Aside from it's redness, I love the simplicity of this bike. And I love the idea of steel soaking up the bumps in the course. Let's face it: yes, carbon damps vibration, but it doesn't smooth out bumps like steel. Sure, steel is heavier, less curvy, less stiff, but I don't care. I'll just ride more, get faster, and make up the difference by being awesome.
Maybe I just think a steel cross bike is so much more elegant-looking than my bloated carbon Blue. Not that there's anything wrong with the Blue, whatsoever. It rides nice, handles spectacularly. I guess I'm just on the lookout for something new. As always...
