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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-16-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,094
Posted By edelay

Way fewer flats on the Marathon Racer. I did find...

Way fewer flats on the Marathon Racer. I did find them a little squirrelly on the back for really sharp cornering.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-19, 09:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,588
Posted By edelay

Oh man, if you could take some photos and post...

Oh man, if you could take some photos and post the steps of what you did to do the grease to oil conversion. I'd be interested to know if this fixed my biggest pet peeve, which is the friction/noise....
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-19, 09:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,971
Posted By edelay

If you are interested in a project, you could...

If you are interested in a project, you could always buy a Dahon Curve D3, then upgrade it to 8 gears with a Sturmey Archer X-RF8. Here is mine. It is plenty fast at over 98 gear inches in top gear....
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-19, 08:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,971
Posted By edelay

Hey TDS101, would you be able to do a post...

Hey TDS101, would you be able to do a post comparing the pro's and con's of the 3 bikes?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-19, 12:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,185
Posted By edelay

You might want to consider getting a shorter...

You might want to consider getting a shorter JetStream handlepost if that riding position suits you.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-19, 12:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,043
Posted By edelay

Oh man, I have a broken cable drum on my older...

Oh man, I have a broken cable drum on my older x-rf8, just found the (very cheap) part on that website. Thanks for posting that link.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-19, 08:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,879
Posted By edelay

Thanks. I have to say with 100 gear inches, and...

Thanks. I have to say with 100 gear inches, and if I pump the Big Apples up to 70 PSI (the max) then it is pretty dam quick.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-19, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,185
Posted By edelay

[QUOTE=bikebikebike;21154424]Good find. I snagged...

[QUOTE=bikebikebike;21154424]Good find. I snagged one off CL
Watch out for the seat tube cap getting loose and pump dropping (that's what took out mine)
They are a bit hefty and poky(um, relaxed),...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-19, 08:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,185
Posted By edelay

I like the LitePro chainrings on Aliexpress. They...

I like the LitePro chainrings on Aliexpress. They have an integrated metal chain guard.

A red Dahon Curve really turns heads.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-19, 08:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,909
Posted By edelay

If the X-RF8 is adjusted properly, then it shifts...

If the X-RF8 is adjusted properly, then it shifts accurately and cleanly.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-25-19, 08:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,185
Posted By edelay

That is in great condition and a really good...

That is in great condition and a really good price too.

Check out some things I did to mine.

Put in a 8 gear hub...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-18, 09:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,133
Posted By edelay

I'm got a Crius Smart 5, which is similar to a...

I'm got a Crius Smart 5, which is similar to a Dahon Dove and it has a Sturmey Archer S-RF5 (w) 5 speed hub in it.... something to consider. Here is a photo of the bike from Thor...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-18, 09:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,133
Posted By edelay

Oh man, that is some tight clearance. Any issue...

Oh man, that is some tight clearance. Any issue with the tire rubbing? I tried to put my 305 wheels onto my 14" Crius Smart, and there was no room. This was with a set of Big Apple and a set of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-18, 09:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

Thanks for the offer. Thor was able to hook me up.

Thanks for the offer. Thor was able to hook me up.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-18, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

When I posted this, I had seen some great looking...

When I posted this, I had seen some great looking frames on Aliexpress. Even my local Craigslist had some Banian folders on it. Love my Dahon Curve though, and was able to find one.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-18, 09:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

Thor was able to help me out. Thanks for the idea.

Thor was able to help me out. Thanks for the idea.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,133
Posted By edelay

Sounds pretty sweet...would you happen to have a...

Sounds pretty sweet...would you happen to have a photo of the bike with the 16" wheels on it?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-18, 09:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

Googling, I see no presence for Dahon in Canada....

Googling, I see no presence for Dahon in Canada. I've just emailed Thor to see if he has any frames or if he can connect me with someone who does.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-18, 09:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

Oh man, why didn't I think of that. Just emailed...

Oh man, why didn't I think of that. Just emailed him.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-18, 09:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,817
Posted By edelay

Buying a Dahon Curve frame from somewhere?

Hi folks.

I've screwed up the frame on my beloved Dahon Curve D8. Poking around the Dahon website, I can't find an option to buy a frame. Does anyone know where I can source...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-18, 05:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,830
Posted By edelay

What a great comparison. Sometimes I fret about...

What a great comparison. Sometimes I fret about being cheap and buying a used Dahon Curve instead of an expensive Brompton, but your post hightlights the fact that with some elbow grease and you save...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-18, 01:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,312
Posted By edelay

Some really poorly applied duct tape would make...

Some really poorly applied duct tape would make any potential thieves think the bike is damaged and likely decide not to steal it. I have used this tape technique to make watches and cameras look...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-18, 12:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Just doing a follow up post now that winter is...

Just doing a follow up post now that winter is long gone.
- the studs held up fine. Probably did a good 12 commutes on the studded front tire
- only a tiny degree of wear on the screws, so they...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-18, 12:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Hey Badmother. Thanks for remembering my...

Hey Badmother.

Thanks for remembering my request. Would be great to hear about how you like or dislike the hub after putting on some km's. I've always been intrigued by this hub. I'm sort of picky...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-18, 05:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,230
Posted By edelay

Hey TDS101. What a score. Looks great with the...

Hey TDS101. What a score. Looks great with the black components. When you do the Sturmey Archer X-RF8 upgrade, ensure you run a narrow single speed chain and keep the chain reasonably tight... as...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-18, 05:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,605
Posted By edelay

Sweet bike. Nice tight looking fold for such a...

Sweet bike. Nice tight looking fold for such a large bike. At 27 lbs that is the same weight as my Dahon Curve. I'd be great if you could post a followup of what you like and dislike after a few...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-18, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,195
Posted By edelay

I hear ya. Consider contacting ThorUSA if...

I hear ya.

Consider contacting ThorUSA if you are in North America and see if he has any ideas on a fix. Who knows, perhaps there could be a warranty still on the bike or frame.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-18, 09:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,951
Posted By edelay

Same here. Dahon Curve from Craigslist and a...

Same here. Dahon Curve from Craigslist and a Crius Smart from ThorUSA.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-18, 09:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,195
Posted By edelay

Snapping sounds? That doesn't sound safe. If it...

Snapping sounds? That doesn't sound safe. If it is more of a creak, GCN has some videos on finding the source of bicycle creaks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUrwwrygfc4...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-18, 09:30 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 15,887
Posted By edelay

That is a great looking bike. Welcome to the fold!

That is a great looking bike. Welcome to the fold!
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-18, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By edelay

Sweet setup Abu. How much weight are you carrying...

Sweet setup Abu. How much weight are you carrying in each of those bags? If it isn't too personal, what are you carry in each bag? Also, what is the rear hub? Internal/derailleur combo?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-20-18, 01:13 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 15,887
Posted By edelay

Hello Papaformigas. The reason I purchased...

Hello Papaformigas.

The reason I purchased Dahon Curve D3 instead of a Dahon P8
- cheap: purchased used on Craigslist, for $450CDN/$350US in mint condition
- I like the look of 16" wheeled bikes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-18, 09:19 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,102
Posted By edelay

You must have seen my Shimano Nexus 8 (SG-8R30)...

You must have seen my Shimano Nexus 8 (SG-8R30) vs Sturmey Archer 8 (x-rf8w) vs SRAM i-Motion 3 post last year
https://www.bikeforums.net/19384942-post6.html

The Nexus was my clear favorite and I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-18, 07:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,502
Posted By edelay

When I say "clean" I just point a hose at my...

When I say "clean" I just point a hose at my rims, brake pads, chain, then knock any big chunks of debris off. So more of a "rinse" than a "clean". Also means that I have to do a scrub and lube the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-18, 06:52 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,102
Posted By edelay

It is funny, I have used both a Nexus 8 and a...

It is funny, I have used both a Nexus 8 and a Sturmey Archer X-RF8w and agree with you. I remember adjusting the Nexus 8
once over 4 or 5 years. The X-RF8, I've just put in my 2nd cable in 6...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-18, 06:31 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 15,887
Posted By edelay

Hi Papaformigas. I ride a Dahon Curve D3 as my...

Hi Papaformigas. I ride a Dahon Curve D3 as my main bicycle for commuting. 20 km's per day in sun, rain and snow. It folds to a reasonably small size. I've upgraded mine to have 8 gears and it still...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-18, 06:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,502
Posted By edelay

I ride my Dahon Curve with 16" homemade tires...

I ride my Dahon Curve with 16" homemade tires (https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/1132855-homemade-16-etrto-305-studded-tires-dahon-curve.html) in the snow and ice and it has worked out well....
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-26-18, 10:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,130
Posted By edelay

The red hook/latch thing does look a little...

The red hook/latch thing does look a little beefier than the version I had that broke twice. It is really sad that the North American distributor never responded to me inquiries.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-26-18, 10:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,335
Posted By edelay

I ordered a Crius Smart from Thor and this was...

I ordered a Crius Smart from Thor and this was the first time I had seen or heard of a plastic seatpost insert. I almost threw it away thinking it was packing material. I now prefer the plastic...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-16-18, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,130
Posted By edelay

Hi Abu. Sorry for not being specific. It is...

Hi Abu.

Sorry for not being specific. It is the lower part of the red plastic part where it latches onto the luggage. Image here....
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-15-18, 09:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,130
Posted By edelay

Too bad they kept the plastic latch. I've broken...

Too bad they kept the plastic latch. I've broken two of those.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-12-18, 04:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Thanks for that information. Can't wait to hear...

Thanks for that information. Can't wait to hear regarding the brakes and rims.

I wonder if you should remove your serial number from here in case someone registers it as stolen then then tries to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-12-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Thank you so much for trying that out and with a...

Thank you so much for trying that out and with a Marathon winter! So nice that it fits with even the the fenders on. I hear that that axle diameter is different on the Dahon Curve and the Brompton....
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 09:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,230
Posted By edelay

New Curve's go for $600US on ebay. I see used...

New Curve's go for $600US on ebay. I see used ones up here for around $400US on Craigslist every few months.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 09:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,463
Posted By edelay

That Dove would look so nice with a lightweight...

That Dove would look so nice with a lightweight Brooks saddle on it. Just saying. :-)
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 09:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,463
Posted By edelay

It is funny, I was just about to post that my...

It is funny, I was just about to post that my Cirus Smart is very similar to a Dahon Dove and with lightweight components weighs 19 lbs, but then remembered then 2.2 lb s-rf5 hub in the back...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 09:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Yeah with 305 16" tires, nothing is commercially...

Yeah with 305 16" tires, nothing is commercially available. I have thought of posting here to find a Brompton owner to meet up with to see if the 349 tires can fit on my Dahon Curve. Perhaps I will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 08:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

A typical winter day here would be between 7C...

A typical winter day here would be between 7C (44F) to 4C (38F). We'll get the odd day down to -5C (23F), and last year with 8 plus week of snow on the ground I saw -10C (14F). So nothing like what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 08:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

From the winter biking forum I had seen the posts...

From the winter biking forum I had seen the posts indicating that only a front studded tires was need to stay upright. Seems to work. My commute is pretty flat, so shouldn't need the rear studded...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-18, 08:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,602
Posted By edelay

Those zip on studded strips sound great. Can't...

Those zip on studded strips sound great. Can't wait for any photos or info.

If you post any information about the Nuvinchi, let me know.
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