Shopping for bike equipment
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qbike.com is a price aggregator (aka spider) that lists prices from multiple online sites. It's a great resource when shopping for specific parts or specific brands.
+1 to PricePoint. I order lots of stuff from them. Good prices, especially when they have big sales (about once a quarter).
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Why bother your LBS then? If you don't want to pay a little premium to be able to see the equipment up close and personal, then just shop online and take what you get.
I hope your bike blows up. Warranty? Where did you buy this? Sorry can't help you.
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Dam a little rough aren't we?
I was just wondering where i might be able to find some gear online so i could browse a little bit and not show up knowing nothing at all.
Bottom line I'm going to the local shop to buy my gear so why does it matter what i do beforehand?
I was just wondering where i might be able to find some gear online so i could browse a little bit and not show up knowing nothing at all.
Bottom line I'm going to the local shop to buy my gear so why does it matter what i do beforehand?
The good ones will survive.
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All I'm saying is to read my first post before you say you wish my bike blows up. Come on man. I said that i was basically looking for info before i went into my local shop where i buy ALL my stuff (bike, shoes, shorts, jersey, helmet pedals, everything. I even brought them a six pack when i picked up my bike.
Deep breaths help a lot...
Deep breaths help a lot...
I'm not sure what you mean by "equipment". If it's tools, a nice set of metric hex keys will keep you in business for a long time. Park Tools has all sorts of special mechanics tools, but not there are other manufacturers, too. But most bike stores will carry Park.
A site I really like for general bicycle component and repair information is Harriscyclery.com They also have a link to an extensive bicycle component and tools catalog, QBP. But if you are dealing with older bikes or trying to mix and match drivetrain components, this website is very useful.
A site I really like for general bicycle component and repair information is Harriscyclery.com They also have a link to an extensive bicycle component and tools catalog, QBP. But if you are dealing with older bikes or trying to mix and match drivetrain components, this website is very useful.
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Your LBS is the perfect place to educate yourself on what equipment/tools you'll need. If you do find you are being oversold, find another.
x2. As an example - No online store can tell you what tire hooks up in your local conditions and you can't tell how a certain grip is going to feel in your gloved hand online.
Develop a relationship with a good LBS. Not all are good...shope around, see if you "click" with one over the others. See who is forthcoming with ride suggestions, area knowledge, etc. Support your local shop whenever you can. Another good source, especially for mountain stuff, is Speedgoat.
