Originally Posted by
BobbyG
While this particular folder may never be a long distance champ, my 20" Dahon Boardwalk with upgraded, higher gears does 30 mile rides with ease and comfort.
Amen. Higher? Hmm, maybe Boardwalks have freewheels with 13 or 14 high cog. My Speed has a cassette with 11 high, and I needed a lower-low than 52x30. My 50/34 x 11-30 gets me 21-85 gear inches. I might go 34 low cog if I heavy tour on it. 85 is enough for the flats and to pedal down mild grades.