Cycling and Public Transport in West Yorkshire

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Folding Bicycles

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EASIER USE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT WITH FOLDING CYCLES
Folding bicycles are well worth looking at for cyclists who use public transport as part of their commute:

No special restrictions on folding bikes on Metro Train services mean you can put the cycle on any train, regardless of the number of any other 'normal' cycles on board. Also you won't have to worry about peak hour restrictions which some companies impose on non-folders.

They can be easier to move around stations with stairs but no lifts or ramps,especially if you have no large panniers or unwieldy luggage.

There are no restrictions on taking a bagged folded bike on a bus, although there are one or two bus services with vehicles equipped to carry ordinary cycles - see Cycles and Buses

Not all folding bicycles are equally suitable for commuter use - the easiest ones to use for this purpose are very compact and can be folded in a short time.

Sample Folders
Here is a very small range of the folding cycles available to suit a broad range of pockets and users:

Airnimal
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3 basic models, from the quick-fold but high performance Joey featured here through the multi-option Chameleon to the off-road Rhino. Bespoke models available. Combine quality and speed with folding ability.

Three quick release levers and 30 seconds see the Joey ready for transporting by car or train. The front wheel removes to let the back half of the frame swing under the front whilst the seatpost and handlebars are pushed down and removed respectively.

Will also pack into its own softcase or a
touch suitcase (available from Airnimal and
suitable for long-haul travel).
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Brompton
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quick folding, compact, mid range folder ideal for commuting

Dahon
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A huge range of folders to suit all tastes and pockets.

The Dahon Speed D7 is a budget model with quality fittings. Easily folded in 15-20 seconds. Undo a quick-release to drop the stem down by the front wheel. Then push the seatpost down throught the frame until it touches the floor. Finally fold the bike in two by unscrewing the main hinge on the frame and flipping up the right-hand pedal.

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Folding Bicycles click for Electric Cycles Info EASIER USE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT WITH FOLDING CYCLES Folding bicycles are well worth looking at for cyclists who use public transport as part of their commute: No special restrictions on folding bikes on Metro Train services mean you can put the cycle on any train, regardless of the number of any other 'normal' cycles on board. Also you won't have to worry about peak hour restrictions which some companies impose on non-folders. They can be easier to move around stations with stairs but no lifts or ramps,especially if you have no large panniers or unwieldy luggage. There are no restrictions on taking a bagged folded bike on a bus, although there are one or two bus services with vehicles equipped to carry ordinary cycles - see Cycles and Buses Not all folding bicycles are equally suitable for commuter use - the easiest ones to use for this purpose are very compact and can be folded in a short time.
Sample Folders Here is a very small range of the folding cycles available to suit a broad range of pockets and users:
Airnimal Click for Airnimal Website 3 basic models, from the quick-fold but high performance Joey featured here through the multi-option Chameleon to the off-road Rhino. Bespoke models available. Combine quality and speed with folding ability. Three quick release levers and 30 seconds see the Joey ready for transporting by car or train. The front wheel removes to let the back half of the frame swing under the front whilst the seatpost and handlebars are pushed down and removed respectively. Will also pack into its own softcase or a touch suitcase (available from Airnimal and suitable for long-haul travel). SEE AIRPORT CONNECTIONS	Brompton Click for Brompton Website quick folding, compact, mid range folder ideal for commuting	Dahon click for Dahon website A huge range of folders to suit all tastes and pockets. The Dahon Speed D7 is a budget model with quality fittings. Easily folded in 15-20 seconds. Undo a quick-release to drop the stem down by the front wheel. Then push the seatpost down throught the frame until it touches the floor. Finally fold the bike in two by unscrewing the main hinge on the frame and flipping up the right-hand pedal.
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