ICYMI on The Paceline last week. I am not an economist. You know that, but I’m saying it now, because I’m going to remind you I said it in just a minute. This is what is known, in the rhetorical ga…

ICYMI on The Paceline last week.I am not an economist. You know that, but I’m saying it now, because I’m going to remind you I said it in just a minute. This is what is known, in the rhetorical game, as a set up.So, it’s shaping up to be a tough year

  • Underhill
    3•11 months ago

    I mich prefer buying old bikes and giving them new life. I’m still buying from bike shops for parts, but for sustainability and frugality, I’d much rather spend a couple of hundred on a new old bike, than a couple of thousand on a new new bike.

  • ansik
    2•11 months ago

    Did you know that the author is not an economist?

  • ElcaineVolta
    1•11 months ago

    had my bike stolen during lockdowns and getting a replacement was such a headache, the stock in bike shops was basically non-existent.

    not looking for a new bike anytime soon now that I’ve grown attached to my everyday commuter, but can definitely see upgrading parts now that stock has stabilized, for now at least.

  • pliny
    1•11 months ago

    I just like that they used a Ripley for the image :D

    I have a Ripley V4 and its a fantastic bike. Probably quite easy to get a good deal on a used one now as well.