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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-18-12, 04:43 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Ever take it off some sweet jumps? Sorry, I...

Ever take it off some sweet jumps?

Sorry, I couldn't resist.

Nice build!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-12, 04:27 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

How are you finding the drum brake?

How are you finding the drum brake?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-12, 04:23 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

How are you finding the drum brake?

How are you finding the drum brake?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-12, 01:53 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I did, and it was still a tight fit. I just...

I did, and it was still a tight fit. I just visualized getting the wheel centred between the stays and never had any problems. Maybe added 30 seconds to the remounting process.

I would think...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-12, 02:01 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I installed 50mm Big Apples front and rear. There...

I installed 50mm Big Apples front and rear. There was plenty of clearance up front, pretty tight at the chainstays at the rear. The fenders were the ones sold by xootr. The side walls of the tyres...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-12, 05:10 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

They roll really well in 'real world' conditions....

They roll really well in 'real world' conditions. For a while my run into town always seemed to have me meet a guy about the same size as me on a skinny wheeled road bike. With the rough surface of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-17-12, 10:21 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I had a flyer + Big Apples on my Swift and it was...

I had a flyer + Big Apples on my Swift and it was smoooooooth.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-10-12, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

As good as is kind of hard to say. They...

As good as is kind of hard to say. They definitely 'feel' different. They almost feel spongy, but when it comes to actual stopping power (as in how much distance to stop the bike at a given speed)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-06-12, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Jubilee clip. No problems.

Jubilee clip. No problems.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-05-12, 04:38 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I'll just toss one more option out there: A...

I'll just toss one more option out there:

A drum brake. I don't know what the weight penalty would be compared to a disc conversion, but they pull the same amount of cable as road levers. They...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-12, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Most disc brakes use the same cable pull as...

Most disc brakes use the same cable pull as v-brakes. Avid BB7's come in a road version that pull the same amount as road callipers.

Have you looked at travel-agents?
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-12, 08:54 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Bar end shifters & v-brake levers will work with...

Bar end shifters & v-brake levers will work with no problems. It's what I did when I used bullhorns on my Swift. Waaaay simpler than disc conversion.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-12, 07:56 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

That's seems to be the easiest way (having HPM do...

That's seems to be the easiest way (having HPM do up a frame / fork with the disc fittings attached).

The Xootr frame is aluminium, so getting mounts attached to the rear is going to be tricky. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-11, 06:52 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

it should say on the sidewall. If not, if the...

it should say on the sidewall. If not, if the width is indicated in decimals, i.e. 1.35 then it's likely to be a 406. If it's in fractions ( 1 3/8, then it's most likely a 451.)
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-11, 02:44 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Sorry, I don't have the bike anymore, so can't...

Sorry, I don't have the bike anymore, so can't post the pic. Basically, the idea is that once the strap is tight, the post is at the correct length. Old brake cables work too, but can rub paint when...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-11, 08:02 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Big Apples? Not as much rolling resistance as...

Big Apples? Not as much rolling resistance as you'd think. In fact, on the roads around here, my Swift was actually faster with BA's than with the Kojaks.

Like butta.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-11, 07:49 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

A thin camera strap attached from the rail of the...

A thin camera strap attached from the rail of the saddle to the upper QR post works a treat.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-21-11, 05:46 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

A couple of other things to consider: When...

A couple of other things to consider:

When the front (drum) wheel is off the the bike, there's cables and clips flopping about.

With a disc, there is always a danger of the rotor being damaged...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-11, 01:34 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I can't compare it to a disc, but here's the...

I can't compare it to a disc, but here's the process:

1. Disconnect brake cable at drum (5 secs.)
2. Loosen jubilee clamp that holds reaction arm to fork (20-30 secs)
3. Loosen axle nuts &...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-10-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

What about separable cables (a la break-away) ? ...

What about separable cables (a la break-away) ? A bit of a hassle, but...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-11, 01:56 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

The 50mm Big Apple was a tight fit on the rear of...

The 50mm Big Apple was a tight fit on the rear of my swift. I managed to squeeze a 60mm on the front. Just.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-11, 01:52 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Mine did too. Nothing a little loctite couldn't...

Mine did too. Nothing a little loctite couldn't fix though.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-12-11, 12:38 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

There are a few Swifters here in the UK & I'm...

There are a few Swifters here in the UK & I'm sure they would welcome a link for a dealer that might be willing to order in parts and bikes.

Welcome to the fold!
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-04-11, 03:24 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Riser, stem and seatpost. ...

Riser, stem and seatpost.

http://www.xootr.com/swift-folding-bike-sizing.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-02-11, 02:18 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Just goes to show that with saddles there really...

Just goes to show that with saddles there really is no right or wrong answer. That same saddle was a torture device for me after a couple of miles.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-01-11, 02:16 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I've never understood their choice of using that...

I've never understood their choice of using that saddle... I wonder how many Swift owners keep theirs.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-30-11, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I wasn't sure where to post this & thought I...

I wasn't sure where to post this & thought I might as well put it here (where my relationship with the Swift began)...

I am no longer the proud owner of a Swift. I sold it today to a nice fellow...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-30-11, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I wasn't sure where to post this & thought I...

I wasn't sure where to post this & thought I might as well put it here (where my relationship with the Swift began)...

I am no longer the proud owner of a Swift. I sold it today to a nice fellow...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-11, 05:33 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

First gear in the Sturmey Archer is 1:1, with all...

First gear in the Sturmey Archer is 1:1, with all the higher gears overdrive. This is great for smaller wheeled bikes, as you can get a taller top-end without going to a huge chainring. I'm too...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-11, 07:21 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

:thumb::eek::beer:

:thumb::eek::beer:
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-11, 01:55 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

The only things that I would change with that...

The only things that I would change with that setup is I might swap out the the Alfine with a Sturmey Archer 8 speed. Its 1:1 is in first gear, so is better suited to small wheels.

I'd also go...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-13-11, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

You don't need to get the stem from Xootr. Any 1...

You don't need to get the stem from Xootr. Any 1 1/8' stem that with a 'mountain bike' clamp diameter (25.4mm) will work. Xootr's selection is a bit limited.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-13-11, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I'm just at 6' and I found the 'large' Swift a...

I'm just at 6' and I found the 'large' Swift a little cramped too. Going with the XL would only get you more height, not reach. I switched to bullhorns for a while to stretch things out a bit, but...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-11, 01:02 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

So, is the idea that this might be made for sale...

So, is the idea that this might be made for sale to the general public?
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-11, 11:06 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Why can't you use drop bars with a single...

Why can't you use drop bars with a single chainring?

Re: Jockey wheel dropout interference: Which rear derailleur are you using? I've used 3 different types and never had this issue. I'm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-11, 04:39 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I had a rubbing issue with a 52t in front and a...

I had a rubbing issue with a 52t in front and a 12 in the back. I managed with a more narrow bottom bracket and and 11 in the rear. This was with a 130mm hub and no spacers. The chainline went a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-24-11, 03:21 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

At one point, I was considering having a Ti rear...

At one point, I was considering having a Ti rear triangle and fork fabricated (a-la Brompton). I'm about to offer up my Swift for sale, but if I ever get another (and I'm sure I will) it will be a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-11, 12:04 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

+1 !

+1 !
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-21-11, 04:05 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

1. It depends how tall you are. I'm about 6'...

1. It depends how tall you are. I'm about 6' tall, and have no real problems taking up several flights. It did take a couple of attempts to figure out the best place to grab the bike though.

2....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-19-11, 08:23 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

Thanks. (I did see that...)

Thanks. (I did see that...)
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-19-11, 06:31 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I wonder what fork he's got in that picture...

I wonder what fork he's got in that picture...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-09-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I had no problems with my kojaks in some pretty...

I had no problems with my kojaks in some pretty unfriendly terrain (ahh the glass strewn streets of sunny glasgow). I can't compare to the marathon's but the kojaks are a lovely tyre.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-11, 12:54 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I've seen that. I've also been considering...

I've seen that. I've also been considering fabricating something similar for my alumaxootr.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-11, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

I keep thinking about doing something similar...

I keep thinking about doing something similar with mine. What front rack did you use?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-19-11, 03:01 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

[QUOTE=Paul Braithwait;12518889] I just rest...

[QUOTE=Paul Braithwait;12518889]

I just rest the seatpost on the rack's connector arms. It makes the folded package kinda tall, but not unmanageable. Other than the extra height, it doesn't affect...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-11, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

There a couple of places in London that deal in...

There a couple of places in London that deal in recumbents and other small wheeled bikes that should something off the peg that would work... I've never dealt with any of them directly. I bet these...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-11, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

The arrangement with my Swift doesn't really...

The arrangement with my Swift doesn't really affect the fold, as long as you don't mind the seatpost sticking up when the thing is folded. I just use a standard rear rack with it attached to the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-15-11, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

There you go again ... :p

There you go again ... :p
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-11, 04:09 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

2020: Sorry for all the short one line answers. ...

2020: Sorry for all the short one line answers.

Welcome to the exclusive club of the UK Swift owners association!
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-11, 06:52 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,400
Posted By bendembroski

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