Originally Posted by
chaadster
I don't know what assumptions you're talking about, because that Dahon produce and sell more folding bikes every year than Brompton, and have done so for 30 years, is a fact. That the Dahon dealer network is larger is a fact.
I don't want to take too much for granted, but the numbers suggest a tremendous sales advantage for Dahon, and I don't see any reason that Brompton's sales should grow. In fact, there almost certainly will be some lost sales for Brompton because there has been a lack of competitive products to do what Bromptons do. The Curl seems poised to bring the battle straight to them.
As I said you are comparing an entire range of bikes to a niche folder so I won't bother debating with you. You think Brompton aren't growing? I can give you real facts and stats since I'm writing a business case study on them but I won't waste my breath.
The Curl will take the battle to Brompton? That's a big claim and let's see what happens. I'd rather talk about the Curl now than try to have a conversation with someone who has no clue about Brompton's business model or bike.