Folding Bikes / Bicycle Accessories
Folding bikes are bicycles that fold into a compact size in seconds without using tools. Bikes that fold compactly are more versatile than traditional, non-folding bicycles because folders are easier to store or transport. Following are the folding bikes available here
for purchase. |
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| Micro Folding Bikes | Mid Size Folding Bikes | Full Size Folding Bikes | ||
| (Wheels 12" or smaller) | (16-20" Wheels) | (26" Wheels) | ||
| - $159
E-Z Pack 1 Spd - $199 Kent Mini 8 1 Spd - $510 CarryMe 1 Spd - $750 CarryMe DS 2 Spd - $895 CarryAll Adult Trike - $999 Mobiky Genius 3 Spd |
- $189
Kent Compact 16 6 Spd - $259 Kent Nexus 3 Spd - $359 Kent Adult Trike 1 Spd - $589 BigFish 3 Spd - $599 Giatex 3 Spd - $599 Strida LT 1 Spd - $799 Strida 5.0 1 Spd - $950 Strida SX 1 Spd - $1200 Strida Duo 2 Spd - $1699 IF Reach - $2499 Electric IF Reach DC |
- $469
Montague DX (18 Spd Crossover Bike) - $495 Beach Blue (3 Spd Cruiser Bike) - $499 SwissBike X50 (18 Spd MTB) - $599 Montague Crosstown (7 Spd 700c) - $629 SwissBike TX (Urban Commuter) - $685 Montague Paratrooper (Military MTB) - $699 Montague Boston (700c Fixie/1 spd) - $899 Montague Navigator (700c 27 spd) - $1099 SwissBike X70 (27 Spd MTB) - $1199 Montague FIT (700c 27 spd) - $1899 SwissBike XO (27 Spd MTB) - $2239 IF Mode |
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Basically,
a folding bike makes it easier to go bicycling more often
to a wider variety of places and with fewer worries about
storage or theft.
The Bike You CAN Take With You
Unlike standard sized bikes, folding bicycles can be carried
aboard trains, ferries or buses and stow away easily in
car trunks, small planes, RV's and boat holds. Folders are
also allowed in places where normal bikes are refused (apartment
buildings, post offices, grocery stores, banks, restaurants,
shopping malls, office buildings, elevators, escalators,
etc) and can be stashed discreetly into a carry bag if you
wish to remain inconspicuous. Some bikes even fold into
a suitcase that can be checked onto an airliner.
De-clutter Your Garage
You can buy a bike that folds tiny enough to fit in the
smallest car trunk, under your desk at the office, in a
cubby hole in your dorm room or even in a luggage locker;
yet, riding the folding bike is like cycling on a full size
bike. Some folders even adjust to the size of the rider,
allowing families to cut down on the number of bikes in
the garage or carport because the same bike can be used
by a child or adult.
Thieves
Hate Folding Bikes
Bicycles tend to get stolen when they're unattended. Since
your folding bike is allowed to stay by your side rather
than out on the street, thieves have fewer opportunities
to steal your bike. No more walking back to your bike only
to find a cut lock!
Lighter,
Stronger, Better
Within the last few years, new technologies and materials
have made folding bikes easier to ride, faster to fold,
lighter to carry, smaller when folded, more suitable for
riders of various heights & weights, and sturdier too.
Fold Compactly Yet Pedal Normally
Although some folding bikes have small wheels, the better
models of micro folders (CarryMe, E-Z Pack, Mobiky, Strida)
are geared to compensate for their smaller than usual wheels.
The result is a bike with a ride equal to a traditional,
full size bike that is also easy to store, theft resistant
and easily transportable.
Make Public Transit Even More Practical

Many
folding bikes are small enough to take with you on public
transportation (planes, trains, subways, buses, taxis, escalators,
elevators, etc.). CarryMe, Mobiky and Strida folding bikes
roll even when folded and they can easily be stowed away
in the smallest car trunk, under your desk at the office,
in a dorm room or even in a luggage locker. Additionally,
with little or no disassembly, they'll fit in a suitcase
so you can check them onto your next flight and go for a
bicycle ride at your travel destination.
Useful Folding Bike Accessories
• Folding
Bike Carry Bag (protect your folding bike from damage
or theft; generic looks that do NOT draw attention)
• Folding
Pedals (fold/unfold fast; design deters accidental folding)
• Bicycle
Trunk (keep your items dry & secure while bicycling)

