
Originally Posted by
LanterneRouge
Well, I was hoping to stick to under $2,000 for the entire bike. But, I can talk myself into spending more if I feel like I have to. I rationalize it like this: if my husband can buy a TV for $3,000 because he loves watching sports on a giant screen, then I think I think there is a dollar-for-dollar justification on my bike, out of which I'll get similar use and enjoyment. Now, if you add in the cost of the speakers and subwoofer, then I'm looking at an amazing bike.

This seems like a rational argument to me. Am I wrong?

My husband and I each have five or me bikes. So, no, I don't think you're wrong. But don't spend $3k or more unless it really buys you want you want. I, personally, would go with custom steel from any number of builders, but I'd want to build it up with decent components and good wheels--and that really adds up.
Somebody mentioned Davidson. A woman on another forum just had one made and really enjoyed the process. It's a gorgeous bike.
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