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Old 03-24-18 | 08:23 AM
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reppans
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From: New England

Bikes: Brompton M6R, Specialized Tricross Comp, Ellsworth Isis, Dahon Speed P8

Depends on how and where you like to tour of course, but one of the advantages of folder touring is that we have the multi-modal option. If you break down and do not have parts or tools to repair on the spot, then just start hitchhiking or call a taxi or Uber. Actually, I'm really interested in incorporating hitchhiking into my folding bicycle touring to cut out the boring and dangerous ride sections.

I'm personally into ultra-compact touring and can fit my entire touring rig (Brompton + T-bag rigged for camping) on my lap while riding in the front passenger seat of any car. Tools/inner tube/pump for minor repairs, flat tire, and adjustments are permanent resident inside the bike's frame and seat tube.
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