Originally Posted by
Cheddarpecker
Valid point. When I get quotes at my LBS, I wonder how they keep the lights on.
I figure it's sacrifice. Lots of it.
I agree. The money aint great. As far as learning, I'd try to get hired at a shop to assemble bikes as a previous poster mentioned. Also bear in mind, working on your own bikes and working at a shop can be two very different experiences. A hobby turned into a profession can sometimes ruin the hobby.