SwissBike's Origami two-wheeler

Juniper Foo | May 20, 2008

Most foldable bicycles tend to be small to reduce their footprint and aren't terribly comfortable to ride on. They get you from point A-Z, period. So the SwissBike caught our attention for being able to fold up like a pretzel, yet remain uncompromising on performance and size. The only niggle is you have to remove one wheel. Fortunately, the SwissBike XO, a full-size mountain bike with 26-inch wheels, can collapse into a 36 x 28 x 12-inch bundle within a snap 30 seconds without any tools, thanks to a quick release system. And being Swiss in pedigree, there's no question about whether this contraption (built of aircraft-grade aluminum tubing) is going to part company with you halfway down that mountain track. The only thing you have to part with is a mere US$2,250.

Via Gizmag

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ferdiei

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ferdiei says...
there are better alternatives to this (mostly from Taiwan) such as the Strida which sells cheaper

May 20, 2008 21:54

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see323 says...
Strida is a different group of folding bikes. It is meant for short commuting. It is not meant for serious biking such as mountain biking etc. A folding bike that is tough enough for mountain biking, it has to be the swissbike. Price is the ultimate decisive factor. You get what you pay. I personally like the concept of swissbike and will enjoy my ride. A well made mountain bike with a solid built on the folding structure.

Jul 08, 2008 20:45

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