Re: Folders ... ?

In article <44f5ebe3$1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, elyob <newsprofile@xxxxxxxxx> writes

Which builds would you all go for? I'll rule out C-Type myself, so am trying
to work out the difference between equipment and frames etc. The general use
may not sound much, but if I ever started work in London I may up my mileage
to 10-15 miles a day. I also like to "give it some" and am quite a heavily
built guy.

I've not regretted getting my Brompton in June or July 2001. I needed it because of the absence of safe parking available when my employer moved offices, and it was fine for my 4-5 mile central London commute.

I went for the most expensive the shop had when I walked in - a T3, with rear rack and dynamo. As someone else has pointed out, my ride back from the shop was a bit scary, but you get used to the handling very quickly.

It got daily use for the next year and a bit and then less frequent, but still 2-3 times a week, after work moved again.

I use it less often now as I work from home, but it's great for local trips to shops, cafes and library. However for the next three weeks I will be commuting to Reigate in Surrey and plan to cycle to Victoria station, about 3 miles away, take the train to Reigate and cycle the final 600 yards or so. I think I'll be OK in office wear for these distances.

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