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Old 08-18-15, 12:03 PM
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Originally Posted by pat0115
In many of the posts, I see mention of trying out bikes before buying them. Here in Staten Island NY, there are 3 bike shops and not one has offered to let me try out any bikes before buying them. How are you guys making it happen?
"I am interested in this bike. I would like to test ride it."

If they say no, your response is "I am sorry, but I will not buy a bike without test riding it first."

If they still say no, then leave the shop.
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