Bike shop relations
I have been a frequent customer of my LBS for the past 4 years, buying everything from my cycle clothing to three new bikes from them. I recently found myself ready to invest in an expensive road bike and after months of research, I settled on this one particular bike; one which my LBS does not sell (They don't sell that brand.) I ended up buying it elsewhere. The thing is, I have mentioned to them in the past that I was going to buy a high quality bike, and they will probably see me riding it at some point because they ride the same roads I do.
Here is my question: did I just ruin my relationship with them? I have still given them plenty of business and I would like to continue going to their shop. I know the next time I go there they are going to ask me about my past interest in buying a high quality bike, and I'm not sure what to tell them.