Originally Posted by
cld_hrtd
I believe thoroughly in one's right to do whatever he or she pleases within the confines of constitutional law and in a free market. But would I flip bikes to fellow cyclists for a quick buck? Hell no. I'd rather clean up a poorly presented bike and give it to a friend. Then again, I have a job.
Bicycle flippers offer a valuable service in my opinion. I'm not ashamed to admit that I flip a bicycle here and there, but being a bicycle mechanic, it kind of goes hand in hand. I generally pick up bikes that are in poor mechanical condition and are in need of a skilled bicycle mechanics love. I take the time to make sure everything functions as it should and that most of all THE BIKE IS SAFE TO RIDE - not something you'll find out of every bike on craigslist.
In my case, I wouldn't exactly call it a "quick buck". It's more a labor of love that actually benefits fellow cyclists. The profits are pretty much negligible - certainly no get rich quick scheme.
Your reply did give me a chuckle though, so thanks for that.