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Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Oh Mr know it all enters the chat again. Too...

Oh Mr know it all enters the chat again. Too tight and too bright. Let us lessor heathens all bow to Ramon. And his unequalled ability to buy cheap bike components. And build a better bike than the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

They are not gonna. These people are ANTI BIG...

They are not gonna. These people are ANTI BIG BIKE. They get off on antagonising people who buy premium level bikes. Because they either couldnt afford to do so. Or are so tight they didn't want to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

But it has no bearing (no pun intended) of the...

But it has no bearing (no pun intended) of the speed of the bike. The wattage expended from the rider is the biggest factor. Then the efficiency of the machine he is sitting on. And the next factor...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

He doesn't know what he is saying PERIOD. What he...

He doesn't know what he is saying PERIOD. What he was trying to do is say a 23lb X11 isnt a fast or EFFICIENT. As a fully specked 16lb Carbon road bike like a Pinarello. For what the X11 is. It's as...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I didnt say that picture I posted was him setting...

I didnt say that picture I posted was him setting the record did I? The only criteria I made clear was it was a small wheeled Moulton responsible. And Jim Glover was the rider.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x1600/screenshot_20240330_164939_samsung_internet_1ba14b325091b7e62307b8d2506c8d488d7bfea4.jpg
Small wheels rule for sheer speed.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

That's it Jipe educate these ignorant people....

That's it Jipe educate these ignorant people. That X30 is like a rocket if you are young and fit. It will run down a road bike easily. Over shorter distances small wheel performance bikes are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

All Tern verges are FAST. Or the better way to...

All Tern verges are FAST. Or the better way to put it is EFFICIENT enough to convert a riders Watts to superior forward movement. I've broken 30mph on my X11. And bare in mind im nearly 60 years old...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/20240328_151955_e1e01fde5536438ea09ea11d92de3ee56e0f6de2.jpg
The X11s little brother enters the chat. Say hello to the X9. The 406...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Well at least I've brought this half dead forum...

Well at least I've brought this half dead forum to life. Somebody had to do it.:lol:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I will be sure of that. BTW hows ur attempt to...

I will be sure of that. BTW hows ur attempt to build a bike half as good as the X11 going??? :cry:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

It's the king of folders IMO. You can run up any...

It's the king of folders IMO. You can run up any bike you like. For an out of the box folder. There's never been anything greater in my book. And I've had 6 folders in my time.

The X11 answered...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

The 451 wheelset is one of the factors that make...

The 451 wheelset is one of the factors that make it a supreme performer. How do I know. Because I've ridden 406mm folders over the same routes. I've ridden the X11. And it's two different...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 12:34 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Asians are bike crazy its a real passion with...

Asians are bike crazy its a real passion with them. Some of the most bling bikes on earth. Will be seen on the streets of Singapore. Philippines, Japan etc.

Look if you are multi modul travelling....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 12:06 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Americans cant get past Brompton when it comes to...

Americans cant get past Brompton when it comes to folders. They're a fickle jump the band wagon breed. Asians know bikes. I was recommended the X11 by my Philipino friend. He already had one. And was...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Dahon bikes are rubbish now and goddamm ugly to...

Dahon bikes are rubbish now and goddamm ugly to look at. They peaked 12 to 15 years ago with their MU range the Dahon MU SL. And EX were superb. Now they are making these heavy ugly bikes like the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

No folding bike performs better than the X11....

No folding bike performs better than the X11. After 7 years it's as good as the day I bought it. That frame is a work of art. Copied but never surpassed. Alot of people run their mouths on these...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

No its about does it make you happy and benefit...

No its about does it make you happy and benefit you in the longrun. And the X11 ticked both those boxes for me. And still does. And thats the point. I'm still enjoying the bike. And it's still saving...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-24, 02:26 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Yeah I know. But that's generally me too. I see...

Yeah I know. But that's generally me too. I see my peers in expensive cars. That not only cost alot to buy. But cost alot to RUN. And I am proud that I have saved tens of thousands over the years...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-24, 01:09 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

it's like I said £2,400 It's alot of money in...

it's like I said £2,400 It's alot of money in 2017 sure. But I could easily afford it. I'm a business man who loves folding bikes. I wanted a great bike out of the box. Sure some hands on Harry with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 11:52 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

You keep going on about £2,400 like it's a...

You keep going on about £2,400 like it's a fortune. £12,500 for a bike is a fortune. Get it into perspective BRO. You must be a very tight mean person. Or broke all the time. I give more than that to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Oh boy here go again.

Oh boy here go again.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 11:43 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Very good...

Very good...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Is it really that bad in Paris. You need 3...

Is it really that bad in Paris. You need 3 litelok 1s. Then you can go shopping for 20 minutes. It would take any Parisiian scum with an angle grinder over 20 minutes to get all 3 of them off. A...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Yes they are bike crazy in Asia. Oh without...

Yes they are bike crazy in Asia. Oh without question you don't leave your house with a bike of that value without it being insured. And I envy you having one. That's a dream bike for me. The only...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I know someone with the Moulton Speed. It's a...

I know someone with the Moulton Speed. It's a masterpiece with that incredible space frame. And FAST. But my gosh these guys want to talk about expensive bikes. £12,500 is what you really call...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Yeah this has all gotten out of hand over a...

Yeah this has all gotten out of hand over a folding bike. I should have known better at my age. You say something and someone's gonna get triggered and come for you.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

He got triggered because I titled my thread Tern...

He got triggered because I titled my thread Tern Verge X11 The KING OF FOLDERS. Thats all. I should have put IMO. So he thinks I am trying to state that as a fact. And sets out to rattle the cage and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

100% I've seen this argument against brands like...

100% I've seen this argument against brands like Tern and Brompton a 1000 times all over YouTube. It makes me laugh. Yes the Tern X11 was expensive. But my gosh its got used. I've ridden it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 04:09 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

It's not about money that's the whole point. It's...

It's not about money that's the whole point. It's about what makes you HAPPY. Are you going to go to the BFT channel and tell Shu he is an idiot for spending over $9,000 on his Tline Brompton to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 03:16 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

When I say the X11 is the King of folders. That's...

When I say the X11 is the King of folders. That's my opinion understand. From my experience. You and anyone else can have a different opinion..and of course its clear you do. It's YOU who started...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 02:51 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Well in my experience compared to what I was able...

Well in my experience compared to what I was able to get out of a full sized Trek hybrid about the same weight 24lbs. There's little in it. Not talking about a fully specked 16lb carbon road bike. Of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 02:38 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Stop being so tight. It's only MONEY you are a...

Stop being so tight. It's only MONEY you are a long time dead understand? I cannot stand tight people..I give more than £2,400 to charities every year. Put that in your pipe and smoke it. I cannot...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 02:33 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I own 3 bikes. Spent £ 2,400 on the X11 brand...

I own 3 bikes. Spent £ 2,400 on the X11 brand new. £800 On the X18 second hand. And £400 on the Dahon helios XX second hand.. All amazing bikes.

I ride the X11 alot more. Because everything about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 02:11 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I dont get all this penny pinching. So what. I...

I dont get all this penny pinching. So what. I wanted a top end bike. And I got one. And its paid for itself 8 times over in what I've saved jn travel expenses. If I had paid that kind of money. And...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 01:51 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

No that's Flexibility. And the X11 is as stiff as...

No that's Flexibility. And the X11 is as stiff as a folder gets. Even after 7 years. You miss the point. You obviously didn't read my posts properly. I own no car. And I rarely use any public...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Thats a poor man's clone. Only its not. The...

Thats a poor man's clone. Only its not. The handle bar is not even adjustable. You can't skimp on QUALITY. The Sram force groupset alone costs around £1000. Same way people clone Bromptons. But...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

That's no X11. That's a Y11:lol:

That's no X11. That's a Y11:lol:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Well for ne it was the opposite. I got fatigued...

Well for ne it was the opposite. I got fatigued faster with 50mm tires than 35mm. We will just have to agree to dis-agree. Where I live you cannot even ride a mile without facing some kind of uphill...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Thanks. It's all of the above to me.:thumb:

Thanks. It's all of the above to me.:thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Each to their own. Its served me well over the...

Each to their own. Its served me well over the years and saved me over £20,000 in travel expenses. Fenders not necessary. I cross London twice a month. My normal commute used to be a round trip of 13...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

That's the point. This folder is as good as any...

That's the point. This folder is as good as any full sized hybrid or road bike of the same weight. And should anything go wrong. I have the option to jump a bus. Train or in the boot of an uber.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Great Post. Wow you are alot fitter than me then...

Great Post. Wow you are alot fitter than me then that's all I can say. When I worked I commuted a 13 mile round trip from Purley to Woldingham. And that was enough for me in a day. Yes it's true I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Nice bike but nothing surpasses the lines of the...

Nice bike but nothing surpasses the lines of the X11. It truly is the Ferrari of folding bikes. When someone tells me how to upload pics on here. My X11 will enter. And the title of this thread will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

The Tern Verge X18 is A dedicated folding road...

The Tern Verge X18 is A dedicated folding road bike. It is as fast as the X11. But STILL more tiring over long rides. That's what's not being understood here. I didnt say no folder is as fast as the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

100% the X11 eats up miles easier than smaller...

100% the X11 eats up miles easier than smaller folders. ive been riding folders for 33 years. And I've had all three major sizes. In those years.

Brompton 349mm 16 inch
Dahon helios XX/Tern Verge...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

In every wev. They barrel up to speed easier. And...

In every wev. They barrel up to speed easier. And staying over 20mph is easier. More efficient. The routes that used to feel rough on my 20 inch Dahon. I glide over on the X11. The ride is more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Never skimp on inner tubes. For the sake of a bit...

Never skimp on inner tubes. For the sake of a bit of weight saving unless you are a pro cyclist its not worth it on rough uneven roads. I stick with schwalbe tubes and still get plenty of speed. Some...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

I've tried them all and nothing beats VEE...

I've tried them all and nothing beats VEE Speedsters. And I've off roaded with them too. The 451 wheelset has superior handling to the 406. Especially on rougher roads. And off road. There no getting...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,493
Posted By Sentinel1

Not on hills. The whole reason I bought the X11...

Not on hills. The whole reason I bought the X11 was where I live there's a tonne of hills to navigate. I had a folder with 406 wheels and two inch wide tires. It was like trying to ride a tank...
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