I kind of wonder about some LBSs that are listed as bent dealers on mfg web site. Nine years ago I bought a left over 2004 bent in 2005. It was the only one in stock, and I got a fantastic deal on it. However when it was replaced and sold they never restocked another bent of that brand. I have not seen a sign that even mentions that they are a bent dealer for that brand or any other.

Do LBSs just keep the franchise just to keep other bike stores or maybe someone that wants to start a mainly bent store from becoming a dealer in that brand?