Raleigh Boardwalk Folding Bike

The Raleigh Boardwalk is a 20-inch folding bike that brings straightforward British engineering to compact urban cycling. With its smaller wheel size, it's designed to fold down into a manageable package for storage or carrying on public transport, making it practical for commuters who need to combine cycling with other forms of travel or who have limited space at home or in the office.

The bike runs a 7-speed derailleur gear system, which gives enough range to handle gentle hills and varying urban terrain without overcomplicating maintenance. The V-brakes provide reliable stopping power in everyday conditions, and they're mechanical direct-pull brakes that are straightforward to adjust if needed. The smaller wheels make the Boardwalk nimble in traffic and contribute to the compact fold, though like most folding bikes with this wheel size, you'll need to pedal a bit more to maintain speed on longer, flatter sections compared to a standard 26-inch or 28-inch bike.

The Boardwalk suits riders looking for a no-fuss commuter that stows away easily and doesn't demand a lot of maintenance or adjustment. It's particularly useful for anyone who regularly uses buses, trains, or needs to carry their bike up flights of stairs. The 7-speed setup keeps things simple without sacrificing too much flexibility in choice of gears, making it well-suited to mixed-terrain urban routes and moderate hills.