NBDA: Bicycle Retail Radio
The NBDA’s bicycle industry podcast brings retailers, vendors, advocates, and thought leaders to the mic for honest discussions about the latest issues facing retailers, while taking an in-depth look at the person within the profession. Content that proves relatable and thought producing, directed at exposing real-world tips and information to help retailers find success within the bicycle industry. Get more at NBDA.com.
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NBDA: Bicycle Retail Radio
Sensei in the Art of Bicycle Maintenance
This episode’s guest is Mark Purdy, referred to as a Sensei in the Art of Bicycle Maintenance. His impressive background runs over 35 years in the bicycle industry at all levels from manufacturing to small-town mom & pop shops to multi-store chains and high-end boutiques. He’s been a race mechanic for US Amateur & Conti teams and an entrepreneur himself running a retail service course in NYC called Ifixbyx. His knowledge, know-how, and everyday whit come through in every conversation. Listen in as we talk with Mark about his insight and ability to look past the moment to see so much more, his background, mechanics at retail level, the future of the industry, and so much more. Lots of nuggets in this one.