Originally Posted by
linberl
Can somoene explain to me why, now that the bike is materializing, there are all these posts bashing it? Why not just wait for the real life reviews? Sorry, I just don't get putting out all the negative vapor over something that can now actually be given real use reviews. The bike isn't going to be ideal for everyone, I don't want 24" wheels on a folder, but I am sure it will completely fit the needs of some. Imo all folding bikes are niche products (evidenced by sales #), and if this fills a niche (I didn't even know existed) then that's great. The more folders the better. I completely understood all the negativity and snark when there wasn't a bike -- made this thread fascinating and fun, lol. It just seems misplaced now that the bike is delivering and it's possible to judge it on real merits. To that end - are there any reviews out there yet********** Can't wait to read 'em.
Well, there are again some critical reviews of the idea as there are also overly cheerful comments. That you're focusing on the negative might tell something about you.
Also I guess you're ignoring that MUCH of the discussion was not about if there COULD be a bike. But rather about whether the bike that already existed for the kickstarter could be made into a product. This is still very open. I'm also curious about first hand reviews of the first bikes. But I'm also curious and kind of sceptical about the long term viability of the idea. So certainly not surprised that there are big emotions in both directions here.
