by Larry Lagarde
If you've been scouring the web looking for a Kent Ultralite 6 speed folding bike, you're in luck. I just got 2; they're new and ready to go out the door.
Once these are gone, the chances of finding another one this year (here or anywhere else) are slim. Kent's out of stock and is switching to an aluminum version to offset all the increases in production costs.
New Kent 3 Spd Folding Bike Coming
Last week, I spoke with the owner of Kent Bicycles about the need for sturdy, economical folding bikes. Not only did he re-affirm his commitment to making reasonably priced folders. He also offered to produce a new aluminum folding bike for me with a multi speed internal hub (Yeah!). Still to be worked out: components & pricing.
Do You Want Fries With That?
If you were buying a folding bike for under $300, how would you like the bike outfitted? Do you care whether the 3 speed internal hub is made by Shimano or Sturmey Archer? Would you prefer coaster brakes or caliper brakes? A padded comfort seat or a narrow saddle? Fenders or no fenders? Red paint or blue? My goal is YOUR satisfaction so please feel free to tell me what YOU want. I know that I can't please everyone but I'll do the best I can.
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Regarding the new 3 speed folding bike, I think it's important to have a carry capacity of 250 lbs and for the bike to be designed for riders up to 6'2" but this does add to the bike's weight and can increase the size of the bike when folded. So what's your opinion - how much carry capacity do you want - 200 lbs? 225 lbs? 250 lbs? What about the max rider height - should it be 6', 6'2" or 6'4"?
Ah, decisions, decisions...
In response to your question about hand brakes vs. coaster brakes, I would prefer V-brakes.
Do you care whether the 3 speed internal hub is made by Shimano or Sturmey Archer?
-Don't care
Would you prefer coaster brakes or caliper brakes?
-Coaster
A padded comfort seat or a narrow saddle?
-Narrow
Fenders or no fenders?
-Fenders
Red paint or blue?
-Red
Will the new (aluminum) Kent folder be considered an "upgrade" in comparison to the Super/Ultra Lite series?
I see these are already out...but since I'm 250 lbs, I wish there was an affordable folder with 250 lb capacity (besides the too-large, pricier Montague)
-Bob G
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