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The Downtube 2008 8FS ( 8 speed full suspension) folding bicycle is here. Almost the same as the 9FS. Major differences are an 8sp drivetrain ( not 9sp ), steel stem ( 9FS uses aluminum ) & non adjustable fork ( 9FS is adjustable ).
Upgrades for the 2008 model include:
- Lightweight and easy to fold alloy pedals.
- Low rise bars
- Upgraded crank and Bottom Bracket
- Alloy and stainless frame and stem quickreleases
- Machined sidewall rims
The above are in addition to the 2007 FS features:
- lowest price 8 speed folder in the world!
- Adjustable angle removable faceplate stem
- 24H/28H spoked front/rear wheels for lightweight
- 1.5" front tire (lighter than 2006 1.75")
- Replaceable 48T chainring
- Stainless Steel spokes
We believe that our product is
superior, and to insure your satisfaction we offer:
- 30 day satisfaction guarantee.
- FREE consultation for customers requiring assistance in getting bike into
optimum condition (brake, d�railleur adjustment, etc.). Please view http://www.sheldonbrown.com/derailer-adjustment.html and http://www.sheldonbrown.com/canti-direct.html
Always in stock and ready to ship!
Many ask why our bikes are so cost effective. The answer is simple, we design, import, distribute, and retail our own bikes. This efficiency saves our customers 50-70% over comparable quality bikes.
The Downtube FS was designed with safety and ease of
use in mind. Features added for your comfort and convenience include:
- Sub 10 second folding time.
- Mini barends. (With many folding bikes it is difficult to steer with a long
stem, barends solve this problem, but make the bike difficult to fold .
not with our mini barends - easy to turn and easy to fold!)
- Folding left and right pedals for compactness.
- Plastic chainring cover to make keep chain from getting dirt and grime in
your car or storage area. Also keeps the chain from falling off.
- Ding-a-ling bell to alert pedestrians and cars (packed in the bag)
- Extra wide handlebars to allow the rider to stretch out and feel comfortable.
- Super duper soft comfortable grips.
- Adjustable height stem allows bike to be used by kids and adults.
- Front and rear Quick Release skewers to quickly remove either wheel.
- Velo "love channel" saddle.
- Water bottle braze-ons (only bike in its class with this feature)
High quality components and design was a premium goal with
this bike. Some of the quality parts include:
- Aluminum frame with aluminum swingarm (FS Model)
- Front suspension fork by Zoom
- 8sp Sun Race
- 48T front chainring.
- 11-12-14-16-18-21-24-28 SunRace cassette. A cassette is a huge upgrade from our competitors 7sp freewheel bikes. Freewheels are a "cheaper" type of cassette. Cassettes shift MUCH better than Freewheels
- Oversized 1 1/8" headset, for increased durability and performance.
- Quality V-brakes.
- Double wall 24/28H front/rear 20" alloy rims.
- Quality front and rear Kenda 20" tires.
Read About Downtube's History
All buyers should get their bike checked by a professional after receipt just
to be safe. Normally the brakes may be a bit off center, which is easy to fix,
the shifting will almost always be out, however turning the rear barrel adjuster
counter clockwise at most 2 times will fix the shifting issues, and the crank
bolts should be tightened. We will give free consulting via email and Instant
messenger (AIM DowntubeY) and phone 215-245-4032 to make sure all bikes are
set up perfectly for our customers. Ideally one wants a 35 degree knee bend
at the bottom of the pedal stroke. Arms should be loose and relaxed, and the
saddle angle should be level or slightly downward sloping......whatever is most
comfortable for the rider.
Detailed specs:
Folded size: approx 30 x 60 x 81 cm (12" x 23.6" x 33") rear swingarm is removable for super compact folding (used on airplanes and boats)
Weight: 27.5 lbs.
Folding time: 10 sec
Rider Height: 4'9"-6'4"
Rider Weight 245lb max
Frame: Xtra light Aluminum frame and swing arm with water bottle cage braze-ons
and balance bar with 850lb coil spring shock
Fork: Zoom fork with disc tabs for disc brakes
Saddle: Velo "love channel" saddle
Seat post: Kalin 500mm Aluminum seat post
Brakes: Aluminum V brakes with strong springs
Brake Levers: Aluminum Brake levers
Front wheel: Quando 24H QR hub w/Orlox V rim
Rear Wheel: Quando 28H QR cassette hub w/Orlox V rim
Tires: Kenda 20x1.5" front and 20x1.75" rear
Shifters: Sun Race 8sp
Cassette: Sun Race 8sp 11-28
Derailleur: Sun Race M50 8sp
Cranks: Prowheel aluminum 170mm 48T with chain guard
Chain: KMC
Pedals: Folding right and left
HI, AK, and Canada ship is $80
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