Originally Posted by
Winfried
Apparently, the Dahon Speed TT has ben replaced by the
Vector X27H.
Thanks much for the feedback about Brommie vs. Dahon/Tern.
I don't use a folder to commute but rather for touring + train trips (and possibly plane trips, but I haven't tried yet), so folding isn't a big issue since Dahon/Tern fold small enough to fit.
For that purpose, I'd rather get a folder with 20" wheels and more standard parts, so it'll probably be a Dahon/Tern (or maybe an OriBikes, although they're hard to get in Europe.) Since I'll be upgrading from a Birdy World Speed and its 56T chainring + 8 speeds, I'm looking for something with more gears (2x10 sounds good) that I can ride for about 100km per day without hurting too much, all road.
Why wouldn't you keep the Birdy and simply add a dual drive hub for the extra gearing you want.. certainly the full suspension, stellar frame and Birdy ride characteristics would make one of the nicest compact folders for travel .. especially where roads aren't ideal..