Orbea Katu
03-07-17, 07:05 AM
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Orbea Katu
Encountered a new-to-me minivelo today, the Orbea Katu. The weight is not given, but the components sound at least decent. Comes in IGH and derailleur versions with disk brakes, front basket mounted to head tube and fenders. Looks like a Origin 8 Bully. Available in the US at Denver Bike Cafe.
03-07-17, 07:43 AM
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The Orbea Katu is a beautiful bike. I really do like the 8 speed IGH model,...
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03-07-17, 10:05 AM
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My memory is fuzzy but I think I test rode the e-bike version at a tour/show last fall. I essentially use my Dahon D7 as a mini-velo so the Katu would be a lovely upgrade. Just wish there was a dealer close by.
03-10-17, 05:05 AM
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Saw one on the road the other day. Nice, practical little bike for rides in the city.
https://www.orbea.com/int-fr/velos/katu-20
https://www.orbea.com/int-fr/velos/katu-20
07-01-17, 11:41 AM
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Orbea Katu 50.
I have ordered the Katu 50.
I am glad you all think it is a good bike, I agree.
Because of its size I will be able to store it indoors which was a big plus for me.
I do like the ebike version, but need to wait till I have more funds.
Look forward to riding it, I should get it next week.
I am glad you all think it is a good bike, I agree.
Because of its size I will be able to store it indoors which was a big plus for me.
I do like the ebike version, but need to wait till I have more funds.
Look forward to riding it, I should get it next week.
07-01-17, 04:57 PM
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Nice, it looks very strong and functional. Please post detail pics of it later.
07-02-17, 02:01 AM
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Clean looking bike. Reminds me of the i:sy that has been around for a couple of years. Not a folding bike but a compact bike, initially designed as possible rental bike - very robust, very (and very quickly) adaptable to different riders, easy and very comfy to ride and to store (folds flat and takes only little space).
Models | i:SY
https://www.isy.jetzt/
It is available in various versions with different gearings and including ebike-versions and even a cargo-version.
You can even have a custom build:
I test-rode the i:sy a couple of months ago and really liked it. Too bad that I don't need another bike.
Models | i:SY
https://www.isy.jetzt/
It is available in various versions with different gearings and including ebike-versions and even a cargo-version.
You can even have a custom build:
I test-rode the i:sy a couple of months ago and really liked it. Too bad that I don't need another bike.
07-02-17, 04:04 AM
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Clean looking bike. Reminds me of the i:sy that has been around for a couple of years. Not a folding bike but a compact bike, initially designed as possible rental bike - very robust, very (and very quickly) adaptable to different riders, easy and very comfy to ride and to store (folds flat and takes only little space).
I test-rode the i:sy a couple of months ago and really liked it. Too bad that I don't need another bike.
I test-rode the i:sy a couple of months ago and really liked it. Too bad that I don't need another bike.
07-26-17, 09:47 PM
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Just picked up mine today, I opted for the Katu 40. Given that they made a point not to list the weight of the bike I was pleasantly surprised at how light it is.
It won't win any races but its a quick little bike, it should make for some fun little trips around town. I will say the basket not moving while steering is initially jarring but easy to adjust to. Very practical and well designed bike.
It won't win any races but its a quick little bike, it should make for some fun little trips around town. I will say the basket not moving while steering is initially jarring but easy to adjust to. Very practical and well designed bike.
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I have ordered the Katu 50.
I am glad you all think it is a good bike, I agree.
Because of its size I will be able to store it indoors which was a big plus for me.
I do like the ebike version, but need to wait till I have more funds.
Look forward to riding it, I should get it next week.
I am glad you all think it is a good bike, I agree.
Because of its size I will be able to store it indoors which was a big plus for me.
I do like the ebike version, but need to wait till I have more funds.
Look forward to riding it, I should get it next week.
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07-17-18, 07:48 PM
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Well, mini velos that actually still exist and the average Joe can buy are nice.
07-17-18, 08:38 PM
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11-27-19, 03:15 PM
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Orbea is currently blowing out the Katu 50 model, with two colors left, for $199, shipped (plus tax).
https://www.orbea.com/us-en/bicycles...cat/katu-50-18
https://www.orbea.com/us-en/bicycles...cat/katu-50-18
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Orbea is currently blowing out the Katu 50 model, with two colors left, for $199, shipped (plus tax).
https://www.orbea.com/us-en/bicycles...cat/katu-50-18
https://www.orbea.com/us-en/bicycles...cat/katu-50-18
Wow! Merry Christmas to me, I guess. Thanks,
11-27-19, 05:44 PM
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Want this so much, but with limited space, that means ditching one of the three bikes I have. They are already taking up space in my apartment building's foyer. Don't think management would appreciate a 4th bike out there.
Ugh...decisions...
Ugh...decisions...
11-30-19, 10:59 AM
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Pulled the trigger...Don't think this is a bike buying season on Craigslist? Maybe I can find a friend who will lend me some garage space.
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04-26-20, 03:30 PM
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Anyone put a rear rack on their Katu? If so, please share what works. Would like to make mine a grocery workhorse so I need more cargo space than the front basket (which is great by the way). Would like a rack that is 20 inch wheel specific but that limits options so I'm open to racks for larger wheels. I tried transferring my Dahon rack over but the arms were way too short. There's quite a bit of real estate back there on the Katu.
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