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Forum: Folding Bikes
08-12-14, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,120
Posted By emeralds

Head tube too short on Dahon

I've had my mu uno for a good while now and I like most everything about it except that I wish I could have the handlebars a good few inches higher. I'm only 6 feet but I like to have my seat high...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-14, 08:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,079
Posted By emeralds

mu uno: coaster brake removal

Is this possible/easy or will I just make an ass of myself bringing mine over and requesting this at the bike shop? The one closest to me have never worked on folding bikes so I also want to avoid...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-14, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 997
Posted By emeralds

Was just coming back to this thread to ask about...

Was just coming back to this thread to ask about those after doing some googling on my own actually. There seems to be both a 2" and 2.15". Is there any real discernible difference? Also, am I going...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-14, 05:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 997
Posted By emeralds

Tire reccs for Mu Uno please

I've been a mu uno owner for about a year now but have never quite been satisfied with bumpy rides. Sidewalks and streets are pretty rough where I live, I've had more than a few occasions where one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-13, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By emeralds

I've used mine regularly for a couple months and...

I've used mine regularly for a couple months and its still accumulating just as much as it did when new. This is with giving them stem regular wipe downs too. I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-13, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By emeralds

Dahon owners: Stem residue

I've purchased a Mu Uno and have mostly good things to say but as its my first folding bike my biggest problem is everytime I bring the stem down for folding purposes then bring it back up it's caked...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-09, 03:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,365
Posted By emeralds

Kilo TT: Two flats in a week

first was rolling up what burely counts as a curb, blew the tube right out instantly.

caught a thorn the second time. it got caught in the tire, didn't notice it til i went out to ride it the next...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-09, 02:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 701
Posted By emeralds

but if it blew a hole through the cap when it...

but if it blew a hole through the cap when it happened, could that be an indicator that i need a replacement tube and/or tire? if not, would the hole in the cap make a difference and do they even...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 701
Posted By emeralds

i was trying it both locked and unlocked. so...

i was trying it both locked and unlocked.

so which side do i want here, grey or black: http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/411CS9C7QNL._SS400_.jpg

it also came with a sort yellow diamond...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-09, 06:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 701
Posted By emeralds

kilo tt: flat or replacement

this has been my first non-bmx and have noticed even the smallest curbs on this thing hit hard. i hit one i hit most frequently the other day and the front wheel blew flat pretty much instantly. the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-01-09, 04:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

do the ones with gauges automatically detect what...

do the ones with gauges automatically detect what range it should be pumped at or is it different for different wheels? i'll definitely get one with a gauge as a guide as i have no idea how much is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-29-09, 11:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

how often should i be pumping my tires? i still...

how often should i be pumping my tires? i still haven't since i first got it. also does anyone have any recommendations? i don't have one of my own.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-23-09, 04:20 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

so is that something i can remedy by just...

so is that something i can remedy by just bringing the seat up a couple inches or is sizing up on the frame a better (although a much larger hassle) option?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-09, 12:40 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

really a couple weeks can make a big difference,...

really a couple weeks can make a big difference, now that i've ridden the thing a handfull of times i'm actually thinking it may be a cm or two small. i've read something about your legs should be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-09, 09:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

alright i'm getting the MKS gr9 with MKS...

alright i'm getting the MKS gr9 with MKS clips/straps. now tell me which colors between black and silver for all 3.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-09, 06:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

i can ride it fine now. still can't skid for ****...

i can ride it fine now. still can't skid for **** but i got the riding part down for the most part. doesn't mean i don't want to upgrade the pedals though. so as i said:

"since it looks like you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-09, 12:20 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

anyone?

anyone?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-09, 02:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

riding's coming more naturally but i still want...

riding's coming more naturally but i still want to replace these pedals asap. i don't need the best but despite riding a stock beater would be willing to go for something high end. since it looks...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-09, 01:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

also my knee opened up on the pavement right in...

also my knee opened up on the pavement right in front of my house today. my legs were really tired, made my half assed slowdown took one shoe out and couldn't get the other out and i fell right down...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-09, 01:20 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

well i've decided that the pedals/clips are too...

well i've decided that the pedals/clips are too flimsy to even want to get used to. what all is a decent upgrade and where online is a good place to purchase? would also like a suggestion on good...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-31-09, 07:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

so what are a good pair of upgrade pedals or can...

so what are a good pair of upgrade pedals or can i just upgrade the actual straps? also is there anywhere online with video that shows good technique that isn't just tricks and hill bombing? it's...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-31-09, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

if you guys say so then. makes sense as it is a...

if you guys say so then. makes sense as it is a smooth ride in motion, i just feel like an ass whenever i'm pulling up to an intersection.

what is the easiest way to get your feet in those feet...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-31-09, 04:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By emeralds

kilo tt size issue

i'm 5'11", have read frequently that guys my height typically fit a 57cm in most brands, kilo's run large and to size down. went with the 55cm. now if i'm sitting ass flat on the saddle and my feet...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-06-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,533
Posted By emeralds

kilo tt upgrade suggestions?

i'm wanting worthy but also aesthetic based upgrades and it seems most kilos out there aren't the purple that i have coming in. right now i just want to upgrade the saddle and bars. i'd like the two...
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