I am in the US (Everett, WA). I have looked at Bike Friday and DaHon but the REI didn't have any Bromptons when I went in last. I have ridden a few Dahons and found them a little clunky, but my bike shop didn't stock many models and mostly for the boat camping crowd. Weight is in an issue for me only when it gets above 35lbs. I dont need a huge range of gears because it's pretty flat ground where I work. I was thinking 6-7 speeds would be sufficient. Rider and load weight though is more of a concern. I tip the scale at 235lbs with my backpack and wet weather gear and that's before I get on the bike.