New BF model at less than $1000
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New BF model at less than $1000
this offer may have been around for a while, but if so it has escaped my attention. An "entry level" BF that they retail at $995 here
Be interested to hear folks' evaluation of it from what they can see online. Seems a good deal to me.
Edit: actually, its obviously not new at all, I really don't know how I missed it, but still interested in comments.
Be interested to hear folks' evaluation of it from what they can see online. Seems a good deal to me.
Edit: actually, its obviously not new at all, I really don't know how I missed it, but still interested in comments.
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Couple of years ago they had 8 speed models for $799.
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We have three Pocket 8's in the immediate family, as well as three custom Fridays (2- NWT's and a Crusoe).
The Pocket 8's are great bikes! (just don't have the braze-ons for the front derailleur). Wife and I were on ours yesterday riding along Portland river front with the grandson (he was on my former, now his Dahon S1). The stock 1.75" Kendas are great for anything from city streets to gravel paths.
I have been able to set-up my Lg Pocket 8 frame identical to my NWT. The stock Fridays ride just as good as a custom model and you can always upgrade components down the road, if you desire.
We are going to a ride along the pretty much all dirt/gravel Lacamas Lake foot & bike path today and will do so on the Pocket 8's.
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The Pocket 8's are great bikes! (just don't have the braze-ons for the front derailleur). Wife and I were on ours yesterday riding along Portland river front with the grandson (he was on my former, now his Dahon S1). The stock 1.75" Kendas are great for anything from city streets to gravel paths.
I have been able to set-up my Lg Pocket 8 frame identical to my NWT. The stock Fridays ride just as good as a custom model and you can always upgrade components down the road, if you desire.
We are going to a ride along the pretty much all dirt/gravel Lacamas Lake foot & bike path today and will do so on the Pocket 8's.
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That just happens to be the bike I'm looking to buy once my recumbent sells. I'm going to swap the 30t front chainring for a 24t for super-low climbing gears. When I get it I'll let you know what I think of it.
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this offer may have been around for a while, but if so it has escaped my attention. An "entry level" BF that they retail at $995 here
Be interested to hear folks' evaluation of it from what they can see online. Seems a good deal to me.
Edit: actually, its obviously not new at all, I really don't know how I missed it, but still interested in comments.
Be interested to hear folks' evaluation of it from what they can see online. Seems a good deal to me.
Edit: actually, its obviously not new at all, I really don't know how I missed it, but still interested in comments.
Anyhow, I'm much happier with my Dahon, but if you are looking for a bike with drop bars, Bike Friday offers some excellent selections. The frame technology nowadays is good and safe.
Hope this helps.
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thanks pacificcyclist, it really does help a lot. I have a dahon speed tr at the moment, but was thing of something a bit faster, with drop bars, to cover commuting and light touring, and also to go in a suitcase, which the TR doesn't (or maybe I am wrong on that).
I have been aware of BFs for a longtime, and had in my mind that they were the ideal. However they are more expensive in the UK than in the US (like Bromptons in reverse) so would be a big investment. But maybe I am searching for something that just doesn't exist folding wise. Maybe I need to take a look at the airnimal, too. But I have been studying BFs for a time, and contemplating also buying one pre-owned, so your comments are very much appreciated.
I have been aware of BFs for a longtime, and had in my mind that they were the ideal. However they are more expensive in the UK than in the US (like Bromptons in reverse) so would be a big investment. But maybe I am searching for something that just doesn't exist folding wise. Maybe I need to take a look at the airnimal, too. But I have been studying BFs for a time, and contemplating also buying one pre-owned, so your comments are very much appreciated.
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thanks pacificcyclist, it really does help a lot. I have a dahon speed tr at the moment, but was thing of something a bit faster, with drop bars, to cover commuting and light touring, and also to go in a suitcase, which the TR doesn't (or maybe I am wrong on that).
I have been aware of BFs for a longtime, and had in my mind that they were the ideal. However they are more expensive in the UK than in the US (like Bromptons in reverse) so would be a big investment. But maybe I am searching for something that just doesn't exist folding wise. Maybe I need to take a look at the airnimal, too. But I have been studying BFs for a time, and contemplating also buying one pre-owned, so your comments are very much appreciated.
I have been aware of BFs for a longtime, and had in my mind that they were the ideal. However they are more expensive in the UK than in the US (like Bromptons in reverse) so would be a big investment. But maybe I am searching for something that just doesn't exist folding wise. Maybe I need to take a look at the airnimal, too. But I have been studying BFs for a time, and contemplating also buying one pre-owned, so your comments are very much appreciated.
Since you have a Dahon Speed TR, why wouldn't you think it will not fit in the suitcase?
If you want drop bars on the folding bike, then either the Bike Friday or the Airnimal will do. However, the lower-end BF models are both heavy and based on 406 wheels which are no different than your Speed TR. All you are getting is more better hand positions and lower handlebar. For BF model to be of any significant upgrade to you, you should be looking at a BF Pocket Rocket with 451 wheels (slightly bigger than 406). I had ridden a Pocket Rocket Pro before as well as the Air Friday and those 2 models would suit you better as a light commuter and light tourer to complement your Speed TR. Or you could try finding a used or NOS Dahon Mu SL as it is both lighter and faster riding than your Speed TR. But the Mu SL will be flat bars, not drop.
Your only other option would be to go with Airnimal since it is more local to you than me. The Airnimal Joey or especially the Chameleon model is a joy to ride. 24" wheels rolls better and still fit in a suitcase too! Unfortunately, in my case, Brompton and Airnimal are way overpriced in my country. Perhaps, you get a better deal there.
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I am really liking my third-hand pocket rocket as a commuter bike, even without a rack, fenders, or bag (when the rainy season hits I'll probably switch back to a 700c bike). A few creaks at the hinge that vanished with a spot of grease, but a nice quick bike for my purposes. I notice that newer bikes fold under and to the left -- this one folds under to the right, which makes it a little more awkward to carry when folded (without a bag).
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A Tikit, T knob type, can be fitted with a simple 3 speed , for example,
and come in pretty cheap..
the chain tensioning dropout is a good feature.
as it lets you use either an IG hub or a derailleur wheel..
I think they price the derailleur , single chainwheel ones sub 1K$
and come in pretty cheap..
the chain tensioning dropout is a good feature.
as it lets you use either an IG hub or a derailleur wheel..
I think they price the derailleur , single chainwheel ones sub 1K$