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Old 01-06-09 | 07:51 AM
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Bikes: 2023 Zizzo Liberte

Ricky,

Well opinions are subjective you know. This is of course an "entry level" folder, but for the money, it's probably the best value per dollar in it's class.

You get a magnesium alloy frame, and many other parts made of aluminum. It's not easy to find a bicycle of any kind, in the sub 30 lbs. for $120 or so. The frame has nice, clean welds, which is something you would expect on a much more expensive unit.

The stem has a good lock down mechanism. When you unfold the bike, you slip the main stem onto a smaller diameter tube the comes up about 3" from the head tube. Then you tighten the quick release. Make sure you adjust the QR so that it will tighten good. If you do that, the stem will feel pretty solid, not flimsy as it were a one piece unit. It is however, non adjustable.

The bike comes with a very attractive carrying bag, and a Velcro strap to secure the ends of the folded bike so that it won't try to open up on you while carrying it out or inside the bag. That was a nice addition

When it was delivered to my lady friend's house, the box looked like a "mini crate"! I mean it was very well packed, and protected by several layers of strong cardboard. It took us 8-10 minutes before we peeled off all those layers to get to the actual factory box!

I'm pleased to report that the bike was in perfect condition because it was so well protected. The only thing is that there were a few scratches here and there, probably during factory assembly. Touch up paint will fix those easy enough.

And as with any bicycle you buy through mail, or the internet, it is probably a good idea to have it professionally adjusted, such as brakes, the derailleur, and wheels trued. Unless of course you are well versed enough to do it yourself.

I know you wanted a "quick opinion", but I felt compelled to tell more.

When I bought it on eBay, I did the "Purchase it Now", but you'll probably get a better deal than me by going through the bidding route.

Good luck!

Regards,
Ed







Originally Posted by Ricky in Jersey
Hey Ed,

I'm bidding on an FP right now, what's your bottom line quick opinion?
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