Folding Bicycle Blog

I have had offers since my post about my future. I understand that I will be unable to "cash in" and sell Downtube....this would not honor the time/energy/goals of the past two+ decades. Therefore the … read more

I have ran the Downtube as a bicycle resource center since 1996. After receiving my PhD I restarted sales on the site. In 2003 I started selling our own branded folding bikes...the Downtube VI was our … read more

Watch and smile! Baby's first day on a 14" wheel bike.Baby's 3rd day on a 14" wheel bike … read more

The new 2021 Nova models have wider 1.5" tires for comfort. Upgraded cold forged cranks ( with chain guard ) and ISIS style bottom brackets. They also have a mid-cage rear derailleur. This allows more … read more

Our Indonesian distributor has our new folders and our new Carbon road models. Take a peek... … read more