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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,668
Posted By veloceleste

Drexel Hill Cyclery - Owner's Biography...

Drexel Hill Cyclery - Owner's Biography (http://drexelhillumc.org/dhcyclery/OwnersBio/owners_bio2.html)
The original shop that sold your bike may still be in business. Before Raleigh went through...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 48,021
Posted By veloceleste

The new Swift looks great! As the owner of a...

The new Swift looks great! As the owner of a Xootr Swift, I would like to know if your rack is adaptable to the Xootr model and if so, are you considering making them available for purchase? Thanks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-21, 08:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,240
Posted By veloceleste

Like my bullhorns and went to a 34 from a 28 as...

Like my bullhorns and went to a 34 from a 28 as well as changing chainring from 52 to 50. For me the gearing is now ideal. Picture is from before drivetrain change.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-20, 08:56 AM
Replies: 1,521
Views: 455,208
Posted By veloceleste

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/34c56854_7ed1_4656_8b18_79150beb1a9c_5119464cf4b2ddcce12227cd7fa144155c412afc.jpeg
Looking across Chesapeake & Delaware Canal to South...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-05-18, 11:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,114
Posted By veloceleste

There is a 24 hour flash sale on the redshift...

There is a 24 hour flash sale on the redshift stem now at their website. Don't know when it started. My buddy and I ordered one. 104.95 free shipping.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-18, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,225
Posted By veloceleste

no affiliation and don't know if it's a deal or...

no affiliation and don't know if it's a deal or not

https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/bike-friday-pocket-silk-road/6631512591.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-03-17, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,542
Posted By veloceleste

Is this what you are looking for: High Rider...

Is this what you are looking for:
High Rider Stem Adapter 28.6/22.2 | SOMA Fabrications (http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/high-rider-stem-adapter-28-622-2)

I used one of these on my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-24-17, 02:26 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 26,270
Posted By veloceleste

The 2016 Tamland 1 is sold out. That was an...

The 2016 Tamland 1 is sold out. That was an incredible deal.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-17, 08:31 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 26,270
Posted By veloceleste

I just ordered a 2017 Tamland 1 with the...

I just ordered a 2017 Tamland 1 with the discount. I tried several local dealers before I even found out about the corporate site discount. None of them had any stock and quoted almost full retail. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-21-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 4,039
Views: 952,672
Posted By veloceleste

Maybe their licensing agreement ran out or they...

Maybe their licensing agreement ran out or they couldn't negotiate terms agreeable to both sides.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-05-16, 08:05 AM
Replies: 4,039
Views: 952,672
Posted By veloceleste

Thanks for posting this! I took the plunge. I...

Thanks for posting this! I took the plunge. I was looking at used ones for not significantly less. I already swapped pedals (Forte Campus), seat (Brooks B67) and grips (Ergon) from a couple of other...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-16, 12:36 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,185
Posted By veloceleste

sorry, couldn't resist! From one of my favorite...

sorry, couldn't resist!
From one of my favorite books:
T Rex Tryinghttp://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lzc6zq6WoC1ro09hco1_500.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-09-16, 07:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 20,548
Posted By veloceleste

I have an xrf8 on a Raleigh Twenty and 451...

I have an xrf8 on a Raleigh Twenty and 451 wheels. Once dialed in it works well. I have found the best adjustment isn't necessarily with the marks lined up exactly. In fact mine are "misaligned" by...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-13, 11:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,988
Posted By veloceleste

2nd the Intense MKII. Rolls fast on pavement and...

2nd the Intense MKII. Rolls fast on pavement and did great on rough, unpaved service roads, non-technical single track and also shallow muddy patches.329507
Just returned from a nice ride through...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-15-12, 05:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,191
Posted By veloceleste

Bike Friday Tikit Recall Notice

-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.CPSC.gov Report an Unsafe Product:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-11, 05:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 568
Posted By veloceleste

xrf8 fulcrum help needed

My LBS installed new cranks and a 42 tooth ring. Every thing worked great and I rode the bike for approximately 40 miles with no issues. I decided to change the fulcrum lever from the angled one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-09-11, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By veloceleste

Hi, You can either spread the front fork to fit...

Hi,
You can either spread the front fork to fit a modern hub or find a bike shop that has a vintage 90mm hub and build the wheel around that hub. That is what I did because I didn't want to spread...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-23-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By veloceleste

Spring Garden Street Bridge?

Spring Garden Street Bridge?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-10, 01:32 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,456
Posted By veloceleste

I use dual sided Performance campus pedals. They...

I use dual sided Performance campus pedals. They are SPD on one side and platform on the other. The best of both worlds if you ask me.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-10, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 853
Posted By veloceleste

Even though she doesn't, she is beautiful and I couldn't say no. . .

RSW16 purchased from original owner who still had the original bill of sale. She cost $95 in June of 1966. The cut in the rear fender is where an electric motor was installed. Absolutely beautiful...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-01-10, 01:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,907
Posted By veloceleste

Hi. I run 451 CR-18's with Primo Comet tires. I...

Hi. I run 451 CR-18's with Primo Comet tires. I changed the brakes out to a mid-sized Tektro caliper and Koolstop orange pads. The bike feels fairly quick and stops well....
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-09, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,385
Posted By veloceleste

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I bent the...

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I bent the fulcrum lever out. Inelegant (that's me) but simple (that's me too) and effective. I also looked at S. Brown's 8 speed Twenty and upon close...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-16-09, 09:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,385
Posted By veloceleste

Strumey X-RF8 speed/R20 chain rub

Hi,
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. The chain rubs against the adjusment barrel in the fulcrum lever. When removing and re-installing the wheel I can set-up everything properly so that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-13-09, 06:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By veloceleste

CPSC Dahon/REI recall notice

Dahon/REI recall Notice
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09214.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,083
Posted By veloceleste

I used a Soma quill extender and butterfly bar. ...

I used a Soma quill extender and butterfly bar. Very comfortable and a few hand positions.
http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc226/veloceleste/toptrek.jpg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-09, 04:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By veloceleste

Frank at Drexel Hill Cyclery. Long time Raleigh...

Frank at Drexel Hill Cyclery. Long time Raleigh dealer. I purchased my Twenty from him. Great mechanic and a good guy.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-09, 06:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 651
Posted By veloceleste

R20/SXRF 8 speed Gearing Question

Hello everyone,
I'm considering upgrading the BB and cranks on my R20 and would like to know how reasonably small a chain ring I can use. I have bad knees, like to spin uphill (actually all the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-08, 04:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,585
Posted By veloceleste

Once I got it dialed in I haven't had any...

Once I got it dialed in I haven't had any problems. However it took some trial and error to find the correct adjustment point.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-08, 12:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,680
Posted By veloceleste

http://www.mosquito-bikes.co.uk/ Listed as Soma...

http://www.mosquito-bikes.co.uk/ Listed as Soma distributor.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-08, 01:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,680
Posted By veloceleste

A couple of more views. And I finally figured...

A couple of more views. And I finally figured out how to post a picture!
http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc226/veloceleste/toptrek.jpg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-08, 01:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,680
Posted By veloceleste

How about a Soma xtra-long quill riser and a...

How about a Soma xtra-long quill riser and a butterfly handlebar? It drops right in and allows for upright or stretched out riding. These bars are very comfortable.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-27-08, 06:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,248
Posted By veloceleste

Be careful with standing and pedaling hard. ...

Be careful with standing and pedaling hard. Going up a little rise I came out of the saddle to pedal and because the frame flexed I bent the chain guard. Otherwise on grass paths with 1-3/8" 451...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-14-08, 05:32 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,609
Posted By veloceleste

When you ride one handed, do you move your hand...

When you ride one handed, do you move your hand towards the center of the handlebar closer to the stem? Doing so will give you more straight line control.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-12-08, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 609
Posted By veloceleste

The barrel end of the cable in the shifter may be...

The barrel end of the cable in the shifter may be partially dislodged, twisted and stuck in its mounting socket and when you are pushing on the cable, it is cable being pushed back into the shifter...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-11-08, 01:53 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,405
Posted By veloceleste

I read somewhere that seats are stolen to...

I read somewhere that seats are stolen to complete stolen bikes that the owners removed seats from so the seats wouldn't be stolen. Confusing?

Also, whenever I lock my mountain or road bike I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-09-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 694
Posted By veloceleste

True, I swear! The girlfriend didn't make it to...

True, I swear! The girlfriend didn't make it to wife.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-09-08, 12:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 694
Posted By veloceleste

Many years ago my girlfriend had her bike stolen...

Many years ago my girlfriend had her bike stolen in Ocean City, New Jersey. We reported it and gave a description to the police. One or two YEARS later, (it happened a long time ago) she gets a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-08, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 752
Posted By veloceleste

I'm happy with the Primo Comet 20X1-3/8 tires on...

I'm happy with the Primo Comet 20X1-3/8 tires on my R20. 85psi and good grip. They are available on various web sites.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-08, 07:22 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,608
Posted By veloceleste

The driver controls the power to the wheels via...

The driver controls the power to the wheels via the accelorator, clutch ect. I'm going for a bike ride now.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-08, 12:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By veloceleste

I use Mr. Tuffy tire liners in My R20 and...

I use Mr. Tuffy tire liners in My R20 and mountain bike. They are heavier than slime liners. I haven't had any problems and they have been in my mountain bike tires for years.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-08, 12:33 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,608
Posted By veloceleste

The driver controls the clutch and the engine. ...

The driver controls the clutch and the engine. The rider controls the pedaling and shifting.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-08, 08:09 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,608
Posted By veloceleste

From my Raleigh Sports owners manual regarding...

From my Raleigh Sports owners manual regarding the SA 3 speed hub (I can't believe I still have the manual but not the bike): ". . .The (gear) change may be made while the cycle is in motion or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-08, 11:40 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,608
Posted By veloceleste

From the Sturmey Archer instructions: "1.3 Gear...

From the Sturmey Archer instructions: "1.3 Gear Changing Stop pedal and select the gear required, then go on pedaling. If the bicycle is stationary simply select gear required."

As for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-03-08, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,325
Posted By veloceleste

I've never seen the big apple (tire) before. Now...

I've never seen the big apple (tire) before. Now I understand!
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-01-08, 07:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,822
Posted By veloceleste

Koolstop Continental orange pads. AFAIK Harris...

Koolstop Continental orange pads. AFAIK Harris Cyclery is the only place that has them in stock. I would still consider repalcing the rims, even if you keep the original hubs. The steel rims stop...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-27-08, 03:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,560
Posted By veloceleste

I know the name of the movie: Mad Snafu and the...

I know the name of the movie: Mad Snafu and the Return to Velodrome
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-08, 07:53 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,822
Posted By veloceleste

I adjusted the headset (original nylon) just as...

I adjusted the headset (original nylon) just as you would a traditional headset to loosen up the steering a bit. Although not as responsive as a new bearing headset, there was some improvement. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-08, 12:55 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 40,318
Posted By veloceleste

Oh no, not that! What a waste of a bike!;)

Oh no, not that! What a waste of a bike!;)
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-08, 07:10 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 40,318
Posted By veloceleste

Tiny Delaware, second smallest state in the U.S. ...

Tiny Delaware, second smallest state in the U.S. Not uncommon to hear "Where's Delaware, is that part of Pennsylvania?" Next week our local club is holding its annual Delaware Double Cross ride. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-08, 12:16 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 40,318
Posted By veloceleste

More Fort Delaware

The magazine
74468
Gun emplacement. Tough shot with all the trees!

74469
View back from the top of the battery.
74470
The R20 did some light offroading.
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It gave it a woody!
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