So this isn't a storage issue at home / work. You want a bike that will fold small & easy enough to take into a coffee shop - to avoid the fear of theft?

The Strida certainly does that. It's light. But it's hard to get enthused about. One rides a bicycle... does one really want to ride a Strida LT?

The following may be blasphemous on on the folding bike forum (and I like folding bikes):

A bicycle that would ride better / smoother, and be at least $500 cheaper. Any "beater". I paid $150 for a cherry old Schwinn Surburban. A tank. It is a great coffee & bagel seeking machine. Mine may be too nice for your purpose. Get the $100 or $75 bike. And a good lock. It won't attract theft, and will ride wayyyy sweeter than a Strida. Bumps and sidewalks that would be painful on a Strida - no problem.

Other option - spend up. Get a Brompton. Minimum twice the price of a Strida but a folding bike that is actually pleasant to ride.

Perhaps someone else can provide some Strida love.