What are the advantages of folding bikes?

Folding bikes as we know them have been around since the early 1980s and have steadily grown in popularity ever since. They’re a common sight in most big cities and have become a popular option for commuters. Being able to fold your bike into the size of a large backpack makes for an extremely versatile mode of transport, allowing you to enjoy all the benefits of riding a bike without the drawbacks surrounding its bulk. If we could summarize folding bikes in one word it would be ‘practical’. Here are just some of the advantages of folding bikes over traditional bikes.

Easy to transport. Aside from being excellent modes of transport, folding bikes are very easy to transport themselves. You can carry them with you so you won’t need to worry about them being stolen.

Easy storage. To top it off – they fold into a compact shape that makes storing them in your office or home very easy. Folding bikes are worth it!

Security.

Being compact and easy to carry with you means folding bikes are rarely left in a place where they’re at risk of being stolen. There’s no need to leave it chained up outside the office all day or tied to a lamppost when you meet a friend at the cinema or for coffee. You won’t have to constantly worry if your bike will still be when you go to ride it home.

Environmental benefits.

The above factors mean that folding bikes are likely to be used very often – more often than traditional bikes, at least. For this reason, they further reduce a rider’s use of fossil fuels. Not only is it good for your health, but it’s also good for the Earth.

Is it harder to pedal a folding bike?

It isn’t harder to pedal on a folding bike, more than the lack of gearing options means that hillier terrains are much tougher to conquer on a folding bike. But if you are just riding on flatter terrain, then pedaling is no issue.

Are folding bikes good to ride?

Folding bikes are good for riding but are particularly great for commuters and those who do a lot of riding around cities, on bike paths, and to the shops due to their convenient nature. Not to mention, considering they’re designed to fold at least in half and many have smaller wheels, they do offer a surprisingly solid ride quality.

Is a folding bike good for long distances?

Foldable bikes are more portable than full-sized bikes. Furthermore, they can be just as good for full-sized bikes for long-distance rides, if you choose the right one.