Originally Posted by
CenturionIM
bikes in the US are sport toys. They aren't meant for everyday or utility uses.
Sad, i know. Honestly there is no reason why commuters in US have to shell out 40-50$ just to fit fender for rainy days.
There are plenty of bikes that can be used for everyday or utility, and come equipped with fenders, the market just doesn't prefer those models.
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And the models available in the Netherlands seem to be priced competitively to the similar bicycles in the US.
Even so, what's wrong with the majority of bicycles in the US being designed as "sport toys?" Whether you like it or not, that's largely what drove innovation for many things, and cycling isn't an exception.