Jay Honeck wrote:

Hey Mark -- does your company make a decent (and affordable) folding bike
for pilots?

I've thought about it many times, but haven't moved forward on it
(yet). A folding titanium bike would be a very, very narrow niche
market

It's not just for pilots. I've often thought that the bike manufacturers
have under-estimated the size of the folding bike market.

I'm thinking about getting the Hummer, have about 4 or 5 versions,
supposedly originally made for the military and they don't cut the frame
for the 'fold' which is a big plus. starting price around $500 which if
you've priced any quality bikes lately is not out of line. It has front
suspension and front disk brake with rear caliber brake. folds to 3x2x1
foot.
It's a mountain bike although if you like you could put street tires on it
for a more comfy ride on the roads. I want it for both aviation and also I
do course certification for Running type road races and would like
something a little more convienient than my current bike.
John


This is there lowerend street/limited off road $449
no front suspension/no disk brake
Montague CX Comfort Bike
Full-size comfort bike for cruising city streets and boardwalks with 26"
standard wheels.
Folds to 36" x 28" x 12" in under thirty seconds without the use of tools.
Compact size allows for convenient storage in a car trunk, boat, closet, or
private plane.
Limited lifetime warranty on frame.
Uses extra cushioned saddle with suspension seat post, upright, rise
handlebars with an adjustable stem, and wide semi-slick tires that offer a
smooth ride on paved roads but have a grip on light off-road terrain.
Equipped with industry standard wheels and components serviceable at any
bike shop.


There medium model $549
Montague MX Mountain Bike
Frame: All Aluminum 7005 Front & Rear Triangle
Fork: RST 281 Suspension
Color: Brushed Aluminum
Shifters: Grip Shift
Drivetrain: 24-Speed Shimano® Alivio
Brakes: Alloy V-Brakes
Tires: 1.95" Front/Rear Specific Knobby
Spokes/Rims: Stainlees Steel/Alloy
Saddle: Velo Mountain Bike
Seat Post: Ally Micro Adjust
Frame Sizes: 18", 20.0"
Folded Size: 36" x 28" x12"

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