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NoviceJohn 12-13-14 04:08 PM

I know foldies are legit bikes. However, it still looks weird to me every time I see one

ThorUSA 12-13-14 05:00 PM


Originally Posted by NoviceJohn (Post 17386830)
I know foldies are legit bikes. However, it still looks weird to me every time I see one

dont worry after a while all others look weird
at least to me they do

thor

smallwheeler 12-13-14 05:58 PM


Originally Posted by fietsbob (Post 17386493)
What Function does that red thing do? on the left, behind the brake lever.

Is that what releases the rear fold latch? [my guess]

you are correct, sir.

https://i.imgur.com/f1J2Exi.png

dynaryder 12-13-14 06:01 PM


Originally Posted by ThorUSA (Post 17386411)
interesting to go with a 26 inch fork..... wonder how they would look like with a fitting 20'inch fork...

Maybe because more disc brake options? Both my Hooli's will take 26" front wheels.

marxmini 12-15-14 08:00 AM

[QUOTE=smallwheeler;17386451]more on the tyrell 18":

https://i.imgur.com/QG0paSa.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/h2Qh6bu.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/Zb3PNDQ.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/GlhyD85.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/5Df69UI.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/VyhBUTo.jpg

nice. :-) i would love to have one in black.

smallwheeler 12-16-14 03:26 PM


Originally Posted by marxmini (Post 17390115)
nice. :-) i would love to have one in black.

Word on the grapevine is they are aiming for Spring '15 release date.
probably May.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.n...60e14ab59487c2

thugpipe 12-17-14 05:21 AM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 17394020)
Word on the grapevine is they are aiming for Spring '15 release date.
probably May.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.n...60e14ab59487c2

Yea but where? Ill give you a hint, not where I live.......:(

marxmini 12-17-14 08:32 AM


Originally Posted by thugpipe (Post 17395373)
Yea but where? Ill give you a hint, not where I live.......:(

most likely in our part of the world :-)

smallwheeler 12-17-14 11:15 AM


Originally Posted by thugpipe (Post 17395373)
Yea but where? Ill give you a hint, not where I live.......:(


Originally Posted by marxmini (Post 17395662)
most likely in our part of the world :-)

not in NYC or Phils.


however...

Tyrell International is seeking to recruit Partners to become Dealers or Distributors in countries and territories where Tyrell has no existing representation.


a few months ago i suggested this to a dealer who frequently posts in this forum. i don't know if he pursued it.

http://cdn.mkimg.carview.co.jp/carli...t=c640212d8202

mconlonx 12-17-14 11:35 AM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 17386451)
more on the tyrell 18":

https://i.imgur.com/Zb3PNDQ.jpg

Is he paying B&M royalties on the Birdy design...?

ThorUSA 12-17-14 11:57 AM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 17396011)
not in NYC or Phils.


however...

Tyrell International is seeking to recruit Partners to become Dealers or Distributors in countries and territories where Tyrell has no existing representation.


a few months ago i suggested this to a dealer who frequently posts in this forum. i don't know if he pursued it.

http://cdn.mkimg.carview.co.jp/carli...t=c640212d8202

I did, got a couple emails into it. But they are looking for somebody who is lying through his teeth about the amount of bikes he can sell every year, and they want to ship container loads. Seemingly not interested to built up a business relationship which grows slowly and benefecial for both partners growing together in a controlled old fashioned way, meaning hard work ...
Pretty dissapointed ..as I like the bikes. but If I have to buy container loads I design my own :-)

marxmini 12-20-14 03:25 AM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 17396011)
not in NYC or Phils.


however...

Tyrell International is seeking to recruit Partners to become Dealers or Distributors in countries and territories where Tyrell has no existing representation.


a few months ago i suggested this to a dealer who frequently posts in this forum. i don't know if he pursued it.

http://cdn.mkimg.carview.co.jp/carli...t=c640212d8202

for sure not in my country. most likely hong kong or singapore. :-)

tcs 12-21-14 10:19 PM

Tyrell - is it necessary to shift into the largest cog (lowest gear) to keep the chain on the bike when the frame is folded?


Originally Posted by mconlonx (Post 17396048)
Is he paying B&M royalties on the Birdy design...?

In the real world (as opposed to the folding bikes forum) patents cover specific design elements rather than general concepts and expire in under a couple of decades rather than continue in perpetuity.

marxmini 12-22-14 04:55 AM

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http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=424185http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=424186http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=424187 pacific reach 2015

mconlonx 12-22-14 11:03 AM


Originally Posted by tcs (Post 17407137)
In the real world (as opposed to the folding bikes forum) patents cover specific design elements rather than general concepts and expire in under a couple of decades rather than continue in perpetuity.

I know. This is mere facetious spillover from the Curl/Brompton noise going on elsewhere around here...

smallwheeler 12-22-14 11:30 AM

yes. i've been looking at this too. some very nice refinements. however, i think this elastomer and mini trailing link fork design might be the most interesting development:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RPdfFnQc1e...MG_1040(1).JPG

marxmini 12-23-14 06:21 PM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 17408239)
yes. i've been looking at this too. some very nice refinements. however, i think this elastomer and mini trailing link fork design might be the most interesting development:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RPdfFnQc1e...MG_1040(1).JPG

i hope it offers better ride and handling than their previous suspension design.

gaspipeagogo 12-24-14 03:45 AM


Originally Posted by smallwheeler (Post 16126725)
i think twentymamma wanted the longer headtube from the rsw 16. that's how he/she ended up with 3 parts...

Glad you like my bike! True I did want the length of the RSW steerer but as originally built it used a stock Stowaway front end. I used the folder frame because it has to go in my car on a very regular basis:

https://flic.kr/p/hQJFnS

Its still my everyday commuter.

smallwheeler 12-24-14 11:02 AM


Originally Posted by gaspipeagogo (Post 17412845)
Glad you like my bike! True I did want the length of the RSW steerer but as originally built it used a stock Stowaway front end. I used the folder frame because it has to go in my car on a very regular basis:

https://flic.kr/p/hQJFnS

Its still my everyday commuter.

i still enjoy looking at it! well done.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7400/...a5539db2_o.jpg

dezzie 12-28-14 10:27 AM

FOUND: Ettnic Urban Bikes Empower Everyone To Move By Bike

dezzie 12-28-14 10:28 AM

Schindelhauer ThinBike

dezzie 12-28-14 10:28 AM

I quite like this its rather quirky! - Vanmoof T black

dezzie 12-28-14 10:30 AM

BiCi smart bike offers electronically-enhanced cycling

ziqpy 12-28-14 10:40 PM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.n...4b02f5907db6aa

Not a folder, but I really like it.


more pics @ https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater

You can't argue, it has a cool box in it, for them drinks you legally have on a bicycle :D

dynaryder 12-29-14 05:03 PM

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Here's the site for the BiCi:
?Basic Conception? Smart Bike by AOAO Studio

I think the 'smart bike' stuff is BS,although if the GPS works right it would be nice to help recover a stolen bike. Having said that,I'm actually kind of interested in the idea of a full carbon/105 mini velo for just under a grand:
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=425413


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