CRIUS folding bike
10-08-16 | 12:15 AM
#26
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20160416-DSC01187 by jenkwang, on Flickr
I have this bike. (CRIUS SMART 3.0) - 3sp IGH
Its inexpensive compared to many other options.
Well built, very light.
The light weight and size makes it very easy to handle both folded and non-folded.
Its also very easy to fold up and push. - fast and convenient
The IGH isn't what I expected though (Nexus 3sp).
A bit noisy for my taste and the higher gear feels less efficient.
Its a good option for those living in areas where the grade varies a bit.
Where I am, I think the single sp version might suffice.
I certainly won't think of this bike for any long rides.
As a last mile bike, I think its really good.
10-08-16 | 05:15 AM
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I never knew there were so many different folding brands. So many seem to be copies of Dahon. Kinda why Brompton never changed to having their bikes built in Asian factories knowing they would soon be competing with the company that built their frames.
Buying something that the main claim to fame is "we are cheaper than ...." rather than this is better because ...
But then buying something because it is just interesting....
Buying something that the main claim to fame is "we are cheaper than ...." rather than this is better because ...
But then buying something because it is just interesting....
10-08-16 | 05:36 AM
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I think Dahon, Tern maybe even Crius are not competitors. They are all in the same big happy family like GM with Chevy, Buick, Cadillac etc. Perhaps with the Tern recalls, having a new label like Crius will sell more bikes.
10-08-16 | 05:48 AM
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The reality of manufacturing for those who don't know is that many stuff one thinks is done by one brand is not really so at all.
Many stuff are designed and made by the "world's factories" and big companies just send their buyers over to sign exclusive contracts to make the design theirs.
Even the Transformers line of cartoon/toys was like this. (sourced from Tomy in Japan by Hasbro in the 80's)
That "Fruit Company" which makes everyone's fav HP and PCs, has long left the mechanical design to its contractors only giving some direction and full control of aesthetic design.
In the not too distant past, China had a billion 'real world' users of made in China bicycles.
Not poseurs or theorists.
Users who commuted, ferried their kids/livestock/goods/etc on these bikes.
Anyway, here's another pic of the CRIUS.
20160906-IMGP3984-1 by jenkwang, on Flickr
Took it with me for a short vacation.
I knew that this location for a sunrise photoshoot would not be feasible if I walked.
I could not bring a larger bike obviously, with minding the kinds and the travel.
So this small bike sure came in handy.
Many stuff are designed and made by the "world's factories" and big companies just send their buyers over to sign exclusive contracts to make the design theirs.
Even the Transformers line of cartoon/toys was like this. (sourced from Tomy in Japan by Hasbro in the 80's)
That "Fruit Company" which makes everyone's fav HP and PCs, has long left the mechanical design to its contractors only giving some direction and full control of aesthetic design.
In the not too distant past, China had a billion 'real world' users of made in China bicycles.
Not poseurs or theorists.
Users who commuted, ferried their kids/livestock/goods/etc on these bikes.
Anyway, here's another pic of the CRIUS.
20160906-IMGP3984-1 by jenkwang, on Flickr
Took it with me for a short vacation.
I knew that this location for a sunrise photoshoot would not be feasible if I walked.
I could not bring a larger bike obviously, with minding the kinds and the travel.
So this small bike sure came in handy.
10-08-16 | 05:19 PM
#32
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I would guess there are people here that know a lot more about that than me..
10-08-16 | 07:20 PM
#33
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Yeah I read the mother and son abscond story. But what if that is just a dog and pony show? "Splitting" up the company is just good business strategy. You get to sell more bikes.
Ok. What do I know. Just my cockamamie theory
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Ok. What do I know. Just my cockamamie theory
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10-09-16 | 12:29 AM
#34
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They had separate distribution networks in the US---that is expensive to do. I would guess they have merged them into one distribution outlet now.
10-09-16 | 05:32 AM
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From: NanNing GuangXi China
Bikes: Dahon HSL,NB994 16",Battle FSD 14"
20160416-DSC01187 by jenkwang, on Flickr
I have this bike. (CRIUS SMART 3.0) - 3sp IGH
Its inexpensive compared to many other options.
Well built, very light.
The light weight and size makes it very easy to handle both folded and non-folded.
Its also very easy to fold up and push. - fast and convenient
The IGH isn't what I expected though (Nexus 3sp).
A bit noisy for my taste and the higher gear feels less efficient.
Its a good option for those living in areas where the grade varies a bit.
Where I am, I think the single sp version might suffice.
I certainly won't think of this bike for any long rides.
As a last mile bike, I think its really good.
The reality of manufacturing for those who don't know is that many stuff one thinks is done by one brand is not really so at all.
Many stuff are designed and made by the "world's factories" and big companies just send their buyers over to sign exclusive contracts to make the design theirs.
Even the Transformers line of cartoon/toys was like this. (sourced from Tomy in Japan by Hasbro in the 80's)
That "Fruit Company" which makes everyone's fav HP and PCs, has long left the mechanical design to its contractors only giving some direction and full control of aesthetic design.
In the not too distant past, China had a billion 'real world' users of made in China bicycles.
Not poseurs or theorists.
Users who commuted, ferried their kids/livestock/goods/etc on these bikes.
Anyway, here's another pic of the CRIUS.
20160906-IMGP3984-1 by jenkwang, on Flickr
Took it with me for a short vacation.
I knew that this location for a sunrise photoshoot would not be feasible if I walked.
I could not bring a larger bike obviously, with minding the kinds and the travel.
So this small bike sure came in handy.
Many stuff are designed and made by the "world's factories" and big companies just send their buyers over to sign exclusive contracts to make the design theirs.
Even the Transformers line of cartoon/toys was like this. (sourced from Tomy in Japan by Hasbro in the 80's)
That "Fruit Company" which makes everyone's fav HP and PCs, has long left the mechanical design to its contractors only giving some direction and full control of aesthetic design.
In the not too distant past, China had a billion 'real world' users of made in China bicycles.
Not poseurs or theorists.
Users who commuted, ferried their kids/livestock/goods/etc on these bikes.
Anyway, here's another pic of the CRIUS.
20160906-IMGP3984-1 by jenkwang, on Flickr
Took it with me for a short vacation.
I knew that this location for a sunrise photoshoot would not be feasible if I walked.
I could not bring a larger bike obviously, with minding the kinds and the travel.
So this small bike sure came in handy.
10-09-16 | 07:52 PM
#36
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Crius foldable bike
Hi , I am from Singapore. I was like you, a newbie in fold-able bike until I purchased my 20" Crius bike in August 2016.
I have no regret getting this bike, it is stylish, easy to fold and roll around in public places. Its light weight facilitate its mobility. More important is its very competitive price for the features it offer.
I have used it for the last 2 mths and found it reliable, I love my Crius bike!
regards,
Henry Ong
I have no regret getting this bike, it is stylish, easy to fold and roll around in public places. Its light weight facilitate its mobility. More important is its very competitive price for the features it offer.
I have used it for the last 2 mths and found it reliable, I love my Crius bike!
regards,
Henry Ong
Hi,
I am a newbie in folding bike, and considering to purchase one.
Usage would be for occasional weekends / weekdays night to ride around the city area. Perhaps for work too in future (about 15K one way).
I was considering Tern coz it is stylish and reasonably priced, until I came across this new brand (supposedly) called CRIUS.
I believe someone somewhere mentioned about CRIUS before, however I would like to seek in-depth understanding of this brand.
Comparing to Tern and the like, it is even better priced. Nonetheless, there is little known yet about its quality & performance. I've tried to visit their website CRIUS but it's all in Chinese characters.
Does anyone here have hands-on experience with CRIUS or can share with me if this brand is reliable for my usage?
-guoze-
I am a newbie in folding bike, and considering to purchase one.
Usage would be for occasional weekends / weekdays night to ride around the city area. Perhaps for work too in future (about 15K one way).
I was considering Tern coz it is stylish and reasonably priced, until I came across this new brand (supposedly) called CRIUS.
I believe someone somewhere mentioned about CRIUS before, however I would like to seek in-depth understanding of this brand.
Comparing to Tern and the like, it is even better priced. Nonetheless, there is little known yet about its quality & performance. I've tried to visit their website CRIUS but it's all in Chinese characters.
Does anyone here have hands-on experience with CRIUS or can share with me if this brand is reliable for my usage?
-guoze-
10-11-16 | 07:37 PM
#39
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Hi , I am from Singapore. I was like you, a newbie in fold-able bike until I purchased my 20" Crius bike in August 2016.
I have no regret getting this bike, it is stylish, easy to fold and roll around in public places. Its light weight facilitate its mobility. More important is its very competitive price for the features it offer.
I have used it for the last 2 mths and found it reliable, I love my Crius bike!
regards,
Henry Ong
I have no regret getting this bike, it is stylish, easy to fold and roll around in public places. Its light weight facilitate its mobility. More important is its very competitive price for the features it offer.
I have used it for the last 2 mths and found it reliable, I love my Crius bike!
regards,
Henry Ong
Indeed.
I looked at quite a few options and like models.
The Fnhon, Dove, Eezzy and I also have the Java X2.
The Crius is the same bike as the Fnhon (and perhaps the Dove) but S$150-200 cheaper in most cases.
Compared to the Java X2 the litepro parts feels/looks higher end and contributes to a very light bike.
The Java does give a nice ride though with the fatter tires and smoother SRAM Automatix 2 sp IGH.
Combination of light weight and small size makes this bike so easy to fold up and push.
With a larger bike with the same conventional fold, I find that it takes a lot more wrist power to balance the bike while pushing, not so the CRIUS.
I simply lower the seatpost, hold the bike, strap the wheels together with a velcro strap and leave the handlepost unfolded so that I can push it like a wheelbarrow.
10-11-16 | 09:57 PM
#40
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no I opted for the much stiffer one piece ..... Funny enough, I had several people ride them totally different size folks..
smaller folks liked the upride position, larger guys liked that it was sporty ....
But we can customize with longer or shorter T section handlebar and throw an aber hallo or Litepro extender on it, maybe even an Andros stem....
The 14 inch is more for shorter distances I would assume, hence I like to keep it simple.
thor
smaller folks liked the upride position, larger guys liked that it was sporty ....
But we can customize with longer or shorter T section handlebar and throw an aber hallo or Litepro extender on it, maybe even an Andros stem....
The 14 inch is more for shorter distances I would assume, hence I like to keep it simple.
thor
Last edited by tdonline; 10-11-16 at 10:00 PM.
10-11-16 | 10:14 PM
#41
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CRIUS Foldable Bike
Indeed, I am very happy with my first purchase of my bike after retirement. The Crius added joy to my retirement activities. It allows me to explore every part of our little Island State...
regards,
Henry
regards,
Henry
Indeed.
I looked at quite a few options and like models.
The Fnhon, Dove, Eezzy and I also have the Java X2.
The Crius is the same bike as the Fnhon (and perhaps the Dove) but S$150-200 cheaper in most cases.
Compared to the Java X2 the litepro parts feels/looks higher end and contributes to a very light bike.
The Java does give a nice ride though with the fatter tires and smoother SRAM Automatix 2 sp IGH.
Combination of light weight and small size makes this bike so easy to fold up and push.
With a larger bike with the same conventional fold, I find that it takes a lot more wrist power to balance the bike while pushing, not so the CRIUS.
I simply lower the seatpost, hold the bike, strap the wheels together with a velcro strap and leave the handlepost unfolded so that I can push it like a wheelbarrow.
I looked at quite a few options and like models.
The Fnhon, Dove, Eezzy and I also have the Java X2.
The Crius is the same bike as the Fnhon (and perhaps the Dove) but S$150-200 cheaper in most cases.
Compared to the Java X2 the litepro parts feels/looks higher end and contributes to a very light bike.
The Java does give a nice ride though with the fatter tires and smoother SRAM Automatix 2 sp IGH.
Combination of light weight and small size makes this bike so easy to fold up and push.
With a larger bike with the same conventional fold, I find that it takes a lot more wrist power to balance the bike while pushing, not so the CRIUS.
I simply lower the seatpost, hold the bike, strap the wheels together with a velcro strap and leave the handlepost unfolded so that I can push it like a wheelbarrow.
10-12-16 | 08:15 AM
#42
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you would need either a longer handlepost and or a aber hallo, litepro extender, or Andros 2. Not a big deal to change it.
11-11-16 | 09:02 AM
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I hope I don't disregard forum rules, but this is a crius thread, hence I am positive I can post some pics of a couple custom bikes.
First one is a velocity frame with 451 wheels and huge gear ratio ( 28 - 104 )
Second one is a Master frame with disc brakes and loads of carbon goodies
First one is a velocity frame with 451 wheels and huge gear ratio ( 28 - 104 )
Second one is a Master frame with disc brakes and loads of carbon goodies
11-11-16 | 09:52 AM
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Thor, on the first pic with the huge gear ratio - that RD looks pretty far stretched out, more than I'd be comfortable with. Does it shift cleanly off the largest sprocket? Is there any chain slack on the smallest sprocket?
11-11-16 | 10:23 AM
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slack in small sprocket is fine on the velocity bike.
Gear ratio on the master is 30 - 95 with 18 speeds ... it has a medium length derailleur, a long one like on the velocity ( who can wrap more chain ) would be too low to the ground with 406 wheels for my taste .. but 30 95 aint bad either.
Gear ratio on the master is 30 - 95 with 18 speeds ... it has a medium length derailleur, a long one like on the velocity ( who can wrap more chain ) would be too low to the ground with 406 wheels for my taste .. but 30 95 aint bad either.