Originally Posted by
70sSanO
To start off, aiming at everyone riding bikes needs to be thrown out. It is impossible to do customization for everyone, because everyone, basically a really large portion of the population, is not interested in the additional cost that is associated with customization. You can't customize and compete with low cost imports.
But customization is an interesting concept, if that customization includes actually manipulating frame geometry, to some degree, to impact ride and handling.
I believe Shimano has received a patent for a wireless braking system. It would be pretty amazing to be able to make tweaks, swap out bars, wheels, gearing and then use an app to get everything to run smoothly.
Such a departure from read reviews and a ride around the parking lot test ride.
Of course, some of this technology is not there yet, and it would have to come in at sub-20lbs, and the result may not as good as a single specific use bike, but it would be a pretty cool concept. And if it is a thesis...
John
Hey John,
Thanks for your feedback! Some brands offer customization without any additional costs, like Propain Bicycles. Their core business proposition is selling configurable bikes and is actually the reason who quite some people choose this brand (including myself). Also this brand is a Direct to Consumer brand and is why, even with customization, you get a lot of value for your money.
Customization by manipulating frame geometry is indeed an interesting concept! It's more difficult to execute but some brands do offer this like ENVE bikes and Atherton bikes.
Interesting comment about technology! Looking forward to see what the future has to offer to make our rides more convenient and better suited to our needs.