Giatex uses its patented Stretching Frame Technology to provide higher stability and riding comfort than many other folding bicycles on the market. This award winning technology allows the front section of the frame to slide through the rear frame when the bike needs to be compacted for storage or travel. This brings the front wheel closer to the rear wheel. Because the frame tubes aren't cut in half and then joined by a hinge like many other folding bikes it means the Giatex frame provides a very stable and sturdy ride. The stretching system developed by Giatex is the first of its kind in the world.
Compact Wheels
 The lower rotating mass of the small wheels, compared to conventional bikes, facilitates faster acceleration. The shorter spokes on the smaller wheels make them stiffer and stronger than larger wheels. The center of gravity of the bike is lowered also, resulting in superior stability. Smaller wheels also reduce the overall length of the bicycle, making it more compact, lighter and easier to transport.
Zinc Plated Hi-Ten Steel + Stainless Steel Frame
 Giatex frames are made from zinc plated High Tensile steel with a Stainless Steel sliding top frame tube. This provides the ideal combination of strength and durability but at a fraction of the cost of more expensive metals like titanium. Giatex's unique design means the bicycles are lightweight also - the 16" model weighs only 12kg and the 20" model weighs 14kg.
Giatex's unique frame design allows riders of all ages and sizes to ride the same bicycle. The low frame tube height means Giatex bicycles can be ridden equally and easily by men, women, children and seniors.
Adjustable Handlebars
 Different riders will require different riding positions. Some may want their handlebars higher for easy cruising and less strain on their back, shoulders and neck while others may want them lower for a more aerodynamic position over longer rides or even lower when adjusted for children. All Giatex bicycles feature handlebars that can be quickly and easily adjusted to a riders desired height in seconds with no tools required. It's just a matter of releasing the Quick Release, setting the bars to the desired height and resecuring the Q/R.
Shimano Derailleurs
 Committed to quality, Giatex uses Shimano components on its 6 and 8 speed bikes. Current 6 speed models use the ever reliable TY-18 rear derailleur while te 8 speed uses the Shimano Acera derailleur. Both models feature the easy to use Shimano Revo-Shift gear change system. The Revo-Shift system allows riders to keep the hands comfortable on the handlebar grips while twisting the half grip to change gears. Senior riders may find this system very user friendly if they are not used to gear changeing on a bike.
Folding Pedals
 Giatex bikes are fitted as standard with tough alloy / composite folding pedals which keeps the bike width much narrower when it needs to be packed away for storage or travel. Because the bike can be kept flatter it's easier to store inside your car or motorhome. Also when you're carrying the bike in the bag you don't have an annoying pedal sticking into your leg or side of you body which can be uncomfortable!
Brakes
Giatex bikes are fitted front and rear with V-Brakes for the ultimate in modern stopping power. These brakes are easily serviced and consumables such as brake pads are available from all bicycle shops.
Saddle
Giatex bicycles are fitted with a comfortable, well padded waterproof saddle.
Long Seat Post
Just because a Giatex bicycle can be compressed into a small, portable size, it doesn't mean that it can't handle riders over 6 feet tall. Giatex seat posts can be extended in seconds to accommodate even the tallest of riders, up to 6'4". Just as easily, the seat post can be lowered to accommodate shorter riders and children.
Easy to Service
While Giatex has a unique frame design, we are also aware that with extended use your Giatex bicycle (or any bicycle) will need periodic service and replacement of worn parts. With that in mind, we designed the Giatex bicycles so that most parts are standard in the bicycle industry and can be replaced with off the shelf items carried by your local bicycle dealer.
Custom components (such as the frame) will be available through authorized service centers or local bicycle shops who can order the parts directly from Giatex Cycles Australasia Pty Ltd.
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