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Front carrier block + bag = essential. Ignore the rear rack.
Don’t buy it from Evans, it probably won’t be built properly....
6 speed is the fastest, hardly any weight penalty against a 3 and you will mostly have the gear you want. I rode 2 speed for a long time but back to 6 and I don’t regret it!
My OH went 6,3,6 and is happy again.
100% mudguards.
Go to a good local dealer, have her test all 4 handlebar types, then go through every option.
Ergon grips out the box, I’ll happily cut some to suit the M/H type via sjscycles.co.uk if you message me.
If you not sure, ask.
Blatant spam - sjscycles.co.uk have some discounted healthily right now, also will build anything you want from a few changes, custom paint, black editions to Rohloff and disc brakes...
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@maynardeames is right on all counts
my only other advice is a pair of Vans, which I think is a much better upgrade than any titanium part
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Dear Brompton Owners - HELP!
My wife wants to buy a Brompton for her daily commute from East to Central. Unlikely to use it for much else, maybe the occasional local Sunday jolly. She carries a massive suitcase-sized handbag.
Apart from needing a front rack and mudguards, what else do i need to know about buying a Brompton???
I've tried to convince her to go SS but i think she wants a 3-speed. Any reason to go for 6-speed?
What are the other options, apart from bars and saddle?
And does it matter where I buy?
all sensible suggestions and help welcome.