rualexander
Legendary Member
Why bother with the faff when you can use the mounting holes on the drive side??
Because you want to use both sides?
Why bother with the faff when you can use the mounting holes on the drive side??
I think you're wrong.
You've misunderstood my point, brompton don't know what mount / cage you might fix there. Some may work, a lot defo wont work so far better to only fit to one side so no-one finds and issue and complains.
besides most people wont take it bike packing, they only need to say - look I've got a mount on my fork for my trangia stove for when i go bike packing - isnt that wonderful. Same person will also have a 4X4 for using on the school run.
Also, no mention of whether can run tubeless.
Presumably the after-market suppliers will soon come out with various bags and cases that will fit the G Line and also various weight saving parts.
Having seen all the specs and a few of the video reviews, I'm still really interested in the G Line. Whilst bigger in the fold I still think it ticks the box of being able to put it on a commute train into London if required. For me it also opens up longer rides if I were to chuck it in the car whilst away travelling, beyond what would be comfortable on current P Line. More comfort and less small wheel skittishness also a bonus. Am also used to commuting the 18 miles into London on my full size gravel bike (35 mm G One tyres), and this will provide more options for part train / longer cycle legs.
Anyway, the one question I'm still pondering is the ability to fly with the G Line. I've got a B&W box for my current P Line which I've taken on a few works trips so I can explore wherever I'm headed. Clearly the G Line wouldn't fit that box, but wondering if the collective minds here know of any alternatives that might fit the new bike. Looks to be 71cm x 68 cm folded. Lightweight bag plus lots of padding is an option but obviously more hassle than the B&W case which just acts like a large wheeled suitcase.
Allegedly the folder size will take it into 'oversized luggage' territory with the airlines, which could get a little expensive.
I think it’s great. Everyone will abandon their bling-y CHPT3 lightweights and I will be able to pick up one for a song as the second hand price plummets! Meanwhile I love my S6L and am keeping it.