How much does the Strida cost?
Please feel free to contact us for all pricing and dealer information.
Why is the Strida so special?
Strida is the only folding bike that is greaseless, corrosion resistant, and virtually maintenance free. It's also the world's lightest folding production bike and can easily be rolled when folded. through design and manufacturing leadership, we are able to back the Strida with the strongest warranty package in the bike business. This bicycle stows almost anywhere, while folding quickly and easily without having to remove parts or use complicated tools.
Is the Strida available in different sizes?
Strida's come in the original 16”, which is best suited for riders less than 220lbs and between 5' and 6'4" tall. 18" wheel set for the taller riders.
Where can I get a Strida?
Please check our dealer locator or contact us for all Strida locations.
Can I take the Strida on subway, train, or bus?
Yes you can, the Strida was designed to be the ultimate intermodal bike. It's greaseless and can be wheeled, instead of carried anywhere. During the summer of 2001, the Chicago transit authority in conjunction with MIT incorporated the Strida into pilot program promoting the folding bike/transit.
Will Strida fit in my car trunk?
The Strida will fit in your car trunk. If you have a small car trunk, we recommend a Strida fitted with our TaperLok® folding handlebars, which reduce folded dimensions from 45" x 20" x 21" to 45" x 20" x 11". As the CEO of ZIPCAR (of NPR, CNN, Inc. Magazine fame) wrote in an email newsletter to all members: "Strida bikes fit easily into ZIPCAR trunks (even the beetles) and are the perfect commuting accessory to reach cars that are not right next to the Boston public transit system stops.
Where is the Strida made?
All Strida bicycles are made in Taiwan by Ming Cycle Ind. Co., Ltd.
What do you mean by zero maintenance?
When we brought the Strida folding bike by our favorite local shop, one mechanic mused "Well, it doesn't leave much for us to work on, does it?" We do recommend that you bring your Strida to a professional bike mechanic for a quick checkup once each year.
What is it like to ride a Strida?
It's fantastic, the short wheelbase allows for outstanding maneuverability and quick acceleration. Automatic-style, and disc brakes deliver strong predictable braking, even in wet conditions. The Strida's heads-up riding position allows a rider a commanding view of surrounding traffic and terrain. Injection nylon seat moldings suspend your body, giving you a smoother ride.
How do I fold the Strida?
See our Strida fold down in 7 second flat!
Where can I use the Strida?
The Strida is designed for riders who want clean, convenient and portable transportation available on a moment's notice. It is ideal for boaters, pilots and anyone with short commutes, island hopping, city life, getting around campus or any time you need a whole new way to move.
Would a single speed make me feel like a snail, especially on hills?
Not at all, unless all you do is climb steep hills. The Strida travels easily across short distances at an average speed of 10-12 mph. As Paul Taylor of the financial times observed about our bike: "It is quite easy to ride once you get going. Gears would help on hills, but I did not find their absence as much of a handicap as I had expected."
What happens if I get a flat?
The Strida has standard 16" tire tubes, available at any bike shop.
How long will the Kevlar belt last?
Kevlar is used to make combat helmets and bulletproof vests. Our belt has been high-torque, high-heat, and high-speed tested in automobile engines to last 50,000 miles. That's a lot of riding. (they can also be found in auto parts stores.)
Will grease get all over everything?
No, the Strida features a 100% greaseless exterior. In addition, cables and brakes are internal. No fuss, no muss. It is a big plus on a crowded subway, or in the trunk of your car. Arrive home early, with clean clothes.
The Strida looks unusual. how do I maintain the Strida?
The Strida’s Frame is very strong, Strida uses nature's strongest geometric form: the triangle. The bike easily surpasses all frame strength criteria developed by the British standards institute and the consumer products safety commission (CPSC). While the bike is unusual, most of the components are standard. The beauty of the Strida is its simplicity, few standard parts fail, and even fewer non-standard parts fail. In addition, many common ailments of a standard bike (loose headset, worn chain ring teeth, gear trouble, etc.) have been engineered out of the Strida. You pedal, you go.
Can I check the Strida in for free on commercial airlines?
Yes, the bike is great to check on commercial airlines. Unlike most other bicycles, there are no derailleurs or brake calipers to bend, no cables to get tangled, no stem to remove, no sharp edges to tear through packing material, no chain to get everything greasy, and no bike fees to pay. The bike in the bag resembles a set of golf clubs and never gets a second look. Once you've arrived, the bike is easy to put in the trunk of a cab, or store in a hotel closet.
Is the Strida rustproof?
While no bike is completely rustproof, the Strida is as rustproof as a bicycle can be. Instead of a chain the Strida uses a greaseless Kevlar belt drive, the entire frame of the Strida is 7000-series aluminum, the same material found in sailboat masts. The hardware on the Strida is all either stainless steel or treated steel. The cables are all completely encased in protective and lubricated cable housing; most of the cable is itself inside the frame. The “Bitter End Yacht Club in the British Virgin Islands kept two Strida’s on their premise: after a year in sun and salt air, they reported no significant rusting anywhere on the bike.