Mass produced bikes versus. . .

Mass produced bikes are mainly made in China. It is well known that China doesn't have many restrictions and regulations for their workers. Due to the lack of regulations to protect workers the labor is cheap, which leads to cheaper prices for products. Laborers often work long hours for little money.  In addition, factories often hire young workers who may not be qualified for a position. These bikes are made in a very different manner from those made by hand in the U.S.