Folding Bikes - Between Downtube FS's...Do I Choose 8 or 9?
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ricoflor
07-31-08, 05:47 PM
Just a quick call for your expert recommendations....seems like I'm narrowing down my choice of folders to a Downtube, but should I go for an Eight or a Nine? Additionally, is an Eight chain-drop proof?
Thanks.
R
Sammyboy
08-01-08, 03:18 AM
No single chain ring bike with a rear derailleur is drop proof, still less 8 or 9 speeds. I'd go for the 9, unless your budget is really limited.
ricoflor
08-01-08, 02:47 PM
No single chain ring bike with a rear derailleur is drop proof, still less 8 or 9 speeds. I'd go for the 9, unless your budget is really limited.
Interestingly, the 8's supposedly an internal gear hub thingie, so no deraillers/derailleur; also, 9's cheaper than the 8 as advertised in Yan's website, so the 9 would be most logical if budget is the issue. Going back to the first issue, if neither bike is chain-drop proof, then it should not be part of my equation for now.
But will hold off for a moment to hear others' thoughts. Thanks for your words of wisdom, Sam.
R
mulleady
08-01-08, 02:52 PM
9 all the way!
snafu21
08-01-08, 04:17 PM
Sexy JuJu cog-swapper on the 9... mmmmmmmm
mulleady
08-01-08, 04:18 PM
9 speed runs best on a SNAFU 2008 unit! :D
Sammyboy
08-01-08, 04:38 PM
Ah. At least in the UK, some of the old 8 speed derailleur models are still available, so I assumed that was what he meant. If the other option is the 8 speed hub derailleur, I'd be all over that.
Hi ricoflor
I have the 8 speed and it is comforting to know that it is enclosed and well protected. Since I may well pop it in the trunk of the car it will be cleaner too I suspect. I actually bought two and we are both very happy with them.
ricoflor
08-02-08, 01:41 PM
Ei guys, thanks for sounding off. More ideas are welcome!
Unfortunately here in the UAE, the Bronx is the only folder available ( a UK make, I believe); no Brommies, Dahons, BF's, even DT's. When shipping is factored in, you try to get the rig with the most bang for the bucks. Two years hence, may be Brommie will set up shop here. We'll see.
FYI, opinions still welcomed.
R