Ollie Bridgewood has gotten his hands on no ordinary Brompton! 🔥 It's been painstakingly modified to be incredibly light—shedding a staggering 6–7 kg compared to a standard Brompton model. The attention to detail throughout this build is mind-blowing. Join Ollie as he breaks down every feature of this crazy bike!
⏱️ Timestamps: ⏱️
00:00 This is the lightest Brompton we've ever seen!
00:44 Weight
02:12 What makes this Brompton lighter than the standard?
05:56 Cable Modification
07:04 Freehub Sound Check
07:26 What are the main weight savings on here?
11:41 How did Oleg (from @TwistedWheels) modify the cables?
13:42 Axles & Rear Derailleur
14:46 3D-Printed Titanium Hinges
15:19 How much does it cost to modify a Brompton like this?
16:30 Conclusion
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