Commuting

6 Reasons to Invest in a Folding Bike

You'll be downsizing in no time

Folding bikes have become pretty popular during the last few years. However, to the uninitiated, their small wheels and miniscule frame may look a little odd. And it’s true; they’re never going to be the first or most ideal choice for long-distance cycles through tough terrain, but they definitely have their uses and advantages.

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Perhaps you’ve witnessed more of these on your commute, have heard about the hype, or you’re simply wondering what it’s all about. Well, we’ve answered all your burning questions for you.

Here are 6 perks of folding bikes that’ll have you downsizing in no time.

They’re Convenient and Portable

Want to take your bike on a weekend away? No worries! A folding bike fits inside the smallest of cars. Don’t want to leave it chained up outside? Its design means that once folded, it’s compact enough to fit under your desk at work. Or maybe part of your commute is via train or bus? Simply collapse and carry it on board.

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The portability and convenience of a folding bike are some of its main appeals, making it popular with commuters.

Huge Choice of Styles

Whether you want something sleek, retro inspired, or vintage in style, folding bikes come in a huge range of finishes and designs, so you can express your personality and find a style you love. Whether that’s a bike with a basket and leather satchels or a modern, streamlined frame in striking silver.

This means you can get a folding bike without compromising on design, so you can enjoy your ride in style.

They’re Easy to Operate

Getting the knack of the folding and unfolding process may take 10 minutes of fiddling, but once you’ve done it a couple of times, you’ll be able to fold and erect your bike in a matter of seconds.

Just make sure to practice when you first get your folding bike – you don’t want to be panic folding for the first time as the tube doors are opening – and then you can quickly fold and unfold on the go.

Embrace the Thrilling Ride

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This may seem a little odd. After all, if you think about a fast ride, a folding bike is probably the last thing that would come into your head. However, you may be pleasantly surprised. With smaller wheels and a lower surface area, you can reach faster speeds at a quicker rate than a conventional bike.

If you commute to work, a folding bike could make your journey quicker and see you speeding past other riders. Or, if you use it during your leisure time, your relaxing ride will require less effort.

They’re Tiny Home Friendly

More and more of us are living in smaller spaces. With reduced square footage, we’re turning to practical solutions to make the most out of our homes. As such, the thought of taking up precious floor space with a mountain or road bike is just not practical.

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This is where a folding bike can come to the rescue! They can fit in the under stairs cupboard, a porch, under an armchair, or even hung up on the wall.

Popular Second-hand Resale Market

Investing in a folding bike can be an expensive purchase. Depending on the brand and style you choose, one of these can set you back anywhere between £100 and £3000. Although premium models carry a high price tag – you could buy a used car for those figures! – they hold their value relatively well.

Even in the second-hand market, folding bikes are extremely popular and sell for a strong price. So, if you do decide to sell at any point, you know you can get a good resale figure.

A folding bike is a great choice, especially for commuters or those with limited space. They offer loads of perks to riders and attract attention for all the right reasons. Plus, they’re also super fun to ride.

In addition, just like any other bike, they also offer health benefits and are better for the environment. This means folding bikes are a win on every front!