Folding Bikes - difference between Montague models

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Eli_Damon
06-08-07, 08:45 PM
Hi all. I have been doing some virtual window shopping and I really like the look of Montague bikes. I am seriously considering getting one when I have some money. However, I don't understand what the difference is between the regular models and the "SwissBike" models. For example, what is the difference the DX model and the SwissBike TX model? The two model groups have separate web sites and I can't find any comparisons between them. Any insights would be appreciated. Thanks.
geo8rge
06-09-07, 02:39 AM
DX and CX have a very poor parts package. Unique frame geometries make fitting accessories harder. On the CX I replaced virtually every part except the frame, fork, and handle bars because they were no longer functioning. If you like the frame they come up on ebay now and again for about $200-$300. YOu might also get a deal on a whole bike.
I have the Montague Hummer version, great bike. Only downside is the gears are'nt as fliud as would like with a lot of noise and some sliding.
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Eli_Damon
06-13-07, 05:55 PM
DX and CX have a very poor parts package. Unique frame geometries make fitting accessories harder. On the CX I replaced virtually every part except the frame, fork, and handle bars because they were no longer functioning. If you like the frame they come up on ebay now and again for about $200-$300. YOu might also get a deal on a whole bike.
Do you know if the TX has better parts?
pismocycleguy
02-01-08, 08:49 PM
If you read the spec sheet, the TX appears to have higher grade components.
I have the Swiss LX (http://canambikes.com/Pages/LX24.html) which I Absolutely Love!
check it out. (http://canambikes.com/Pages/LX24.html)
Blu Falcon
05-21-08, 12:29 PM
I've got the Montague Paratrooper and it's a solid bike. I'm in the process of replacing some of the stock components though. Yeah, it would be nice if you could get the just the frame, but this is a great bike for commuting and hitting the trails on the weekends.
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