abloom
07-04-08, 10:31 AM
I am not at all a bike expert, but am now looking to buy bikes for me and my wife. We have a NYC apartment with very little storage space so we are thinking of getting folding bikes. Unfortunately, we are also on a budget, so nothing over $500 will work (and even that makes me cringe a bit). My wife tried a Dahon D8 (with the idea of getting the D7, but they didn't have one available at the store to test ride) and found it hard to adjust to the wobbliness that comes from having small tires (or maybe from the bike hinge, not sure). So, at least for her, we are looking at options for full size wheel folders. What I've seen in the price range is the Dahon Espresso and the Montague DX crossover or CX Comfort. Have not seen many reviews, especially not of the Montagues. Anyone have any experience with them? Are they easy to fold? How compact? How easy to carry? Quality? Also, I've been advised that buying through a local store is a good idea since they provide free tuneups for three years. Can one get Montagues through local stores? Any advice?