Folding bicycles Shulz: lineup and subtleties of choice

The first bicycles appeared at the end of the 19th century, but despite the constant renewal of the means of transportation around the city, the popularity of cycling does not decrease. This is due to the compactness of this type of transport, its comfort and relatively reasonable cost. Today, thanks to the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, the demand for bicycles has grown exponentially. After all, riding them is also a workout that helps to work out various muscle groups.

Distinguish road, city, children, mountain and other types... Among urban models, Shulz folding bicycles are especially popular, which, thanks to the features of the frame, are very compact. They will be discussed in the article.

Russian consumer demand for folding city bikes has begun to grow over the past few years, although this type of city bike has long been particularly popular in Europe. The domestic market of folding city bikes is represented by the products of the Shulz company, which began its activity with the rental of city bikes in large cities.

The main office of the firm is located in St. Petersburg, although products are manufactured in China and Taiwan.

The company was founded in 2008. Based on the practice of bicycle rental, Russian engineers have developed the ideal design of a bicycle intended for movement around the city. In 2009, the company brings to the market the first novelty of the GOA-3 folding bike, which is rapidly gaining popularity among the residents of St. Petersburg. This prompted the brand to continue to actively work in the same direction, without ceasing to expand production and improve its technology.

The Shulz city folding bike is designed for comfortable movement on city roads, as well as for walking along the embankment and park areas. The design of this type of cycling is not suitable for long-distance travel. The efficiency of riding such bicycles is confirmed by a huge number of workers, students and schoolchildren, who easily reached their destination without delays or delays. Due to its compactness the bike can be folded without any problems and placed at the workplace.

All Shulz bikes are designed with the presence of a trunk, which allows you to transport people, animals, things, food and much more.

Despite the fact that this type of cycling not suitable for long distances, they often like to take it with them on trips, since thanks to the compact folding ability it is convenient to transport it in a car or even take it with you on a train or plane.

The wide demand for Shulz folding bikes is due to a number of advantages that the products of this manufacturer have:

• low weight of bicycles, which in some products is no more than 10 kg;
• the folding design of bike bikes allows you to take up half the space, so the transportation of such a model is much more convenient than usual;
• a special shape of the saddle is designed for the comfort of a person's sitting while driving along city streets;
• reliability of the structure, provided thanks to the aluminum alloy from which the basis of Shulz bicycles is made;
• safety - due to the fact that all Shulz models have a small number of speeds, the risk of getting into an accident is reduced;
• the lowered frame makes getting on the bike much more comfortable;
• the ability to switch the speed mode - almost all bikes from Shulz include planetary hubs.

Another significant advantage of purchasing bicycles of the domestic brand Shulz is the ability to easily find the necessary spare parts and purchase them in a specialized store or order via the Internet. And also in many large cities of Russia, if a bike breaks down, it is possible to contact the Shulz service center, which provides the following product repair services: setting the brakes, cleaning the cables, adjusting the transmission and others.

After reviewing the assortment of Shulz cycling vehicles, we identified the models that are in the greatest demand among cyclists. Below is a brief description of each of them.

• Shulz Krabi Coaster. The largest model of all Shulz products. Features a Shimano Nexus 3-speed planetary hub, sturdy aluminum frame, wide seat and 24-inch wheels, and rear foot and front rim brakes. Such a product is ideal for both urban travel and for walks outside the city. The low weight of the bike - 13.7 kg - makes it easy to transport. The set includes: cover, reflectors, bell, reflectors, fenders and trunk.

• Shulz Hopper XL. The oversized Shulz Hopper foldable model has a high seat, 7 speeds, a longer frame, 18-inch wheels and disc brakes. The package includes fenders and a trunk. This model is perfect for tall people.The bike is available in several colors - black, yellow, red, orange, blue and others.

• Shulz Easy. This model is equipped with a 7-speed transmission, foldable compact structure, wide wheels with 20 "diameter. Such a bicycle will be an excellent means of transportation not only along the city streets, but also along country roads. Lightweight at 13.2kg and foldable design make it easy to transport. The product comes with a parking stand, trunk, fenders, as well as a bell and reflectors.

• Shulz Krabi Multi. One of the new products of this manufacturer's folding bike, which has already won a certain category of consumers. Has a stylish color design - starry night. Equipped with 7-speed transmission, wide seat, 24-inch wheels. Thanks to its sturdy aluminum alloy construction, compactness and relatively low weight (14.5 kg), this bike is perfect for city walks in parks and for longer trips (for example, out of town). The complete set of the product consists of the bike itself, a cover, reflectors, reflectors, fenders, a trunk and a bell.

Before you start buying a folding bike, you need to decide on the purpose for which you are purchasing it. If you intend to conquer the "brick jungle", then it is better to choose models with small diameter wheels (up to 20 inches), they are much easier to maneuver among passers-by. If cycling is not limited to city roads, then it is better to choose products with more powerful wheels (24-28 inches). On such bikes it is convenient to overcome country roads with all their irregularities and shallow holes.

The next selection criterion is the bike folding mechanism. The most budgetary options simply fold in half, but more advanced products also involve folding the steering wheel, pedals and seat. The frame design itself is identical for all models. Almost all folding bicycles have a low stance, in some models the frame is lengthened. The material from which the frame is made can be different - aluminum, steel, carbon. The most common is aluminum, it is not as light as carbon, but it has an acceptable cost.

A review of numerous customer reviews of folding bicycles from Shulz suggests that the primary goal of buying many of them is to avoid the traffic jams that life in large cities does not do without. In this case, the purchase of an unpretentious bicycle bike Shulz Hopper with foldable design and low weight - a real find.

And for people who were looking for a way to travel on rural roads, the model became a pleasant discovery. Shulz krabi with built-in brakes V-brake. Buyers note the comfort of the padded saddle and large wheels (24 inches), which help to tackle rough terrain with ease.

A test drive of the Shulz folding bike awaits you next.