Comments on: Any folders in the fold?

By: Fritz

Fritz — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 19:02:20 +0000

Update about Montague’s CLIX quick release: It turns out the information I passed about their supposed involvement with New Jersey legislation is completely false. I asked Montague about this directly; they told me they had seen the comments on the Internet about the New Jersey quick release law, and completely denied any involvement or lobbying for that law.

By: Ivon

Ivon — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 18:39:13 +0000

I have a Brompton M6R Plus, and so far so good (one week hee hee). I live in NYC, so it works for me. I couldn’t afford a Ti one, but it folds nicely and I have it here at the office.

If I didn’t need it to fold so small, I would have gotten a Bike Friday. I really like my Bromie though. *wink*

By: Moe

Moe — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:49:26 +0000

I ride a pimped out KHS F20-R. I’ve ridden it to work, charity rides and on group rides to the beach. People usually snicker when they see the ‘little bike’, but when I’m able to keep up or drop them they usually tell me that they can’t believe how fast the bike is.

By: anabananasplit

anabananasplit — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:12:54 +0000

I use a Mobiky Genius for the not-around-the-neighbourhood-errands (for which I use a normal 26” bike). I usually take it in the trunk of my car, then ride to the train station, take it on the train, then ride some more to my destination. Sometimes I also take it on the subway. One of the neatest things about this bike is that I don’t have to carry it around, it rolls beside me when folded. It’s nice for my back, and it gets even more practical when I use it to hold my purse or other bags. The fast fold is a big plus when getting in and out of bus, train, subway, shops, and so on. And finally, the bike is so cute and “different” that everybody looks at it (and subsequentially, me) with a smile.

By: Easy Rider

Easy Rider — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:37:23 +0000

Tip for buying a Dahon – go 20″

The 20″ ones fold without having extra bits to carry. This makes it possible to carry the bike in one hand, negotiating doorways easily. This is good for safety as there are no brakes to check, wheels that could fall out or anything else easily overlooked. You kind of know if the frame has not been unfolded, or if the handlebars or seat are not where they should be.

The 16″ wheel size is not that much smaller than the 20″ when folded, but it does suit the shorter rider. (5’2″ is about the smallest rider size for the 20″, any smaller and the bars are too much of a stretch. 6’4″ the tallest for the 20″ and the bike does suit tall riders.)

The 26″ ones including the new Cadenza ride like proper bikes and have no weight penalty to complain about. If you have to store the bike in a small space or want a bike for the boot then they will do the job, but without the fun and folding function of the 20″ models. Get one and get hooked by folders – before you know it you will be wanting all the accessories too (special bag, travel case, dinky panniers…)

By: Adrienne

Adrienne — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 18:07:47 +0000

The Dahon Curve started _really_ earning its keep this morning when a Dial-a-Ride van appeared in place of my regular bus, which had broken down. No bike rack? No problem!

By: enrique

enrique — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:56:34 +0000

I own a 2007 Dahon Speed P8. Super easy to fold, and fun to ride. I’m new to bicycling and am trying to get out of a long slump of inactivity…wish me luck.

By: Adrienne

Adrienne — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 02:51:27 +0000

I have just started using a Dahon Curve D3 (16-inch wheels, three speed Sturmey Archer hub) to commute part way by bike, part way by bus here in the Phoenix metro area. I had been using an older Huffy hybrid (affectionately called my “Urban Beater Bike”, still in service for shopping because it is so very functional and unattractive).

I really like the Dahon. The one I chose is a simple tool, but perfect for what I need it for.

By: Fritz

Fritz — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 16:50:34 +0000

I saw a big bright yellow Hummer folding bike just last night. I was going to snap a photo of it but then I saw something even cooler.

Anway, Montague’s not really my friend right now: They’re not having much luck persuading bike companies to use their “CLIX” quick release system, so now they’re trying to persuade federal regulators and state legislators to mandate their use as safety equipment.

By: Logan

Logan — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 16:21:03 +0000

i have a dahon s1 singlespeed which I seldom ride on account of my long torso and the lack of an adjustable cockpit on the dahon. Otherwise I would be all about it. $100+ shipping and it’s yours…