Originally Posted by
zonatandem
Sticker shock???
Used to buy a cupa coffee for 5 cents.
Now $2.50). Same for all other stuff.
Actually, I'm kind of surprised by how relatively constant entry-level LBS bike prices are. I bought a Specialized Rockhopper in 1991 for $499, I think (it could have been $399); that amount of money will still buy you a decent utility bike.
I think the high end has gone up more, though. And probably accessories.