T'ell with it. As I've already said. The supporters of bikesdirect and the detractors of bikesdirect will never convince each other of their position. Having already seen bicycles purveyed by bikesdirect.com I will stand by my opinion that they are merely ok. Taken frame versus frame against say... my 10 year old Cannondale versus the Dawes in this thread I can strongly say that I'd ride my Cannondale with more confidence. And yes, I have actually beheld, wrenched on and took on a test ride the Dawes referenced in this thread. So, this directly states my opinion of this bicycle.

As for internet sales of bicycle frames? I think its a terrible idea. But, then again, I work for an IBD so I'm sure ya'll probably think my viewpoint is skewed. Performance Bike and Nashbar do a fine job supplying the cycling world with much needed components, gear and clothing. But, if you have to back up your bike sales with shaky claims, you've already lost my business.

It really sucks that I'm an informed consumer doesn't it?

c'ya'll later.