This thread is dedicated to the discussion, concerns, parts and enjoyment of 16"/ISO305-wheel folding bicycles.
I'll get the ball rolling by mentioning that I was able to mount an 11-36T cogset and Shimano Zee RD on my 305er with 1.50" nominal tires. The RD sits as low as the brake track. Sub-optimal, and lower than I'd like, but watchagonnado if you need/want the range, right? So far, no contact with the ground during riding.
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22-72GI on tap with a 52T chainring.
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For those looking to swap out stock tires and wheels, there is the Mialo wheelset pictured here with Kenda Kwest 45-305 / 16x1.75" nominal, 37mm profile height/40mm wide measured.
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The Kwests are a scorching value at $3.25 apiece. The beefy United inner tubes inside are not bad at $1.10 apiece either. Under $4.50 for tire and tube combo.
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