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A foldable road bike has to be fast, rigid, light, and comfortable for long trips, and the 7000 double butted aluminum framed Bichette certainly fits the bill weighing in at less than 10kg (22 lb). The 20” wheels ensure a compact package but, because the wheelbase and riding position are basically identical to a full-size bike, you get real performance on the road. And, come to think of it, smaller wheels should actually make starting up a little easier.

A responsive bike needs a tight frame, and the unified rear triangle design gives rigidity and keeps chain tension constant. The Bichette folds by turning the rear triangle around the suspension pivot, which means there are no frame hinges that might otherwise cause the frame to lose some of its stiffness.

Vibrations from bumpy roads are hard work on small wheels but the Bichette suspension easily takes the strain with one inch of travel in the front and two inches in the rear. And the zero momentum pivot position takes care of any annoying ‘pogo-effect’ which you can get sometimes with suspension bikes when pushing hard on the pedals.

The Pica Also new from Pacific is this dinky little coaster-brake trike with 10” wheels. Ideal for kids from 3 to 6 years old it incorporates the design concepts of full size bicycles, is sturdy and safe, and will last many years as a hand-medown. The Pica costs ¥36,000 in Japan (about $300).

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The Bichette retails for ¥99,000 ($825).******


Manufacturer
Pacific Cycles Inc. has been pursuing ‘Living Bike Technologies’ with a passion since its establishment in 1980. By staying involved with the needs of serious cyclists, Pacific is continually creating innovative designs and functions that raise the level of cycling performance.

George Lin, Chairman of Pacific said, 'Pacific does not only make bikes, but we spend considerable time concentrating on R&D.; We create several completely new models with patent pending every year, and it makes a difference.'

Lin, a veteran in bicycle business for over 30 years and named ‘Dr. Lin’ in Taiwan bicycle industry, is well known for his wide knowledge in design dynamics and technology.

Pacific Cycles Inc.
Street No. 236 Hsia Chuan Tze
Yung An
Hsin Wu Province / State Taiwan
327
R.O.C.

phone: +886-3-4861231
fax: +886-3-4861220
email: team@pacific-cycles.com

Author
Alan Davidson
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