The Pacific Cycles IF Mode is one amazing folding bicycle and one incredible work of art. Its clockwork folding mechanism is naturally fluid and smooth, a radical design, unmatched among folding bikes. When folded it has the clean sculptural lines of a work of modern art, when unfolded it suggests the future of green transportation. The elegant enclosure of all its mechanical workings and shock absorbing s-shaped frame catch the eye and draw you towards it. The IF Mode bicycle is truly unique, sure to inspire you with every ride.
The IF Mode is the most stunning folding bike we have ever seen. Mark Sanders, designer of the unique Strida folding bike, worked together with Ryan Carroll and Michael Lin of Pacific Cycles to make this amazing folding bike a reality. This is definitely their coolest design to date. It's like the Aston Martin of Folding bikes.
The fully integrated drive system is maintenance free and keeps dirt and grease out of sight, and with its 2 speed drive system, shifting gears is a matter of clicking your heels (no ruby slippers required)! Read our review for a closer look at some of the features.
If you love attractive designs and want to get around in style the IF Mode is for you. Because it folds into a small portable package it is great if you need to take it into the office or in a car. This is a very cool and unique folding bike.
| IF Mode folding bike Specifications | |
| Folded Dimensions | 16.5"(42cm) (H) x 9.8" (25cm) (W) x 39.3" (100cm) (L) |
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| Weight | 32.4 lbs (14.7 kg) |
| Frame | Pacific AL7005 Monocoque frame w/ single swingarm |
| Fork | Pacific AL7005 single arm |
| Color | White |
| Headset | Ball Bearings f35x17x10mm |
| BB | Speed Drive integrated |
| Seat post | Promax SP-728 AL 2014 31.6x400mm |
| Tires | Kenda Kwick Roller Sport 26x1.5” (40-559) |
| Rims | Pressed Aluminum Alloy Tri-spoke 26x1.5” 28H |
| Hub | KT sealed bearings for single arm frame |
| Chainwheel | Speed Drive 27T w/CG |
| Freewheel | 15T sprocket |
| Derailleur | Schlumpf Speed Drive dual speed system |
| Shifter | Heel push bottom on BB axle |
| Saddle | Velo VL-2064 Tan |
| Pedals | Folding |
| Handlebars | Pacific IF Mode Folding |
| Stem | Integrated CNC to front fork |
| Brakes | Mechanical Disc Brake w/160mm rotors |
| Brake Lever | Mechanical disc brake lever |
Whistles and Bells? From the extremely loud Air-Zounds Air Horn, to the sublime and soothing extra large Ding-dong bells, there's an audible signal for every ride. We carry the world renowned battery powered Mega Horn, and be sure to check our 'Mr. Sumo', a NYCeWheels favorite.
Don't get left flat! It's always a good idea to carry a pump and some patches to keep the ride alive. We've tested them all and picked the best pumps to meet the specific needs of the electric bike and scooter rider. You'll also find an assortment of adapters and extensions to fit the wide variety of tubes used on electric rides.
A necessary accessory for any electric bike, scooter or folding bicycle. See and be seen when you make your scene! Check out our front and rear battery-powered lights. These are adaptable for almost any bicycle or scooter.
If you only own one riding accessory, make it a helmet. C'mon, everyone's doing it. Helmets look cool, and with advances in technology over the past few years they're less expensive and more comfortable than ever. While you're at it, why not show your love for your favorite e-power store with a NYCeWheels Official Test Pilot Vest! Viva Electricity!
Mounts to any seatpost with a quick release and is the perfect companion for any Topeak trunk.
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View DetailsThe Sunlite trunk bag fits perfectly on the rear rack of your bicycle. Strap it on with Velcro straps and load it up with your lock, work clothes, lunch, or whatever you like! The water resistant polyester keeps everything dry on rainy days
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When I first saw the IF Mode folding bike I thought I might be dreaming, and that was before I had a chance to ride it! Once I started unfolding it I was sure I was dreaming, I mean, it's just too cool to be real. Where else do you see such an incredible integration of art and function? To see how it stacks up against our other folding bikes, I took the Pacific Cycles IF Mode out for a ride around the trendy and chic streets of New York City's West Village.
The day before was actually the first time I had ever been able to bring a bike into my building. Usually, the building manager hassles me about it being a fire hazard or too dirty, but with the compact folded IF Mode bike he just watched me roll it right into the elevator without a word. So the next day I rolled the folded IF Mode out of the elevator, through the front door and into the morning sunshine. Unfolding the bike takes a little practice, but after a few tries it boils down to one fluid motion that takes about 20 seconds. First you raise the seat and open the handle bars, then a quick pendulum swing of the front wheel opens the frame. Finally, lock one lever in place and open the pedals and you're ready to go! Resisting the temptation to fold and unfolding it again just for fun, I hopped on and headed up 6th avenue.
The IF Mode handled very well and felt pretty much like a regular bike. Its full sized wheels smooth out some of the bumps in the road and make it a bit faster than some of the other folding bikes. Another great aspect of the design is the S-shaped frame which flexes slightly and absorbs shock. With a solid frame it handled some small potholes and rough pavement without making me feel like it was about to collapse. One of the most unique features of the IF Mode bicycle is its Swiss made Schlumpf 2 Speed Drive. This gearing system fits right between the pedals, inside the bottom bracket. With this drive system, you shift by tapping your heels against buttons on the side of the crank arms! That means you don't have to move your hands to shift, you just tap the right side to cruise and the left side to start up or climb hills. And even though I love going fast, I appreciated the IF Mode's front and rear disk brakes. I could stop on a dime.
I don't know about you, but I am tired of chain grease ruining my pants and getting all over my hands when I try to carry my bike up stairs or when putting it in a car. The IF Mode bicycle is designed with an enclosed drive train that keeps grease on the chain and off of you and your clothes. The design takes chain guards to the next level, fully enclosing the system, which minimizes contamination from dirt. This leaves your chain clean and running smoothly, ensuring that it will need little maintenance.
There is really no other folding bike like the Pacific IF Mode. Pacific Cycles has been designing amazing folding bikes for years, culminating in the IF Mode. It is a perfect fusion of art and function. You can hang it on the wall of your apartment like a piece of modern art and then take it out for a ride around the block. You can show it off to friends at parties or impress people out on the street with its smooth rapid folding action. The IF Mode bike is the iPhone of folding bikes: a fantastic innovative design, way ahead of its time that synthesizes function and style. It's the perfect compliment to the modern life style.
All in all, the IF Mode is an amazing product. It is more expensive than some other folding bikes, but it boasts an incredible unique design, and unmatched style. If you want the coolest folding bike on the market, one which will dazzle people with its design, the IF Mode is for you. So check out some awesome pictures and video of the Pacific Cycles IF Mode on our product page.
Traffic on 3rd Avenue slowed to a halt today as the new IF Mode folding bicycle sped down the shoulder of the road, causing motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists to stop and stare in wonder. The beautiful white finish of the bike contrasted sharply with anything else on the road, and it looked so solidly built it was hard to believe this was a folding bike. We caught up with Mark from NYCeWheels, who had the luxury of riding this glorious vehicle:
It was my day off, and with the gorgeous New York City weather (that's 40 degrees, for everyone in Florida and southern California), I figured it would be a great day for a bike ride. Our new IF Mode folding bike had also just arrived at the Areaware headquarters in Soho, so I thought why not ride it up to NYCeWheels and get a feel for the latest integrated folding technology?
Taking it out of the box, I noticed there was barely any maintenance required. I simply inflated the tires and I was ready to ride! The chain was completely enclosed, as well as the Schlumpf 2-gear shifter, built into the bottom bracket. Unfolding took four easy steps:
On the corner of Spring Street and Broadway, before I even started my ride, I was stopped by an avid cyclist:
"Wow, this is some bike! Is it folding?"
I assured him it did, and did a small demonstration on the street corner. He was impressed and asked about our shop. It turns out he lives 4 blocks away! Luckily, this is the demo bike, so I told him to stop in and ride it himself. He lifted it up and noted how light it was compared to most full-size mountain bikes.
So I departed from Soho and headed up 3rd Avenue going north. The gear spacing was amazing! Second gear was fast enough to keep up with traffic. It was tougher on hills, but the low first gear tackled any sort of incline with ease. So I was riding with traffic, using the disc brakes for any sudden stops. It was super-responsive!
I stopped at a traffic light on 42nd street and a bike messenger pulled up next to me.
"Wow, is that the IF Mode? I've only seen this in magazines. You're the first person I've seen riding it in real life. How does it feel?"
I told him it rode like a dream, and demonstrated the integrated gear shifting by kicking the button on the bottom bracket. As the light turned green and we parted ways, he told me he'd stop by our shop to check it out for himself.
Pulling into NYCeWheels, I was exhilarated. It had been one of the best bike rides I had taken in quite some time. The IF Mode doesn't even feel like a folding bike. It's solid, and it handled the rough New York City roads very well. It's about 30 pounds to lift, but the design of the fold allowed me to grasp it by the handle and just wheel it through the shop with no effort. It's so convenient.
Judging by the amount of interest on the street alone, I would bet that this bike is going to make an impact on New York commuters in the near future.
