Originally Posted by
neilfein
So far, I've test-ridden:
I decided on a Dahon Curve SL. It's basically the Curve D3 with more speeds, 3 pounds lighter and a shimano hub. The problem is that the 2008 models won't be around until late July at the earliest. (This information is straight from Dahon.)
At the moment, I'm leaning towards waiting on the Curve. I'll probably be happy with any Dahon, but I'll kick myself later if I don't wait for the bike I really want.
The problem here is that we really don't have any guarantee the bikes will be available even in July...
Get the D3 and strengthen your legs. It seems a great little bike to me. I really admire it and if I could justify the expense I'd buy one, but I have too many bikes already.
I think the Curve SL has ally forks and an ally handlepost. I'd go for steel in those components. Get the D3 and start having fun right away. We live now, not in the future. Today is the day to do something good - not tomorrow.
It's available in the UK for £249!!! EEEk the temptation is all over me like a rash.