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Forum: Folding Bikes

10-26-15, 07:50 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

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Posted By Ridefreemc

BTW during my search for a new folder I ran...

BTW during my search for a new folder I ran across a Dahon MU XL with front dyno hub and rear Nexus 8 for a good price ($350).

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-26-15, 12:35 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

I love the simplicity too, but what I am finding...

I love the simplicity too, but what I am finding is due to the large rear cog (no small cogs available because the belt cannot grasp small cogs) it limits how you can use it on a bike with smaller...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-24-15, 07:08 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Probably hours of research and questions to...

Probably hours of research and questions to arrive at the same conclusion!

Rode a Pocket Companion OSATA with 8 speed today and liked it. Almost as simple as I was thinking at first. So, for the...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-24-15, 04:08 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

I cannot find you bike (as pictured) again. I...

I cannot find you bike (as pictured) again. I saw it the other day, but have looked at thousands of posts and pictures since. Would you post it again? Also, what are your gear ratios (teeth up...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-23-15, 08:57 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Very nice - and thank you for the information. ...

Very nice - and thank you for the information.

BTW - do you have an opinion of the freewheel vs. coaster brake hub? Drag, weight, ease of installation, use?

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-23-15, 05:26 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Yes, got the word back that the NWT is the new...

Yes, got the word back that the NWT is the new bottom bracket set up (or you can get it on that). Pretty cool to think of a 2 speed coaster with gates. As far as the gearing I have gotten spoiled...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-23-15, 01:26 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Lucky dog you are! I've got a call into them...

Lucky dog you are!

I've got a call into them now. Looks like a belt driven 2 speed coaster might happen! I'll let you know.

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-23-15, 10:23 AM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

So it sounds "doable." Is there any drawback...

So it sounds "doable." Is there any drawback with having the rear triangle setup to handle IGHs? I would guess not, but thought I'd ask. I can buy new and that would be a nice way to go. I am...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-22-15, 06:18 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Was contemplating a Bike Friday NWT frame only to...

Was contemplating a Bike Friday NWT frame only to put a 2 speed hub on, but see that chain tension is an issue. The drop outs don't allow adjustment and the chain will fall off during fold. So much...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-21-15, 06:22 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

I would prefer that over the coaster brake as it...

I would prefer that over the coaster brake as it is lighter (of course I'l put rim brakes on).

Are you responding to Thor? Not understanding otherwise.

Good advise based on good...

Forum: Folding Bikes

10-21-15, 02:08 PM

Replies: 40

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Views: 3,291

Posted By Ridefreemc

Single and LOVING IT! ??

Lot's of discussion about 16 inch wheels vs. 20, steel vs. aluminum, but what about those of you that have single speeds and love them? I am contemplating going that direction for the simplicity and...

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