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Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-23, 04:31 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

The new Swift begin shipping today!

The new Swift begin shipping today!
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-23, 06:23 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,140
Posted By 2_i

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Big and Small - Rwanda Art Museum (former Presidential Palace)
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

Our container has arrived, but US Customs has...

Our container has arrived, but US Customs has decided to pull it for inspection. This could add two weeks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-23, 11:46 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 156,525
Posted By Pinigis

I am trying for 15 orders to get the price down...

I am trying for 15 orders to get the price down and to make it worthwhile. If we ship directly from the factory to an destination outside of the US, the Trump tax would be avoided.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 156,525
Posted By Pinigis

As many of you know, Origami is bringing the...

As many of you know, Origami is bringing the Swift back with a chromoly frame and fork, but we have an opportunity to do a production run in titanium since the factory still have the original tooling...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-11-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 930
Posted By Pinigis

Although Xooter no longer makes the Swift,...

Although Xooter no longer makes the Swift, Origami has begun producing it (with the approval of Peter Reich) and will begin shipping them next week.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By stargazer48

I got back to biking after a hiatis of 7 years...

I got back to biking after a hiatis of 7 years due to hip problems. Bought a Zizzo Liberte, a cheap light speedy bike which came with a 48T front chain ring. Within 3 months, I upgrade to a 52T....
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

Yes, at the same cadence, a 58T is going to be...

Yes, at the same cadence, a 58T is going to be significantly faster than a 52T.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-13-23, 10:10 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

It is hard to see in the photo, but we included a...

It is hard to see in the photo, but we included a message below the word Swift that says, "Original design by Peter Reich, reimagined by Origami". I wanted to make sure that Peter alway gets credit...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 8,591
Posted By jfouellette

Here is my trifold bike from Litepro. Basically...

Here is my trifold bike from Litepro. Basically 1/3 the price of a genuine Brompton. It has differences. One is that it will roll even when the front section is not folded. The front wheel doesn’t...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

I will get a photo of the grey tomorrow, but for...

I will get a photo of the grey tomorrow, but for now I have a photo of the production model in green. Note the adjustable handlebar stem, full fenders, black rims, and added bottle mounts.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-10-23, 04:16 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By BikeLite

Early article on the Swift. How ironic is the...

Early article on the Swift. How ironic is the title? (New York Magazine July 28, 1997)
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-21-23, 10:08 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

ok, I tried our new 33.9mm seat post in an...

ok, I tried our new 33.9mm seat post in an original Swift frame and it fits. I think 34mm may have been a round off.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-21-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

Actually, the Swift folds faster, has a far wider...

Actually, the Swift folds faster, has a far wider gear range and a much higher top speed.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-20-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 936
Posted By Pinigis

they absolutely will NOT fit.

they absolutely will NOT fit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-22, 07:07 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 7,123
Posted By Polaris OBark

Thank you for doing the right thing!

Thank you for doing the right thing!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-22, 01:02 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Darth Lefty

That ring is cool. Some oddball questions......

That ring is cool.

Some oddball questions...

Does the seat post have a min insertion marking and does said marking account for the needs of this bike in particular? or asking another way how...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-22, 12:34 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

OK, here is the final prototype. I know that...

OK, here is the final prototype. I know that some of you don't like the rack, but it is stronger than our other options, and it looks pretty good in black. We will begin production in about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,140
Posted By robobike316

Heading down a muddy river in the solo cedar...

Heading down a muddy river in the solo cedar strip canoe.
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Forum: Folding Bikes
10-23-22, 09:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,839
Posted By jfouellette

Here is the final result. My Bike Friday is now...

Here is the final result. My Bike Friday is now An urban adventure version.

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-16-22, 04:46 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By seat_boy

Hey, how about that new Origami Swift? Xootr...

Hey, how about that new Origami Swift?

Xootr offered the stem posts in an extra long size, will Origami have that option?
Forum: Touring
10-15-22, 05:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,505
Posted By Ron Damon

So, I fly in to Madrid. What's my next move?

So, I fly in to Madrid (Barajas) with a folding bike in late November. What's my next move if the goal is to cycle south, south-west (possibly into Portugal), towards warmer weather?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-13-22, 12:28 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Siu Blue Wind

Stop

Stop
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-22, 12:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,292
Posted By ClayH

Help me price my Titicaca mini velo

I bought this Titicaca from a friend because it was unique, quick to spin up, and heck, it says Titicaca on it.:p But it is a little small for me and my 65-year-old knees/hips... need more room to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-30-22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 813
Posted By Pinigis

The Bull is a little less expensive, has a...

The Bull is a little less expensive, has a 9-speed gear set vs. 6-speed, includes the rack and fenders, has disc brakes vs. vee brakes, and IMHO is better looking.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-29-22, 04:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,692
Posted By tds101

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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-29-22, 10:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 813
Posted By Schwinnsta

A few things you should know about folding bikes...

A few things you should know about folding bikes - Manufactures inflate their height capacity by just considering the height of the seat to the pedal. They do not consider your physical ability to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-26-22, 09:29 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

It will be very swift, and strong, and versatile,...

It will be very swift, and strong, and versatile, and beautiful.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

yes, we will add that.

yes, we will add that.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-22, 12:25 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

Time to remedy that error.

Time to remedy that error.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-22, 03:22 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By tds101

I owned the Xootr Swift, and I loved it. I sold...

I owned the Xootr Swift, and I loved it. I sold it, and I'm regretting it till this day. The ride was exactly like my full size bikes. I so miss it. 😭
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-22, 03:11 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By seat_boy

Personally I don't like the painted wheels. It...

Personally I don't like the painted wheels. It makes it look like a cheap department store bike. But I don't see trading my current Xootr for this one (unless the new one is bigger), so that's just a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Ron Damon

Looks interesting. But that rack, though. 😭 My...

Looks interesting. But that rack, though. 😭 My god, talk about ugly-fying the bike. 🙄 With the rise of bikepacking in the last decade+ there's been a move towards detachable bags. You've got a front...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

I will get more photos without the rack, and...

I will get more photos without the rack, and weigh it with and without the rack.
Yes, there will be a line drawing of an origami paper figure of a swift on the production model. I just didn't have...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-22, 05:41 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,839
Posted By jfouellette

Well, can’t live without a somewhat folding bike....

Well, can’t live without a somewhat folding bike. Here is my acquisition to replace my stolen bike.More details later.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,391
Posted By anga

Bike Friday has an electric option that adds...

Bike Friday has an electric option that adds electric motor hub to front wheel and removable battery. Remove the battery and swap front wheel to a wheel with a regular hub and you have a regular...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-22, 05:32 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Schwinnsta

I can't speak for him, but, I think he wanted...

I can't speak for him, but, I think he wanted suggestions for his own use so that he would not miss anything that he might incorporate in the design. An example, I suggested that he use sealed...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-12-22, 10:21 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Darth Lefty

What size is the seat post? Edit: Will frame...

What size is the seat post?

Edit: Will frame sets be available and if so what all would be in them?

I kind of can't wait
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-09-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,181
Posted By Pinigis

The new Swift will will have a 58T chain ring and...

The new Swift will will have a 58T chain ring and a 11-40 10-speed cassette for a 28 to 102.5 gear inch range. It will be plenty fast without sacrificing low-end hill-climbing ability. I should have...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-08-22, 07:19 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

We have a couple of Proto types in production...

We have a couple of Proto types in production right now. I should be able to share photos of them with you in a couple of weeks
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-25-22, 08:57 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,140
Posted By Pinigis

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

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The Bull and the Minotaur.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-25-22, 04:44 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,140
Posted By vaultbrad

Becoming a favorite

This BF Pocket Llama was made for my neighbor, who seldom rode it. He passed recently and his wife gifted(!) their two matching custom Pocket Llamas to me and my wife. Riding this bike reminds me of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,140
Posted By Pinigis

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

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Origami Bull on the beautiful Outer Banks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-22, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 747
Posted By Pinigis

The Bull is finally available! I have put a few...

The Bull is finally available! I have put a few hours on one this week.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-27-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 427
Posted By tcs

Uh, maybe they should have bought a folder? I mean, duh.

From the BBC, a report on bike parking/storage in London. I swear, it's almost a Brompton advertisement. :)

https://youtu.be/3q-Wl-OR-co


BTW, the white bike the lady is struggling with IS a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-22, 11:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,934
Posted By pinholecam

Would have been best if it catered a 10-35T or...

Would have been best if it catered a 10-35T or 10-34T with a 10-11-12 teeth for the highest 3 gears.
That will take care of the riders that want to ride faster.
It will need a hub to be...
Forum: BMX
03-28-22, 09:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,674
Posted By JVME

I'm just coming back to say thank you to the...

I'm just coming back to say thank you to the folks who've suggested the various formats of 20" bikes; be they "Trad" BMX, minivelos or folders or whatever. While the folders and minivelos are a more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-22, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,287
Posted By yellowbarber

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I picked up this original Swift Folder...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-22-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By seat_boy

Be careful with a big rear cog--you'll quickly...

Be careful with a big rear cog--you'll quickly run out of ground clearance for the derailer. I mocked this up on my BF, and a 46t cog put the cog too close to the ground for my comfort.

If you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-21-22, 08:36 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 44,924
Posted By Pinigis

Peter is sending one to me soon. I look forward...

Peter is sending one to me soon. I look forward to playing with it.
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