Folding Bikes: Do I go for the cheap bike because I will only ride it once every 2 months or so, or do I shell out the money for a better bike because the ride I do every 2 months is 20 miles?
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I have had a Dahon Cadenza (a larger folding bike) for 5 years, riding 20 miles a day twice a week, and have nothing but love for it. I'm even pondering the purchase of a second smaller bike to keep in the trunk. IMHO, they are the best folding bicycles on the market. You might take a look on eBay and/or for a used model, because these bikes are built to last.
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Hi.I went for the 20 in because I am 6ft tall inside leg 32 ins and the bike works well for me!If you buy the bike try and get the carry bag as part of the deal as they are not worth the $99 price tag!! brgds Clive
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Seems that this bike is lightweight, relatively strong, can carry things on the rear fender, has fenders to help keep you dry... you may want a more comfortable seat... after that it is up to you.. I do 7-10 miles at a time, couple of times a week, for exercise, on a bike path... might want to get a bell or a horn as well...
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Completely depends on how much you use it. I don't use my bike every day, but mine is still going strong after over a year.
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it is easy to move I have never tried to fold it.....it isn't super heavy. Love the bike.
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The battery should last you a couple of years. Just make sure you plug it in after every use. Don't buy that bike at that price. At most it's only about a $700.00 bike. Back when I bought one on here it was less than $600.00.
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My response is "no" for two reasons. First, I would recommend a bicycle with gears (3-speed, 10-speed, etc.) for that kind of distance twice a day. Second, the circumference of the gear that turns the bicycle chain is smaller than most beach bikes. This is significant because the rider of this bike has to pedal faster to go the same speed as other bikes. I wish I had known this before I bought this bike! I find it difficult to keep up with my friends, even though I am pedaling faster than they are!
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You may try but this would be more appropriate for someone around less than 6 feet and weighing around 80kg. You may look for something more sturdy for a comfortable ride. I would suggest Diamondback 2013 Overdrive V 29'er Mountain Bike with 29-Inch Wheels, expensive but worth it.
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How about a Vespa? Believe it or not this was fun for about 15 minutes. I had fun but I wouldn't trade my 1966 Schwinn away for it. I really believe it's more for a ten year old than an Adult. But it isn't a huge investment, it folds up and isn't bad to carry. An when you get done it fits inside the closet.
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Joan this is a low level bike the tension is very weak.. You will out grow this bike in 30 days. My wife use it while watching television she likes it. If you are a seriously athletic person spend a little more money for a better bike !!!!
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This bike mostly has the same cheap components as the one I bought. The frame is similar but slightly different. It looks like this bike has better trigger shifters and a better rear deraileur. If so, it may be worth the difference in price. If you live near a large university and you can hold off until May or June, there are good deals to be had from students selling their bikes at the end of the school year.
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' not sure about the bike you've been using at the gym. I used the bikes at the gym for about 6 years. About a year ago we moved to southern Arizona. There isn't a gym that has spinning within 50 miles. I was very Reluctant to buy a bike for home. This bike has been great. It's solid, easy to put together ( a little patience and 45 minutes ), and so far works well. I'm happy with it... I'm sweating and getting a good work out again. My recommendation... Get it.
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Buy the one from bikebarn.net. I have had mine for 14 years in Massachusetts...I need to replace the fabric this year, it finally ripped.
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It depends on your bike and how heavy you are somewhere between 30 and 35 miles an hour.. But there are many upgrades and you can go faster.. Safe riding be careful.. ;)
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You're welcome. I would highly recommend going to a bike shop (one with great customer service) and get them to fit you. Also if you are really serious about biking go ahead and invest in a good bike..you can tell the difference in a $150 versus a $500 bike and up. Borrow someone's if you can, who has a good bike to see what you might want. I love my bike..I have a specialized dolce and it'll last me a long time. Good luck!
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I don't recommend this bike for someone your weight. The places where the bike folds can become weak and break. My handle bar stem snapped off while I was riding my Dahon D7 which turned it into a unicycle. I fell and injured my knee. As it turned out, this model and year had a manufacture recall because the handle bar stem broke on other people also. If you want a folding bike, I recommend either Bike Friday or Brompton. They are much more expensive but much better quality. If you do get a Dahon, I would recommend using it for only short distances and being very careful.
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I just reached 950 miles on mine in six weeks...if your journeys go over 25 miles you are going to want to upgrade the seat. I've been on cobble stone roads that without a motor to cruise over would have stopped me in my tracks. I fully recommend this bike.