Cycling products’ weight limits are typically hidden deep within owner’s manuals or not listed at all. This is a problem.

Weight limits for bicycles need to be higher and more transparent, especially if the majority of people want to use them.

  • @[email protected]English
    10•4 months ago

    Yeah I just don’t see the solution that a lot of people are pushing for. Should everyone’s bike be heavier because some people need them reinforced? And should scooters not be popularly used until motors than can push 3x the weight are common?

    Having bike and scooter options available that work for everyone should be a goal, but criticizing existing models doesn’t make sense to me.

    • @[email protected]English
      8•4 months ago

      Yeah I just don’t see the solution that a lot of people are pushing for.

      I think it’s two-fold.

      Yes, in fairness to everyone, manufacturers need to post weight limits (and all other specifications) in an accessible way.

      That said, prospective riders should realize that what they need will likely be at a category/size/weight/price they weren’t expecting.