The A-Bike
It's compact, it's lightweight and it keeps you fit. Just keep it away from kerbs...
If you like the idea of riding a bike instead of driving, catching a bus, or jumping on the tube, but don’t like the idea of carting a heavy frame around, the A-Bike might be what you’re after. Designed by famous inventor Sir Clive Sinclair, who brought us the Spectrum computer and the world’s first pocket calculator, this lightweight fold-away bicycle is the most compact on the market, and Sinclair claims it will change the way we see bikes. The A-Bike folds in 10 seconds and to a tiny 67 x 30 x 16 cm, and has an extra comfy seat so no sore bums.Pros
Using a bike instead of taking the car can save you 125kg carbon dioxide per year and keep you fit. So it’s good for the environment, good for your health and good for your muscles. It also claims to be really simple to use, which isn’t the case with some rival fold-away bikes.
Cons
Some might say it looks a little odd, and it’s not great for hopping up and down kerbs.
Energy saved
Spank that carbon footprint by cutting down on fuel-guzzling transport. If you use the A-Bike a lot you’ll greatly reduce your personal pollution.
Cost
£150
