After a lot of thought, I have decided to start a used bike parts and accessories business. I may include some new stuff as well that I am able to purchase at a lower price but for now I will start with the used inventory that I already have. I am a little bit behind on getting everything rolling. This week my plan is to actually start posting products for sale.
I will also be including other outdoor gear in my business. By not limiting it to just bike stuff I should be able to hit a larger market. This is an interesting project for sure. While it is an easy business to start it may become challenging as I have to replenish my inventory and still manage to sell it at a profit. Finding used inventory can be a challenge. This definitely seems like a good time to do it though. I have been developing a youtube channel dedicated to the outdoors especially bike touring and bike packing. While there was a bit of a slump in the winter lately views have really started to pick up. This is partly because my channel is in a state of growth in its young age but it think this is very indicative that the bike buying season is already starting.
I think that starting a business is always a scary endeavor, you really have to put yourself out there, not just financially but personally. Your reputation is at stake. While I think it is important to just go for it sometimes it is also important that you do it as well as possible from the start. That first impression in the market place can really last in the minds of your customers.
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