Thread: 20”or 16”?
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Old 10-14-17 | 10:26 PM
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20”or 16”?

I own 2 folders, both 20”. one electric, the other a traditional. I am enamored with the Gates/Shimano Nexus-IGH technology and that drive combo will be my next purchase....likely a Downtube product. They offer this drivetrain in both 16” (SA hub)

My question is, since Ive never ridden a 16” bike and its unlikely Id have that opportunity prior to making a decision is what insights can 16” riders give me that I’d likely not get elsewhere?

Full disclosure: I am predisposed to adding the 16” to my fleet primarily for the tighter fold, and would also be a less redundant choice but, again I’m concerned about the rideability of the 16”.

Thoughts?
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