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How does the Montague compare to other bicycles that fold?The other bicycles on the market that fold generally have small kid-sized wheels and require substantial disassembly to fold the bike. Many of these designs also cut the frame tubes, which forces the tubes to lose their torsional rigidity. The small circus-sized wheels on most folding bikes are not designed for off-road riding. The Montague design is the only one that succ...
In terms of performance, how does a Montague bicycle compare to non-folding bicycles?The performance of Montague bicycles is comparable to that of well-known, high-performance, non-folding bicycles that are in the same price range. F.I.T.™ stands for Folding Integrated Technology and is unique to Montague in the folding bicycle industry. Here's how it works: Via our patented F.I.T.™ system, the bicycle frame utilizes the seat tube as the pivot ...
In terms of performance, how does a Montague bicycle compare to non-folding bicycles?The performance of Montague bicycles is comparable to that of well-known, high-performance, non-folding bicycles that are in the same price range.
Why should I choose Montague bicycles over the competitors bikes?While our competitors carry decent bicycles, our bikes are full-size and high performing. Montague bikes were designed to sustain various terrains without compromising on performance or comfort. Many folding bikes have circus-sized wheels, meaning that when they go over any kind of terrain that is not perfectly smooth, the rider will certainly feel it. Montague bikes are t...
How do your bikes fold?Montague bicycles are designed to fold and unfold without the use of tools. Simply remove the front wheel and unlock the frame quick release. This can be done in a matter of seconds, allowing the bike to be stored with ease in your car, boat, plane, closet, office - or anywhere else you stash your gear.
Can a Montague bicycle be checked on commercial flights? How?Yes, all Montague bicycles can be taken on commercial flights. We sell the Airliner I case which allows all of our Montague single bicycles to be checked as airline luggage. With heightened airport security in place, please contact your airline in advance as they each have different rules and regulations for checking luggage.
How do Dahon bicycles compare in weight to standard bicycles and other folding bicycles?Very favorably. One of our primary design goals over the last 20 years has been to reduce the weight of our bicycles. After all, what use is a bike that you can fold but is too heavy carry? Our lightest model weighs only 17 lbs. (7.9 kg.) and our best selling bikes weigh about 26 lbs. - 27 lbs. (11 kg. - 12 kg.). To reduce the weight of our bicycles we use a variety of pro...
Do Montague bicycles follow the same sizing parameters as non-folding bikes?Yes. Montague bicycles follow the same standard sizing as full-size, non-folding bikes. Montague utilizes a center-to-top measurement system, measuring from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat tube.
Can a Montague bicycle be checked on commercial airline flights? How?Yes, all Montague bicycles can be taken on commercial flights. The Airliner I case allows all of our bicycles to be checked as airline luggage. As each airline has different regulations we recommend that you contact your airline to confirm requirements and restrictions for checked luggage.
Is the frame strength or rigidity compromised by the folding feature?No. The Montague bike frame is stronger than other folding bikes and as strong as most non-folding bikes. How? The folding element of these bikes compromises nothing, as no tubes are altered to allow the bikes to fold. Montague bikes pivot at the seat post allowing them to fold, whereas other folding bikes pivot in the middle of the top tube, which severs and weakens the f...
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A Bike Store : Quality Montague Folding Bike FAQ