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Old 12-10-15 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Winfried
At this point, Dahon's website only mentions the Dash D18 and the very pricey Clinch:
DAHON Bikes:*Folding Bikes by DAHON

Does it mean the other lockjaw-based models (Smooth Hound and Bullhead) are no longer manufactured?
I believe the Smooth Hound, Bullhead, and other similar 1st or even 2nd gen lock jaw bikes are no longer available. I looked into getting one for quite a while, and had to really scour the web to even find used ones. I think the Dash D18 is the latest version of this bike format.

I came across some of the same concerns (integrity of the lock jaw over extended use) in other forums. My impression is that the bike is first a minivelo that if you have to fold, then you can do so. But if you're folding it in and out day after day, you'd be better off with a folder that's designed expressly for folding.
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