No, it means his profits increase because he sells in the thousands instead of the hundreds. I have no idea what kind of a distribution deal VO has with QBP and their dealer network. In case you haven't noticed VO's online prices aren't any kind of a deal.
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I really like to look at pieces before I buy them whenever possible.
I know of at least two shops locally that would stock some pieces, such as stems, fenders, seatposts, and racks.