Hi I need a cheap folder for an occasional commute to my boat. trip will be 5 miles home to the station, train and 3 miles at the other end, store on a small boat. I will also probably need to carry an oversized rucksack. Repeat commute in reverse. Also possibility of 8 or 9 mile trip from alternative marina back to home port where a car will have been left.
I love Brompton's and was a member of the Brompton Hire scheme for a 6 mile commute from the station to clients office and back however they are very expensive for what I now need.
I have been looking on ebay for a cheap folder upto £300. Most look a bit rubbish but the Mezzo D9 has caught my eye as a bit different (and I am a Whyte fan boy). There are currently 5 relatively local to me so I would hope I could get one for £300 or less.
Are they any good? Any real life experiences? Should I consider anything else for my budget?
Thanks