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06-14-12, 07:01 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,812
Posted By rench123

front rack made from recycled materials. the...

front rack made from recycled materials.
the welded square tubing was from a discarded computer desk. the struts are metal tubes from an old ironing board. Hose clamp connects the two parts.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-12, 03:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 20,993
Posted By rench123

247665 did a mockup of the folded rhine vs...

247665

did a mockup of the folded rhine vs folded birdy based on wheelsize, seems that the 20" wheels make a bit of a difference as one would expect. At arond 630usd for the "low-end" and 730...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-27-12, 11:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 20,993
Posted By rench123

RHINE: birdy copy with 20" wheels

Rhine seems to be a Birdy with 20" wheels.

This is available in the philippines from this website: http://peerlessbike.blogspot.com/2011/06/go-bike-halfway-p18.html

I am not connected to them...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-11, 08:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,097
Posted By rench123

looks good! Can you post detail photos? Seems...

looks good! Can you post detail photos? Seems like to fit in the small case, you have to disassemble the top and downtube as well.
Do you have a photo of the bike in the case?
09-26-11, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 806
Posted By rench123

for loading cargo, the quixote and the retrotec...

for loading cargo, the quixote and the retrotec longtail.
as a bike that i want to have, it's a tossup between Ahearn and Chris King's Cielo.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-11, 09:02 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,034
Posted By rench123

hey Iief, does the bike fit? At 6'2", I would...

hey Iief, does the bike fit? At 6'2", I would guess that the seatpost is way extended. Can you extend your leg all the way while pedaling?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 942
Posted By rench123

http://www.xootr.com/swift-suitcase-packing-instru...

http://www.xootr.com/swift-suitcase-packing-instructions.html

http://www.xootr.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/swift/suitcasePacking/addRearWheelSmall.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-11, 11:16 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,565
Posted By rench123

my set up would be similar to this:...

my set up would be similar to this:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-11, 11:53 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,565
Posted By rench123

You're welcome. I remember seeing that montague...

You're welcome. I remember seeing that montague some time ago when i was looking for something similar to what you are looking for - a folding travel bike.

To complete the kit, I would have a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-11, 10:55 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 14,220
Posted By rench123

NaH, it'll probably be a prince harry wedding...

NaH, it'll probably be a prince harry wedding edition for 2013!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-11, 10:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,565
Posted By rench123

here's a guy that packed his bike and other...

here's a guy that packed his bike and other travel stuff into two airline approved suitcases - the montague merits some consideration:

http://wheelsdown.wordpress.com/2008/11/01/getting-packed/...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-02-11, 09:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,303
Posted By rench123

here's the hummer bike at weight weenies: ...

here's the hummer bike at weight weenies: http://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=533791

more photos and component specs. KCNC all over, mrazek brakes, dura ace and xtr...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-02-11, 08:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,603
Posted By rench123

best to go to a bike shop. getting a frame that...

best to go to a bike shop. getting a frame that fits is important if you want to enjoy cycling.

don't get that folding bike you posted. like they said, cheap, heavy components that will break...
12-04-10, 10:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,478
Posted By rench123

Not mine

Sorry, I forgot to mention that the image I attached wasn't mine.

Credit should go to Peter Moore, check out this link: http://velociraptor.info/notes/?p=605

Here's a link to a set mad from...
12-02-10, 09:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,478
Posted By rench123

pretty leather saddle and grips beg for a...

pretty leather saddle and grips beg for a canvas/leather panniers. The cheap route would be to make diy bags from army canvas bags

http://velociraptor.info/pictures/d/31-1/homemadepannier4.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-06-10, 01:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,851
Posted By rench123

the easiest way is just to get a flat mtb bar...

the easiest way is just to get a flat mtb bar plus one of these:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31%2BoTJtUWjL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

from here:...
08-03-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,538
Posted By rench123

biking with a 20" cube? Trailer would be ideal,...

biking with a 20" cube? Trailer would be ideal, but like you said, no trailer for you.

The best thing I've seen is for you to make up one of these:
http://i35.tinypic.com/1zuq1e.jpg

(its...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-10, 01:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,539
Posted By rench123

because he already owns the full size bike

because he already owns the full size bike
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-24-10, 11:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,539
Posted By rench123

tow the brompton behind the commuter bike...

tow the brompton behind the commuter bike unfolded? keep the bike frame unfolded, fold down the stem, and use bungee cords to secure the wheel & handlebars on the rear rack. easier than balancing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-29-10, 11:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By rench123

I know this webpage is marketing blurb, but it...

I know this webpage is marketing blurb, but it does make a good case for the brompton + Eazy wheels + touring pannier.
Check it out: http://www.nycewheels.com/brompton-review-steve.html
04-25-10, 12:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,658
Posted By rench123

hotbike, you da man! I've seen your bikes...

hotbike, you da man!

I've seen your bikes all over BF, and I salute you for your enormous cajones to ride them creations of yours.
Forum: Touring
04-17-10, 03:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,548
Posted By rench123

you could go rackless with bags for the frame,...

you could go rackless with bags for the frame, seat tube and handlebar.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2432/3666941183_66d1e9f8ca.jpg

You can make them yourself or order from epic design or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,350
Posted By rench123

Awesome adventure jur! I've looked at the...

Awesome adventure jur!

I've looked at the other trips over the years and noticed that you've gone from R20 -> Reach -> Yeah -> Birdy and now the Moulton. Have you finally found "the one" yet?
Forum: Commuting
02-08-10, 04:40 AM
Replies: 674
Views: 182,594
Posted By rench123

hello mang boy, is there a date for the...

hello mang boy,

is there a date for the malabon bike show?
Forum: Touring
02-01-10, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,540
Posted By rench123

a frame pack might be the ticket. It's a bigger,...

a frame pack might be the ticket. It's a bigger, custom version of the bag mtbmaven posted. combine it with a messenger bag or backpack for the lighter bulky stuff.
...
01-28-10, 12:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,469
Posted By rench123

hi badmother, i think the reason i didn't...

hi badmother,

i think the reason i didn't find the original dogbike as aesthetically pleasing is because of the use of a 26" wheel for the extension. sorry if i caused any offense. please post...
01-22-10, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,469
Posted By rench123

i don't even think you can buy it in Japan. It...

i don't even think you can buy it in Japan. It looks like a custom build. There's a member on the forum, badmother, who did a DIY version using a raleigh twenty and a mtb rear triangle. LINK...
01-20-10, 01:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,469
Posted By rench123

20 inch wheel japanese longtail

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2557/4038598639_1dc178d71a.jpg

photo from mansanman (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mansanman/4038598639/in/set-72157622638285816/)'s flickr stream
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-09, 10:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,687
Posted By rench123

the lack of tire choice and availability is the...

the lack of tire choice and availability is the problem. Personally i like the slightly larger size.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-27-09, 03:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,239
Posted By rench123

+1 on the airnimal rhino ...

+1 on the airnimal rhino
http://www.airnimal.eu/Images/Rhino/RhinoBlack.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-04-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 22,609
Posted By rench123

the ride is a bit harsher because of the smaller...

the ride is a bit harsher because of the smaller wheels. I ride my mini more than my 26" wheeled commuter bike. I like its responsiveness.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-09, 02:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 22,609
Posted By rench123

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_Ntb2mgR8B3Y/Suau1U5dJxI/AAAA...

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_Ntb2mgR8B3Y/Suau1U5dJxI/AAAAAAAAMV8/ciFxsX9kPNA/s800/IMG_7563.JPG

My neighborhood ride. Singlespeed. Lugged frame and fork from a "mini-racer" - small wheeled road bikes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-19-09, 04:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,669
Posted By rench123

if you are looking at a template for a full-size...

if you are looking at a template for a full-size folding bike, the montague folders aren't a bad start.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-19-09, 04:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,669
Posted By rench123

one sided hinged fork sounds like a recipe for...

one sided hinged fork sounds like a recipe for disaster.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-09, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 904
Posted By rench123

Oh no, not this piece of cr@p again! This...

Oh no, not this piece of cr@p again!

This bike deserves an award for marketing, not for design. It was shortlisted, got into the semifinals, but it did not really win the Dyson award.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-09, 04:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 823
Posted By rench123

http://www.sandsmachine.com/p_rod_r3.jpg ...

http://www.sandsmachine.com/p_rod_r3.jpg

there's also the rodriguez six pack
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-09, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 823
Posted By rench123

Le Chacal: More S&S Couplers than you can shake a stick at!

http://img.skitch.com/20091007-knajxt7dshdjjqbm579yg8wbbp.jpg

Found this bike on teh interwebs.

Michael Slater built his own break-apart frame that incorporates no less than 6 S&S couplers. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-03-09, 02:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,062
Posted By rench123

i wish dahon sold the frames separately so that i...

i wish dahon sold the frames separately so that i can spec it up as i want.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-09, 12:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,062
Posted By rench123

http://urbanvelo.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/...

http://urbanvelo.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/interbike_2009_f_21.jpg

dynacoaster, is this the photo from urban velo? Photo from...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-09, 11:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,062
Posted By rench123

If you want your minivelos folding, you'll like...

If you want your minivelos folding, you'll like the new dahon line. The new line has the lockjaw hinge similar to the matrix and cadenza models. that's right, no more ritchey break-away for these...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-09, 09:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,062
Posted By rench123

Dahon Bullhead: Interbike 2009

http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/news/2009/09/24/1253775357395-1opmsp8vh66qv-500-90-500-70.jpg
From bikeradar.com Link: ...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-14-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 872
Posted By rench123

and another with a good video on youtube: ...

and another with a good video on youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=GB&hl=en-GB&v=8H39NiWbeOw
Forum: Framebuilders
09-14-09, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 872
Posted By rench123

Bheleu: here's a link...

Bheleu: here's a link (http://www.geocities.com/rcgilmore3/convertibles.htm) for you
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-07-09, 08:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,567
Posted By rench123

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=286609&...

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=286609&page=3

just scroll down the page, there's a post by kb5ql (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=63370) on his broken swift, with photos.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-29-09, 12:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

bad mother, I looked through the homebuilt...

bad mother, I looked through the homebuilt xtracycle thread on the utility board and it's so interesting what other guys have done! I might try the diy route first just to try out if I like the way...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-09, 11:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

thank you for posting the link, badmother! that...

thank you for posting the link, badmother! that 24" bike does look long with the 26" rear. I think all these ideas will help me when I start with the bike. Please post photos of your 20" longtail...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-09, 10:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

Thanks for the suspension fork comment. I was...

Thanks for the suspension fork comment. I was thinking of using the bike for some touring, and some of the places I would like to go to would benefit from having a suspension fork. Using 20" wheels...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-09, 07:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

the connection between the front triangle is a...

the connection between the front triangle is a concern, especially since I don't want to go through the S&S route because of the cost. Good thing you mentioned about the Madsen's chain. It is one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-27-09, 11:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

Thanks. I'll look at those products. Not sure if...

Thanks. I'll look at those products. Not sure if they'll be available locally (Philippines) or at what price they will be over here.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-27-09, 11:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By rench123

Thanks for the link. The shopping cart bike on...

Thanks for the link. The shopping cart bike on the link is a front loader, so its a bit different. I like the way the bike halves are connected together.

A cheaper alternative for me would be...
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