Originally Posted by
JosephLMonti
The Downtube website presents the Nova as an "entry level" model, but I see it more as a great foundation (frame/fork/handlepost) for serious customization. For a few hundred additional dollars, one could have a nicely spec'd folder, as good as any of the other models the company has offered over the years. For this reason, I think it would make great (biz) sense for Downtube to offer the Nova in two or three configurations, just as Dahon offers the Mu in several variations.
Obviously it is an entry level bike due to the way it's equipped, but you're right, the frame offers enormous opportunities for customization.
I think this model is selling quite well for Downtube so I believe you're correct that it could make good business sense for them to offer a higher end model too.