Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #494114 in Sports & Outdoors
- Size: 18"
- Color: Shadow
- Brand: Dahon
- Model: DA672
- Dimensions: 15.00" h x
29.00" w x
38.00" l,
27.00 pounds
Features
- Lightweight 7005 aluminum frame with forged lattice hinge
- Simple 7-speed gear shift
- Integrated straight-blade fork
- Microadjust seat post and WTB Speed V saddle
- Rack and mudguards
Dahon Jack 26-Inch Folding Mountain Bike
Product Description
Why Jack? Well Jack Ass, Black Jack, and Jack Daniels were just a few of the (printable) names that were thrown on the table as we tried to find a name suitable for this burly beast of a bike that we'd created. So we chose Jack and we think it fits just fine. The Jack isn't designed for all-out speed - that's for racer boys in spandex - it's designed to go at any pace you choose and to roll over anything in its path. We designed the Jack around a beefy 7005 aluminum frame and phat Schwalbe Big Apple tires. The custom SRAM drivetrain has only seven speeds to keep things simple, but enough gears for most anything you're likely to encounter in the city. What kind of bike is this? We don't know. Jack.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
72 of 73 people found the following review helpful.
A beast of a bike... just what I was looking for
By N. James
I use this bike to get around New York City. It's the first bike I've bought for myself brand new, and it's exactly what I was looking for. First off, it's very sturdy. The city is hard on bikes, but this thing can take it. I've flipped the thing (my fault, not the bike's), had it land in front of me, and it took barely a ding. Stayed unfolded. The fat tires are great for potholes, and the kevlar belting gives you a little piece of mind as you fly through a minefield of glass shards.The folding feature was the main reason I bought the Jack, and it was mainly to avoid theft. First and foremost, I can keep it in my apartment. That's a huge plus. Second, the tires are right next to each other when the bike is folded, which allows you to throw a chain or cable through both tires, around the frame and even under the seat if you prefer a quick release (the bike comes with QR levers on both tires and the seatpost). I can get a kryptonite chain around the frame and through both tires when locking to a street sign. A word of warning: if you think you're getting a bike that will fold up small enough to take with you into the grocery store, get a bike with 20" wheels. The Jack is full size, so it's still a big bike when it's folded, and it's almost 30 lbs. If you're worried about the bike unfolding while you're on it, don't be. It doesn't happen.The only thing I'm not crazy about on the bike are the handlebars - they're a little wider than I'd like, and I'd prefer bullhorn bars to the MTB/cruiser style, but that's a personal preference, and the standard oversize clamp leaves you room to customize.I've formed a very strong connection with this bike. It's definitely not right for everyone, but if it's for you, I think you'd know from looking at it. If you think it's right for you, I say go for it. It's been good to me.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful.
No-frills perfection
By J. Wimmer
N. James's review is right on. This is a solid bike. I am a simple man, and I always hated looking at bicycles with my more knowledgeable friends, because they tend to go on at length about getting the best tires, the best handlebars, the best frame, etc. I just wanted to find something sturdy that rode comfortably, that I could fold up (a necessity for most of us in NYC), and that looked cool.This is it. If you're a hardcore cyclist, this bike probably isn't for you -- but then, you probably know exactly what you need. If you're like me, just someone who wants a functional, dependable bike without a bunch of extras, do yourself a favor and take a look at one of these. (And don't be put off by the folding aspect! I'm pretty much technically brainless, and I was deeply doubtful about whether *I* could fold this bike in the "super-fast" five seconds mentioned in the product description. But it really is that easy. A monkey could do it without a hitch. Heck, my cat could do it, if she were taller and had thumbs.)
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful.Urban Excellence
By B. P. Murphy
Pros : Excellent build quality. Pretty light 26lbs ( for a foldable ). Fantastic ride.Cons : In high demand. I had to wait over a month for mine. Lowest gear could be easier. I live in San Francisco so very steep hills are a little bit harder than they should be but it's not bad and should not dissuade you from buying this bike.
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