Cheap Folding Bike - Why buy secondhand?

Why buy a second hand folding bike?
There is plenty of reasons to buy a secondhand folding bike, and in this video I share my top tips!
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You don't have to spend hundreds to get a folding bike that you can use for an international cycle tour. Second hand folding bikes can be excellent value if you are prepared to do any repairs yourself! Small repairs and replacing any worn out parts can be done with simple tools and these light weight bikes can be stored easily in a cupboard or under a bed.
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[@SteffiReitsch]

Well said, Andy! Some of these geeky Lycra shorts characters with their low- dropped handlebars, toe clips, racing shoes and stuff keep touting their high tech, ultra- pricey boutique bikes and suggest esoteric high- quid parts. They don't get it. We're hobocyclists , we aren't into that stuff. We're in it for the adventure and enjoy doing it on a shoe string budget, making use of easily available parts off the shelf, parts scavenged from other bikes, adjusting and fixing the bikes ourselves. We ride our bikes hard in our travels, not afraid of a few dings, scratches or rain. Expensive trophy bikes hauled around on the rear of a car don't get it for what we hobocyclists do. Just saying.

[@hobocyclist]

You got it! We ride, experience, enjoy and share the knowledge. I hope that people may learn and get value here from the tips and tricks and enjoy a better quality of life. Riding makes me feel good, and it should be accessible to more people!

[@Jarrod_D]

Great comment 🤤👍

[@SteffiReitsch]

@@Jarrod_D Thanks. We hobocyclists have got to stick together. I hope one day we can have an international meetup somewhere with Andy, the king, have ride together and then a PARTY! Andy, the leader of the pack! I ain't jokin'!

[@paulallder7889]

Hi I am a road cyclist who does wear Lycra and have the shoes and pedals and I have an mtb but I always buy second hand bikes as you mentioned in this video it's cheaper and I don't buy high end I am thinking about getting my third bike being a folding bike and chill wearing trainers and normal clothes for commuting and going to the shop I'm not all about speed anymore. I really love your channel as you are real and relatable and not just showing all the top upgrades. Keep up the good work.

[@pgpagaia]

For real. This is the only channel where I see some realism. $50 for a rack? No thank you. Keep it ghetto.

[@218colin1]

Hi Andy I don’t want high end gear. I watch for the cheap cycling adventures. Keep up the great videos.

[@hobocyclist]

Good on you! Lets keep riding and living free!

[@olivieralbert6762]

Amen to that, i take proud in cycling something that someone for some reason throw away , something you buy new never fullfill your expectation , something you find always exceed (sorry for bad english).

[@hobocyclist]

Exactly!

[@Didier33380]

Il n'y a plus de mauvais anglais depuis que KZbin permet de traduire la messagerie... Là j'écris en bon français et même un chinois peut le traduire! Je trouve cette chaine très sympathique. Moi je préfère aussi les vrais vélo, simples et facilement réparables.

[@FrankLadd]

I've only seen one second hand folding bike under $100 and I did buy that one. My next folded was and ebike to help rehab my knee at $799. I'd buy another second hand fold for less than $100 if I saw one. You are so right that it is not about having a fancy bike, it's about a servicable bike on a great ride.

[@hobocyclist]

sometimes you'll find a gem out there & having the tools and know how can mean a bike that needs a small amount of work can bring big value. As the famous 7x Tour de France winner says "its not about the bike" ;)

[@lsismeiro]

You're back! I have been missing your videos... To keep the video theme, my folding bike was bought second hand. Fun fact, the same bike that I have appeared in one of your London videos at 59 seconds, here is the link to it kzbin.info/www/bejne/iF6knZSLjKqCb5o. Is the blue Decathlon Tilt 500 bike of the guy with a green and blue backpack. By the way, I don't want to mislead you, I live in Portugal near Lisbon, not London. I hope one day you can travel through Portugal besides central Europe. Until then, all the best to you and Mel.

[@hobocyclist]

Great bikes those Decathlon Tilt 500, I saw so many in Europoe they are very popular. Youre in a good central spot in there for travel within the continent. Enjoy the riding!

[@ackbang]

Glad to see you back! This is definitely a great video, as always. I'm not much of a handyman so, I needed to start with something that I knew was in good condition--but glad that I didn't go with something outside of a comfort zone in terms of cost. I do eventually want to get the confidence to make some minor upgrades in the future, to maybe even feeling confident enough to take apart my whole bike like you do to travel. Haha. For now, I'll just keep paroozing your videos to learn and live vicariously through you. Thanks for the update!

[@hobocyclist]

Nice! Yeah a big plus for secondhand is that I feel like I can take the bike apart and change bits around, remove parts etc and not worry too much. Finding a secondhand bike in good condition is all part of the gamble i guess, and plenty of times i've taken a closer look after purchasing and found a bent wheel or other problems that I have to fix! Keeping it rolling is the name of the game :)

[@nickmartian9527]

Double thumbs up agree! Just a good maintenance and it will run like good as new.

[@hobocyclist]

Yes thats right! Keeping these bikes running is easy as a bit of oil & elbow grease!

[@CargoBikeCowboy]

I agree with everything you said. There is a lot of worry when you have a new expensive bicycle. Most of my worry is about theft, not scratches. I do have a folding bicycle that I bought for $100.00, I have modified it to make it comfortable to ride but still prefer my Big Dummy. I'm 6'4" tall and weight 210lbs, my folding bicycle is just not as comfortable to ride as my full size bicycle. I would love to know more about how you came to live the lifestyle that you and Mel live. I think people could really benefit from your lifestyle. I believe it could change people's lives for the better and they would be happier. If you care to share that information. Wishing you and Mel the best in this new year. ✌️

[@hobocyclist]

Yes agree about the theft aspect, i have regularly spent 2x the price of the bikes ive owned on a good quality lock and so far not had any bike thefts. Good feedback on the content youd like to see, plan is to develop a long form information rich series of videos to cover many aspects of living this way and finances including cost of cycle tours, etc. Ive really got to get cracking on the development and video production on this channel but im still using an old iphone to film & edit. hope to get a laptop soon!

[@certs743]

This channel is a great resource. I got into folding bikes for many of the same reasons. I was looking for a simple, affordable and easy to maintain bike. I am also rather short and folding bikes also give me more options in terms of a bike that fits me well too.

[@TheRealJerseyJoe]

I could not agree more. Well said !

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers! Second hand bikes might just save the world! ;)

[@IceCreamLover-jy4fh]

This video speaks to me. The only reason I have a folding bike is because I was because I bought it used ($30!!!). Folding bikes were always something that interested me but I didn't have a strict need for them, and my dad (who knows more about the mechanical part of bikes than me) was always dubious about them. Me and my dad definitely had to fix the bike up, but it works great now!

[@Andyware72]

I like this channel for the second hand theme we're not all office workers who just have to have $4000 bikes it's good to have a channel like this well done

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers mate! Keeping the spirit of adventure alive on a tight budget is what it’s all about ⛺️😎🚲👍🌎

[@alungibbon3396]

I approve of your attitude, I found a perfectly usable second hand Dutch bike, for little money, that only required me buying special grease for the front & rear roller brakes. Now this 20 year old bike rides like new, despite spending 15 years unused in a garage.

[@hobocyclist]

Nice work! You will have a great time on the bike!

[@ScottPC]

Decent video. Right now im finding lots of more expensive bikes coming up cheap from all the covid spending and now the struggle for money! Good for the 2nd hand market.

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers mate! Yes there are bargains around, it’s a good time to buy second hand bikes 👍

[@hoboharry1207]

You keep it hobo dude!

[@hobocyclist]

We must!

[@ackbang]

Thanks!

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers nicknack!

[@peterbedford2610]

Great advice

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers mate!

[@gopiren]

I do the exactly same way. (Just don't travel much, you do) Sometime, just buy a second hand one, to take parts or upgrade, if is the good size for me.

[@hobocyclist]

Its a great way to get the bike you want without spending a lot! Cheers for watching!

[@NoDigAllotmentGirl]

I just bought a pair of vintage Rayleigh folding bikes for £60. 😀 Ideal for getting to my allotment.

[@hobocyclist]

Yusss! Perfect 👍 sounds like healthy living!!

[@darthbiker2311]

I love this topic. I prefer to buy secondhand bikes myself, there's just less guilt in throwing them around trails or floodwaters knowing that the upgrades are going to be as cowboy as I want it. I bought a used 20 inch folding bike back in 2017 from a shop that imported used Japanese goods. The plan was to commute with it to office which was around 22km from my home, but the bike was just like my motorcycle when I first got it: a rat bike, in need of serious upgrades. To tide me over until I got the restoration going, I bought a new 16 inch folder from a proper bike shop. Yes, it was beautifully made, the only upgrades I did were new tires and brake pads as needed. But apart from the twice weekly office ride I never really connected with "16". For the price I paid for it, I was torn between getting my desired customizations in on one hand, and getting my money's worth on its parts on the other. Meanwhile, after five years of upgrades 20 has more miles to it and been to more places than 16. It still has a steel frame, but now has a new seat, seat pole, handlebars, mag wheels, solid tires, disc brakes, and a 50cc motor. As for 16, early last year I used it to bike to my girlfriend's home in a mountainous province 50km away. It's stayed there ever since although I plan to bring it back. Thank you for speaking to this. Looking at other cycling channels and motovlogs I get the feel that if they can't shill for an upgrade to Sponsored Product then they don't bother posting videos. It's not about the hobby or lifestyle anymore. Greetings from Philippines.

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers mate! Good on you for getting a second hand folding bike for that commute, that’s a pretty long ride to do regularly! Check out the channel jarrods.bike.checks he makes motorized bikes from second hand parts

[@jacksonsplace9754]

Subscribed. Can't agree more. I prefer spending a smaller amount for a bike and save more for those adventures.

[@hobocyclist]

Nice to have you along for the adventure! 👍 be sure to check out some of the folding bike touring vids on my channel for some inspiration 🚲⛺️😎👍👍

[@dominictarrsailing]

anything worth doing is more interesting if you can do it without spending money!

[@hobocyclist]

Some of us see the mad max apocalypse approaching and welcome it :)

[@AmusedDaffodils-mz5rw]

I totally agree

[@steveelkins52]

Looking at my £50 (UK here) decathlon tilt 120 it dates from about 2016 . I was interested to get something that was used and neglected, just to see how it was holding up. Needed the crank tightening, one cable, two sets of brake blocks. Could do with pedals, they are the original folding ones- I will see if I might just get non folding. It needs a back rack. As Andy says, you don't need high end. Just learn a bit about bike maintenance and you are good to go.

[@hobocyclist]

Sounds like with a littyle work the Tilt will be a great bike! Good idea swapping out the folding pedals for normal blocks, ive done that on all my bikes since folding pedals dont actually save much space anyway

[@MrNo-hb4xi]

I do have the same folder and got it for free. I replaced the back wheel and screwed a back rack for all the touring equipment on it. In may the 49 Euro-Ticket starts in Germany and you can travel with that all over the country. The folder is for free in transport. So it is the cheapest way to travel around.......

[@hobocyclist]

@@MrNo-hb4xi Ausgezeichnet! Sir, you have cracked the code! Enjoy your summer adventures by folding bike!!

[@normawingo5116]

Great philosophy Andy, at a time when money is hard to get and easily gone. Where do you find them? I’m in the market and not interested in buying new.

[@hobocyclist]

You'll get a great bargain buying second hand, no matter what you're after! I have a bunch of videos about buying secondhand bikes on my channel, like this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2GVoJqYpayfr9k There is also episodes where i buy from the recycling centre, junkyard & online auctions. Good luck finding you're perfect bike!

[@normawingo5116]

@@hobocyclist thank you so much, I’ll check those out.

[@ssman1375]

the second hand bike it's a good idea because we can replacement a new parts for repairing and modify it and upgrade it as we need in same time as a one cost

[@hobocyclist]

Its a good option if you can find what you are looking for. How did you go with choosing a bike?

[@ssman1375]

@@hobocyclist I thinking of choosing a new tilt 900 or second hand dahon if i find it

[@hobocyclist]

@@ssman1375 Nice!

[@kuyamakk8456]

Pls help as how to assemble or remove things using the basic tools. For folding bike

[@hobocyclist]

Have a go, you will find it easy to do yourself! There is plenty of good vids look at on yt -try "park tool" channel for basics they have a very good range of bike tools & i use their vids to help me do some repairs & replacement

[@EdwardSaturn]

Luckily andy that folding bike that you're using right now looks good. its design doesn't almost aged at all. It still looks trendy.

[@hobocyclist]

Yes! Also now it is high performance with my addition of stickers!!

[@sauravbasu8805]

What is your opinion about Btween Tilt120 bike ? Will it be good for hilly travel ?

[@hobocyclist]

Looks like a good option, i have seen this bike used a lot in Europe - href.li/?bit.ly/3OiHKjf Tilt 120 has hi ten steel frame , v brakes and luggage carrier. As far as good for hilly travel, well it does have 6 speed gear that will help but folding bikes are not optimum for climbing hills ,even though i have done this lots and dont let hills slow my travel ,Going down hills is always better! All the best for your folding bike adventures!!

[@Jarrod_D]

Thanks for getting out there low budget to free . 💯 I've been doing a long trip every 2 years now. I save up most of my money for the come back . You know all the bills for when your gone and the lack of funds when you get back . I spent about 600 dollars us in 40 days , on my last trip. that's after saving up 5000 dollars to go . I can't come back home to less than i left with , and she ain't interested in sleeping outside. 🖐😒

[@hobocyclist]

wow thats great! yeah the sleeping outside takes a special breed i guess you love it or hate it. these are real hobosecrets youre sharing here. everyone likes to know the numbers and how to pull this travel thing off for longer. the obvious is problem longer between paychecks and smaller the bag the harder it gets

[@influenceink9528]

Where do you reckon you'll head to next Andy?

[@hobocyclist]

Cant say at this stage. Could be some interesting adventures coming up!

[@P.Ttrying]

G'day Andy 🦘 you bugga ive binged your videos for two days now, never once considered a folding bike, always built my own ebikes since 45yrs old( heart attack) I'm in👍 if I find a scraped bike or near free, I'll build up a little bikepacking Monster. 😂 Got get back too my ebikepacking hobo tour, currently in Chichester state Forest NSW 🥶🥶🥶 Top vids hobo🏆🏆🏆☮️

[@hobocyclist]

Good on ya mate!

[@carolinewick9496]

Where do you find the second hand bikes you buy?

[@hobocyclist]

Good question! I’ll be providing detailed answer to this and other viewer questions and more in my next livestream in the HOBO CLUB, you can get access to loads of other good info & videos for members only. Consider joining to get the best value information, access to answers, tips and tricks for your adventure! Https://www.youtube.com/@hobocyclist/join LIVE Q&A 17/5/24 1900 GMT (check your local timezone)

[@karloimmanoel]

❤another new subscriber here ❤

[@hobocyclist]

Good to have you along for the ride! 👍⛺️🚲🌴

[@millenium2003]

Not just folding bikes , any bike. People i have bought 2nd hand bikes from never used them

[@hobocyclist]

Yes, of course

[@bennjose2999]

Mate what is you secret in long ride? Slow of fast ride?

[@hobocyclist]

I ride slow always. Having extra time so you don’t have to rush is the secret!

[@dominictarrsailing]

also if you are touring you are gonna need to do your own repairs, and as soon as you ride the new bike away it's second hand anyway

[@hobocyclist]

Making repairs on the fly is sometimes the best and most satisfying part of bike touring!

[@100Noddy]

💗

[@hobocyclist]

Cheers Noddy!

[@indigowendigo8464]

10 bucks is a lot of potatoes. Potatoes give you miles. Miles give you the world

[@hobocyclist]

im living on potatoes. 10 bucks buys 5kg potatoes here in NZ. my favourite recipe right now is boiled with butter and wasabi. Delicious!

[@indigowendigo8464]

@@hobocyclist fantastic!

[@MattScottMusic]

It’s one thing being into spending loads of money on fancy upgrades of dubious benefit. But it takes a certain kind of stupidity for anyone looking at this great channel and not grasping that it’s not about that.

[@hobocyclist]

Theres all sorts of people out there, the good thing about yt is that i can make information for people like me who just want to get out there and have a go. like the 7x tour champ Lance Armstrong said "its not about the bike" ;)

[@MattScottMusic]

There are so many channels that just review the pros and cons of the latest tiny bit of cycling or camping equipment that it can lead to this intimidating culture where people think that’s the most important. I loved your video on ‘prioritising adventure’, whatever it was called. You set out a whole philosophy very eloquently in a handful of minutes. You reminded me of the story my dad told me about how he built a raft out of oil drums aged 18 and paddled it down the Rhine in Germany for a week or so until he had to bail out and swim for it because it went over a waterfall.

[@hobocyclist]

@@MattScottMusic Awesome what a champion!

[@tulliopadovese5019]

Hobocyclist is killing business, and it's easy. 🦊

[@hobocyclist]

Its like an informercial to not buy something ;)