Dahon Speed Uno Review

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Review of Dahon Speed Uno powered by the Slant community.

This bike has a minimalist design with no extra gear, so it’s lightweight and easy to transport around. The innovative design allows it to be quickly folded as well as creates a tripod stand which helps it to stand free anywhere, useful for those want to take their bikes on public transportation.

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Pros

Pro
Extremely simple to maintain and use

This bike is as simple as it gets. There are no V-brakes, no levers, cables or a gear cassette fitted on this bike. Instead, it’s a single speed bike with a coaster braking mechanism. Less cables and gear means less maintenance, easier folding and a cleaner look.

Pro
Easy to fold and unfold

Thanks to its magnetic latch folding mechanism, folding and unfolding the bike takes little effort. Once folded, it has an extra “leg” that allows it to stand vertically without falling over. The DoubleLock feature makes sure each latch has a secondary lock for maximum safety, which also serves as a reminder to make sure the latch is properly secured before riding.

Cons

Con
Pedals can get damaged easily

Users need to pay attention when folding the bike to make sure that the pedals are properly folded as they are made from plastic and can be damaged easily.

Con
Not very customizable

The handlebars can’t be adjusted, so your only option to fit the bike to your body is to change the seat height.

Con
Not really suitable for steep or uneven surfaces

Since the bike has only one speed and uses relatively small tires, it’s best used on flat pavements. While you can go slightly uphill, you will have a hard time going up steeper hills. If the road has loose gravel or even sand, it will also be difficult to ride on it.

Con
It may take a while to get used to the brakes

For first time users, the brakes will require some time getting used to because you need to push the pedals counter clockwise in order for the bike to stop. This can feel odd at first and you need to learn how much pressure you need to apply to avoid losing control of the bike. But once mastered, these brakes can even be preferable over v-brakes because of their simplicity and because they require less maintenance.