I bought this bike in late 2008 through my employer's Cycle to Work Scheme. Idea was to complement with my newly aquired very small car (throw bike in car, drive part way to work, cycle rest) and go places.
Firstly, the Nexus hubs are a treat, takes me back to where I started on bicycles, 3 hub gears. Very smooth, well spaces and easy shifting. Nice handling, due to long stems front and back great for my size (186 cm). Folding is a doddle once you understand peddle position necessary to fold together. Not as neat as the Brompton, but then the Brompton is much more expensive and doesn't at the moment offer the Nexus or similar.
I cycled on this bike on a Charity ride from London to Paris with 30 other people, most of them on Bromptons, some on Dahons (the Ridgeback is a rebranded Dahon) and I have to say that it was equal to the Brompton brigade.
Would I buy it again? Any time! I used it frequently, hasn't had a problem so far after probably a few thousand miles and will go another few thousand.
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Ridgeback says
A folding bike is ideal for the whole family. Great for those impromptu trips, a Ridgeback folding bike offers fast, reliable transport. As train companies increasingly restrict the carriage of large wheel bikes during peak hours, the practical portability of a folding bike becomes quickly apparent. A bike in a bag is no longer a bike! As urban commuter, quick errand run-around or just because space is limited, a Ridgeback folding bike offers a smooth stable ride and yet is amazingly compact when folded. All models come with a tough nylon carry bag.
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About this bike
| Type | Folding |
|---|---|
| Gender/Age | Unisex |
| Production years | 2010-2011 |
| RRP | £599.99 |
| Sizes | (Frame size guide) |
| Frame type | Rigid |
| Frame material | Aluminium |
| Frame description | 7005 'Heat treated Aluminium |
| Gears | 7 |
| Wheel Size | 20" |
About Ridgeback
Since the introduction of our first bike a quarter of a century ago, Ridgeback has been creating bikes exclusively for UK riders, establishing a reputation for innovation and quality. Recognising different riders have different needs, the range is divided into nine series, plus children’s bikes.
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Specifications
Braking
| Brake Calipers | Direct Pull 'V' |
|---|---|
| Brake Levers | Alloy 'V' |
Drive
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge Cro Mo |
|---|---|
| Cassette (Rear Cogs) | Shimano 21t |
| Chain | Z50 |
| Crank | Forged 6061Alloy |
| Pedals | Folding Type |
Gearing
| Derailleur Front | N/A |
|---|---|
| Derailleur Rear | N/A |
| Gears | 7 |
| Shifter(s) | Shimano Revoshift |
General
| Grips | Kraton |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | 6061 Aluminium |
| Headset | Sealed |
| Rigid Forks | Cro-Moly |
| Saddle | Comfort |
| Seat Post | 6061 Aluminium |
| Stem | 6061 Aluminium |
Wheels
| Hubs | Shimano Inter 7 |
|---|---|
| Rims | Aluminium |
| Spokes | Stainless steel |
| Tyres (Front & Back) | City Slick 20 x 1.5 |
| Wheel Size | 20" |
UK warranty
| Ridgeback frames carry a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and/or workmanship for the original owner. Rigid forks are covered for 2 years and all other components are covered by their own warranties. |
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by
Martin Heuter
on 9 Jul 2010
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