Testing the Zizzo Forte Off-road

[@ZiZZOBikes]

Always great stuff from you Brian! We love seeing people pushing the limits of what the bike can do proving its more than capable of a lil off road. Thanks for your time and effort we appreciate you. Zizzo Bikes- B.G

[@jorgeantonioruizvargas7573]

Gracias por su vídeo. Tengo 69 años y estoy armando una bicicleta plegable rodado 20 con partes recicladas y la llevo bastante adelantada. Espero realizar con ella unas aventuras en pedales. Saludos cordiales desde Cúcuta en la frontera colombo venezolana 🇨🇴🇻🇪 Sur América

[@Johann-4354]

Yep. Third time watching. I think this gravel ride is my favorite ride you've taken.

[@rkrock2514]

Nice off-road trip vid! U give me confidence in using folding bikes for more than just paved roads. I ordered a Zizzo Campo on Amazon but they ran out of stock.(bummer!) Still searching for my first adventure “gravel” folder. I have a folding push-scoot for now, but a recent incident has delayed my city touring for now until I heal. 🙄- Subbed!

[@heikehoyer1284]

Oh, you have nice nature! Greetings from Sweden.

[@ibikeunfolded]

👋 hello, thanks for watching.👍

[@bryansammis998]

I never thought of off roading a folder until now🤔👍 Good luck in your camp site search! Keep your eye open for tree structures!!😉👣

[@aerialhorizonrc7827]

I have the Urbano and its design to go off and on road. Highly recommended.

[@Taffyappleify]

Another great blog, great trip up to the mountains - camping sounds cool - cycles and camping are two of my favourite activities - can’t wait to check out your gear👍

[@MrRoyck10]

Brian you always seem to be the only person riding a bike, it was refreshing seeing other lone riders in your video.

[@markmoffett6813]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing more adventures in nature and out of Denver. Folding bikes and camping is a sweet combo , thanks Mark from Maryland

[@tobewiser6738]

How many bikes do you have, can't keep up 😆.

[@ericsingleton791]

Hey man this is gonna sound ignorant but I'm a forte rider also.. But what is the little computer you have on the handle bars?... New to this.. Not sure what it is.,. Great video as always keep up the work

[@Ghost-sz7uo]

The content that we’ve been waiting for!

[@locomotive282]

I love your content. I wish i had the ability to have bike adventures like you.

[@daveadriffield7296]

Thanks for the video. I'm surprised you didn't come off the bnike on those trails. The speed you ride.

[@mcsequoia5107]

Hi Brian. New subscriber here after watching a few of your folding bike reviews. All are well done & informative. I've owned a couple of Bike Fridays, the NWT & Pocket llama. I toured the Oregon coast, up to Crater Lake & over Mt. Hood on the llama. I happily replaced my Surly LHT w. it. Such a solid, capable and even fast touring rig. Sadly both were stolen. Anyway, am I to understand that one could bike from downtown Denver to the mountains? The bike route in this video is just amazing! I think I'm gonna have to plan a trip to the Denver! Cheers!

[@WyrdBlogger01]

I have been shopping around for a new bike and the Zizzo Forte looks really strong.

[@ibikeunfolded]

I can attest to its strength. I’ve put mine through some stressful times.

[@johncolquhoun6416]

Your fly on them tracks. Nice one.

[@elizabethfrance]

Enjoyed this Brian, will be interesting to see how things go with camping gear on off road trails. My cheap folder with Bmx type tyres does pretty well on gravel trails. Took it on holiday recently as I was staying in a seaside town and didn't want a bike and rack on the back of my van. Did the most miles since I had the chain ring changed from a 48 to a 34 to lower the gears for hills. Surprised how well it did although there was no fast riding. Been looking at changing the rear gears for a nexus 8 hub, went into a bike shop to discuss it but most bike mechanics not keen on the idea. Happy with the bike apart from that, folds smaller than Terns or a Birdy and 20 inch wheels.

[@skepticalmechanic]

Great video thank you Brian!!!

[@raffitchakmakjian]

that is some beautiful gravel.

[@rebelrye]

Really liked the video, Brian. You obviously did some serious editing this time around. I really liked those panniers on the Forte. What brand are they? Could they be used on a Brompton with a rear rack? Have fun, stay safe.

[@Wilderness-qq8ek]

That was an awesome day ! How many miles was that ?

[@ibikeunfolded]

75 total I think.

[@andythousand345]

Great video. How does the Zizzo compare to the Bike Friday?

[@ibikeunfolded]

It doesnt😁

[@ibikeunfolded]

Bike Friday are highly custom hand built bikes that are Taylor made.

[@ClutchTrucker]

I bet u like those fenders when riding after the rain like in this video

[@ibikeunfolded]

Either way I got wet😀

[@Clevelanddrummer1]

Quick question for you about your Zizzo bikes. After watching your videos and researching the bikes on the website, it looks like the forte has the same hubs and other components as the lower end bikes (like the Campo). I understand that it is a heavier duty bike and that is why you chose this model, but wondered what your thoughts were on the forte’s components compared to your liberte. I’m interested in the Urbano but wondered if I should just save the money and get a Campo. I don’t carry a lot of gear, so the forte would be overkill. Thanks!

[@bchin324]

Hi, what fenders do you use for your zizzo?

[@CG-ld6xg]

Sorry if I missed it but did you use the standard wheels that it came with for that or did you change the wheels beforehand?

[@handsonbrompton7875]

Great video! Nice beard! 💪🏼

[@seductive_Octopus]

8:40 for weather like that , a Poncho is always the Best. Saved my Ass multiple times 👍

[@LaOwlett]

The forte is the bike at the top of my list, but any folding bike needs to be able to retrofit fork suspension for my liking. Going long distances on rough roads is hard on the hands. It's a shame there's no rear suspension considering most of the weight is on the rear tire. I've heard of people blowing rear spokes. Also, the 2023 forte has an upgraded 8 speed drive train. I think it still has way more benefits than drawbacks for bike camping. Just bring spare spokes and a tube.

[@tobewiser6738]

If you group/tag certain vds into/as a "play list" we can watch with autoplay all vds grouped therein.

[@jkolade9362]

What tire dimensions do you use on your Liberté?

[@shanayekh9345]

Random question but what cell phone mount or gps are you using here? Thanks :)

[@williamko4751]

Hi Brian, with all the cargo mods, is the bike still foldable?

[@barriewylde5915]

I love my folders I have bike Friday tikit 1998 or 1997 they do not make the tikit model anymore.We also have a Tern electric folder it's the vektron model.would not sell either one.Iike your new plan to review different folding bikes.🚲🇨🇦⛺️

[@devogrant2817]

You have been converted ...welcome to the Vegan nation !!!!!

[@ibikeunfolded]

I have been vegan for over 5 years.

[@wthompson006]

Hi Brian. I have come to the point where I need to replace the original Kenda tires on my Forte. Can you recommend a tire you have had success with for the fit and performance? I would rather not purchase another set of Kenda tires. I am hoping there is something nicer for predominately paved road/path riding. I really appreciate your advice.

[@jonahbert111]

I can recommend the Kool Stop BMX brake pads. Saved my butt the other day on a road where a car coming the other way swerved across right in front of me. I only put the Kool Stop on the front. They are a bit pricey. And well I stood the Zizzo Liberte on it's front wheel and the back end swong to the right side, but I missed the car, and not by much. The car driver that had to swerve to avoid another car idiot, was more shook than me. I have the standard pads on the back. Quite certain the outcome would have been not so good with the standard pads. At least in dry conditions the action was just as good as discs. I have another bike with discs. The Kool Stop pads are much longer than the stock ones. Because they are so long, it is harder to keep them from squealing. They claim all weather performance, and the front is shaped so as to plow off mud and dirt. ??

[@juanvaldez8677]

I’m thinking of buying a zizzo. Should I just get their cheapest model or mid range. My commute is 20 miles round trip. I weigh 235 and about 10 lbs of gear. I. Don’t want to spend too much because I need 3 bikes total. Wife is like 135 and daughter is maybe 100 lbs. I’m the tallest at 5’9 the girls will only use is like once a month I’ll use it Daly

[@JTGould]

Meant to ask if you use or have a mirror for the Forte? Do you recommend a type or style? Just concerned that since the handlebars swing down when you fold it and I dont want to break the mirror or scratch or damage the bike.

[@haydermahmood387]

Hi I have zizzo forta and i am 270+ lb and i feel the bike is slow! What type of gears i need to change from the original to have faster speed?

[@jeffrey5961]

that was at least a 40 mile ride. a good test of both the bike and rider.

[@blueyonder1233]

Timely placed shelter ☂

[@wthompson006]

Hi Brian. I have a Zizzo Forte and it’s my first time wanting to replace the tires. The original tires indicate 20X1.95”. Does this mean I can only replace them with 1.95” wide tires, or is there a range of widths I could use? I would like to get some more road/paved trail friendly tires. The original tires aren’t that great for pavement. Is there a particular brand you recommend?

[@StevenYoungEtc]

Probably time to take the stickers off the stem 😁

[@bikethetrails8155]

i thought the same thing

[@Ivandrago89]

Hey Brian, please share the names of the fake meat products and where you bought em from

[@carltongadgettmannprice352]

I see that you were able to pass a road bike with a folding bike

[@Johann-4354]

You never do any ally riding. Know what that is?

[@Steelpeachandtozer]

Shame you can't carry a horse on a bus when it rains. ; )

[@effyleven]

Fries eaten cold ? Eugh !

[@ibikeunfolded]

They were still warm😃

[@KennethWuAU]

I dunno, all the Zizzo bikes look really budget and cheap. None of the elegance of a Birdy or the simplicity of the Brompton. It may perform just as well, if not better, but I can't seem to get over the fact that it looks like a bike you get from Walmart, decathlon or any category-killer retail outlet. The price is definitely attractive, but it's not exactly something I would enjoy taking out for fun.

[@bebopkirby]

Lucky for me i’m more concerned about more go than show, but cheers, to each their own.

[@ibikeunfolded]

They are cheap bikes, but they perform well for their price point. Not everyone can afford a Brompton or a birdie and I show that even though Zizzo bikes don’t have the pedigree of higher-end folders, they are fun to ride and explore on nonetheless. Fun on folders is the point of this channel--at all price points.

[@KennethWuAU]

@@ibikeunfolded it’s probably the best value folder out there. As with anything, the more you spend the more diminishing returns you get. Zizzo has the best utility per dollar. That I agree.

[@djmorgan4759]

To tell you the truth 😃 I get more compliments on my Zizzo than on my Brompton. ✌️🚲🍻

[@Ghost-sz7uo]

Shut yo stuck up ass up.