Originally Posted by funbun
I’m trying to develop a homebased business. I’d like to do something with dealing with bicycles, and I need to know the what demand for certain accessories. I don’t want to develop something and no one buy it, lol. Here are a few ideas. What do you guys think?
Make and sell recumbent specific bags and panniers, clothing and raingear.
Make and sell custom bicycle flags, ankle bands, gloves for high viability and safety.
Design a reverse hydropack. A hydro pack that fit on your front side.
Sell an ebook on how to make your own touring gear.
Design bike clothing for big guys like me.
Thanks
I think the recumbent-specific stuff idea is the best from a business standpoint. Less competition.
I've considered setting up a bicycle headhunting/matchmaking service for folks on a budget (say under $300) that want a decent quality reliable commuting bike. Most shops here won't carry used bikes unless they're higher end and Craigslist is a bit of a crapshoot if you don't know what to look for.
The problem is I don't want to be a bike shop, and really there's a lot to be said for the convenience for being able to walk into a shop and walk out with a bike. Private sellers can be really flaky, and the prospect of unknowingly helping people buy stolen bikes doesn't thrill me. Still... I think there are people out there who would be willing to pay finder's fee for a nice old bike.