posted by pje on february 19, 1998 at 08:59:54:
in reply to: re: Chinese titanium tubing used in Merlin framesets. Taiga is referred to as the "cheese" bike by employees. What a waste for $1500 bucks. Questions need to be addressed. posted by John Krecek on february 18, 1998 at 22:34:28:
: Enough of your whining! PJE is correct. I spend dozens of hours testing bikes before I buy. Hey, maybe the Merlin is not built for your body or your riding style. I'll tell you that I love to ride. I race hard, I play hard. The last three bikes I purchased were Merlins. I can't bear to part with any of them. 1 road, 1 Mountain, 1 XLM. I worked hard for my money and wanted to be sure I was spending it wisely. Something (someone?)tells me you didn't work for your money and probably had mommy or daddy buy it for you. Next time, do some homework and you won't be such an embarrasment...to yourself.
JOHN! God bless Yu buddy! You said it perfectly! i'm so pleased & glad to have the REAL facts about our Merlins come to the fore. Like you i would sooner give up my right arm than my Merlin Road. All this innuendo which seems to be "out there" about Merlin Mmetalworks simply amazes me John. Thanks for the help in putting the truth "online". pje