What ? ... a folding bike as a serious prospect ?
Last time you had one of those, it rode like a pig and looked like one.
Now thanks to tyre and suspension technology, plus some radical rethinking in the eye candy department, things have moved on.
The market isn't about to fold !
In fact, it's blooming and those small wheeled, small packaged wonders have been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21
st century.
| A folder for regular commutes, where space is at a premium and speed of fold essential in 2,3 & 6 speed versions.
Frames are steel and titanium/steel.
Then check out a Brompton.
Price £565 –£1,135 |
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Click here for the Pashley-Moulton TSR range of high performance demountable (separable) bikes.
Price £995 – £1,450 |
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A stylish aluminium folder, with 4 speed hub gear commuter and 9 speed derailleur versions.
Then check out a Mezzo.
Price £599 – £645 |
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A folder that can cope with steeper gradients and is more comfortable in the long haul ?
Aluminium frame, front and rear suspension and 7 to 24 speed versions
Then test ride a Riese & Müller Birdy.
Price £1,049 – £2,199 |
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Something rather special with a geometry reflecting a real touring or 18-27 speed performance race bike and where folding speed is less important.
Also in 8 speed entry level and single and 27 speed off-road versions.
You simply must come in and see the Airnimal range.
Price £695 – £2,199 |
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This list of folding and separable bikes is not exhaustive but we have carefully selected what we believe to be the best of the bunch to help you in your choice.
Currently, the Webmaster and half the Bicycle Doctor staff own and regularly ride folders.
But don't just take our word for it, come in and see for yourself - we'll happily demonstrate the fold, let you go on a test ride
(please enquire first about test ride conditions).
We can also show you a full range of accessories for all models.
And here's another plus:
if you can't get to us, we can deliver any of the folders to your door at
no extra charge, if you live on mainland UK.
(Please enquire for delivery charges outside this area.)
Just ring us on 0161-224-1303 with your credit card details handy.
If you want more information on the bikes and accessories, then
email your address and we will be happy to post you a brochure and price list.
