Originally Posted by
DeadGrandpa
I have a Pocket Llama with a single chain ring, 9 speed cassette and a SRAM DD3 IGH, so plenty of gear range. I never used it for touring, but on my 50+ mile training rides, I averaged about one mph slower than on my regular bike, from which came the measurements for the Bike Friday build. I really liked it, but went back to riding the carbon bike.
Thanks for the update.
I remember when you were considering buying a folding bike, I suggested the Dual drive for the wider range. That was several years ago, I do not recall much else in our back and for typing comments.