Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I'll definitely keep an eye on it for any signs of cracks etc.
Cycled it again last night for about 25km. When I'm actually cycling the bike I feel confident that it isn't going to suddenly snap in half, just reading some comments online were scaring me off a bit.

Can you link to an example of what you were referring to regarding wrapping steel wire etc (of course it doesn't have to be Birdy related).

The only potential issue that scares me a bit is the handlebar stem. I'd like to avoid the handlebars breaking off the stem when I'm going down a hill someday etc

​​​​​​It surprises me that there isn't any sort of option of something that can be placed around the part where the handlebar joins the stem to reinforce it a bit and provide a fallback in case the stem breaks. It wouldn't have to be perfect, just reduce the possibility of the handlebars flying off the stem before you have the chance to stop the bike. Does anything like this exist, or can anyone think of any diy ideas? I don't care if it looks rough or about weight etc.
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