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Forum: Folding Bikes
12-09-13, 10:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

It was more the possibility that the heat from...

It was more the possibility that the heat from the rims overinflated the tube, rather than the heat causing the tube itself to fail. Several times, the rips on the tubes were near or around the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-09-13, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

Punctures of various sorts. Some were caused by...

Punctures of various sorts. Some were caused by overheating (he rim was often painfully hot to touch due to braking) and some by the valve shearing off at the rim - again possibly due to the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-09-13, 02:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

I feel like I owe an update, so here goes. ...

I feel like I owe an update, so here goes.

The Dahon was a good bike, but the front AND rear tyres kept puncturing. Say 2 out of every 7 rides. Eventually the LBS (who did a lot of nutting on the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-06-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,502
Posted By YW_Slayer

Thanks Jim, just the voice of reason I needed. :D...

Thanks Jim, just the voice of reason I needed. :D

I justify expensive purchases by saying that I'd have more fun on them. But I think that you're right, it's not like I'd have THAT much more fun...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-05-12, 11:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By YW_Slayer

As I live in Hong Kong, I support our only entry...

As I live in Hong Kong, I support our only entry - Chun Hing!
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-05-12, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,502
Posted By YW_Slayer

Secondhand 2011 Trek Remedy 9.8: Should I even think about this?

I have a 2009 Trek Remedy 7 which I bought for around US$2300 1 year ago from LBS A. It has been upgraded with a Reverb dropper seatpost and XT brakes. It also has a slightly longer stem as the 17.5"...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-14-12, 05:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

Got it. Upgraded brakes to Avid Single Digits...

Got it. Upgraded brakes to Avid Single Digits (though using the SRAM levers). It is a Nexus 8 hub but I think it will do the trick.

I do feel the stem is slightly flexy when caning it along the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-13-12, 10:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

On reflection, I think the Dahon is probably an...

On reflection, I think the Dahon is probably an Alfine 8 premium (or something similar).

Anyway, I've ordered it but have asked them to change the brakes to better ones (they will put the same...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-11-12, 01:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

Yeah, not keen on Bromptons for various reasons,...

Yeah, not keen on Bromptons for various reasons, though I do like the fold.

Hank, thanks for the PM, I can't send any replies yet as I need a 50 post count to PM(!!!). But your advice and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-11-12, 10:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

Thanks for the replies. I am located in Hong...

Thanks for the replies.

I am located in Hong Kong. I think the Dahon I rode had Alfine 11, but I can't say that I shifted past 8. I will have a look at it again.

I am only looking at those...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-10-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,321
Posted By YW_Slayer

Dahon Mu XL Sport v Airnimal Joey v Tern Verge/Eclipse S11i

I already have very good road and mountain bikes (Trek Remedy 7 and Madone 5.2 respectively). However, the primary reason I want a folder is that it will allow me to ride a bike down the (rather...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-15-11, 01:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,598
Posted By YW_Slayer

Thanks, really appreciate the recommendations....

Thanks, really appreciate the recommendations. The Lynskey stuff (including their CX stuff) in particular is a very attractive option.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-11, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,598
Posted By YW_Slayer

Thanks guys. I live in Hong Kong. My guess...

Thanks guys.

I live in Hong Kong. My guess was based on looking at the rough angles here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grade_(slope) ) and was that 50% really is about the max, but only for very...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-11, 02:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,598
Posted By YW_Slayer

CX bike for commuting on rough roads/general road riding

Hi all,

Been trying to commute to work 1-2x a week on my 2009 Trek Remedy 7 (set up for rough stuff) or my 2004-5 Giant Iguana Disc (with commuter tyres). Commute is:

1. 5 mins downhill on the...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-11, 11:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 790
Posted By YW_Slayer

Want: Fast hilly commute/road bike (CX frames?)

Hi all,

Been trying to commute to work 1-2x a week on my 2009 Trek Remedy 7 (set up for rough stuff) or my 2004-5 Giant Iguana Disc (with commuter tyres). Commute is:

1. 5 mins downhill on...
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