The Dahon seems to by a pretty solid machine, but the Swift is very light and is very plastic for different configurations. I would go for a Swift but, as I told you in a previous thread, I would assemble a Shimano Nexus 8 (without built in coaster brake) + a double chain ring (53, 39) at the front. And please when you get the bicycle and set it up for your long journey, post some pictures. Oh, one more thing I forgot: if you instal a internal gear hub, use the V brakes Wavshrdr recommends, not the roller brake.
Last edited by caotropheus; 02-01-06 at 03:30 AM.