Perhaps you use the train frequently or don't have a secure place to leave your bike while at work. Then consider a folding bike that can be taken pretty much wherever you go. There are plenty on the market at the moment but our favourite remains the Brompton: the nearest thing to origami on two wheels.

We find this has the finest balance of ease-of-folding to ride quality available on the market… and at an affordable price. Moreover, after 17 years, the company has now radically broadened the range of accessories and upgrades available. These include: super-light titanium parts, new handle bar designs offering a range of riding positions and one-, two-, three- & six-speed options.

Some sample standard (steel frame) models:

Here are a few of our favourite/most popular models:

M3L: £575. Comes with mudguards and folding left-hand pedal. For long term fans, this one is the equivalent of the old L3. Multiple luggage options available.

P6R: £685. Six gears, touring handlebars for a variety of hand positions, and a luggage rack.

S2L: £585. The basic S-type is all black and comes as a 2-speed with a Vitesse saddle and Pentaclip

& A Couple of Superlights:

M2L-X. A two-speed with superlight frame and titanium seat-post; a folding-pedal axle and hi-leverage front brake caliper (non-dual pivot). For those who want the riding position of an M-type in superlight form.

P6R-XDL …top of the range: 6-speed, rack, hub-dynamo system, kevlar reflective tyres, vitesse saddle and a full complement of titanium parts.