Introducing the brand new Tern Node range

Tern Launches New Large-Wheel Urban Bike Platform

Node bikes use 507 mm tire size that rides big, but packs small.

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – August 20, 2013 – Urban transport specialist, Tern, today introduced its new Node bike platform designed around the 507 mm tire size. Node bikes deliver the ride quality of a full-size bike while still packing small for convenient transport and storage.

“Most folding bikes on the market feature smaller 16" or 20" wheels," stated Eric Lin, Tern senior product manager. “These bikes can fold really small, and if you do a good design job, the ride quality can be great. But the handling is still different from a traditional full-size bike. We’re a bit greedy — we wanted big bike handling with a small-wheel fold — so we developed the Node. Riders get the best of both worlds.”
Node bikes can be folded in under ten seconds and, with Tern’s N-fold technology, have the same footprint as most 20" wheel folding bikes. The Node’s larger wheels and stiffer frame better accommodates big and tall riders. The bikes are designed for riders of up to 115 kg (254 lb) and 195 cm (6’5").

Designed to help connect the transport dots, Node bikes are made for urban transportation and incorporate all the details that might be expected: fittings for mudguards and racks, dynamo light options, Reflex tires with puncture protection, and ergonomic grips. Some models even get the award-winning BioLogic PostPump 2.0 seatpost, a seatpost with an integrated high-capacity floor pump. Node bikes are perfect for bridging the first and last mile between the park-and-ride, subway, or bus line.

Two Node models will be available:

Node D7i 
The Node D7i is everything a rider needs for urban transport. It uses the dependable Shimano 7-speed internal gear hub for low maintenance. Fully equipped, it comes with mudguards, rack, chain protection (for trousers or dresses), dynamo-powered light, and BioLogic PostPump 2.0 seatpost.

Node D8 
The Node D8 is designed for all-purpose urban transport. The bike features an eight-speed Neos low-profile derailleur drivetrain and is easily customized for weather protection and cargo capacity.

The Node D7i and Node D8 will be shipping in the fourth quarter of 2013 and available in South Africa in 2014.

Commuter cycling in South Africa on the rise

Great article published this morning by Sunday Times contributor Anton Crone - read it here.

African cities are changing and it's clear that bicycles are going to have a large part to play in their development. Tern South Africa is very privileged to be part of that solution. The future is indeed a bright one.

The Undisputed King of Folding Bike Racing - and he rides a Tern

Keith Henderson is on of the world's fastest men on a folding bike.

A long-time Tern supporter Keith won the folding bike race at the London Bike Show in January, again took first place on a modified Verge X20 at the IG London Nocturne Folding Bike race held on June 6.

Nice work Keith

Love D8 art

Newbie Tern Link D8 owner Roulé works in a very creative environment. Her colleague, Melissa, challenges herself by doing an illustration every morning - and this morning the brand new Tern Link D8 in the office got the artistic treatment.

Think we're going to need to frame this one for the shop.

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How important is colour when you choose your bicycle?

The Tern Link D8 is a classic urban bike for everyday trips around a city like Cape Town. It's sexy, has 8 gears, folds up into ball in seconds and rides as smooth as a stream flowing over a moss covered pebble. 

But what about the colour?  

We personally love it in white and pink, but dig the black and yellow too. Would it be greedy to have difference colours of the same bike for different occasions? 

Check out the rest of the Tern Link D8 colour palette here.

Ilana with her new Tern Joe C21

You might really want a great full-sized bike, but wouldn't mind one that can fold up and get thrown onto the back seat of a small car (bike racks are expensive and a little awkward if you just want to pop down to the promenade for a quick sunset cruise).

The solution is the Tern Joe C21 - with 26-inch wheels and a handy folding trick when not being used as a bike. Perfection with wheels.

Bus drivers not folding?

The South African bus drivers strike doesn't seem to be ending any time soon. If you're all out of ideas of how to get to work, perhaps give us a shout.