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Product Reviews: 2008-2007
Velovision March 2008
Hammerhead Review
"Even though it doesn't fold, the HH7 is compact enough to be transportable without recourse to spanners."
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The Folding Society, UK
March 2008
Vitesse D7HG Review
"While it looks a little offbeat, the Dahon Vitesse may be the world’s ultimate short-commute/city-commute bicycle."
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msnbc.com
May 2008
Cadenza 8 Review
"Overall, I very much liked the Cadenza. Given the component package quality, the Alfine hub and the very versatile frame, the price at £579 seems more than reasonable, if not a bargain... So all in all, I’d say Dahon are onto another winner."
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Velovision, UK
March 2008
Ciao P8 Review
"All in all the Ciao is a beautiful machine."
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The Folding Society, UK
March 2008
Mu P8 Review
"The Dahon combines excellent handling with speed to produce a superb all-round bike that's easy on the eye."
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London Sport Magazine, UK
January 2008
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Curve SL Wins Bike of the Year
"At the top of our list for commuters who mix cycling with public transport, the Curve SL is tough, reasonably light to carry and easy to fold."
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Cycling Plus, UK
January 2008
Cadenza Chosen as Runner Up for Bike of the Year
"A folding MTB-style commuter sounds daft but this bike separates in the middle to make it ideal for riders with storage space problems."
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Cycling Plus, UK
January 2008
Speed TR Review
"In motion, the bikes were a revelation. The smaller wheel size meant that not only did the bikes feel nimble when fully loaded, but stable as well."
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Momentum Magazine, Canada
January 2008
Freedom Riders: Dahon Mu XL
"The Mu XL is a top of the line city bike and has just about everything you would want on an urban commuter, including plush suspension, lighting, luggage capacity, and style to spare."
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Lift Magazine
January 2008
Tournado Review
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Cycle Traveller, UK
January 2008
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Limited Edition Dahon Mu XXV Folding Bike Has Slick Ride, Sick Price
"The ultra-light Puro M7 magnesium frame made it effortless to carry (especially compared to the dorky aluminum clunkers we’ve tested)."
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www.wired.com
December 2007
Mu SL Review
"At only 8.7 kilos (19.4 lbs), the bike stakes claim to the title of the world’s lightest production folding bike and actually looks like a bicycle that you don’t have to be dressed as a circus clown to ride."
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Trend Hunter, USA
December 2007
Ciao P8 Review
"The Dahon CIAO P8 Folding Bike is perfect for anybody looking for a sophisticated bike for getting around town and boasts Patented DFS technology for a fast and easy 15 second fold."
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www.besportier.com, USA
December 2007
Mu SL Review
"…it folds up quickly, in around 15 seconds, making it even more attractive to those who commute on two wheels instead of four."
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www.uncrate.com, USA
December 2007
Smooth Hound Review
"The bike is a healthy mix between dorky-looking fold up bikes and Italian road bikes. The result is easy on the eyes and does it part for global warming, less crowded city streets and just maybe some exercise."
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www.gadgetell.com, USA
December 2007
Choice Magazine Australia
Mu XL Review
"…the MuXL is a lovely machine. It blends commuting practicality (hub gears, lights, rack and mudguards) with features that will please speed merchants, namely the Schwalbe Marathon racer tyres on the Kinetix Comp wheels."
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Cycling Plus, UK
December 2007
Boardwalk D7 Review
"The experts rated the Dahon highest overall: its construction and quality were considered reasonably good, and they were very impressed by its handling and bike-like ride."
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Choice Magazine, Australia
December 2007
Mu XL Review
"Dahon's Mu XL offers a speed, practical ride and folds very small...In short, it's one of the most important bikes there is."
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Bicycling, USA
November 2007
Speed TR (06 model) Review
"The Dahon Speed TR is an excellent touring bicycle for light, overseas or local touring."
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Blog from Eric Mathurin
November 2007
Vitesse D5 Review
"On the whole I am very pleased so far with my purchase and would highly recommend this bike."
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The Folding Society
August 2007
Curve SL Review
"The ride quality, low rolling resistance and excellent brakes deserve particular mention. The new quick release front luggage system is a major step forward for Dahon in terms of convenience, … If you are looking for a compact folder though, make sure that the Curve is on your list of machines to consider."
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The Folding Society, UK
July 2007
Speed P8 Review
"The Dahon lived up to its speedy name,… Folding is simple and quick and, once compressed, you'll barely know it's in your apartment; it easily fits behind a door or in a similar nook or cranny."
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NY Daily News, USA
July 2007
Mu SL Review
"…its slight weight (19 pounds) and fast folding time (15 seconds) make it ideal for the urban commuter. "
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Wired Magazine, USA
June 2007
Speed D7 Review
"…The price is reasonable, the bike is a delight to ride, and it makes a good commuter or pocket tourer… There's little to go wrong, and it's also a good looking folder."
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The Folding Society, UK
June 2007
Ciao Review
"Simply The Best"
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Good Housekeeping, UK
June 2007
Curve SL Review
"The Curve itself doesn't really have any natural competitors at this price and represents great value for money."
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Today's Pilot, UK
May 2007
Cadenza Review
"…it rides well, so the Cadenza is particularly suited to long commutes, thanks to its extended frame and 16 gears."
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Auto Express, UK
May 2007
Curve SL Awarded Recommended Buy
"..a pretty compact, very light and easy to handle package that’s great for train hopping...the spec is execellent from the comfy Biologic saddle that uses the novel and megaconvenient SDG ’monorail’ adjustment system, through to the V-brakes and removable MKS alloy pedals."
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Cycling Plus, UK
April 2007
Speed D7 Selected as One of the 50 Best Bicycles and Accessories
"The Dahon Speed D7 is nice'n light and a great-value folding bike. You get a lot for what you spend. "
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The Independent, UK
March 2007
Mu SL Review
"This is an 8-speed bike with handy adjustable handlebar height, and the front wheel has suspension to offer a smoother ride. With the Mu, Dahon has really cracked the problem of making a folder that’s actually fun to ride."
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theguardian, UK
March 2007
     
Mu SL Review
"…this streamlined ride is ideal for the urban commuter. Hopping on public transit in a flash shouldn't mean sacrificing quality…"
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Wired Blog Network, Gadget Lab
February 2007
Jack Review
"..it is pretty impressive, and solid."
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The Folding Society
January 2007