a local bike shop (LBS) repairs and sells bicycles, parts, and accessories
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How do you know if you can trust your LBS?
I've visited a lot of bike shops in my time.
There have been great ones, and scary ones. One thing I've noticed is that they all seem to have the best intentions. I've never had one deliberately rip ...
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How should I negotiate price with bicycle salespeople?
Aside from just knowing the best time to make the purchase of your bike, what other specific tactics can I make use of in negotiating price on a bike? For instance, what devalues a bike aside from ...
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Is my local bike shop asking to much money to change a rear cog?
I normally have much love for my LBS, but I've moved recently and am a little unsure about this new one due to the fees he is asking.
I have a flip flop hub with a fixed gear (18 tooth) cog on one ...
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What do I do when I don't trust my LBS to repair a problem they caused?
I have a Sturmey Archer 3-speed hub on an ex-single speed. I got a flat on my way to work and couldn't ride any more. So I jumped on the train and took it to the bike shop near work (the shop who ...
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How to choose a Local Bike Shop
I have moved yet again and I am trying to find a LBS that I trust in my new city. How do you evaluate a LBS given that you are paying them for services that you don't understand. (If you did ...
