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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,684
Posted By univega.duder

Well, I'm glad I decided to pass on purchasing...

Well, I'm glad I decided to pass on purchasing the Birch bike and grateful for those who advised against it; the latest Amazon review highlights alarming issues with frame welds coming apart Yikes!
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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-08-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,684
Posted By univega.duder

Jur's Ti Swift is one of the best looking bikes...

Jur's Ti Swift is one of the best looking bikes I've seen. He really nailed it. I think the Origami Swift could fit my needs and budget well. I like that it doesn't have much in the way of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,684
Posted By univega.duder

I've been really happy with the Helix bikes. The...

I've been really happy with the Helix bikes. The ride quality if fantastic and the folding elements are an engineering marvel. That being said I'd probably wait until they're a little more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,684
Posted By univega.duder

The reason I'm interested in the Birch bike in...

The reason I'm interested in the Birch bike in part is the very low cost $215 and the quirky design which I haven't seen before. But after reading everyone's comments here I'm less sure that the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-23, 08:43 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,465
Posted By univega.duder

I bought two Helix bikes. One is the standard...

I bought two Helix bikes. One is the standard Alfine model and the other is the ultralight 11 speed. They’re both excellent bikes. The ride quality is great and the folding mechanism is really well...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-16-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,540
Posted By univega.duder

Nice comparison of the Siggi and Helix. I agree...

Nice comparison of the Siggi and Helix. I agree the Helix is excellent and more compact than the Siggi. It also manages to be lighter while having larger wheels. I'm curious how much weight a rack...
Forum: Touring
11-12-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,387
Posted By univega.duder

I found a used Tubus Airy which I put on my...

I found a used Tubus Airy which I put on my Miyata 1000 and I love it. I also had a titanium version of the Tubus Duo low rider racks (this was before Tubus started making a ti version of the Tubus...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,540
Posted By univega.duder

Have you checked out the Eerdermetaal Brompton...

Have you checked out the Eerdermetaal Brompton mods with 20” wheels? Seems like he’s not taking new orders at this time but if you want 20” wheels like that could be an option? Or
Kinetics in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 564
Posted By univega.duder

Velo Orange was out of the fender attaching...

Velo Orange was out of the fender attaching hardware so I ended up buying some Honjo fender stays and hardware. They were a little more expensive than I wanted but seem to be high quality and were...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By univega.duder

Ha - this made me laugh. "Rarely works" has also...

Ha - this made me laugh. "Rarely works" has also been my experience with reverse drill bits but I decide to try anyway. I used some penetrating oil along with the ez-out. I also pried the cable slot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By univega.duder

Removal suggestions for mangled barrel adjuster?

I managed to fully mangle the barrel adjuster on my brake lever :-/ I was trying to loosen it and I not so smartly used a pair of pliers with excessive force promptly sheared off the adjuster. Oops!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-22, 08:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks CSport! I thoroughly enjoyed looking...

Thanks CSport! I thoroughly enjoyed looking through the Tange catalog - the bike parts look especially nice next to the images of Mt Fuji and cherry blossoms. I ended up ordering a Tange LN-3922...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-22, 06:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,083
Posted By univega.duder

Wow lots of resounding support for MKS and the...

Wow lots of resounding support for MKS and the Sylvan Next. I just ordered a pair and am excited to try them out. Thank you everyone for your thoughtful suggestions and opinions.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,254
Posted By univega.duder

SurferRosa I successfully installed the new axle...

SurferRosa I successfully installed the new axle and it's riding great!! I felt a nice sense of accomplishment learning a new skill. Thank you for all the instructions!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-22, 12:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,254
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks SurferRosa for the excellent suggestions....

Thanks SurferRosa for the excellent suggestions. I've ordered the Wheels Manufacturing axle and bearings. Looking froward to getting everything installed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-21, 03:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,190
Posted By univega.duder

Thank you everyone for all the thoughtful...

Thank you everyone for all the thoughtful replies! I especially enjoyed the bent kitchen fork image.

I've come to the conclusion that yes the fork is definitely bent. The front brake and front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-21, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,034
Posted By univega.duder

dedhed Thanks for the links. I like the idea of...

dedhed Thanks for the links. I like the idea of using the Nylon machine screw from the hardware store and the 10W30 motor oil.
Forum: Commuting
03-31-20, 01:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,421
Posted By univega.duder

I so sorry to hear you lost your pannier and...

I so sorry to hear you lost your pannier and valuables :-(

Last year my rear pannier bounced off my bike while riding from Soho to Brooklyn. I didn't realize until I was back in Brooklyn that it...
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