nolipoli Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 I'd like to buy a "pair of sets of brakes" - lets get real here. I am with Nico and Martin on this one. This makes me not trust Buycycle.co.za, which means I am not likely to waste energy trying to figure out which enterpretation they use on the next flyer. This means I will just take my business elsewhere.
Guest Travis. Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 I'd like to buy a "pair of sets of brakes" - lets get real here. I am with Nico and Martin on this one. This makes me not trust Buycycle.co.za, which means I am not likely to waste energy trying to figure out which enterpretation they use on the next flyer. This means I will just take my business elsewhere. How many times have you clicked on ads and it says this item costs MUCH less than normal, then you get in there an it's not the same item? Here's an example: http://www.cwcycles.co.za/catalog/parts/bike-rack Bottom right, the Thule Hang-On advertised for R275.00
jimmycool Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Nico, I see your point. Say for example I bought a complete bike online and it was advertised as having an XT brake set and upon receiving said bike there was only a front brake on the bike I would be mad. So I am with you on this one that the advert was misleading. Better wording would have been "SINGLE brake set"
LazyTrailRider Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 How many times have you clicked on ads and it says this item costs MUCH less than normal, then you get in there an it's not the same item? Here's an example: http://www.cwcycles....parts/bike-rack Bottom right, the Thule Hang-On advertised for R275.00 So you're saying that because "everyone does it", it's just fine and dandy? Nico has already addressed that angle when saying that we're all just too used to little lies. It's a dangerous slope.
LazyTrailRider Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 This makes me not trust Buycycle.co.za, which means I am not likely to waste energy trying to figure out which enterpretation they use on the next flyer. This means I will just take my business elsewhere. Yep. Exactly.
Guest Travis. Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 So you're saying that because "everyone does it", it's just fine and dandy? Nico has already addressed that angle when saying that we're all just too used to little lies. It's a dangerous slope. Why single out one? I saw that, and I didn't come throw a little hissy fit because I sent it to others without checking. Simple really. Patchelicious 1
Guest Travis. Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Why single out one? I saw that, and I didn't come throw a little hissy fit because I sent it to others without checking. Simple really. Plus, I don't jump on a bunch of assumptions. I still say a marketing company could have made the mistake. Or someone else for that it matters. No use pointing fingers without facts. Edited July 16, 2014 by Travis.
LazyTrailRider Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Why single out one? I saw that, and I didn't come throw a little hissy fit because I sent it to others without checking. Simple really. I think you're misunderstanding. Nico specifically stated in one of the most recent replies that he was hoping to generate debate on marketing practices (something we should all be doing for the greater good of the industry). He did just that. You're the one who is claiming that people should "HTFU" and just deal with it. That's exactly what we *shouldn't* be doing.
Eldron Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Lots of judge, jury and executioner based on ignorant assumptions going on here. Loads of onliners use "set" to describe one side. Typically Shimano is sold per side/set and Avid is sold per pair/set. What's up with this need to feel abused and tricked? Damn. dirtrider, Escapee.. and BigDL 3
DIPSLICK Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Lots of judge, jury and executioner based on ignorant assumptions going on here. Loads of onliners use "set" to describe one side. Typically Shimano is sold per side/set and Avid is sold per pair/set. What's up with this need to feel abused and tricked? Damn.beeeeg difference
nolipoli Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 How many times have you clicked on ads and it says this item costs MUCH less than normal, then you get in there an it's not the same item? Here's an example: http://www.cwcycles....parts/bike-rack Bottom right, the Thule Hang-On advertised for R275.00 If you look at this in its context, it is quite clear that this is a mistake, as right next to it is the seperate advert for a ride-on lock.This is not the same at all as intentionally misleading people (with ambiguity) in an advert so that they visit the page LazyTrailRider 1
Guest Travis. Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 If you look at this in its context, it is quite clear that this is a mistake, as right next to it is the seperate advert for a ride-on lock.This is not the same at all as intentionally misleading people (with ambiguity) in an advert so that they visit the page Proof of the bold part please.
Guest Smimby Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Lots of judge, jury and executioner based on ignorant assumptions going on here. Loads of onliners use "set" to describe one side. Typically Shimano is sold per side/set and Avid is sold per pair/set. What's up with this need to feel abused and tricked? Damn. Sorry you are incorrect, go look at my link I post....crc post a set as front and Back....for their shimano and avid nolipoli 1
nolipoli Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Proof of the bold part please. ask Nico for the flyer.
Guest Smimby Posted July 16, 2014 Posted July 16, 2014 Proof of the bold part please. This ad was the FIRST time I EVER saw a set being a caliper and a lever. SO I think it was intentionally
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