Help choosing 16 inch bike
Hi folks, I've been struggling to make a decision on a folding bike.
My options are
- Brompton C line 6 gears (1300 EUR)
- Decathlon 1 second folding bike (840 EUR)
- Dahon Boardwalk D7 16 (699 EUR)
- Dahon K9 (999 EUR)
- Dahon Mariner D8 (650 EUR)
I would love to get the Brompton since I am purchasing the bike off a Cycle2Work scheme in Ireland (close to 50% savings). However, having done extensive research on reddit I realise that Bromptons have a bit of a walled garden when it comes to parts and that is the only issue I have with them.
The Decathlon 1 second bike looks great since it is compact and the instant unfold looks super convenient. However, I have doubts about the repairability aspect of this bike since there is little information on the internet compared to Bromptons and Dahons.
The D7 and K9 look fantastic. The Mariner D8 is a 20 inch option I am considering. I currently have a used Vitesse D7 which I enjoy riding but I am about to sell it due to certain circumstances. My preference for Dahons lie in being able to repair them with off the shelf parts and the price.
I would love to hear your thoughts on which one I should go for. Would love to hear about the Decathlon bike if anyone has any experiences with repairs at Decathlon.