Originally Posted by
indyfabz
I tend to agree with one exception: In very large cites I think LBS will continue to exist because of service needs. There are so many people who, for various reasons, don’t work on their bikes. I am one of them. I’ve spent a lot of time in shops and wish I had a dollar for every person I’ve seen who has come in for a flat tire or to have other relatively simple work performed.
+1 .. at least in wealthier communities there is a demand for brick 'n mortar. people want to be able to shop in person and talk to a knowledgeable sales rep, mechanic etc. and want their hands held. wealthier clientele have certain .. demands/expectations .. and i dont see this going away any time soon.