Every good bike mechanic has a magic wand.

This is at Revolution Cycles in Washington, Missouri.  My front derailler popped apart a day and a half ago, so I have been cycling with no low gears.  Not awful but not easy.

These guys worked hard to get me back on the road.  With the myriad of tube sizes and problems cyclists can have, it is a rare shop that doesn't need to order a part to do an odd repair.  These guys knew that I wanted to be back on the road and were dedicated to making that happen, even if it meant taking a part from one of their own bikes.  I really felt like they were as committed to getting me back on the road as I was.  I am very grateful to them.