Our reporter Li Ben

  Affected by the new coronary pneumonia epidemic, the number of people who choose bicycles for travel and fitness has gradually increased, and the sales of bicycles have also begun to increase significantly. At the same time, the ultra-long vacations of students also boosted the sales of strollers. Recently, the reporter visited the city's bicycle market and found that whether it is an adult bicycle or a baby carriage, the sales of branded bicycle retail stores have increased year-on-year, and many of the bicycles in the store have even been out of stock.

① After-sales service area of ​​bicycle stores.

  1 wanted to close the store but ushered in the peak sales

  In the No. 1 bicycle shop of Prosperity Road, the owner Mr. Wang is busy recommending suitable models for customers. During the closure of the store due to the epidemic, he increased sales by releasing related bicycle sales information on WeChat Moments and customer base. "I didn't expect this year's peak sales season to come ahead of schedule. The sales volume is better than last year, and some sources of supply are out of supply. I originally planned to close the store this year, but the benefits have been okay in these months, although tired but very happy." Mr. Wang introduced With the increase in sales of bicycles, sales of supporting products such as safety helmets, glasses, gloves, backpacks, and cycling uniforms have also increased, increasing the overall revenue of the store.

  In another bicycle store on Anda Street, Mr. Chen is also very satisfied with the sales. "Last year, my store sold the worst in May, and the situation has improved significantly this year." The adult bicycles in Mr. Chen's store start at around 1200 yuan, and most models are selling well. Adult car sales in May doubled from last year.

  Reporters visited and found that consumers' awareness of fitness has increased significantly, with a large proportion of customers using it for fitness purposes. "I feel that cycling and fitness are very good, low-carbon and environmentally friendly. At the same time, as a means of transportation, it is safer to ride than to take public transportation during the epidemic." At a bicycle store in Dalu Road, Ms. Sun plans to buy two bicycles and ride with her family on weekends. Travel.

② Customers buy bicycles at the Prosperity Road Bicycle Store. This group of photography: Li Ben

  2Brand strollers are hard to find

  The sales of adult bicycles have increased significantly, making the bosses smile, and the popularity of the stroller market has surprised them. The stroller in Mr. Zheng's shop on the main road was out of stock in early May, and it could not be restocked. Almost every day, customers came to consult the stroller. The sales of the brand in several other stores in Changchun were roughly the same. Similarly, Mr. Chen, who has been in the bicycle business for 6 years, also found for the first time that children's bicycles are so tight. The sales of baby strollers in the store in May were the sum of last year. He even owed customers a few bicycles, eager to communicate with the manufacturers.

  "Children's bicycles are almost sold out, and this year's market is good, coupled with international procurement, now the factory does not have so much supply." Mr. Chen said.

  "The weather has been good recently. Many children in the community are riding bicycles. My children like to buy one. After checking the brand on the Internet, many shops are out of stock." Ms. Chang bought a bicycle for the children. I have asked 4 bicycle stores and all of them have been told that they are out of stock.

  3 Don't ignore safety due to fancy design

  How to buy bicycles, especially what you need to pay attention to when buying children's bicycles The main thing is security.

  "Some bicycles look gorgeous, and in order to highlight the design, some places may leave hidden safety hazards. Consumers should pay attention to the structure, material, date of manufacture, product logo, and the safety of children's products when buying. 3C logo." Zhong Ping introduced that when buying children's bicycles, we must put safety first, especially parents, don't be attracted by fancy designs and ignore safety.