Originally Posted by
somnatash
Dont hesitate to try small wheels. A lot of that is perception. I like my 18lbs Carryme with single speed and 8" wheels which is as stock too small for me (5'10'' upgraded it with longer seatpost, buttbuddy
and will put a highriser-stem but for you it should fit very well. With Schlumpf Drive = 2 Spd version, I see it very capable to ride 10 miles as long as terrain is flat. That bike folds small, can be handluggage at some airlines and is easy in your budget.
Somnatash, be very careful with your new toy .. as you move your center of gravity up on a short wheelbase bike with 8" wheels, the tendency to topple over the front increases if the front wheel stops short for any reason (curb, driveway lip, road irregularity, etc.).. it happens when you least expect it and quickly.. been there done that... I shuddered when I saw one pictured with drops as so much more upperbody weight could be on the front wheel.. I think the single speed version is optimal as the dual speed with it's 80" high gear would get the bike going too fast for normal roughish street riding.. the bike has it's purpose, but care should be observed more so than with something like your 16" Brommie..