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Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Originally Posted by
BengeBoy
We have a high-end by-appointment-only bike store in Seattle called Cascade Bicycle Studio.
Somehow their approach seems a lot humbler; even though you gotta have a bit of salesmanship to position yourself as a by-appointment-only bike shop, they are a lot less over-the-top in their approach:
http://cascadebicyclestudio.com/
Their bikes can get pretty pricey, but they don't *brag* about how much they cost. (not a customer...I did correspond w/the owner about a demo bike he had for sale once, and he seemed pretty practical and down to earth. Writes a nice blog, too).
My LBS offers all the benefits of a boutique bike shop and also operates by appointment only for fittings. However, they treat everyone equally, from the mom who needs air in the kids-bike tires to the Lawyer-and-triathlete who spends $10,000 a year on gear. The provide the best fitting service in Chicago and sell Independent Fabrication, Seven, Serotta and Cervelo bikes along with Cannondale and Felt.
I feel very fortunate to have a highly professional and considerate team to support my cycling interests.
http://getagripcycles.com/page.cfm?pageID=266
And I'm glad the service is provided without the attitude.
Cheers,
Michael
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