Hi Bike人日常. . . Thank you for the video. Now I understand why bicycle mechanic will tell us why V Brake frame is not able to convert to Disc Brake vice versa. I have 2 qns which I hope you can help with. 1) Based on your own experience, how long do you think a folding bicycle can last? 2) Can you recommend bicycle handphone holder and bottle holder?
1. In terms of frame durability, for Bromptons, they can last 2 to 3 decades at least, even a lifetime if taken care of properly. So they're not expensive at all for how long they can last. For some mid range Dahons, 4 years and more under heavy use. TrinX, Fnhon, Mint, Rifle, etc... Depends on how you use and your luck...Some brands I don't recommend for prolonged usage such as Solar, Galaxy...Birdy are quite sturdy too thanks to the full suspension. 2. Haha I'm a minimalist and I never use phone mount and bottle holder. The only bottle holder you saw on the TrinX z5 frame is from a friend. It should be the high end model from Decathlon. The water bottle too from Decathlon. They seem to be of very high quality. Zefal is also a famous French brand, but they don't come cheap. The Decathlon bottle and holder work great and it's easy to drink without leakage. Maybe when budget allows, I will get some affordable yet quality phone mounts to test and review.
Almost forgot TERN. If you don't mind spending a bit more like 6000+ HKD, and you want a practical foldie that lasts at least 1-2 decades, mid range Tern models are the way to go. Link d8 is good. Don't get the 7 speed. And they look good. The verge d9 even better looking with amazing curves and moulding. And they ride great, just like a normal non-folding bike .
