as Im older , the step thru benefits of folding bikes , have merit.

Bike Fridays NWT , is a great touring bike already in use around the globe

and they come apart and fold to go in a suitcase to lower domestic baggage charges..
(which you will see, when time comes to get home without riding round trip)..

get them with whatever groupset you want.. in a size made for you..

regular touring big wheel bikes near me is a trek dealer, with a QBP account

so Treks 520, 920 or any Salsa or Surly bikes can be available..




IDK what brands your LBS carries until you tell me..





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