petehowell
Well Known Member
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.
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.
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