The shift in perception around groupsets like Shimano XT as a 'budget' option illustrates a broader trend within cycling culture, which sometimes ignores the historical value and performance these products have provided over the years.
Growing up in a car-centric society, my early experiences with luxury cars were distinctly tied to aspirational wealth—symbolized through the allure of the Corvette, which felt like the pinnacle of automotive success.
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