Originally Posted by
Prabuddhadg
Speaking of the "boom", here in India, which is still slightly cushioned from the recession, we are, all of a sudden, hearing news of International bicycle brands like Cannondale and Giant planning a quick entry. I think the recession in the West is making these businesses look around for potential markets.
I don't doubt this...I was speaking more along the lines of the "bikes as a fashion statement" boom. When bikes go out of style, people will forget about them, just like so many other "fads" while some folks will continue as they always have in their love of two wheelers. These people will respect the opinions of other, more experienced, wrenchers and riders as they realize that's where the real knowledge is to be had.