Reasons to buy a foldable bike

We simply love our Dahon bikes!

Here are the many reasons why:

1. easy storage - when we lived in an apartment, we just stowed it at our balcony
2. no bike rack needed - it easily fits in the trunk of your car
3. lightweight - so easy to carry
4. less than a minute to fold or unfold
5. durable - we did the 25-mile route in Napa Valley's Tour De Cure using these bikes
6. good quality - we've had these bikes for 2 years and we're sure it'll last us a couple more years.  Aside from yearly check ups, they're very low maintenance.
7. conversation starter - I've lost count of the number of stares and the number of times strangers have approached us to ask about our bikes

Another good though more expensive brand is Brompton.


Our other favorite biking gear are:

• Pearl Izumi apparel - from jerseys to bottoms to jackets to gloves!  Tip:  they have an outlet at Gilroy and the selection is pretty good.
• helmets from Bell and Giro
• SPI Belt - this belt securely holds my phone, car keys, cash and some cards while biking.  Highly recommend!