I can't remember seeing a more ridiculous thread. This is like complaining that they use pretty models in the coke commercial - or - when I went to the local walmart, the folks shopping looked nothing like those in the commercials... get real, it only makes sense to show your product in the best light. When you send out a resume, do you include all of the mistakes, firings and stupid things that you have done in your career?

I am a little late on this debate, but agree with Tom and the Cervello folks. At least they give you many options. My complaint is that many bike companies are now only selling the entire bike and you can not get a frame by itself. This sucks as most of us acquire our parts and wheels bit by bit to avoid the rath of our loved ones (or hide the fact that we are spending so much on our bikes). This new trend requires that you either scrap your entire old bike or sell it even if all you want is a new frame.