Originally Posted by CrimsonEclipse
The catalog Gordon supplied had some really interesting stuff.
The seatpost pump was one I liked. The trailer has possabilities.
There was a section of small wheeled (20") NON-folding bikes. It's like they're trying to
start a 20" trend. I wonder if the 20" roadies are comparable (faster?) than their 26"
brethren.
CE
CE: I read online just yesterday (might have been here!) a 20" wheel is FASTER than a 26/27" up to a certain speed, breaks even at a certain point and is at a slight disadvantage above about 35mph. (I THINK I have that final number correct)
The point made was "who rides at 57km/h regularly?" (sponsored/performance riders usually)
For a race where you've got a lot of cornering, slowing down and speeding up, the 20" wheel might actually be an advantage on account of the lower mass you have to roll-up to speed.
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The entire 2006 Dahon line is fantastic - agreed with the comments here. The MuXL & SL are hot! What great lines!
The Ciao! with it's low step-over is a GREAT idea. Competition for Biria and perhaps some of the full-size beach-cruiser type bikes.
Can't wait to hear some road feedback on the Hammerhead. It would make my week/month/year to hear that Criterium riders were using Hammerheads to beat other riders...
