Originally Posted by
tjspiel
I don't like the fact that they bought the rights to use the Motobecane and Windsor names among others. These were respected brands and BD used the names to give themselves credibility even though the bikes they were/are producing have no connection with the old companies. I just find it deceptive and if they're going to be deceptive in that manner, where else are they going to try to deceive the consumers?
You do realize all companies do this don't you? Very few bike brands are still made by the original manufacturer. Pacific owns Schwinn. Dorel owns Cannondale. Buying a name is so common in business you have to expect it.