Kent Compact 16 Bike

petehowell · #1 04-18-2010, 12:18 PM

I read the threads on the folding bikes and thought they were pretty cool, but seemed a bit pricey for the amount of use I would give one. So I summoned the power of Google to find me a cheaper option.

Here is what I found: The Kent Compact 16 at $139 delivered(new customer) it is not that bad. You won't win any races on it and I'm sure the pricier bikes are better quality, but my goal was "better than walking" and this one meets and beats the goal. It has an alloy frame and is in the 25# range.

We needed a mission for the bike, so Kate and I decided a brunch picnic in Rushford would be just great. Here's our story and we are stickin' to it!

We carefully folded the bike and slid it behind the seat - it fits easily even with the spare nosewheel, O2 bottle, tools, brunch, and other stuff.

Even the little one is growing up, but not me!

We did not loiter at Prairie Island Nuke Plant - The bike was not affected by background radiation - Nuke Proof- Check

Left Downwind for 34 - Spring has sprung - look at the green!

See - better than walking. 6 speeds - front and rear brakes - luggage rack. Unfolds in 30 sec.

Kate likes it, too!

A little brunch!

Folds in 30 secs for the trip home! I think it is a gem for the money.

Let me know if you have questions.

pierre smith · #2 04-18-2010, 01:23 PM

...I'm not at the airport but I wonder if it'll fit diagonally through the -10's baggage door. I don't recall the door's diagonal measurement but I'll see it tomorrow,

Thanks,

hydroguy2 · #3 04-18-2010, 01:37 PM

is it just me or one of those optical illusions? I think even an ol'fat guy like me could have walked from the plane to that table.

ok, nice bike

petehowell · #4 04-18-2010, 01:41 PM

It was uphill - both ways!

Quote:

Originally Posted by hydroguy2

is it just me or one of those optical illusions? I think even an ol'fat guy like me could have walked from the plane to that table.

ok, nice bike

carlrai · #5 08-08-2010, 06:18 PM

Great value there Pete. Photo of the bike in the baggage area looks like an easy fit. Would two fit?? This or the Citizen look like the ticket for the occasional trip when bikes make life easier.
Thanks

petehowell · #6 08-08-2010, 06:36 PM

I have not tried two, but I think they would fit. Maybe Mr Maib can find a 2 seater and see if they will fit in there for us.

FredMagare · #7 08-08-2010, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hydroguy2

is it just me or one of those optical illusions? I think even an ol'fat guy like me could have walked from the plane to that table.

ok, nice bike

But she did it in 1/3 the time!

Snowflake · #8 08-09-2010, 11:37 AM

I like the bike, and the 20" version of the Citizen looks good too. You could probably get two of the 16" ones into the baggage compartment on a 6 though. The only catch is, at 25lb each, you're eating up half of your baggage capacity before you even think about luggage. And with two bikes, you won't get much luggage in.

I guess everything is a tradeoff...

Rupester · #9 08-10-2010, 09:24 PM

...and am VERY pleased with it. It's a little over $300, but is VERY well made and comes ready to unfold and ride. Seven-speeds. Also weighs in at 25#. One will fit in the back of my 9A, but not two of 'em.