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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-04-07, 01:15 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

right on

That seems to be true in this case. I know the Swift is available in Steel. For most people, I think the Aluminum bike is probably alright, especially for lighter riders. Its interesting that some...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-07, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

design

The design of the Swift is excellent except that the material choice at a critical pivot point lends itself to premature wear. It kind of rubs me the wrong way ( no puns intended ) when I see the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-07, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

metal fatigue

The whole frame failure idea with aluminum is what kept me from purchasing a Swift. I would have to get a steel frame regardless. Manufacturing tolerances are fairly broad when it comes to seat posts...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-07, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

Ti is springy

Actually a Ti seatpost is a good idea for several reasons and nothing to do with weight. I wish I had a line on one for you but I'd contact the dudes that make the steel Swift in Oregon.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-07, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

south of the boarder

Thats awsome, especially the burrito comment!:D
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-07, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

You might be surprised that some of those old fat...

You might be surprised that some of those old fat guys riding walmart bikes are fast for several reasons:
1. Its their only transportation so they ride alot!
2. They have big strong legs and are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-22-07, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

Yea......thats the one flaw with the otherwise...

Yea......thats the one flaw with the otherwise perfect Swift design but what about putting a pump on top of the top (and only) tube? It seems the only place long enough. I purchased a Blackburn...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-21-07, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

I'm here to pump you up!!!!

I'm here to pump you up!!!
Stop being such a girlyman and carry a full sized Zefal or Topeak frame pump. Nothing pumps as well, other than a floor pump or one that runs on electricity. You can also...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-12-07, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

nifty swifty

touche' ;)
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-12-07, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

yea, I know!

I suppose you could use several and connect them over the top tube next to the head tube. I assume you are riding a Swift?

In retrospect, after re-reading your original post, you could use a fixed...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-07, 08:50 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

age

48 & 1/2 years young! I prefer gears! I have a bothersome knee and prefer to spin rather than grind regardless of how many gears I have. Listen.....there is nothing wrong with riding a fixed or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-07, 02:33 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

a good test

Take your current bike and find the gear you think you can ride all the time and go out for a ride (no shifting).....if it works on your normal route, then go fixed, if not, use gearing like the pros...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-07, 01:11 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

get a hub gear

Get a hub geared rear wheel. Fixed is fine for a short ride on flat ground but if you take your bike anywhere else your knees will be glad that you have gears. Other than hills, headwinds commonly...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-07, 12:39 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

I'm sold

I may in fact have to order a steel one and build it up. It may turn out to be the only bike I have and that would be fine with me since I am wanting to streamline my lifestyle and have less stuff to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

right on

That's what I want to build up but with a sprung brooks saddle and drop bars. I like the full fenders and the wide tires for the 20" wheel. Thank you for the photos. Does the gearing setup give you a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-07, 02:57 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

show me

Photos please........we want to see your bike!:D
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-23-07, 01:11 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,993
Posted By charles vail

photos

Can you send out a couple of photos of your bike? I am interested in having one of the steel Swifts set up as a commuter and would be interested to learn more about their fit process etc. I won't buy...
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