Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Silver View Post
The fact is that this guy seems to be a committed and experienced rider, with the potential to influence buying decisions of others...and that's someone Trek should nurture a relationship with...it's just good business to nurture centers of influence.
You're so right about this and it went completely over my head. I could give you a big hug of appreciation.

In fact, he does help out a lot of new riders who want to participate in Team in Training program. Besides his own training and training other racers, he also ride with Team in Training ride. Stays with the new rider, shows them how to change a tire out on the road... pushes them up the hill and encourages them. Really nice man. And yes he does give out wonderful advice to people who want to buy a good bike.

And I go to him for advice just because he has more experience with the equipment than me. And I've got over 20 years of experience spanning over 30 years. Of the time I've known him (less than 10 years), he has owned a Bianchi, Calfe, Cannondale, LeMonde for the road bike. and I think he owns two mountain bikes and a track bike where he goes to the Carson velodome to ride every thursday or so... And god knows how many set of wheels he owns. seems like he is riding everyday all day. He also participate in other charity rides as well.

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