keraba
06-28-07, 08:53 PM
I was curious if anyone knew the spacing of the back fork of a Dahon Boardwalk D1. I was thinking of throwing a 3 or 7 speed hubgear on it, making a nice commuter out of an inexpensive folder.
Thanks
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spambait11
06-28-07, 09:24 PM
It's about 110mm. Folder Fanatic did the mod you're speaking of with an SA 3-speed hub. They had to spread the rear chain stays a bit.
folder fanatic
06-29-07, 11:00 AM
I was curious if anyone knew the spacing of the back fork of a Dahon Boardwalk D1. I was thinking of throwing a 3 or 7 speed hubgear on it, making a nice commuter out of an inexpensive folder.
Thanks
It's about 110mm. Folder Fanatic did the mod you're speaking of with an SA 3-speed hub. They had to spread the rear chain stays a bit.
That is correct, I did. And for me, I felt that the price was worth it (I had my bike shop do it rather than attempt it myself for safety reasons). It doubled the price, but I had complete control over the choices I did to that bike. I still have it and ride it on occaision. Read Sheldon Brown's article on "Cold Pressing" for more information on the process of spreading the rear chain stays and the fork. And see below for more detailed descriptions of my bike's conversion and photos.
Please let me know if and when you actually do the conversion and how you like it.
Thanks
It's about 110mm. Folder Fanatic did the mod you're speaking of with an SA 3-speed hub. They had to spread the rear chain stays a bit.
That is correct, I did. And for me, I felt that the price was worth it (I had my bike shop do it rather than attempt it myself for safety reasons). It doubled the price, but I had complete control over the choices I did to that bike. I still have it and ride it on occaision. Read Sheldon Brown's article on "Cold Pressing" for more information on the process of spreading the rear chain stays and the fork. And see below for more detailed descriptions of my bike's conversion and photos.
Please let me know if and when you actually do the conversion and how you like it.
keraba
07-02-07, 09:38 AM
Please let me know if and when you actually do the conversion and how you like it.
Once someone said it was 110mm, I knew that a hubgear wouldn't fit without modification. I only wanted to do it if were a drop-in.
Instead, I dropped by a LBS and they were discounting one of last year's Piccolos. I figured "perfect" so I picked that up instead. Love it so far.
Once someone said it was 110mm, I knew that a hubgear wouldn't fit without modification. I only wanted to do it if were a drop-in.
Instead, I dropped by a LBS and they were discounting one of last year's Piccolos. I figured "perfect" so I picked that up instead. Love it so far.
tcs
07-02-07, 11:13 AM
Once someone said it was 110mm, I knew that a hubgear wouldn't fit without modification.
Steel frame: no big deal to fit a Sturmey 3 or 8 speed or a SRAM 3 or 5.
Best,
TCS
Steel frame: no big deal to fit a Sturmey 3 or 8 speed or a SRAM 3 or 5.
Best,
TCS
folder fanatic
07-02-07, 12:58 PM
Steel frame: no big deal to fit a Sturmey 3 or 8 speed or a SRAM 3 or 5.
Best,
TCS
Once someone said it was 110mm, I knew that a hubgear wouldn't fit without modification. I only wanted to do it if were a drop-in.
Instead, I dropped by a LBS and they were discounting one of last year's Piccolos. I figured "perfect" so I picked that up instead. Love it so far.
I think buying the Piccolo is the better choice for you, Keraba. The 2006 Piccolo is the last of that line of model which Dahon offers. And marking it down makes it more attractive and cheaper than if you modified a Boardwalk S1. When I modified my Boardwalk, I did so since I did not like the Piccolo model of that year (2003). Your Piccolo is made of steel and still can be modified if you choose to later. When I bought mine (the same model and year), the only change or modification I did was adding a saddle of my choice. Not only it added suspension and comfort to me, I bought one that had a slight blemish (the plastic cover has a dimple) that does not effect the life of the saddle-and it only cost me $10.00 extra. And I think it adds a little color and spark to it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/world-of-folding-bicycles/351133240/in/set-72157594325178229/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/world-of-folding-bicycles/351133240/in/set-72157594325178229/)
I hope you have many years of enjoyment with your new bike. Good Luck.
Best,
TCS
Once someone said it was 110mm, I knew that a hubgear wouldn't fit without modification. I only wanted to do it if were a drop-in.
Instead, I dropped by a LBS and they were discounting one of last year's Piccolos. I figured "perfect" so I picked that up instead. Love it so far.
I think buying the Piccolo is the better choice for you, Keraba. The 2006 Piccolo is the last of that line of model which Dahon offers. And marking it down makes it more attractive and cheaper than if you modified a Boardwalk S1. When I modified my Boardwalk, I did so since I did not like the Piccolo model of that year (2003). Your Piccolo is made of steel and still can be modified if you choose to later. When I bought mine (the same model and year), the only change or modification I did was adding a saddle of my choice. Not only it added suspension and comfort to me, I bought one that had a slight blemish (the plastic cover has a dimple) that does not effect the life of the saddle-and it only cost me $10.00 extra. And I think it adds a little color and spark to it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/world-of-folding-bicycles/351133240/in/set-72157594325178229/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/world-of-folding-bicycles/351133240/in/set-72157594325178229/)
I hope you have many years of enjoyment with your new bike. Good Luck.
Sammyboy
07-03-07, 04:16 AM
Read Sheldon Brown's article on "Cold Pressing" for more information on the process of spreading the rear chain stays and the fork.
That's cold setting. Cold pressing is something to do with the creation of olive oil.
That's cold setting. Cold pressing is something to do with the creation of olive oil.
Dahon.Steve
07-03-07, 07:17 AM
I met a couple of people who put hub gears on their boardwalk. Dahon used to make a 3 speed Boardwalk type model but I guess it didn't sell well so they went back to the derailluer.
folder fanatic
07-03-07, 11:27 AM
I don't have the money to drop on a Brompton or a Merc, and technically I'm a little over the max weight too. The 20 is doing fine for now, I'm a big enough lad to carry it with no trouble, have no desire to take it on buses or the underground, and I'm really not having any problems with it on the train. I think alu rims, and a set of dual pivot brakes are in order, as is a longer seatpost. I can do all that for £100, probably, a third the cost of a Merc, so it's hard to see the justification for paying out!
That's cold setting. Cold pressing is something to do with the creation of olive oil.
Whatever. As I said before, I did not do the actual modifications-I left that in the hands of my chosen bike shop. I just glance through that article once a long time ago to see if it could be done. I am a doer, not get hung up on how poor I am or how the cards are dealt to me. I might not have alot to work with, but I was able to manage my few items my father left me, save my sister and brother from the streets (both are university educated unemployed professionals), save the house from losing it, and buy a Brompton and a Piccolo (there are no used bikes anymore around here; unless they are stolen) while living in one of the most expensive areas to live in anywhere. Right now I have my health to worry about and I admit it could be distracting from fine detail that I usually do in researching terms.
That's cold setting. Cold pressing is something to do with the creation of olive oil.
Whatever. As I said before, I did not do the actual modifications-I left that in the hands of my chosen bike shop. I just glance through that article once a long time ago to see if it could be done. I am a doer, not get hung up on how poor I am or how the cards are dealt to me. I might not have alot to work with, but I was able to manage my few items my father left me, save my sister and brother from the streets (both are university educated unemployed professionals), save the house from losing it, and buy a Brompton and a Piccolo (there are no used bikes anymore around here; unless they are stolen) while living in one of the most expensive areas to live in anywhere. Right now I have my health to worry about and I admit it could be distracting from fine detail that I usually do in researching terms.
Sammyboy
07-03-07, 12:57 PM
Sorry - that came across snarky, and wasn't supposed to be. I was just concerned that it would be hard to find on Sheldon's site without the right name. However, it came across snarky, and for that, I apologise.
folder fanatic
07-05-07, 01:40 PM
Sorry - that came across snarky, and wasn't supposed to be. I was just concerned that it would be hard to find on Sheldon's site without the right name. However, it came across snarky, and for that, I apologise.
That is o.k. I have been a bit overstretched lately.
That is o.k. I have been a bit overstretched lately.
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