In reply to Downtube's question..Yes I am..I have toured on an aluminium bike with no suspension..In Thailand you can probably find a workshop in most towns that weld aluminium if the frame should break..What I am saying is buy a cheap Brompton clone for $350 because it is bound to be better than the Dahon..It has a rack and fenders and 3 speed and for tht price it is incredible..You can buy a one speed Brompton clone for $275...Plenty more folding bikes to choose from in Thailand..Chevrolet make a 7 speed 16 inch wheel folding bike..cheap enough..The man just wants to tour around places not ride around the world..around towns.on taxis,trains,buses etc..