The man. The legend. My bike upgrade was serviced perfectly, despite the complex job. I hope he never closes as long as I own my Brompton! read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - Thanks to David @ Bfold! - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

David is so smart and thoughtful when it comes to getting your bike set up correctly and working smoothly. It's a one-man shop, which has pluses and minuses, but the main advantage is that you can be sure you'll have his full, personal attention when he works on your bike. He's meticulous and fair and has seen hundreds and hundreds of bikes over the years and solved issues you haven't thought of yet. Highly recommended. read more

David is the go-to guy for all folding bike needs in the city! I bought a secondhand vintage Birdy folding bike for a pretty good deal, but it was in poor condition... Cables were about to snap, the tires were incredibly worn down, and the seat post couldn't even stay locked. Other bike repairmen didn't understand my bike and some never heard of the brand. David, on the other hand, was so knowledgeable. He took his time to show me how to best fold/unfold the bike and even asked me to do it in front of him to make sure I wasn't doing anything to further damage the bike. David was able to revive my bike at a very reasonable price with a pro-tuneup and a few part replacements (with a one-day turnaround). He also asked me a few questions about my riding style and visual preferences and made adjustments to the bike according to that. My 20-year old bike now feels brand new and rides like a dream! I will be going to David from now on. You should, too! You won't be disappointed with his work and professionalism. read more

David is truly amazing. He's a one man show yet still maintains a wonderful business. I bought a Brompton bike from him years ago and still go back to him because he really goes out of his way to help his clientele. He won't just sell you anything and he always gives a true, honest opinion. He is one small business owner who definitely needs to be recognized! read more

David is the best! He helped me order and customize my haul - a - day bike! I was thinking about ordering it and putting it together myself. But I am so glad I went through David. He knew what kind of questions to ask, such as whether or not I needed more gears, or electronic assist. He put together my bike in time for our bike tour. And everything worked smoothly. I've brought the bike back for a tune-up and he helped to make sure the tires were all ready to go. One of the best experiences I've had in purchasing a bike! read more

david at bfold has great unfolding stories and the best service! i highly recommend bfold to all my nyc friends with folding bikes. read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - picked up my bike same day from bfold. david said i wouldn't want to sell it after his tune up and he was right! - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

REGARDLESS of the type of bike you ride, I'd highly recommend David! (Especially if you are touring) We came with a Santana tandem bike and didn't know if he could help us out as bfold specializes in foldable bikes. Thankfully, we stumbled upon a Passionate, knowledgeable, affordable and kind Bike mechanic. He helped us with all of our issues, and provided us great information about travelling with a bike. He even went above and beyond our calling to help us pack our bike into a box. I highly recommend you come to this shop! read more

The best. But only good, high-end city/street bikes there. Don't go there for a discount bargain brand. Repairs take a bit of time but are thorough. If you care about your wheels and wanna keep them for years go there. read more

To call this space tiny would not do it justice. Ever square inch is devoted to the worship of folding bikes. Steve and Dave are exceedingly patient and knowledgeable and I can't imagine there are two better people to buy your Brompton or Bike Friday from; they'll make sure it's fitted properly and will even walk you through folding it over the phone if you get your bike home and forget how. For the moment, I'm bikeless in NYC. But when I'm ready to change that all it'll take is a trip to Bfold. read more

I am a serious roadie and it's easy to look me up on Strava. I have a bike collection that ranges from a 1982 Lotus Supreme to the 2015 SWORKS Venge. I know a lot about bikes. Folding bikes are a highly specialized game. They have their own set of manufacturers, components and knowledge about what works and what does not. David and Peter have deep expertise and a passion for the folding bike genre. Last year I purchased a Tern Verge X10 as a very special gift for my business partner. We spent about three hours in the shop trying different bikes (Tern, Brompton). I had a very positive experience. This year it was my turn. My new office building has too many restrictions for entering the building with a full sized road bike. I work on William Street, which is in New York City near Wall Street. I commute from West Harlem - about 10 miles each way over mostly flat terrain with some rolling hills. I was on the fence between the Bike Friday Pocket Rocket and the Tern X18. I spoke to Peter and he considered my use case - in and out of the office - convenience of folding and carrying - he immediately steered me to the Tern - even though the Bike Friday would have been a much larger sale. Peter and David have also been fantastic on recommendations (the Ultremo ZX tires, etc) and aftercare (needed to retrue the front wheel after a couple of rides). As FYI - I am very happy with the Tern X18 - it is a fast, comfortable, high performance folding road bike! You can check out my Strava times or contact me if you would like more information about my experience with this bike. Highly recommended. In summary, they run a fantastic bike shop. I would not consider buying a folding bike anywhere else. read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - The Tern X18 rocks Strava! Many records set on the Hudson River Greenway. Easy to fold. Highly recommended. - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

I reached out to David through email asking on a Tern folding bike. Instead of just quoting me the price for the model I asked for, he asked me a little about my cycling style and preferences and recommended another Tern folding bike that would suit my interests better. As of right now (June 2021) shopping and servicing is a scheduled affair: I called / emailed in advance to book an appointment, for the bike of interest he took it out for me to examine and give a short test ride. After purchasing and riding it a few times I reached out to have him help adjust a few things, and that was very easy to schedule. It is clear that David takes pride in his work and service; when I took the bike back for adjustments I had the vague "the pedals sound a little funny" description, and he took the time to closely inspect and adjust the pedals, chain, brakes, wheels. I came to BFold because my original bike shop Zen Bikes fell off the map. I hope John and the Zen bikes team are doing well, but I am very happy to discover David and BFold bikes as part of the NYC community. read more

Brompton specialists but a whole slew of others too. These guys known their folding bikes like no other in NYC. They're quick to assess your needs, suggest just the right ad on items, and offer a two moth check up as well as annual maintenance option with benefits no other bike shop can provide. They've tested the lights, bags, and know how to get you the seat for special status symbol value if in need. Prepare to drop $2,000 as I was thrifty and didn't get out of there for less than $2,500. It could have been $4,000 easily in fact BUT there isn't an unhappy customer here and everyone knows they're buying the best option in the United States when it comes to a bike you can use on the train, plane, or subway. read more

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After years on road bikes and my cyclocross commuter, I came to the conclusion that for my NYC riding a folding bike may be the way to go for me. I went in for a test ride on a Friday and the people at Bfold were super nice and easy going (no pressure and no snooty attitude I've experienced at road bike shops over the years). They were very knowledgeable on folding bikes and patiently answered all my questions. The test ride was great! I came back later that day and after a quick training session on folding & unfolding (including printing out the instructions for me for quick reference) I happily rode home on my new Brompton S2L. Great shop!!! Very recommended. read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - My Brompton S2L from Bfold! - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

Dropped by the store few weeks ago , and first of all was very surprised with all the folding bikes they have in their small store! For me it was like walking into a candy store ! Peter was very helpful in explaining the folding bikes which I was interested in , and suggested to me to test ride it next time I am in the city. So today decided to drop by again , David was very helpful today explaining in details. I could not make my decision to buy either a Dahon Vector P8 or a Brompton M6L .... But based on my preferences my needs on riding David recommended that Dahon Vector P8 will be the right bike for me . Very happy with my first folding bike and very satisfied with the service I got ! Brompton is also a great bike so maybe next time ??? Anyway , strongly recommend BFold for anyone looking for a folding bike ! read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - Dahon Vector P8 - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

Nice local mom and pop shop in the east village. Probably one of the two premier folding bike shops in manhattan. the store is a bit cramped and full of folding bikes but you can get the best service right here. The knowledge that everyone has for folders is very vast and they'll definitely point you in the right direction to fit your needs. Wide selection of folding bikes as well as accessories. The service and mechanic side of the shop though you will have a bit of a wait and sometimes may have to pick up a couple days later as the shop is small with a small staff. Overall though you get great service and well done friendly work. read more

They must hsve gotten ahold of that cheesy 'easy' button staples used in its ads awhile ago. I just bought my Brompton here. Peter is so knowledgeable and helpful. Service is personal and he has many recommendations. Just ask if you have some questions and he'll give you great advice! I suggest searching Bromptons website for all the "options" they have to see if you are interested in upgrading. BFold also has Dahon and other brands of folding bikes, I just like the brompton the best! I think their price may actually be better than the website...but might even out after saving shipping vs. sales tax. They hooked me up with everything I need! Rode out the door with a brand new black brompton and a Brooks saddle! Wave at me if you see me!! read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

NOT CLOSED! I saw that yelp had the store listed as CLOSED and wrote to David asking if it was true. He replied that he is definitely open for business! read more

I'm a long time Bike Friday owner, but it sits alongside many non-folding road, 'cross, mountain, and touring bikes in our household. Consequently, my expectations and experiences with bike shops isn't exclusively small-wheeled specialists. The Bfold team of David, Peter, and Kelly are some of the nicest, helpful, and relaxed shop guys I've ever met. I first dropped in just to grab some 20" tubes. The shop is tiny, basically a hallway, but it's packed with folding bikes and accessories ranging from Dahon to Brompton to Friday. We got to talking and everyone there pretty clearly loves bikes and being part of the cycling community in New York City. The second time I went in was to get a tuneup for a folder that my wife had borrowed. They did a meticulous and professional job: I knew perfectly well what needed to be done (would have done it myself but my tools and stand are in storage) and was pleased that they didn't try to hard sell me on extras. It was done the next day; on both drop-off and pickup we all talked again, easy and friendly. Just recently I've been back to Bfold a number of times to pick out and then take delivery of a new Bike Friday for my wife. The sales experiences was top notch and I couldn't be happier that I bought locally, with the attention to detail and service that that entails. I get it that bike shops are a hard and idiosyncratic business, and that this is the reason that so many consumer have a crappy time when they go in one. The clichés about arrogant guys with shaved legs (I've spent a lot of years with my legs shaved for racing) or super friendly salespeople who don't actually know much about bikes or crusty mechanics that you have to endure--these reflect a reality for people shopping for bikes both at the entry level and at the high end. The thing about Bfold is that none of that is in any way part of visiting. It's instead flat out pleasant, informative, and just what you want a bike shop to be. read more

Top Notch! I cannot begin to rave about how amazing this place this. First, before you go...make sure you jot the address down. It is sub-level so unless you know what you're looking for, you're not going to find this place. It's small..it's quaint but the service is first rate! David was busy (I arrived post-work) with repairing some other customer's bicycles (I know!) so Peter, his helpful fellow staff member became my point person. I literally spent 2 hours here test-riding a few options and going through all the possible bikes that might fit my needs. They're not pushy at all and at the end of the day, all they want is to make sure that (a) you're ready for a folding bicycle and (b) you're going to LOVE that folding bicycle. 'Cause really, love is the most important. And I won't deny it...the bicycles they carry aren't the cheapest ones out there BUT SO WORTH IT! I would be okay making the investment with David 'cause I know he will take good care of me for as long as I need him. And honestly? That's love! read more

THE place to go for folding bikes in the city. I knew I wanted a folding bike (my non-folding bike was WAY too heavy and big to carry easily into buildings where I live, work, and play), and I knew I wanted a brompton (handmade in the UK? win.), and I could've ordered online, but I wanted to a. lay my hands on one before I shelled out so much money, and b. support a local business. We walked right past it the first time, as we weren't expecting it to be "garden level" and underneath the stairs, but once we found it - WOW! There are SO many different brands of bikes packed into a seemingly tiny space (bfold may, in fact, be a TARDIS?) - David let us check out several models and brands, and we started chatting like crazy about the different manufacturers... he kept the store open a little later than usual as I decided on the options for my hot-pink brompton - he brought up issues that I hadn't even thought of whilst browsing the catalog online, which meant I actually ordered a slightly different spec. than I'd initially wanted. I'm looking forward to returning with a friend that's interested in a folding bike, and ordering a basket/bag for the front of mine! read more

After renting a bike for this year's Summer Streets and seeing cool small-wheeled folding bikes zip by me, I knew I needed to get one for myself. After asking around on Facebook for advice, I found out that a friend knew the owners of a folding bike shop--Bfold! I first did a little of my own homework online and had an idea of the kind of bike I was most interested in, a handful of models that appealed to me, and the kinds of questions I would ask. After finding the right time to run out during my work lunch, I came down to the tiny bike store (it's a little hidden on the sub-ground floor). There isn't much space to walk around, but then again, these are little folding bikes. Steve, David, Peter, and Kelly and were all friendly and knowledgeable, and in particular, David really gets excited to talk about the different bikes they have. I rode off the following day in a new Tern bike... which would be where the story should end, but I hit a bump on the ride home and somehow the magnetic clasp inexplicably broke off the bike. After a quick call, I was on my way back. Peter took care of me, not only replacing the magnet but going through and double checking/tightening/greasing every single part again -- brakes, hinges, gears, etc. You can't measure a place by pure perfection (and who knows if it was a manufacturing defect), but by whether they're willing to stand behind anything that might go wrong. read more

This store is AWESOME!!! If you're a bike nerd, especially into Folding Bikes, this place is it!!! The owner David is so knowledgeable, patient and kind, he's a super duper guy! He's a BROMPTON specialist and an authorized dealer, but also has many more toys in his shop! Bought a BROMPTON David Millar Limited Édition Chpt3 for my husband for his big birthday and he is seriously the happiest guy, ever! David at BFold is highly recommended!!! read more

Bfold Folding Bicycles - A small shop but AWESOME!!! - Bikes Near Me - New York, New York

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I purchased a lower end Danon folding bike here a few months ago and forgot to review it but remember everything about the experience. I had been searching for a location to purchase a folding bike after making my return to bike riding after a 10 year hiatus (or more), being faced with limited space living quarters and accepting that there's a high rate of bike theft in NYC (sorry no street parking for me). I tried another shop, but their credit card machine was down that day, they would need to special order a standard part for the bike that I was about to purchase and they insisted that I pay cash. Sorry, Mama didn't raise any fools here. I'm not paying hundreds of dollars for anything in cash unless there truly is no alternative. Enters bfold. After finding this shop, I really appreciated that they specialized in folding bikes and could truly be a resource of information. The owner was great explaining the pros and cons of these bikes, walking me through the process of selecting a bike and cautiously smiling through my test ride after 10 years of not being on a bicycle- certainly a site to see. I left with no buyers remorse and months later I feel the same. I just wish this place were closer to my house so that I could make it my go-to bike shop if problems occur, which they have not. . read more

This place rocks. My friend and I went to get some info about folding bikes. David was just awesome. I mean he spent like an hour going over the pros and cons of certain bikes, adding his own little stories making you want to leave the place with a bike for each day of the week. The store is very small, although very organized. If you want to buy a folding bike this is seriously the place, and whether you deal with Steve or David you will not be disappointed. read more

B-fold is terrific - it's a well-stocked Folding Bicycle store with excellent customer service, and David who runs it is really nice and very ethical. As one can see from their customers, it's not all about the sale, but a place for making the right choice for you. They have quite a few lines of folding bicycles, all with their own different advantages/disadvantages. I found out about Bfold through word of mouth from another happy customer. BTW, I'm anything but a conventional girl. In lieu of an engagement ring, I received a Brompton - it's Titanium. D read more

Bfold is located under the stairs of a walk up, so it's easy to miss if you're not looking out for it on the south side of the street. The shop is devoted to folding bicycles. Steven, David and Peter were all really genuine, conscientious and nice guys. David, the owner of the store, has built his business over 10 years and started out going to England to buy Bromptons and bringing them back to NYC to sell. Steven himself owns 4 Bromptons and started a Brompton-owners riding club called Brummie Yummie in NY. You can tell these guys really love folding bikes and know a lot about them. I agree with other reviewers that the sales style of this place is not pushy. They certainly help you figure out what you need and what is worth getting, but don't try to sell you the kitchen sink - which is good given that this stuff isn't cheap. Prices were more or less in line with what we researched online (maybe $ or 10 less here and there for accessories) and at the time we went, they had good inventory. Given that we were told elsewhere that there is a 7 week lead time for your bromptons, that was convenient for us. Needless to say, we kind of fell into an irrational love of this bicycle. We have never ridden bikes around the streets of NYC but now we're definitely going to be learning. read more

These guys are stellar. Everyone is very helpful. Steve gave me a lot of good information and helped me to choose a Brompton bike that fits my needs. There was no sales pressure and he actually offered me a few suggestions to help me save more money. David is very nice as well. They will definitely work with you as far as deposits and payments which is great considering that some of the bikes are very expensive. Everyone in the shop was welcoming and honest. I highly recommend Bfold for their customer service and bike selections. By the way, you can order customized Bromptons from them and they offer other folding bikes such as Dahon, Tern, Pacific, eyc. read more

I was apprehensive and cautious as I took the steps down and wondering if this was even a store. Most stores for anything these days in the city rely on pushing you to purchase so they can starting pushing the next person that walked in. This is not the case with Bfold. On a recommendation to go to this shop before making any purchase on a folding bike, I stepped inside. The room was full of bikes, parts, etc. Peter was quick to jump up and help. Again I will reiterate that the staff answered every single last question and didn't pressure me once to buy the bike. I had plans on buying a Brompton but after riding that at another retailer, I took his advice on the Dahon Vitesse D7. It was perfect and exactly the commuter bike I needed. I took for a quick test spin and upon arriving back again, no pressure again. Every last question was answered and even as I was finishing up the paperwork and 3 other people waiting, he took the time to show me the bag cover for the bike and how to fold and unfold and waited until I got it right myself. Way to show a New Yorker some dose of what it's like to hold customer service to the highest regard. A very rare trait indeed and a truly rare bike store in NYC. read more

I purchased my Tern Eclipse P20 4 years ago and that was a great experience- David is really knowledgeable and helpful. Today he completed a tune up. I have had tune ups done closer to home but felt it was time to bring the bike back to its origin. His does excellent work. That, along with the upgrade he suggested have me riding happier than ever. Thank you David. read more

i've been a bfold customer since 2009, when i bought my brompton there. let me just advise you that if you ride a brompton (or any folding bike for that matter), go straight to bfold for servicing and maintenance. david lam is the man and forget the rest of it. i must've reviewed bfold previously at some point, and god knows david doesn't need my recommendation, but i thought what the heck might as well weigh in again; bfold is the place for folding bicycles, there is nothing more to say. read more

I love this place. First of all, it's a fun NYC experience. The store has got an amazing selection of folding bicycles. More importantly, the service quality is amazing. They know their stuff, and will fix your bike quickly at a reasonable price. read more

David assisted me in purchasing a new bike this past year and I have loved it! He spent the extra personal time to select the right bike for my needs and has helped me with various accessories during my return visits. You can tell he has a wealth of experience and is genuinely just a good dude. Highly recommended! read more

Extremely patient, definitely gave me the full tour on Dahon vs. brompton even with all of my silly questions. They are very realistic and stopped me from spending a million dollars...even though I spent quite a bit, not their fault, bromptons!!!! Anyway I will be a life long customer! read more

Ordered two Brompton's from Bfold, David (the owner) has been working on Brompton's for 9-years (2012) and is extremely knowledgeable. He customized one Brompton for me in the store and ordered one from the UK, instead of waiting for 14-weeks (what other stores were offering) he was able to order it in 4-6 weeks. If you live outside of NYC or the state, highly recommend you order since you don't pay the state and city taxes. read more

The people at BFold are extremely helpful and knowledgeable about folding bikes and accessories. When I needed a case for my Dahon Mu P8 and every other bike shop I called had them on back order, the gentleman with whom I spoke at BFold knew of an alternative that was in stock, would work equally well, and turned out to be less expensive. He even helped me disassemble my bike and fit it into the case on short notice. Plus, they have a Transportation Alternatives discount (though he said 5%, not the 10% advertised on TA's site). Bottom line: excellent service and selection for a specialized market. I'll be buying from them again. read more

4 F's: Fast, friendly, fair pricing and flexible: I don't even have a folding bike and the fixed mine for me. read more

Great little place, not pushy, got the bike for me rather than the one I thought I'd wanted - David and Peter were patient and helpful, and the bike I got is a trip. Thanks dudes. Hey everyone - buy your folder here! And David, my address for the commission will be posted elsewhere . . . nah, just kidding - since I got the bike, I rarely have time to get my mail. read more

I had my folding bike tuned up at Bfold. Tune up: $85 They have a great selection of folding bicycles, and I even got to try out the Strida for the first time. I decided against the Strida, but I'll be back to get tips on how to better maintain my bike. These guys seem knowledgable, and there seem to be a steady flow of people streaming in and out with their folding bikes. People come in here with their folding bikes to chat with them too, I've noticed. Nice guys, good service. read more

BFold is an essential part of the NYC bike community fabric. Dave, the owner was incredibly knowledgeable (from a rider, mechanic, and owner perspective) and indulged my numerous questions about the pros and cons of various features of several foldable ebikes brands and models. His focus on facts and giving unbiased opinions backed with examples helped me decide on the best bike for my needs and goals. There was no hard selling, just solid info that you can trust. Thank you for being so patient and helpful! You have a happy customer that will spread the word and keep coming back! read more

A folding bike in NYC is so helpful: it transforms like those robots into a very tight package I can take up the elevator in my apt. building and takes up almost no real estate in my tiny studio. I've been a Brompton fan for years and finally had the funds to buy my B - a dream come true. Everyone at BFOLD was helpful and lets customers ride around the block and try folding and unfolding different models (not just Bromptons, but tons of different models and folding mechanisms). Their enthusiasm is infectious. Anyway a couple of years now and I am still so happy with my B and have referred many interested people to BFOLD. read more