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Old 04-09-20, 11:34 AM
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How Much Damage Does Canyon Do To LBS's?

Hey, guys. So, I have noted with some personal alarm the increasing adoration bestowed upon Canyon by many prospective and actual buyers. I will admit that I have purchased one bike online (from Competitive Cyclist, maybe 10 years ago). It went fine, I like the company, but I did not like taking a bike nobody knew about for service. Just a personal dislike of mine. And the fact that I made it fit was really just kind of dumb luck, in my opinion.

Anyhoo, was just wondering, given this seemingly completely over-the-top and endless fandom for Canyon sweeping the globe like COVID, exactly how much harm are they doing to local bike shops around the world? And other, traditional mfrs? I am not a bike shop expert, just a guy who rides a lot and buys bikes regularly. And buys gear and service, most often, locally. And spends time in local shops. More than one. What exactly is going on here?
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