Well, as to the last point the metal is providing internal rigidity, so that’s why there’s no inner tubing.

But agreed. I cannot see this trumping my replacement costs during my lifetime. It’s cool, and it might be more environment-friendly, but cost/benefit calculation says no.

My money’s on bling.

Being Dutch, I had no idea what you were talking about. So, I looked it up. Almost died laughing already.