Question for those who have Folderitis: How Many Folders You Got

[ddez]

New to folders(2mos.)Already have Dahon Speed D7,and a Brompton S1E.When will they make a pill for this disease?On second thoughts i dont do drugs,guess i'll just have to live with it.

[bhkyte]

New to folders(2mos.)Already have Dahon Speed D7,and a Brompton S1E.When will they make a pill for this disease?On second thoughts i dont do drugs,guess i'll just have to live with it.

Best manage the symptoms. The only cure is going without a folder, or death.

[ItchyZipper]

I've got an R20 that I bought on ebay and quickly modded it to a Hotrod 20. The only original part is the frame. I used it at art shows to get back to the van quickly. Then a client called the other day and gave me an almost new R20 in green with the little Plecher rack on the back...sweet bike. I'll clean it up this winter and add it to my Raliegh museum. So to answer the question...Two folders right now...but looking for more.

[vmaniqui]

I've got an R20 that I bought on ebay and quickly modded it to a Hotrod 20. The only original part is the frame. I used it at art shows to get back to the van quickly. Then a client called the other day and gave me an almost new R20 in green with the little Plecher rack on the back...sweet bike. I'll clean it up this winter and add it to my Raliegh museum. So to answer the question...Two folders right now...but looking for more.

would love to see it. send some pics please....

[vmaniqui]

New to folders(2mos.)Already have Dahon Speed D7,and a Brompton S1E.When will they make a pill for this disease?On second thoughts i dont do drugs,guess i'll just have to live with it.

i hear yah.....it's really a disease that starts from joining this forum and spreads so fast that you can't stop and cure it...to all the newbies - we are warning you...

[vmaniqui]

AN UPDATE - i might have found a temporary cure as i am down to only 3 right now - sold the citizen tokyo and my boardwalk D6. almost went to 2 folders as one of my co-worker was all over me and asking if he can buy my boardwalk D7. i almost and at the point of accepting his offer but at the last minute i decided not to.

[bhkyte]

AN UPDATE - i might have found a temporary cure as i am down to only 3 right now - sold the citizen tokyo and my boardwalk D6. almost went to 2 folders as one of my co-worker was all over me and asking if he can buy my boardwalk D7. i almost and at the point of accepting his offer but at the last minute i decided not to.

weaning to 2 folders is no where near a cure!

I have 6 bikes, only 4 of them are folders, But they get used by 3 family members. Therefore I only have a share of 1.33333 recurring bikes, on average.

Therefore I am nearly cured!

However all these bikes are mine ,mine ,mine all mine.....................

No I am not in denial !

[kamtsa]

One bike here. BF NWT. This is all I need.

It stays in the trunk of my car and is always available.

Kam

[vmaniqui]

One bike here. BF NWT. This is all I need.

It stays in the trunk of my car and is always available.

Kam

yes. i might stop once i have one like yours or brompton or xootr.....

[popsicleian]

I'm afraid I may be immune to folderitis--I only have the one and I'm getting rid of it now that I won't be doing a multi-modal commute anymore. The Brompton is great for what it is, but I don't think I'd ever choose it over my big wheeled bike if I didn't have to take the train.

[bhkyte]

I'm afraid I may be immune to folderitis--I only have the one and I'm getting rid of it now that I won't be doing a multi-modal commute anymore. The Brompton is great for what it is, but I don't think I'd ever choose it over my big wheeled bike if I didn't have to take the train.

See you back soon!

[chvid]

I've got folderitis!

1 Electric Brushed Geared Raleigh 20
1 Raleigh 20, fork replaced, bottom bracket retapped.
1 Raleigh 20 stock
1 Dahon speed 21 Sachs 3x7 chromolly 451
1 16" Bridgestone Sneaker City.... http://endless-sphere.com/forums/vie...php?f=6&t=9114
1 Giant Revive - non-folder 20" comfort bike...

[vmaniqui]

I've got folderitis!
1 16" Bridgestone Sneaker City.... http://endless-sphere.com/forums/vie...php?f=6&t=9114

you sure has this sickness. that's a nice bridgestone sneaker bike you got...

[vmaniqui]

since i am down to 2 bikes for now, i am thinking of selling my boardwalk and get a nicer one for keeps. i am really thinking of getting a xootr but would like to know if this can be rolled. there was one downtube 9NS that was on sale for $150 but missed out on that one. actually my co-worker would really like to buy my boardwalk. this is my upgraded boardwalk D7 with shimano 105 double crank, hollowtech II BB, shimano alivio RD, MKS pedal, with cyclocomputer, shimano brake/shifter, jagwire cables, flat bar, selle italia saddle. i doubt it if i can sell this to him for over $300. what do you think is the fair price for this one ?

[vmaniqui]

hi anyone,

i still haven't sold my boardwalk but recently i am thinking of getting either a piccolo or a Mu XL. difference in price between the 2 bikes is not much so anyone has any input on what i should get ?

thanks,
vic

[kingfish254]

I am back down to 4.
Two of my Jetstreams have sold.
Actually going to look at a pair of Dahon Mariner 26 bikes today. So I may be back up to 6.

EDIT: Bought the pair of Mariner 26s today. Six total now.

[vmaniqui]

an update on my bikes - i am down to 3 folders. i just added a Dahon MU XL in addition to my Dahon Curve D3 and one unused A-Bike clone.

my list:
1) citizen tokyo in yellow (SOLD)
2) A-Bike (bought new and it's hidden somewhere in my garage. to anyone who's planning on buying this bike. think twice as the ride is way different and twitchy)
3) Dahon Boardwalk D6 (SOLD)
4) Dahon Boardwalk D7 (SOLD) - i upgraded this one but decided to sell it as soon as i saw the MU XL.
5) Dahon Curve D3 (for my wife/daughter)
6) Dahon MU XL (my new daily commuter bike - loving it especially it's 8 Speed IGH). a real high end commuter bike.

thanks,
vic

[14R]

ZERO

Sold all bikes but one 2009 Raleigh Rush Hour that I use for regular fitness and weekend fun (about 40-50miles/hour)

Working on a new Brompton for 2010 though.

[vmaniqui]

ZERO

Sold all bikes but one 2009 Raleigh Rush Hour that I use for regular fitness and weekend fun (about 40-50miles/hour)

Working on a new Brompton for 2010 though.

yes. brompton is worth selling all your folders for. i regularly see this guy who rides in the bus with me that has a brompton and it's really so small when folded. in fact when you look at it real close it just the wheels you're seeing. imagine how small a 16" wheel is.... that;s how it is when folded. we're also eagerly awaiting for your new brompton........

[gnome]

Currently:

1 Bickerton
1 Raleigh 20 Folder (NZ edition)
1 early Dahon
1 cheap chinese folder.

I have a Moulton Stow-away due any day now

And 1 fixed gear 20" non-folding R20 copy.

oh and currently 2 non-folding R20 frames.


Hello, my name is gnome and I am a folderaholic.

[kingfish254]

Currently:

1 Bickerton
1 Raleigh 20 Folder (NZ edition)
1 early Dahon
1 cheap chinese folder.

I have a Moulton Stow-away due any day now

And 1 fixed gear 20" non-folding R20 copy.

oh and currently 2 non-folding R20 frames.


Hello, my name is gnome and I am a folderaholic.

Hello Gnome, I too am a folderaholic. How is kiwi life? Do bike wheels spin the oposite direction in the Southern hemishphere?

My wife and I are about to start planning our 2010 vacation to NZ. We will have about 2 weeks and from what we can tell, it looks like it would be best to spend most of that time on the South Island. Would you agree?

[vmaniqui]

quick update on my folder hunt....

i almost had my hand on a pristine condition dahon helios SL. seller agreed on my purchase price and was about to get it after work. then she emailed me that the bike was bought just this morning....bummer...i so would love to add this to my fleet. 18 lbs with the rolf rims and all.....it's just an awesome bike - yellow and black color.......almost had it....oh well...better luck next time for me...

[GeorgePaul]

2009 Dahon Boardwalk upgraded with Nexus 3. Lusting for a Brommie.

[Sancycles]

Got my Japanese folders from importers of used Japanese bicycles.

My list :
1. Premio/16, Size 16, Black Chromed
2. Da Vinci, Size 18, Blue/Fuchia
3. Breezer I2, Size 18, Yellow, US Brand
4. Bridgestone Transit Compact, Size 12.5, Red
5. Bridgestone Travzone, Size 24, Chromed
6. Bridgestone Transit Sport, Size 26, Chromed
7. Compact Shake, Size 20/16, Yellow
8. Spalding, Size 20, Blue

Unknown Brand :

9. Single Tube, Size 24, Fucia
10. Single Tube, Size 16, Chromed
11. Double Tube, Size 20, Mint Green
12. Single Tube, Size 12.5, Black/Red

For images check flickr.com and search for "sancycles"

[vmaniqui]

Got my Japanese folders from importers of used Japanese bicycles.
My list :
1. Premio/16, Size 16, Black Chromed
2. Chrome Folder (Unknown Model), Size 16
3. Daimer Joy, Size 20, Blue
4. Da Vinci, Size 18, Blue/Fuchia
5. Breezer I2, Size 18, Yellow
6. Unknown Model, Size 24, Fuchia
7. Bridgestone Transit Compact, Size 12.5, Red
8. Bridgestone Travzone, Size 24, Chromed
9. Bridgestone Transit Sport, Size 26, Chromed
10. Cpmpact Shake, Size 20/16, Yellow
11. Double Tube (Unknown Brand), Size 20, Mint Green
12. Unknown Brand, Size 12.5, Black/Red
13. Spalding, Size 20, Blue
14. Unknown Brand, Size 20, Black

For images check flickr.com and search for "sancycles"

now this is what we call a serious case of folderitis. nice bikes you got there sancycles....