Originally Posted by
bradtx
Carib Can, Depends on location. Around here the only non-chain bike shops to succeed are those that were established 20+ years ago and have built up a clientele. There is also a large contingent of bike flippers that can augment their income. I know of a couple of shops that opened, remained in business for a couple of years and eventually closed their doors.
Good luck if you pursue this idea.
Brad
In my principal city of residence in Canada, there are a lot of bike shops within a five mile radius, just on the Main Street around six or seven but what keeps them alive is the winter season too, with skis, snowboards, skates, clothing etc.
There are a few a dedicated bike only shops too which have been around for a while.
I was thinking if starting a shop in the Caribbean where a good shop is lacking and where expertise and service is next to non existent.
A lot of people do bike and quite a few professionally however the cost of parts remains high and resources slim.
I do have other options as far as business goes but was toying idea with this since I love working on mechanical and electronic stuff.
Thanks so much for the input and support.