u/Ok_Oil_7718

Know there's been similar posts here but would appreciate some advice.

Quick background: Two years out of college, recently started a job that aligns quite well with my interests. The role isn't perfect but the industry feels right and I thought I could shape the scope over time.

The complication: I was awarded a Fulbright ETA in Southeast Asia. Applied multiple times. Don't have a strong draw to teaching English specifically but still feels like one of those YOLO things. So part of the question is if I want to go abroad eventually - which I do - is now the right time and is this the right way?

The case for declining that I keep coming back to: teaching feels orthogonal to what I'm building toward long term. I don't want to become a teacher, don't think I "need" grad school, and think the current role I have now is either close to what I'd want to return to and/or sets me up for more of what I want.

I would love some insight from ETA alums or just Fulbrighters in general on what to do. Not looking for "only you can decide." did ETAs without a strong teaching draw still find the year worth it? Looking for honest takes from people who've been close to this choice.

Just moved to the city and trying to figure out the best folding bike setup for my situation. Planning to use it mainly for commuting but also want to do longer rides out to other boroughs occasionally.

I'm 5'9", around 150lbs, and not a total newbie but haven't biked regularly in a few years so I'm definitely shaking off some rust.

I keep hearing Brompton is the gold standard. I'm willing to spend the money if its a perfect and the only fit for my needs. I've also been looking at Dahon and Bike Friday as alternatives.

My main use case is subway + bike combos on the commute, plus weekends riding to Brooklyn, Queens, etc. NYC streets are rough so I want something that can handle potholes without rattling my teeth out.

Any advice from fellow NYC folding bike people would be super appreciated.