there are good reasons to change that. After years of roadie life, now I mainly commute (20 miles 1-way, carry stuff in a messenger bag) but still do up to 100 with friends on occasion. I’ve been interested in fast riding folders for years but have never pulled the trigger, now I’m in a lower budget range.

In short I’d love to find a very fast rider, under $2000 if I have to go new. Doesn’t need to fold quickly or be super compact. Wide gearing not needed. But does need to fold and carry speed.

The Pocket Rocket is too pricey, but the Dahon Dash X-20 speaks to me and I could overshoot for the cost ($1800?). But Dahon is so screwy, can’t even find an X-20. If I could just find something with the Dash frameset and the fast wheels I could set-up a nice drive train.

I know you experienced guys have good reasons for riding the brands and types you have. Anyway, it would be cool to pull the trigger, just haven’t found it yet. (and I’m in Utah, would love to try some but no folding bike retail shops.) Let me know if I’m missing anything obvious. Thanks.