EZ folding bike (Universal E-Z Folding Single Speed Bike)

Member Name: fpsninja

Product:	Universal E-Z Folding Single Speed Bike
Date:	15/05/09 (213 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Cheap

Disadvantages: Not great parts

The E-Z (pronouced easy) fold bike is a very basic, entry level bike, but that said, it is the cheapest folding bike that you can realistically get in the united kingdom (the only bike that i am aware of that is cheaper is from Germany, and costs 55 euros, however, you cannot buy it in the UK, and is sold only from a small website written in german!)
This bike has 16 inch wheels, which although are small, meaning ride speed and stability is comprimised, means that the bike can fold down to a really small size of roughly 65cm, by 60cm, by 30cm.
It weighs around 10-15kg (depending if you put on a rear carry rack, and what type of features you have on it). It also has folding pedals, meaning that when you are just pushing by your side, the pedals do not catch on your legs.
Another great thing about this bike, is that when folded, you can "roll" it, as there is a handle which you can see just below the seatpost, which can be used when in folded shape.
So what are the disadvantages?
Well, for £100, its not going to be a brompton, so the ride is a little rough, and a little slow. I have heard rumours that this bike has a tendency to brake in the frame at the base, however i do not know how reliable this source is. Furthermore, the parts such as the brakes and bearings are not premium quality.
Overall however, if you are not sure whether a folder is right for you, or like me money is a little hard to come by as you are a student, then this makes a great bike. Whats more, is that in the long run it could make you money through less petrol costs, no bus fairs, noone stealing you non-folding bike, and so on!

Summary: Great for a first time, or for students