
There is certainly a growing trend of those shunning the online retail giant Amazon, and chapeau. I admire your willpower and respect the point you are making. However, it is hard to avoid, I'd imagine, just like Sears, RadioShack, or Woolworths were back in the day.
I am undoubtedly guilty of relying too heavily on the convenience and simplicity of Amazon. However, I am not blind to the fact that real bike shops regularly offer better deals. Ultimately, it's a crucial aspect of my role to research and highlight the best deals available on the internet. Real bike shops also provide a far broader range of products from reputable brands.