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Forum: Folding Bikes
03-22-23, 12:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,327
Posted By Tall_Xootr

I have seen a few Giatex bikes ages ago. For...

I have seen a few Giatex bikes ages ago. For those who are interested, here is a video review of one of the earlier models.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yldx1omB2nQ

Never got to test ride...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-17-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 45,277
Posted By Tall_Xootr

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/e7105701_44ca_46ae_9c22_cfa721bcec28_0920a0866ac2e72c05503e3221231384e57c574d.jpeg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-23, 12:05 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 45,277
Posted By Tall_Xootr

New Swift Sizing

I currently have a Xootr Swift with the longest possible seatpost. I am about 6'5" with a 34 inseam. I am interested in the new Swift for the states. I have two nephews taller than me and I plan to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-16-22, 03:31 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 45,277
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Options for tall cyclists would be nice. Maybe...

Options for tall cyclists would be nice. Maybe made to accommodate a 36” inseam or more. I think the original Xootr could handle people as tall as 6'7”.

As far as I know there is only one folding...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-22, 07:08 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 45,277
Posted By Tall_Xootr

A 300 lb Weight limit is great. Could you...

A 300 lb Weight limit is great.

Could you please give the specs for rider height?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-22, 06:25 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 45,277
Posted By Tall_Xootr

The prototype looks really good. I have a Xootr...

The prototype looks really good. I have a Xootr Swift and if I can make some suggestions:

1 - Consider different quick releases on the seatpost. I swapped mine out for some cheap Sunlite one’s...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-06-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Schwinnsta, Thanks for the photos.

Schwinnsta,

Thanks for the photos.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-05-21, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Schwinnsta, Was thinking of getting the...

Schwinnsta,
Was thinking of getting the Surly Monkey nuts for my Xootr. Did you have to make any modifications to them to fit the Xootr dropouts or were they a perfect fit? Also if you could,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-05-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Did you contact Xootr or just check on their...

Did you contact Xootr or just check on their website? On my last trip to the states I was thinking of picking up an extra hangar just in case. Contacted Xootr and they said they had plenty in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-20, 04:29 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Seat boy, Have you also tried Peter Reich at...

Seat boy,

Have you also tried Peter Reich at Swift Folders? He may have some parts or give you a quote to make a riser. Also the small riser combined with the Soma riser may be all you need. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-20, 09:23 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

The extender was recommended by Peter at Swift...

The extender was recommended by Peter at Swift Folders. I purchased this after using one of those stems that are adjustable for angle. This is a far better solution, though if I do want to play...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-20, 05:39 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Have a pair of 100 mm riser bars that Xootr gave...

Have a pair of 100 mm riser bars that Xootr gave me that I never installed. So it is doable. You may want to email them, they are very helpful.

Also had a pair of 74 mm mountain bike bars, which...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-24-19, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,158
Posted By Tall_Xootr

This is the site I use to determine tire and rim...

This is the site I use to determine tire and rim compatibility.

https://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html

Page down to the section on Width consideration.

Regards,
Joseph
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-19, 05:44 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

laffin_boy, Again thanks. I am looking to...

laffin_boy,
Again thanks. I am looking to use wider tires. Preferably 406-47 and I need a little more space for the width. What is the widest tire you have used with your Swift?
I will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-19, 01:58 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Laffin boy, Thanks for the info. Just to...

Laffin boy,
Thanks for the info. Just to clarify is this your bicycle? https://www.bikeforums.net/21027073-post3855.html
Though a really nice bike, It doesn't have the standard Xootr dropouts. Do...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-24-19, 10:32 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Move rear wheel back

Has anyone had any experience with the Surly Monkey Nuts V2.

https://www.jensonusa.com/Surly-Monkey-Nuts

I would like to move my wheel back to use a wider tire. In the past I have tried just...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-19, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

I have a typical SKS 20" fender in the front: ...

I have a typical SKS 20" fender in the front:

https://www.sks-germany.com/en/products/bluemels-shiny-20-53-black-set/

In the rear I use a removable fender so I can fold the bicycle more easily....
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 07:44 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Seatpost clamp for Xootr Swift

Has anyone used this Bikefriday clamp in place of the standard Xootr Swift seatpost clamp?

https://store.bikefriday.com/product_info.php?cPath=35&products_id=710

Regards,
Joseph
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-18, 03:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,884
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Regarding the bicycle on the craigslist post....

Regarding the bicycle on the craigslist post. Does anyone know if the QR levers on the seat post mast are the ones Bikefriday uses for their seat post mast?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-26-18, 06:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,346
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Schwinnsta, Thanks for the advice. The seatpost...

Schwinnsta,
Thanks for the advice. The seatpost on my Xootr Swift is listed as 34mm. What size clamp would I need? Without any bike shops near me the closest I could find on the internet was a Giant...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-26-18, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,346
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Assembly compound on folding bike seatpost.

I am at the max for my folding bike weight limit. When I ride the seatpost tends to slip and I am worried about over tightening the quick releases as I have already bent one. I am considering using...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-18, 04:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,879
Posted By Tall_Xootr

ttgg, Yes, "The Delta raiser needs to...

ttgg,
Yes, "The Delta raiser needs to clamp/stack on top of the existing Xootr raiser" and then just mount your stem to the Delta riser.

Also with the extender/riser I have I can rise the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-18, 05:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,879
Posted By Tall_Xootr

ttgg, The Delta Stem Riser pro should clamp...

ttgg,
The Delta Stem Riser pro should clamp onto your Xootr Swift because the Swift has a steerer diameter of 28.6mm or 1 1/8".

https://deltacycle.com/stem-raisers/alloy-stem-raiser-pro-black
...
Forum: Touring
08-03-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Leebo and Saddlesores, Thanks for the...

Leebo and Saddlesores,
Thanks for the suggestions. I have in the past contacted Peter at Swift about making a new stem and he actually recommended a riser. Instead of that I went with 70 mm riser...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-18, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,338
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Have you taken a look at the Monkii Cage. I have...

Have you taken a look at the Monkii Cage. I have the [V] version for my folder and never had a problem with it falling out. I original bought it because I wanted something that would carry a thermos...
Forum: Touring
08-01-18, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Thanks fietsbob, Both good suggestions. The...

Thanks fietsbob,

Both good suggestions. The Dumbo bars look very interesting, but a bit expensive and for a folder maybe a bit of an overkill.

As for the stem. I think I am pretty much maxed...
Forum: Touring
08-01-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Butterfly bars with 50 mm or more rise.

Can anyone recommend butterfly bars with a decent amount of rise? A lot of the sites I have visited don't list the rise of the butterfly bars. The best I have seen are the Ergotec Contest bars with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-18, 04:35 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

If by some chance Xootr doesn't have one you can...

If by some chance Xootr doesn't have one you can also contact Swift Folders and see if they have something for you.

swiftfolders@gmail.com

I have emailed Peter Reich about another matter and he...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-12-17, 08:16 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

mlau...

mlau (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/mlau-118625.html),
I use the Klickfix Caddy mount on my Xootr's steer tube. Refer to the picture posted by Paul Braithwait in the post above yours.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-22-17, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Paul Braithwait, Thanks for the photos. The...

Paul Braithwait,
Thanks for the photos. The T bar won't be wide enough to hold a saddlebag, so I will go with the Caddy once I decide on a suitable front bag.

Joseph
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-22-17, 07:47 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Paul Braithwait, Thanks for the reply. I...

Paul Braithwait,
Thanks for the reply. I am probably going to go ahead and get the Klickfix Caddy and a suitable bag to go with it.
One last question, you mentioned a T bar you use for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-17, 10:21 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Paul Braithwait, I don't post much so I...

Paul Braithwait,
I don't post much so I haven't gotten to 10 where I can send you a message directly. Now that you have mentioned the missing photos I have a few questions if you don't mind. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-06-17, 07:58 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Since I have the Xootr Crossrack which I intend...

Since I have the Xootr Crossrack which I intend to use on the seat tube I was wondering how to use an old Carradice Barley bag with my Xootr Swift. I was thinking of getting a cheap ahead stem...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-17, 04:36 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

BikeLite, I needed to lower my...

BikeLite,

I needed to lower my gearing and I replaced the front chainring. At first I thought I might have overdone it with a 38 teeth chainring, but even with this setup I am rarely in...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-08-17, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,242
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Thanks all for the replies, I have decided to...

Thanks all for the replies,
I have decided to go with the Flyer after all. The bicycle in question, being a folder, is used mostly for errands and hopefully in the future for train and bus...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-17, 05:23 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Swift for New York

joliett,
I don't know where you are in New York, but the designer of the swift folder has his shop in Brooklyn. He sells steel Swift folders and if you are in the city of New York you can make...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-06-17, 04:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,242
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Brooks Flyer versus Brooks B17

I am interested in the Brooks Flyer saddle, but I have seen information that suggests it is best for a bicycle with the handlebars at seat level or slightly above. Regarding the B17 it is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-17, 04:56 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

boe11, I purchased a Xootr Swift last...

boe11,
I purchased a Xootr Swift last November. I am 6'4" and added the following to my bicycle. Sorry I can't post websites yet, but you can find these with a quick search.

An adjustable...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-17, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,615
Posted By Tall_Xootr

Customizing xootr

I also have a standard Xootr, though I added riser bars, an adjustable stem and a smaller chainring.

If you decide to go with drop handlebars I suggest you read this old but useful link. You...
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