I just love my LBS! I went in today and bought shoes and clipless pedals (speedplay) The guys in there are so helpful. Explained everything to me and gave me accurate information. I had already researched pedals and what not but they confirmed everthing I had read. Then they ask about my riding and how I am doing 'cause they know I'm a noob. Telling me about local rides I should try and don't worry about being slow. The guy had me get in and out of the pedals several times just to make sure I was comfortable and said "that's great your doing good, your gonna love riding even more now" I never get treated that way anywhere I shop.
I live in Birmingham Al. the store is Bob's Bikes I shop at the Vestavia location but they also have one in Homewood.
Welcome guest, is this your first visit? Click the "Create Account" button now to join.
Results 1 to 13 of 13
Thread: I Love My LBS
Hybrid View
-
05-22-2006, 06:06 PM #1
Registered User
- Join Date
- May 2006
- Posts
- 21
I Love My LBS
-
05-22-2006, 06:28 PM #2
Don't whine
- Join Date
- Apr 2006
- Location
- I'm the only one allowed to whine
- Posts
- 10,557
I love my LBS, too. Stuff might be cheaper on the internet, but you just can't replace good folks!
"If Americans want to live the American Dream, they should go to Denmark." - Richard Wilkinson
-
05-23-2006, 04:35 AM #3
Registered User
- Join Date
- Feb 2006
- Location
- Tampere, Finland
- Posts
- 41
I just luuuuurve mine too! I think I just got maybe the best service ever and great discounts when I bought my Shimano sandals and they replaced my brake pads (or whatchacakk them..). The guy was soooo nice that I'm trying to think what else I could buy from him
Do or do not - there is no try. -Yoda
-
05-23-2006, 07:39 AM #4
Registered User
- Join Date
- Oct 2005
- Location
- Rolla, Missouri
- Posts
- 68
I love my LBS too! We've purchased 4 brand new bikes from him in the last year and have gotten great service before and after the sale. He always gives us a great price; heck, I don't think he's any more expensive than ordering online. If he doesn't have what you need/want, he gets it. I really like the fact that he's a rider, so he KNOWS his stuff!!
If you're ever in Rolla, Missouri, look up Route 66 Bicycles and say howdy to Dan.
Lorie
-
05-23-2006, 08:07 AM #5
Registered User
- Join Date
- Oct 2005
- Location
- Central Texas
- Posts
- 440
Hey, that's the one I use too!! and I agree, they are the best, willing to take the time out to answer anything I need, make suggestions about any problems I'm having, and going out of their way on so many things. I love the guys there. They're so much better than the "other" store in the area, where my other female friends and I have all had problems with. I wish I could take them to Huntsville when I move, as I've heard that the LBS's up there aren't as good, and apparently a lot of people drive to Birmingham to use Bob's bikes. Oh well, I'll enjoy it while it lasts.
Originally Posted by Faust
-
05-23-2006, 09:47 AM #6
Zipper Neck & Survivor
- Join Date
- Aug 2002
- Location
- Sillycon Valley, California
- Posts
- 4,872
All these lbs guys/gals need cookies. Or beer. Or cookies and beer.....
-
05-23-2006, 10:27 AM #7
Registered User
- Join Date
- Jul 2002
- Location
- Southern New England
- Posts
- 195
I love my LBS too! the guys are great! If in Rhode Island, check out The Hub on Brook Street. Ask for Jack, Jesse or Hannah. tell them the chick from Velocite (the shop I used to work at) sent you.
They treat everyone well! the shop is frequented by messengers, newbies, commuters, roadies....
In Amherst, Mass (when I'm at school) I go to Laughing Dog. They replaced my headset at a discount b/c I'm a student (again). Very nice guys!
-
05-23-2006, 10:41 AM #8
Inner Geekette
- Join Date
- Aug 2003
- Location
- Bendemonium
- Posts
- 9,673
Or a pie. Are the peaches ripe yet? Originally Posted by snapdragen
Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
-
05-23-2006, 11:01 AM #9
Team Embolism
- Join Date
- Jan 2006
- Location
- Marin County CA
- Posts
- 5,936
I love my LBS, Bicycle Odyssey in Sausalito. Tony's the Jedi Master of bikes. Tim's a wrench for the Sierra Nevada team. There's another guy who was in the East German sports training program with Jens Voight. They have great stuff to drool over. They do great work.
I need to bring them a six pack when I pick up the bikes today or tomorrow....Sarah
When it's easy, ride hard; when it's hard, ride easy.
2011 Volagi Liscio
2010 Pegoretti Love #3 "Manovelo"
2011 Mercian Vincitore Special
2003 Eddy Merckx Team SC - stolen
2001 Colnago Ovalmaster Stars and Stripes
-
05-23-2006, 11:05 AM #10
Registered User
- Join Date
- Jul 2002
- Location
- Southern New England
- Posts
- 195
Originally Posted by maillotpois
Hey, I've been to this shop! they were very nice. Sausalito is my "dream location." I love that town...you are lucky to live in/near such a beautiful place!
-
05-23-2006, 11:03 AM #11
Team Danger Dachsund!
- Join Date
- Nov 2005
- Location
- Chi-town
- Posts
- 3,265
Yuk. Not at the same time! Originally Posted by snapdragen
We should come up with a sticker they can put in their window: Team Estrogen Love Us.
Or: This LBS endorsed by Team Estrogen!Run like a dachshund! Ride like a superhero! Swim like a three-legged cat!
TE Bianchi Girls Rock
Reply With Quote
