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TernNode
folding
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Origin
Introduced around 2020, the Node took a different design bet from the rest of the Tern folding range: 24-inch wheels. Larger than the ubiquitous 20-inch folder, the Node trades slightly bulkier folded dimensions for a noticeably more comfortable, stable ride over urban rough patches — closer in feel to a standard commuter bike but still foldable for transit.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Tern Node aluminum, OCL+ patented joint; 2 patented technologies, exceeds ISO 4210
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- Shimano Claris 1x8-speed external derailleur, 11-30T cassette
- Brakes
- V-brakes front and rear, aluminum construction, linear springs
- Wheels
- 24-inch (507 mm) doublewall aluminum rims
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The verdict
+Strengths
- 24-inch wheels give a noticeably smoother, more stable ride than 20-inch folders on rough city roads
- Integrated fenders and rack make it genuinely all-weather commuter-ready at purchase
- OCL+ hinge delivers premium rigidity even with the stress of larger wheels
−Weaknesses
- Folded dimensions (39 x 86 x 84 cm) are larger than 20-inch folders — less convenient on crowded trains
- V-brakes underperform in wet conditions compared to hydraulic disc alternatives
- Limited gearing range (8-speed Claris) for hilly terrain
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