Sp Furo: 22
At first glance, the SP Furo 22 looks like a premium folding bike. However, to categorize it solely as a "folder" would be a disservice. SP (which stands for "Speed Pedal" or in some markets, "Sport Pedal") has designed the Furo 22 to bridge the gap between a full-sized touring bike and a compact city cruiser.
The "22" in its name refers to the 22-inch wheel size. This is a strategic choice: 20-inch wheels (common on folders like Brompton or Dahon) are agile but can feel twitchy at high speeds, while 26-inch wheels add too much bulk to a folded package. The 22-inch wheels on the SP Furo 22 offer a "Goldilocks" solution—providing the roll-over momentum of a larger wheel with the compactness of a small folder.
The "SP Furo 22" refers to the 2006 Boston Whaler 22 Dauntless Special Edition. In the maritime industry, Boston Whaler is synonymous with "unsinkable" engineering, and the 2006 22 Dauntless represents the pinnacle of their versatile bay-boat lineup. The "SP" (Special Edition) designation indicates a factory-curated package that included premium upgrades—such as a heavier-duty trailer, specific seating configurations, and electronics options—offering buyers a "turn-key" experience. This model is widely regarded as one of the most reliable and versatile dual-purpose boats, capable of handling both shallow inshore fishing and offshore family cruising. sp furo 22
When searching for an SP Furo 22, be aware of generational changes. Version 2 (2022-present) features:
Price Range: New units retail between $850 and $1,200 USD. Used models in good condition range from $500 to $750. At first glance, the SP Furo 22 looks
The rain hadn't stopped for three days.
Detective Ren Sato stood at the edge of the Furo District, watching water cascade down the old concrete walkways like rivers finding new paths through a city that had forgotten how to drain itself. The neon signs of the shopping arcades flickered behind him, their reflections bleeding into the flooded streets below. Price Range: New units retail between $850 and $1,200 USD
"SP Furo 22," he muttered, reading the designation on the folder in his hand for the hundredth time.
Special Project. Furo District. Case 22.
It was a number that meant nothing to anyone outside the precinct basement. To those who worked the forgotten cases — the ones that didn't make the evening news and never would — it was the file that refused to stay closed.
SP claims a weight of 10.8 kg (23.8 lbs) for the Furo 22. On our scales, the Alfine build came in at 11.2 kg including pedals. That is still remarkably light for a bike with an internal gear hub and disc brakes. You can carry this up three flights of stairs without breaking a sweat.