Montague Paratrooper...

[freetour]

I'm just curious if anyone has any experience with this bike:  http://
montaguebikes.com/productpara.html.  It seems like it may work well for
touring.

[RussellSeaton]

A folding bike of questionable history priced at $695 for touring?  Hmmmm.  If you NEED folding, or the ability to pack into a small case, Bike Fridays have a proven history.  And the small wheels are somewhat standard items so spares are not too difficult to come by.  Lowest priced one would be about double the price of the item you cite.  S&S couplers are also proven.  Cost $400 plus repainting and shipping on an existing bike.

All of my overseas loaded tours were accomplished by getting a box from the bike shop, or airline on the return.  Putting the cheap but rugged and durable Trek 520 into it and taping the box up.  Traveled just fine.  If I was touring a couple times a year and had to fly to the start, then I could and would worry about getting a bike that fits into a small case or bag.  Or just start the tours from my own driveway, no transport necessary.  Or for US tours, drive to the start instead of flying.

For most people, a folding easily packed touring bike is a luxury that may not be needed or used but rarely.  I would not worry more about getting a proven, sound touring bike first, then worry if folding is worth it.