Hi all :-) I am searching for a folder to carry around in my car.

I am 5'9" tall, 200 lbs (and slowly dropping), 66 years old and wanting to ride for overall health, mind and body.

Shops with folders are about 3 hours away. I have made the trip twice and about to go again to a third shop.

So far have tried a Citizen, Dahon, pos no-name, Bike Friday Pocket Companion, Xootr Swift, Tern Link, Tern IOS, and a couple of Bromptons.

My opinions so far: do not like Brompton, not crazy about Citizen, Dahon or Tern 20 inchers. Bike Friday and Swift were impressive rides, BUT, I have acquired several kinks over the years and require a fully upright riding position as my norm. The 24" Tern IOS has come the closest so far, but even with it I would need a different handlebar. It's 25" top tube has the stock handlebars a bit far out for me.

Also, with tax and new handlebars I am looking at close to $900. I could, but I shouldn't. I have seen an older IOS on Craigslist, but am concerned about the reported frame breaking issues.

I would prefer a softer ride than the 20" bikes have given and wonder if a suspension bike would suit me. If I find what I think is my perfect bike I could expand my budget, but hope to stay $600 or less. If the IOS were $500 It would have come home with me, but I am not Jonesing for it.

The Downtube and Origami full suspension bikes are interesting. Can anyone who owns one offer their opinion. What I have seen indicates the 9FS is well liked, but it appears to have a longish top tube for me. I find very little current opinions on the Origami suspension offerings.

Sorry for the long post, but i figured best to give a complete picture.

Focusing on full suspension for now.

Any thoughts appreciated. Regards, Craig