Bike advice needed. Looking for folding bikes

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May 6th, 2015 8:44 am

josb0513 [OP]: Member; Jan 27, 2008; 460 posts; 160 upvotes; GTA

May 6th, 2015 8:44 am

Bike advice needed. Looking for folding bikes

Hello.

I've recently moved to a lakeshore area and would like to enjoy the trails with my wife. Since our place doesn't offer much of the storage space, we figured we wanted folding bikes. Looking for the best deal possible. We will be riding once or twice every week I'd think. These are folding bikes I've found on common bike departments. Any other recommendations or feedback would be appreciated!

Nakamura Skyline Pro Folding Bike - 2015 $299 (They have $60 promo, 10% signup bonus)
http://www.sportchek.ca/product/index.j ... 1.64534016

Roadmaster™ Loop Folding Bicycle $259.99

http://www.costco.ca/Roadmaster%E2%84%A ... 06111.html

Schwinn Tango 20" Folding Hybrid Bike $279.99
http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/schwi ... UoECPlVhBc

TEKCOUP 7 Speed Aluminum Folding Bike 20" $269.99
http://www.amazon.ca/TEKCOUP-Speed-Alum ... lding+bike

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May 6th, 2015 11:45 am

Xeros: Deal Addict; Jun 2, 2009; 2090 posts; 95 upvotes; Toronto

May 6th, 2015 11:45 am

I guess the main questions to ask are:

1. What is your budget?
2. What quality are you expecting?
3. What sort of riding are you doing? Or, how much performance do you want out of the ride?
4. Do mind buying used?

Oh, here's a link to folding bike reviews. http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/folding/

I know they are covering a wide range of folding bikes and they are mostly UK reviews, but it gives you an idea of what is available on the folding bike market since there are many kinds of folding bikes.

May 6th, 2015 1:24 pm

josb0513 [OP]: Member; Jan 27, 2008; 460 posts; 160 upvotes; GTA

May 6th, 2015 1:24 pm

Xeros wrote: ↑I guess the main questions to ask are:

1. What is your budget?
2. What quality are you expecting?
3. What sort of riding are you doing? Or, how much performance do you want out of the ride?
4. Do mind buying used?

Oh, here's a link to folding bike reviews. http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/folding/

I know they are covering a wide range of folding bikes and they are mostly UK reviews, but it gives you an idea of what is available on the folding bike market since there are many kinds of folding bikes.

Thanks for the review site! I do recall seeing top 5 folding bike and Dahon brand was one of it.

1. My budget is $100-$300
2. nothing to serious. Entry level is fine.
3. I would like to go on a trail date with my wife. Casual 30min-1hour ride once or twice a week near by the lakeshore. Maybe take it for camping.
4. I don't mind buying stuff used. I believe in kijiji.

Thanks for your help!

May 7th, 2015 3:53 pm

warpdrive: Deal Expert; Mar 6, 2003; 18024 posts; 10827 upvotes; Ottawa

May 7th, 2015 3:53 pm

The amazon one looks best to me, just because it resembles the dahon and tern bikes which have the same kind of frame design which might be stiffer than the low frame style of the others.

Jun 3rd, 2015 12:18 am

areacode514: Newbie; Mar 28, 2002; 55 posts; 20 upvotes

Jun 3rd, 2015 12:18 am

Hi OP,

Just curious, which bike model did you end up going for?

Thanks!

Jun 9th, 2015 2:57 pm

Eclipse218: Jr. Member; Oct 19, 2010; 120 posts; 44 upvotes; Richmond Hill

Jun 9th, 2015 2:57 pm

Sorry to bring this post back up but I am in a similar situation as OP.
I am interested in getting a foldable bike as well and saw the ones listed above and the vela bike - http://velabike.com/

Anyone care to give some input between the TEKCOUP and the vela ?

Thanks !

Jun 9th, 2015 10:08 pm

warpdrive: Deal Expert; Mar 6, 2003; 18024 posts; 10827 upvotes; Ottawa

Jun 9th, 2015 10:08 pm

Eclipse218 wrote: ↑Sorry to bring this post back up but I am in a similar situation as OP.
I am interested in getting a foldable bike as well and saw the ones listed above and the vela bike - http://velabike.com/

Anyone care to give some input between the TEKCOUP and the vela ?

Thanks !

not much difference between the two as far as I can tell.

Just make sure you get the bike adjusted by a mechanic (Vela says you need to have proof that it was inspected by a mechanic before the warranty is valid)

I would suggest you visit a MEC store which sells a Tern brand (they were the originators of this kind of folding bike design) so you can familarize yourself with how these bikes fold and even take a test ride. Folding bikes do feel a bit tipsy than a full size bike due to the smaller wheels http://www.mec.ca/product/5041-357/mec- ... ing%2Bbike

Jun 9th, 2015 10:23 pm

dp: Newbie; Aug 24, 2008; 71 posts; 13 upvotes; Toronto

Jun 9th, 2015 10:23 pm

http://www.green-cruiser.com/ Mec.ca is expensive. This place on Pape ave is worth a visit.

Jul 19th, 2015 6:54 pm

hOrnizuka: Deal Addict; Nov 10, 2004; 1542 posts; 69 upvotes; Toronto

Jul 19th, 2015 6:54 pm

I'm currently looking for one as well. I don't want to spend too much. Perhaps between $200-$300. There aren't much selections based on the budget. So far setting my sight on the Citizen Bike Miami. Planning to pick it up from the border.

Jul 19th, 2015 8:30 pm

chekacr9: Member; Apr 1, 2013; 486 posts; 104 upvotes; Ontario

Jul 19th, 2015 8:30 pm

I have one for sale, in very good condition. Contact me if interested.

Jul 22nd, 2015 1:01 am

6up: Sr. Member; Jul 29, 2006; 636 posts; 20 upvotes; Toronto

Jul 22nd, 2015 1:01 am

You can easily find an older used bike at a garage sale for $25-50. A tuneup, fresh tubes & tires for another $50 and you on the road. I'd be pretty upset if my new $250 bike was stolen.

....life needs more green lights.

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