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Forum: Folding Bikes
10-04-14, 07:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,175
Posted By CameraMan

I've had success with a XL TNF base camp duffel -...

I've had success with a XL TNF base camp duffel - readily available in REI and many other outdoor shops.

Photos in this thread:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-14, 09:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,920
Posted By CameraMan

I ran winter marathons on my 26" commuter a few...

I ran winter marathons on my 26" commuter a few years ago.
They were simply amazing on ice.
The most difficult part of my journey was trying to walk without slipping from the bike shed to the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-14, 01:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,920
Posted By CameraMan

Schwalbe Winter Studded tires for Brompton

Mine arrived today :)

Winter | Schwalbe North America (http://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/road_tires/winter)
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-14-14, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,202
Posted By CameraMan

Perfect if you already have one of these VWs ...

Perfect if you already have one of these VWs
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ay-pAEk_4X8/Ty3mojXn3GI/AAAAAAAAQJo/TAbdrD6RJeY/s1600/gh-726491.jpg

I wonder if Titanium is available in the build it on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,417
Posted By CameraMan

This is the key to the problems: When I first...

This is the key to the problems:
When I first tried installing mine, I noticed even a thin pedal spanner would bind to the cranks.
I ended up adding two washers per side.

You may have to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-14, 02:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,433
Posted By CameraMan

I have the MKS Ezy Compacts on my Brompton: No...

I have the MKS Ezy Compacts on my Brompton:
No problems - they have a plastic circlip that stops accidental pedal detachment; this need to be taken off before the pedals can be removed - just hope I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-14, 05:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,245
Posted By CameraMan

If you have any meetups, please post here - I...

If you have any meetups, please post here - I also refuse to deal with Facebook.

Thanks,
Donald (Santa Rosa)
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-14, 10:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,127
Posted By CameraMan

The nut on the rear wheel is a pressure point...

The nut on the rear wheel is a pressure point that has the potential to damage the suitcase wall e.g. when other cases are stacked on it. I use about an inch of high density foam to surround it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-14, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,620
Posted By CameraMan

Great place, my first time on that island, though...

Great place, my first time on that island, though I did see Castlebay from the deck on a prior Uist-Oban ferry voyage.
I'm sure I will return some other year and extend the journey up through the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-14, 01:30 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,620
Posted By CameraMan

Sure looks like a hot , three bottles of water day

Sure looks like a hot , three bottles of water day
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-14, 07:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,568
Posted By CameraMan

My 6 speed BWR has the 44 tooth crankset: As I...

My 6 speed BWR has the 44 tooth crankset:
As I no longer live where I can commute by bike, I rarely feel the need for more speed.
A 39 tooth setup would be a good fit for touring.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-14, 01:31 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,620
Posted By CameraMan

Flew to Barra with my Brompton a couple of weeks...

Flew to Barra with my Brompton a couple of weeks ago :

http://www.donaldingram.com/ForumImages/Barra-5.jpg

http://www.donaldingram.com/ForumImages/Barra-6.jpg
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-13-14, 04:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

The Bag is now flight proven - trouble free, the...

The Bag is now flight proven - trouble free, the bike question never asked :thumb:

Here are a some photos ; first of the packed bag prior to departure in California, then some after the flight to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-17-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

Standard procedure with any packing would be to...

Standard procedure with any packing would be to unscrew the derailleur and put spacers held on with the wheel skewers.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-17-14, 08:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

Bike Friday Pocket Llama fits in the XL bag. ...

Bike Friday Pocket Llama fits in the XL bag.
27"x21"x13" = 61 linear inches :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-17-14, 09:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

Absolutely no issues with the duffel in backpack...

Absolutely no issues with the duffel in backpack mode with Brompton inside:
The straps are long enough with plenty of adjustment.
I felt no sharp protrusions in my back - I would be quite happy...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-15-14, 07:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

The seat and tires form the longest dimension. ...

The seat and tires form the longest dimension.
There is room to pad the front hinge and 1/2" under/over the bike.
Lots of length left in the bag.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-12-14, 06:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

Yep that's the one - also other sites with more...

Yep that's the one - also other sites with more colors e.g. with -20% offer The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag - 1525 - 9460cu in | Backcountry.com...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-12-14, 02:54 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 98,747
Posted By CameraMan

A Brompton fits into a TNL XL Base Camp Duffel...

A Brompton fits into a TNL XL Base Camp Duffel :-)

The fit is snug for width - but the bike fits with the standard fold i.e. without removing anything.
The bag has compression straps on the sides...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-12-14, 02:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

XL size is a winner

As the Brompton fitted into the XXL so easily, I went back and tried the XL.
It the fit is snugger - but the bike still fits and the ends of the bag are a non-issue.
The bag has compression straps...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-14, 08:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

I took a chance and ordered the XXL from REI ( as...

I took a chance and ordered the XXL from REI ( as it is 20% off and annual dividend time ).
The Brompton fitted in with easy - no parts needed to be removed :)
Once I've worked out a scheme to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-14, 01:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

I have a B+W hard case, but was looking for...

I have a B+W hard case, but was looking for something that could roll up as well as being less obvious.
To make the duffels comply, I think all I need to do is cinch in the (empty) ends of the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-14, 10:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

The XL is 19" x 32" ; the XXL 19.5" x 35.5". If...

The XL is 19" x 32" ; the XXL 19.5" x 35.5".
If the cylinder is flattened to an oval 24" x 12", it should just fit the circumference.
But it's probably too close to call without trying it - so I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-14, 08:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,832
Posted By CameraMan

BF/Brompton into TNF XL or XXL duffel - will it fit ?

Has anyone had success packing a Brompton or Bike Friday into one of the large XL or more likely the XXL The North Face Duffels ?

These things are very robust and great for air travel ; a regular...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-14, 02:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,400
Posted By CameraMan

Up here in Santa Rosa, Northern California, we...

Up here in Santa Rosa, Northern California, we have a Bike Friday dealership ; that's were I got my Llama last year.

http://www.bikepartners.net
A big part of their business is hiring out Bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-21-14, 09:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,918
Posted By CameraMan

I have them on my S6X. They are uncut. I may...

I have them on my S6X. They are uncut.
I may have moved the brake levers in a few mm; but I can't say for sure.
Other bar styles may need the grip rubber cut back.
Forum: Touring
10-31-13, 10:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,774
Posted By CameraMan

I fitted both my Marin ex-MTB now drop bar...

I fitted both my Marin ex-MTB now drop bar commuter conversion and my Moulton TSR30 with campag centaur ergo levers and shimano XT rear derailleur, hubs and cassette : the key to making the rear work...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-13, 07:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,019
Posted By CameraMan

I have one but never got around to fitting it :...

I have one but never got around to fitting it : proline-space-adaptor-handlebar-mount-accessory-bracket (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/proline-space-adaptor-handlebar-mount-accessory-bracket-prod8461/)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-13, 07:26 PM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 1,000,236
Posted By CameraMan

Very nice. The single S&S coupling is a great...

Very nice.
The single S&S coupling is a great idea - far stronger than the small lip and single clamp ring used on the Ritchey Breakaway bikes, which also use a seatpost clamp to hold the top...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-30-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,115
Posted By CameraMan

BF dealers can order frame sets, which is a...

BF dealers can order frame sets, which is a measure for overseas dealers to avoid excessive duty on fully built up bikes, but in the US, the amount of money that is deducted from the cheapest spec is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-30-13, 07:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,115
Posted By CameraMan

Looks great. Diamond black was also my choice...

Looks great.
Diamond black was also my choice for the somewhat heavier Llama frame I just built up.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-29-13, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,342
Posted By CameraMan

Google Helicopter tape. The Park Tools...

Google Helicopter tape.
The Park Tools emergency tire boot kit has some small patches of it, which I stuck on my latest frame to stop cable rub.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-19-13, 11:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,747
Posted By CameraMan

I just heard the frame for my winter project has...

I just heard the frame for my winter project has arrived at the local Bike Friday dealer :-)
I'm going to decommission my Airnimal Rhino and transfer the good parts, mainly XT, on to the Bike Friday...
Forum: Touring
10-06-13, 10:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,124
Posted By CameraMan

Has anyone been forced into stealth camping with...

Has anyone been forced into stealth camping with the current NPS and BLM/NFS lockout ?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-26-13, 02:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,984
Posted By CameraMan

If it's Epic cotton that interests you rather...

If it's Epic cotton that interests you rather than specifically the sports jacket styling:
Howies make a less formal Epic cotton jacket, which being grey is probably better at hiding the day to day...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-13, 12:11 PM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 1,000,236
Posted By CameraMan

That van belongs to Geoffrey Smith who runs a...

That van belongs to Geoffrey Smith who runs a folding bike shop up here in Santa Rosa CA.
A big part of his business is hiring out Bike Fridays - for visitors day touring around the Sonoma County...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-13, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,718
Posted By CameraMan

Are you sure the Aluminium frame is okay - you...

Are you sure the Aluminium frame is okay - you would not want it failing on you.
Will the insurance pay out for a total replacement of the bike ?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-30-13, 11:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,218
Posted By CameraMan

Is it a fixed wheel ? I see no brakes nor front...

Is it a fixed wheel ? I see no brakes nor front or rear derailleurs.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-24-13, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,131
Posted By CameraMan

Where can I sign up for the class to teach me...

Where can I sign up for the class to teach me those tricks
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-22-13, 01:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,919
Posted By CameraMan

That's my feeling as well : Brompton S is...

That's my feeling as well :
Brompton S is twitchy - the ergon grips help a bit
Moulton TSR30 is very stable
Ritchey Break Away cross - 700c yet I feel scared going downhill on this one
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-20-13, 08:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,282
Posted By CameraMan

Many many thanks for searching these out. I've...

Many many thanks for searching these out.
I've ordered up a pair of the Maxxis Holy Rollers - they seem to get good reviews for road, gravel and hard pack trails.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-20-13, 09:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,282
Posted By CameraMan

Guess I had the worst case scenario here: ...

Guess I had the worst case scenario here:

Cheap tires ( it was difficult to find knobbly tires for 20"/406 )
Black car
Black tires
Hot day
Car in direct sunlight
Hatchback with seats folded...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-19-13, 11:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,282
Posted By CameraMan

Both tires blew ! tubes and sidewalls gone ...

Both tires blew ! tubes and sidewalls gone
60psi rates tires.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-19-13, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,282
Posted By CameraMan

Don't leave your folder in the car

Yesterday afternoon about 3pm I packed my Airnimal in the back of my car.
The results were explosive.

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The tires had just been pumped to 55psi from a track pump in the...
Forum: Touring
08-19-13, 01:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,309
Posted By CameraMan

With a homemade 26x26x10 soft bag ( with...

With a homemade 26x26x10 soft bag ( with cardboard padding/stiffeners ) I flew with a non folding bike by stripping the frame and putting all the content into that regulation sized bag.
The frame...
Forum: Touring
08-18-13, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 725
Posted By CameraMan

When you get to Whakatane the day trip and...

When you get to Whakatane the day trip and landing on White Island is a must do.
Forum: Touring
08-18-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 725
Posted By CameraMan

I would second those books as books as well - I...

I would second those books as books as well - I toured with the latter and with a few pages torn out of the Kennett Bros. MTB rides #6...
Forum: Touring
08-18-13, 05:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 725
Posted By CameraMan

It was a while back and I ended with a derailleur...

It was a while back and I ended with a derailleur embedded in my 700c wheel 3/4 of the way through just north of Acheron.
The road had just been re-gravelled, and a big chuckie bounced up as I was...
Forum: Touring
08-18-13, 11:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 725
Posted By CameraMan

On the South Island I would recommend some superb...

On the South Island I would recommend some superb and less busy scenic roads:

From Queenstown to Wanaka take the Crown Range road via the famous Cardrona Hotel ( stop for lunch ) ; The highest...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-13, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,013
Posted By CameraMan

It's probably unpopular to say this, but taking...

It's probably unpopular to say this, but taking up so much space in an overhead bin is really inconsiderate.
I know a lot of people already take up more than a fair share of bin space with their...
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