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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 390
Posted By Barchettaman

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5263_d085d733d764352f5176316dc55ff34161f1cfd9.jpeg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 9,617
Posted By Reddleman

Just announced by Shimano - an 8 speed low...

Just announced by Shimano - an 8 speed low profile derailleur with 11-45T cassettes, using standard hyperglide chains and cable pull.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 35,450
Posted By GeezyRider

I know you can put forum members on Ignore but is...

I know you can put forum members on Ignore but is there a way to Ignore threads that died in the last decade and contain the word "Tern"? :roflmao2:
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,599
Posted By Need41speed

Litepro stuff

The 1st of my Litepro parts from China arrived today. I was apprehensive about the shipping process, even if it was for free. Based on the arrival time & the condition upon arrival, has to be two...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 5,627
Posted By Schwinnsta

You would not know it from the picture, but the...

You would not know it from the picture, but the record was set with a full fairing. Neither the picture nor the bike is right. This is a disingenuous post at best. The record was set with a modified...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 847
Posted By GeezyRider

I have owned a Nano for a few years now. It is a...

I have owned a Nano for a few years now. It is a joy to ride and it puts a smile on my face every time I ride it. I have had no quality issues with this bike including the wheelset and paint finish....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 9,617
Posted By vuurmot

I was inspired by this thread, and decided to...

I was inspired by this thread, and decided to make a touring/errand bike.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/fnhon_4ae59faeb522a9d733ec1878943175e09c241f09.jpg

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-23-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 297
Posted By Barchettaman

Hon Disc 26” folder project (nearly) complete

I picked up this battered Hon in the next village for 75€ including a spare rear wheel, a 7-speed cassette and a nice trekking style saddle
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-20-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,036
Posted By Fentuz

yes, it was food for thought as it might spark...

yes, it was food for thought as it might spark other ideas/solutions.
Forum: Touring
03-17-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 269
Posted By Yan

Try the persimmons at Lishan. They are expensive...

Try the persimmons at Lishan. They are expensive but are the best I've ever had. I suggest the below place for lunch.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/enjTEQpthb1p5U9Y7
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Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,036
Posted By Winfried

Small brand ...

Small brand

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x534/592ae750_9215_4d90_b777_905afc6c06db_e4ffe7b794ce7a8756a12d5dc51791df7f8393fe.png
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,690
Posted By tds101

That will definitely get you up some steep...

That will definitely get you up some steep mountainsides... :love:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-24, 03:23 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,686
Posted By Fentuz

It's not rocket science :) it is only a bike....

It's not rocket science :) it is only a bike. like everything it is about having the correct tools and for the rest, youtube is the best tutorial. The annoying things about bike is the multitude of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-24, 11:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 379
Posted By Kabuto

As counterintuitive as it may seem, shorter...

As counterintuitive as it may seem, shorter cabling with tighter bends (within reason) actually results in less force required to shift the cable. Try googling "capstan equation for strings with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,427
Posted By HTupolev

[i] Possibly insufficient tension. As...

[i]
Possibly insufficient tension.

As you're riding, the section of the rim at the contact patch gets flexed upwards a little relative to the hub. This momentarily shortens the spokes that are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,025
Posted By tds101

Umm... Let your "friend" know that my fat azz...

Umm... Let your "friend" know that my fat azz (245lbs) doesn't experience creaking. My Dahons ALWAYS did, EXCEPT for the Dahon Mariner i7 w/the deltec cable. As noted in another thread, the funky...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,164
Posted By surak

I recently put new pads in my rain bike -- metal...

I recently put new pads in my rain bike -- metal pads for the front and resin for the rear. Metal tends to be stronger and fades less, but is louder with a tendency to squeal when wet. Organic is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-23-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,690
Posted By GeezyRider

This bike is indeed stunning. I like the...

This bike is indeed stunning. I like the black/gold combination so much the only thing I would do if it were mine would be to remove the decals from the rims.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 9,617
Posted By Duragrouch

Yes, and that's just the tiniest bit closer in...

Yes, and that's just the tiniest bit closer in ground clearance *in the event of a flat tire* than I would want. Not knocking your setup, I just want a little more "robust" setup. (And by robust (an...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,345
Posted By Schwinnsta

Large ruck sack used on the rear rack. Attach...

Large ruck sack used on the rear rack. Attach sack near the back of the rack and top of the sack to the saddle. These sacks hold a lot. For the front either the pack a folding basket bag or an old...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,806
Posted By Renzo404

That could make some sense as I hit a deep...

That could make some sense as I hit a deep pothole at almost 30 km/h on the previous ride I took that last photo. The impact was so strong that made my saddle point down. But I didn't noticed any...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-17-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,686
Posted By Fentuz

I measured them roughly - Sora rd3400 rated up...

I measured them roughly
- Sora rd3400 rated up to 27T --------> derrailleur mechanism is ~60mm and the cage is 60mm
- Sora SS r3000 rated for 32T Max--------> derrailleur mechanism is ~60mm and the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-17-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,686
Posted By splithub

Jockey wheels axle to axle - 74mm R3000SS, 50mm...

Jockey wheels axle to axle - 74mm R3000SS, 50mm RD-M640, so the Sora short is not really short compared to 105/Ultegra/DuraAce....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-15-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,538
Posted By Fentuz

After 1 year in this configuration (5000km), the...

After 1 year in this configuration (5000km), the bike is still very enjoyable and is the bike I ride the most due to low maintenance cost (components are cheap):
- 2 chain sram 971
- 1 BB Praxis...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,690
Posted By Schwinnsta

It appears you will find the stem angle...

It appears you will find the stem angle problematic for mounting bags on the block. Perhaps a small bag, maybe.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,857
Posted By Fentuz

So this thread started as a mini velo subject on...

So this thread started as a mini velo subject on 20" which then moved to 16".
Ron has published various pictures of his 16" folders with with ZEE groupset with are 10speed and he even said that he...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,857
Posted By Fentuz

What are you talking about, the 2 16" FHON linked...

What are you talking about, the 2 16" FHON linked pictures have a ZEE groupset which is 10 speed and on the last pic you can count 10cogs, admittedly, the gear 10 is small but the tooth can be seen...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-07-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,782
Posted By edwong3

I probably paid twice as much for my seat bag. I...

I probably paid twice as much for my seat bag. I guess the brand name "Zizzo" might have something to do with it.:D

As for the cables, I am planning to take it to a bike shop an have them...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 13,390
Posted By Duragrouch

First, you're right about my guess, I was wrong,...

First, you're right about my guess, I was wrong, and sit corrected. I'm actually quite glad to be wrong about this, by the way.

The rear derailleur I am using on my (almost 2 year operational and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-27-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 35,901
Posted By Schwinnsta

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/p1020160_258f6adee42ef09cdb475e971274055549d75ec5.jpg
An early mini velo I had back before the turn of the millennium.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 35,901
Posted By JGaerlan

Here's a 16" wheeled mini velo I built back on...

Here's a 16" wheeled mini velo I built back on the 90s. It had at least 8 quick release points so everything disassembled and fit into a very small case. Rode it to do the Camino de Santiago...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 35,901
Posted By GeezyRider

My Bannard Tension-R, a work in progress... ...

My Bannard Tension-R, a work in progress...

This gives me the urge to score a Huffy Cranbrook off FB Marketplace and make my own version. :lol:

Cool bike BTW.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-24, 01:38 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,763
Posted By splithub

Guys, one step at a time. After this 12s bike is...

Guys, one step at a time. After this 12s bike is established as the flagship - the "bike-to-have", and sales numbers have passed the peak, the next stage is ignited - disc brakes. The new Sunrace...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-16-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,048
Posted By edwong3

That is one good looking frame Ron! Exited to see...

That is one good looking frame Ron! Exited to see the finished project.

Edward
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,385
Posted By GeezyRider

Aha! Much more savory than what I first...

Aha! Much more savory than what I first imagined--a large insect. BTW, you live in a beautiful part of world as seen through your photos.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-06-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,254
Posted By edwong3

It's OK...

You know, sometimes we humans will have our perceptions twisted for lack of a better word. Maybe I thought you overreacted when it was actually me who overreacted. And just to make myself clear, I am...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-25-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,385
Posted By GeezyRider

I always enjoy reading about and seeing bikes...

I always enjoy reading about and seeing bikes that are well maintained and used - not garage queens or wall hangers.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-24-23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,062
Posted By tds101

OMG!!! That is going to be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

OMG!!! That is going to be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-23, 01:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,062
Posted By Need41speed

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_1682_abbed1475114ee82d9ac3c0ed53e320459c8fb75.jpeg
This project started 7 yrs ago w/ a Retrospec coaster brake folder. Upgrades...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,531
Posted By bblair

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/basement_bikes_fbe5d9d210f43d0f91f0b0d6e406a9c5772752c7.jpg
I have so much room now, I need more bikes.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-15-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 443,286
Posted By john m flores

Took the Bike Friday All Packa to the local...

Took the Bike Friday All Packa to the local trails.

https://youtu.be/4tIENauByuc
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-13-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,317
Posted By john m flores

Seriously, I love it. You clearly put a lot of...

Seriously, I love it. You clearly put a lot of thought into each and every piece and the result is just so cool. The "mildly ridiculous" statement is just recognizing that we small wheel folder...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-03-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,062
Posted By CrowSeph

lovely! Very unique

lovely! Very unique
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,181
Posted By tds101

Yeah, I can definitely see your point. That 9T...

Yeah, I can definitely see your point. That 9T cog will wear down pretty fast. And once it's gone, it's gone.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-29-23, 01:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,829
Posted By tcs

FWIW, Brompton Hire (C-Line Utility) @ 12.2 kg ...

FWIW, Brompton Hire (C-Line Utility) @ 12.2 kg
Dahon Mu Uno @ 9.9 kg
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-27-23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,594
Posted By tds101

I love IitePro parts. The quality is better than...

I love IitePro parts. The quality is better than most, and the pricing is excellent...even here in the USA.
Forum: Touring
11-21-23, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 371
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

In 2020, just before the COVID lockdowns, I...

In 2020, just before the COVID lockdowns, I reversed the trip, finding it more practical to leave the bike box and luggage in Hanoi and then fly to Luang Prabang to kick off the journey. The...
Forum: Touring
11-17-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,695
Posted By Alan K

Ron Damon: Nice photos!

Ron Damon: Nice photos!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-23, 06:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 772
Posted By CAT7RDR

Multi-purpose urban-touring tire.

Multi-purpose urban-touring tire.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-23, 06:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 772
Posted By noimagination

I'd say: Surface: gravel to dirt that is a...

I'd say:
Surface: gravel to dirt that is a little loose but not muddy, nor deep sand/snow.
Terrain: looks OK for gravel roads through crushed gravel paths to mild off-road on a fairly even surface,...
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