Dahon v. Giant v. Downtube
I recently had my previous bike stolen (Giant Cypress '02) and I was looking into getting a folding bike. I have about at most $500 to spend on the bike and would like to know what are your opinions on which bike do you consider the best for use as a light urban/sidewalk riding vehicle? Also, I will be using the bike to transport groceries and stuff not exceeding 30lbs.
My measurements: a guy that is 5'6"; 140 lb; 27" inseam.
My choices from research to date (MSRP):
Giant Halfway: $500
Downtube 2006 VIII FS: $299
Dahon Piccolo D3:$399
Dahon Speed D7: $329
Dahon Sweet Pea: $249 (!!)
Dahon Vitesee D5: $499
Dahon Mariner D7: $359
Ciao.