Experience with Local Bike Shops Bought by Trek
01-08-22, 06:19 PM
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I rode into a new Trek stock 2 years ago.After talking to one of the salespersons they suggested I look at an Emonda. I then pointed out my bike IS an Emonda SLR.
I guess they didn't recognize it without the screaming TREK logos.
Maybe the manager has experience, but the sales person did not.
I guess they didn't recognize it without the screaming TREK logos.
Maybe the manager has experience, but the sales person did not.
01-08-22, 07:57 PM
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But that's assuming you think the person has a 5 year old $10,000+ bike and has another $10,000+ to buy the latest and greatest.
My Emonda is a 1st generation, when the 2nd gen came out the LBS I bought it from jokingly said "gonna trade it in for a new one?". I said... sure, so after trading in my "old" bike and spending $8000 more, i'll get through axles and hydro disc brakes. Sure sounds worth it.
01-09-22, 09:10 AM
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One in my area, with about ten stores, is Trek concept, and MEH as before. The other, with one store, is the same and very good IMO. I really like Trek bikes and am ready for their new MTB model which will hit the store in mid-2023 according to their list. I may have a Giant Anthem by then.
01-14-22, 02:19 PM
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My only experience was with the Trek store in Georgetown. I rolled in there and had them ship my bike home to Vermont after doing the GAP/C&O. They were helpful and did a good job of packing the bike and panniers.
A one dog study, but positive.
A one dog study, but positive.
01-15-22, 04:59 PM
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I guess when bikes get complicated enough, shops and stores won't do. You need dealers.
