Originally Posted by
rydabent
I buy both on line and at the local bike shops. I check the price on line, and then go to the bike shop. If it is not too much more I buy locally. Some things have a mark up that is too much to over look.
+1
I'll also price an item online and then stop at the shop.
IF they don't have it, I'll ask if they can get for X$.
If for an example, an online item is $32 at my door, I'll ask if they can get it for $35, if it's not in stock.
That way, they know I'm willing to give them an extra $3 in order to buy from them.
IF it's in stock for $40, I'll probably just buy it and have it now.
They have the option to say no, but so far they've been willing to do it with "a smile" and still seem glad to see me when I come in.