Preface
Nearly everything we own can’t be modified, or requires the help of an expert. Some gearheads can fix their own cars but most of us can’t. Techies can open up a computer and add or replace components, but many users are afraid to. What if you messed it up?
Bicycles are one of the few devices we own that not only are user modifiable, but most riders already have done so, if only by adding more air to the tires or adjusting the seat and handlebars. All but the least tool-savvy rider can easily add a beverage holder or horn, and kids apply stickers and other decorations all the time.
Perhaps price is a factor. You can get a decent used bike for $50 that will last you for years, but a similarly priced computer will be e-waste within a few ...
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