John Aebi-Magee
May 30, 2007

The May 22 edition of Wired Magazine reviewed 4 different folding bikes from 4 different manufacturers. Only one sounded worth repeating, which is the Dahon, reprinted below. If you would like to read about the loosers (heavier and difficult to fold), see the full story at Wired Magazine Tests. ~ John

Folding Bicycles - Commute Kings
These collapsible rides have more heft than a Razor scooter — and are worth all the attention you'll get when you lug one onto the bus. We endured weeks of unsolicited remarks from strangers to see which models really help commuters get around with speed, if not with style.— Steven Leckart, Wired Magazine

Dahon Mu SL
The nine-speed Mu SL is no substitute for a high-end road bike, but its slight weight (19 pounds) and fast folding time (15 seconds) make it ideal for the urban commuter. Thankfully, the streamlined Mu SL also boasts enough name-brand components that it won't look like you're training for the Tour de N00b. Wired Pedals remove easily, so you can swiftly swap in ones with toe clips. The thick aluminum frame and the 20-inch wheels with Rolf Paired spokes give it the appearance of a high tech BMX ride.Tired Toe clips not included. Stiff foam grips. No shocks, so you'll feel every bump (and the optional third-party Thudbuster suspension seat post costs $150).$1,000, www.dahon.com [Wired Magazine]