Why is it that soo many threads on the forum are so negative toward bike companies and LBSs? It seems that a chunk of people on here want LBSs to stock every component, in every size, fit it for free and better internet prices – and of course provide free tea and biscuits! Whilst I admit there are some rubbish shops about, there are also a good number of real gems that hold a reasonable stock, provide a good service and charge a fair price. Personally I think that it is only fair that those running the shops make a fair living for there efforts. I think we should all remember that many cycling manufacturers are relatively small concerns in the grand scheme of things and can't gain the advantages of economies of scale that we might find with other good. Come on guys/girls what about more supportive posts and less bashing???
