General Cycling Discussion - Mail order catalogs?

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Lone Wolf
11-20-08, 04:15 PM
Are there any good bike parts/accessories mail order catalogs available?

Sprocket Man
11-20-08, 04:31 PM
I like Colorado Cyclist, Excel Sports, Performance Bike and Nashbar.
JanMM
11-20-08, 06:15 PM
You looking for a good paper catalog or a good website? (Either of which is no good without good service.)

Machka
11-20-08, 06:52 PM
Look up ... to the top of this forum (General Cycling Forum) ... to the Positive Experiences thread:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=257790
Retro Grouch
11-20-08, 07:20 PM
Are there any good bike parts/accessories mail order catalogs available?

What kind of stuff are you really interested in?

Colorado Cyclist looks good to me if your interest is in higher end, name brand components and clothing.

Nashbar would be my choice for basic, functional stuff.

Performance falls about halfway in between.
JanMM
11-20-08, 09:34 PM
I've had good luck the last year or two with Bikeman. They're in Maine, but stuff gets to Indiana fast and the selection (QBP) is huge.
I've ordered from Nashbar for several decades and Performance a bit less and have never had trouble but they don't always have exactly what you need.
Hostelshoppe is great for recumbent bike stuff.
Lone Wolf
11-24-08, 07:26 AM
I've contacted a few for catalogs and checked the positive feedback forum, good information thanks for the replies.