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Originally Posted by Dimman
I am.
I hate all knock offs.
In the wheels example something like a TE37 isn't popular because the style is fantastic, it's popular because it is a functional piece of engineering and as a result is expensive. That is why it became popular, because it is an exceptional wheel.
But it is knocked off so people can imitate the look, but not the function. There is no in depth appreciation or understanding of what makes the TE37 so exceptional. And because of that people who buy knock offs will almost always be looked down upon by elitists as ignorant poseurs who have no respect for the leading innovators that created the style they copy.
People may not like hearing this put that's the way it is. Knock offs aren't price limited passion, they are disrespectful to the industry leaders and innovators.
Flame suit on...
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I know where you come from but the real people who purchase for function over form will continue to buy it. Would you really rather have them buy the real deal and drive up prices even more or drive down availability?
Nobody is forcing anyone to buy anything. If I decide to get RPF1 knockoffs, I know they are knockoffs and are most likely not doing anything other than blinging. On the other hand, if I do actually race / track, I know I need a wheel that won't warp or crack under stress and since money doesn't come easy, I will realize the knock off wheels won't live up to the standard and get a good wheel.