Folding Bikes Are Rad

Firstly, they are their own little puzzle. At first glance they look impossible as you pull a twisted glob of metal and pedal out of a 2'x2' canvas bag. I mean, the engineering that went into planning how this thing (that will transport a grown man) could collapse into such a space is really impressive! And then all the pins and twist screws and hinges and bendy things (seriously, all four of them) are enough to make you scratch your head. 

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Secondly, their low profile and tiny tires are super cool. On my first spin I envisioned myself racing down St Pete Beach alongside the Saturday morning middle-aged men's road team, the vision quickly disappeared though as I made my first left turn. The itty, bitty 20" tires require a bit of concentration when making the maneuver.

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Lastly, never leave for an extended cruise without one. They are worth their weight in rum! And one can always get you to the corner store in case you run out.