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Folding Bike Gears Explained
Choosing the right gearing Folding bikes use various gearing systems, from single-speed simplicity to 12-speed complexity. The right choice depends on your terrain, maintenance preferences, and riding style. This guide explains gearing types, gear ranges, and how to match gearing to your needs. Understanding gear ratios and ranges Gears allow you to pedal efficiently at different speeds and on varying terrain. Lower gears make pedaling easier (for hills), higher gears enable faster speeds (for flat ground). Gear range explained Gear range (expressed as percentage) indicates the spread between lowest and... Read more...
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Folding Bike Weight Guide
How much does weight matter? Weight matters most when you carry the bike. If your commute involves stairs, carrying through stations, or lifting into car boots, lighter is genuinely easier. This guide helps you understand weight ranges, carrying scenarios, and whether paying premium for low weight is worthwhile for your situation. Understanding folding bike weight Folding bikes range from 7.5kg (ultra-lightweight) to 18kg+ (electric models). Most quality folders sit between 10-14kg. The right weight depends entirely on how much you carry the bike. What determines weight Frame material: Steel (heavier,... Read more...
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Folding Bike Size Guide
Understanding folded bike dimensions Folded dimensions vary significantly between models, brands, and wheel sizes. This comprehensive guide helps you understand what fits where, how to measure accurately, and which sizes suit different storage and transport scenarios. How fold dimensions are measured Folded dimensions follow format: Length x Width x Height (or Depth). These measurements indicate the rectangular space the folded bike occupies. What affects fold size Wheel size: Primary determinant. 16-inch wheels fold smaller than 20-inch Frame design: How frame folds affects compactness Handlebar type: Some handlebars fold flatter than... Read more...
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How to Choose a Folding Bike
Finding the right folding bike for your needs Choosing a folding bike requires matching features to your specific situation rather than buying based on specifications alone. This comprehensive guide walks through the key decisions systematically, helping you avoid common mistakes and select a bike that genuinely suits your use pattern. Before you start: understand the trade-offs Every folding bike design balances competing priorities. Understanding these trade-offs helps you choose features that matter for your situation while accepting compromises that do not. Core trade-offs in folding bike design Compact fold vs... Read more...