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

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    1 year 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.

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    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.

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    1 year 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.