Folding bikes incorporate a number of joints, usually lockable, that allow the bike to be folded to a more compact size. There are a number of advantages to this, which include being allowed on public transport, being easier to pick up and easier to store. Taking a bike into your place of work with you, rather than chaining it outside, has a huge security advantage. (more info)
Folding bike reviews
2011 Brompton S2L £735
Brompton is the flagship of folding bikes and the S2L is the lightest, simplest and cheapest in their range. With two gears and lower, sporty S-type handlebars, it does the job you expect of an about-town folder.
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| Brand | Dahon (52) Brompton (18) Tern (17) Giant (12) Raleigh (10) Orbea (9) Dawes (8) Montague (8) more |
|---|---|
| Frame type | Full Suspension (5) Hardtail (11) Rigid (147) |
| Frame material | Aluminium (126) Steel (26) Titanium (9) |
| Wheel Size | 16 inch (35) 20 inch (93) 24 inch (4) 26 inch (19) 700C (5) |
| Gears | 11-20 gears (9) 2-10 gears (124) 21+ gears (20) Single speed (7) |
| Suspension Travel | 111 mm to 139 mm (1) 80 mm to 110 mm (3) under 79 mm (2) |
| Gender | Men (27) Unisex (136) |
| Year | 2006 (14) 2007 (5) 2009 (35) 2010 (32) 2011 (45) 2012 (31) |
| RRP | under £400 (48) £400 to £590 (35) £590 to £830 (39) over £830 (44) |
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Pearl Izumi PRO Softshell gloves £60
Warm and waterproof winter glove, good for commuting or cold weather training. Layering of materials on the palm interferes with grip.
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