LHT ordered
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LHT ordered
OK so I went ahead and ordered the bike. I eventually got it from Bikeforce in South Perth, just a few hundred meters from home so really convenient for servicing and other stuff I need.
Why did I buy from Bikeforce? Well I can tell you now. FIrstly they had the best price of anyone in Perth a$1900 for the stock bike. I also added Schwalbe Marathon plus tires, Topeak rear rack and full front and rear fenders. Total price all up $2160.
Taking price aside for a moment as well. I had the pleasure of dealing with Mick down at the store, a tourer himself. He really understood what I was looking for, offered advice on possible uprades and changes to the bike that might benefit me not just now but in years to come. This was all done without the “sales type” pressure I encountered in other places.
He also explained to me the level of service they offer throughout the life of the bicycle as well. Not just the usual degreasing etc but things specific to the type of cycling and bicycle that you purchase. So for example how to change a spoke etc. When fitting racks not using the standard bolts that come included but using top quality after market bolts all included in the setup process.
I walked away feeling very confident that I had made the right purchase decision dealing with Mick and the right choice in getting the Surly LHT.
Pictures and first ride report to come over the next week or so when it arrives in store.
Why did I buy from Bikeforce? Well I can tell you now. FIrstly they had the best price of anyone in Perth a$1900 for the stock bike. I also added Schwalbe Marathon plus tires, Topeak rear rack and full front and rear fenders. Total price all up $2160.
Taking price aside for a moment as well. I had the pleasure of dealing with Mick down at the store, a tourer himself. He really understood what I was looking for, offered advice on possible uprades and changes to the bike that might benefit me not just now but in years to come. This was all done without the “sales type” pressure I encountered in other places.
He also explained to me the level of service they offer throughout the life of the bicycle as well. Not just the usual degreasing etc but things specific to the type of cycling and bicycle that you purchase. So for example how to change a spoke etc. When fitting racks not using the standard bolts that come included but using top quality after market bolts all included in the setup process.
I walked away feeling very confident that I had made the right purchase decision dealing with Mick and the right choice in getting the Surly LHT.
Pictures and first ride report to come over the next week or so when it arrives in store.
