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Old 05-09-13 | 07:39 AM
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From: between Milwaukee and Sheboygan in Wisconsin

Bikes: 1995 Trek 520 is the current primary bike.

I'm back to thinking again about getting a folder. There is a Birdy 7 for sale locally, I'm thinking his price is a bit high but will wait to see what he says.

Are there any issues with the Birdy 7 that I should be concerned with or to check for if/when I see the bike in person?
I'm about 6' tall and currently run around 225Lbs (slowly aiming for below 200).

The folder will be used for commuting. My bike/bus commute option is not viable due to changes in the bus schedules (which is probably better discussed in the commute section). So I'm thinking a folder might work since I'd be able to snag a ride from a northbound co-worker after work to get me closer to the northern bus route, my full sized bikes would be a hassle trying to fit them into the co-workers Prius or Mustang.

Also, what is the general opinion on a Birdy 7 being used for a 15+ mile bike commute, mostly roadways with a little bit of MUP/bikepath mixed in. If I miss the north-half bus then tag on another 25 miles one way to the commute.

Anyway, just looking for opinions on the Birdy 7.

Thanks in advance for any input.

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