Perhaps most ridiculous folder ever
05-11-07, 02:57 AM
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Perhaps most ridiculous folder ever
Actually, it's not even a folder... I've seen a few of these being ridden around the streets of Shanghai (very awkwardly...). I can't believe that someone would spend RMB 600 on one of these, when a basic 16" Dahon can be had here for about RMB750. Anyone else seen these before?
Edit: Here's a picture for those of you too lazy to follow the link
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Edit 2: Is this one even more ridiculous??
Edit: Here's a picture for those of you too lazy to follow the link
Edit 2: Is this one even more ridiculous??
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Ha Ha! & it's called 'Best Hope'! Best, hope it gets you home! 
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I hadn't noticed that! Thanks for pointing it out...
05-11-07, 09:54 AM
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It's unstable enough as it is! The idea of panniers on this thing is truly terrifying...I'm still shocked that they're charging so much for it. RMB600 is not cheap for a bike in China.
05-11-07, 10:50 AM
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Yikes!
It sort of reminds me of those old clown bikes......I guess the good thing is that it always stays folded, even when you're riding it.
It sort of reminds me of those old clown bikes......I guess the good thing is that it always stays folded, even when you're riding it.
