The video is disingenuous when showing the Brompton around 1m20:
- When carrying out of the car trunk, it looks like it's going to fall apart
- It looks like you have to spin like a circus monkey, although the six-speed version with a 50T chainring offers 33-100 gear inches (2.63-8m)
- When comparing folded sizes at 1m50, they "forgot" to fold the left pedal on the Brompton. They also forgot to show the bikes from the side…
- For some reason, the bike won't let you hang a bag in the front, although it's super convenient
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That bike is too complicated and too big to use as a
commuter bike that you'll have to fold/unfold several times a day. As a
travel bike, however, how does it compare to the existing range of BF bikes?
On the positive side, I like the belt drive, the Alfine 11, and the different sizes the bike will be available.