Timeline for Did I pay too much for repairs on road bike? Should I have bought new?
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| Feb 23, 2017 at 13:37 | comment | added | Chris H | @gschenk I would also attach a value to a bike that physically suits me. Before my current main bike (hybrid) I rode a too-small BSO, and badly. Now I can jump on almost any bike that fits OK and ride, but to get something that works as well for me as my hybrid would take considerable expenditure of time and money, even starting from a much better bike | |
| Feb 22, 2017 at 20:51 | comment | added | gschenk | There is also emotional value attached to the bike. Even if the replacement costs are lower than the repair costs, its their bike. What is more, the money was spent for the local economy. | |
| Feb 22, 2017 at 20:21 | comment | added | Joe R. | Good points on saving production of something new. And yea the history is a good point. Originally assumed the bike wouldn't last too long, but it's been a beast. Cost savings with cheaper parts is real. | |
| Feb 22, 2017 at 19:39 | history | answered | AliGibbs | CC BY-SA 3.0 |