I think you are right about forgetting those guys. I have never bought a bike from my LBS, but I buy all nearly all my tires, tubes, and small parts there. They are cheaper than Wal-Mart on tires and tubes, but a bit high on accessories, but unless I find a good deal online (with free shipping), I buy them too. They have a few drawers of take-offs and junk parts that are invaluable to me. I never get any pressure there, and the people are always interested my current project. I usually ride there and show it off when it's complete.