Thanks for the welcome!!
I like this site. It is interesting to see people (mostly) who are into bikes and seem to have good and generally honest, easy-going attitudes to others. Makes a nice change from some other 'elitist' sites and clubs I have come across.
Matt - you are doing a great job. Had a look at other topics concerning subscription rates etc.
By the way, I was not insinuating you were after people's cash. That comment was referring to some other sites.
I see what you mean about trying to strike a balance between a viable (profitable) enterprise and value.
The reason I subscribed was that it was 'low risk'. I can use the site and see how it goes without there being a dent in finances, or being committed for a long period of time. As it happens, I am enjoying using the site etc. So it has worked out nicely.
I think the 99p subscription is good to get people to try the site without feeling pressured. If they don't like it, or it is not their 'scene' - fair enough.
As part of a business model to gain initial interest, it is a good idea. If you can afford to advertise and get promoted then it is a good way to generate cash flow to go some way to covering ex's.
I was wondering if you have looked at getting free advertising through press interest/editorials and that kind of thing. Perhaps some reciprocal promotions with other biking organisations/events. Perhaps cooperative advertising with clubs and the like.
Anyway, whatever you decide to do, this is a good and interesting site (wish more women would reply to my winks - damn it
).
Even if you have to charge a bit more, it is still worth it (within reason of course).....