Surge pricing at LBS?

[Alistair]

Originally Posted by markie

Doesn’t being courteous and tipping generously get you to the front of the line. A six pack seems to work…

I know beer is a common tip, but I recently ran into a non-drinking mechanic.

Just something to think about, if you don't know the mechanic(s) personally.

Of course, my LBS is also a brewery, so buying them beer doesn't help any more. Cash for the tip-jar these days.