How much difference would you say a C line/ P line explore have compared with T line explore? Is it worth it to get one just for recreational cycling?
by Ok_Lingonberry_2526
How much difference would you say a C line/ P line explore have compared with T line explore? Is it worth it to get one just for recreational cycling?
by Ok_Lingonberry_2526
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The T line will ride a touch nicer and be lighter but it’s a hell of a price increase compared to any other Brompton. For a recreational cyclist if you really like it and can afford it sure go for it but there’s very little inherent improvement over a P line except it being lighter.
T-Line owner here: for recreational cycling, the P-Line is more than enough. T-Line is only for people who are super into titanium, have to carry their bike A LOT, and don’t care about the price because of things like Job-bike etc. I think from just riding, there is a difference (have ridden a superlight, equivalent to now P-Line before) but it does not reflect in price.
Not being subject to rust is another bug plus is it? Or you can perform anti rust measures to the pLine easily ?
recently bought a T-Line. had a M2R previously.
The two things which most impress me – It looks bloody cool and more modern compared to the traditional Brompton style.
This is the big one for me. It is crazy light. having lived with the M2R for a few years it was driving me mad how heavy it was. not necessarily when i was riding, more when you’re folding it and carrying it, especially when you’ve got a bag to consider too. The weight whilst riding is a non-issue once you put a 70kg+ person on top. but sub 8kg is really easy to manage when you’re off the bike.
if you can afford it and you don’t do it, you’ll be remorseful!
I bought my T-Line (12-speed) last year – had a C-Line 6-speed before it.. Short answer: The difference between C-Line and T-Line is vast.. If you got the money, get the T-Line, even for recreational cycling.. You’ll already have all the advantages of T-Line in the future, if you decide to do more than casual biking..
I definitely don’t regret buying the T..
If you can afford it, and have a good use case then the T line is 💯 worth every one of the “billions “ of pennies that it costs. I have a C line for every day use which itself is magical-it is kitted out for comfort including 6 speed and a Brooks B67 saddle. I have no regrets with my C line but when I test rode a T line it was so much lighter to ride and carry, I bought it on the spot and use it for quick trips to the office, and to pickup a few things shopping. It’s also great for a quick trip to the beach. 🏖️. One thing to watch out for with the T line is you immediately notice the weight increase if you start adding stuff to it unlike myC line that is already pushing 32 pounds 😅