Originally Posted by
fietsbob
there are a huge series of parts at different price points, and the product designer puts something on it to do the job
based on what it all costs.
Bike as an object, is a math project: cost benefit analysis meets accounting.
when it fails to satisfy or function, just change the part ..
Alright sounds good. If I go to walmart/kmart today, and can't talk to the bike mechanic, what signs do I look for on the bikes in the "showroom" that would tell about his mechanic skill?