My bike came with one of these, anyone know why they are so expensive new? For what it is, it seems expensive to me.
As was stated.. quality material, also made in the US... which means a higher price to support US workers. Pingel will also refurbish/replace them for just the shipping cost... I had mine replaced for $20 worth of shipping when the seals finally died.
Funny how everyone is all 'MURICA' until it is time to but something made in the US and then they'd rather support walmart/dollar general/amazon/wish and get some cheap piece of crap from China.
Not bashing China as they are capable of making high quality products but at that point the cost is approaching a US made product so why bother.