Tue, 10 Aug 2004 17:25:09 +0200,
, Elisa Francesca Roselli
wrote:

I have started to dream of longer runs, bike touring in beautiful
holiday places. But this almost always seems to mean renting an
unfamiliar bike locally and getting used to its idiosynchracies.

Since you aren't seeking the instant foldability of a true folding
bike, have a look at the Bike Friday line. They come with their own
travel case that converts to a trailer for your luggage.
--
zk