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I'm certainly not justifying what I spend either,

I'm not forcing you to, and we're clearly going to continue disagree on that front.

However, if you post something bike related on a public bike forum, you're going to get some questions about it, especially when it's a premium product. After my intial shock, I just wanted to know why you chose those specific bars over the alternatives.

I got a good deal from a local bike shop, and when comparing the price and quality to other products these came out at the better option,

I also didn't pay that much for them anyway

Oh I see! Saying you didn't pay close to RRP could have saved us a lot of time there... That's fair enough then - nothing better than an unexpected bargain. Hence why I shop at TK Maxx...

Well that's the trouble with assumptions mate ;)

I would rather support a local bike shop any day,
It was a very good deal tbh

In fairness, I'd have come on here raving about the good deal I got, rather than linking to the RRP, but hey ho, assumptions indeed.

To be honest your first 2 comments didn't really give me the opportunity to say, but anyway debate over

Calm down ladies, it's just bike shit

I'd hate to say how much I've spent on shoes, watches and jeans; we all have our vices!

Hold on, chaps, I've got one more comeback...

Adopt snooty voice "Actually my second post, which directly expressed my shock at the RRP, gave you a perfect opportunity to explain the discount, but you're right, debate over."

Aaaaah, and breathe.

Also, permission to post this now I can use the forum properly...

I've always wanted to post that.

Excellent posting, would read again.

Stupid price for ugly handlebars. #zerofucksgiven

Aha, all jokes aside if @Fixie17 wants to spend money on bars that's his perogative

can't say I'd warrant spending that sort of money for my 2.6mi round commute but it appears you do far more miles than I; enjoy them chap!

A new challenger appears!

are you guys ok

aw im too late

It's just a shame we're a day early!

Aha, too many hours cooped up in a warm office Ben!

Nah, it's never too late! I've got to sit inside for the next hour waiting for the Sainsbury's dude to deliver our shopping when I'd much rather be outside, so I need something to keep me occupied!

Tomorrow is going to be sooo dull.

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Feel like I've missed out on the moment now, shame

Sorry dude :( It was fun while it lasted, but the Sainsbury's van has just pulled up outside too, and it's a rather large woman, singing, so yeah it's all over.

#WouldRep

I feel like this squabble has more to give...