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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-28-22, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

All valid points. Thank you. I am leery about...

All valid points. Thank you. I am leery about spending that kind of money on someone who isn't from here or I know at least tangentially. I figured on a Thudbuster for the Helix, but I hadn't thought...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-28-22, 08:20 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Birdy, Helix, or Other?

I recently posted a Craigslist link (and it is on Ebay) about a vastly modified Birdy Roholoff (Generation 3) for sale in Los Angeles for $5,000. It seems a bit rich for me, but now I'm rethinking...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-25-22, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Totally tricked out Rohloff Birdy on Craigslist...

Totally tricked out Rohloff Birdy on Craigslist for $5,000 in Los Angeles. A bit much for my wallet (I'm not saying its not worth it, just a bit much for me).
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-19, 05:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,707
Posted By Roegmann

The PC Monster did come with flat front bars;...

The PC Monster did come with flat front bars; also, front and back touring racks.

About 18 months ago, David was darn near giving away his PC IF. I kick myself to this day for not it getting it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-19, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,707
Posted By Roegmann

Congrats

I have the Pacific Cycles Reach GT in blue. I got it from David Lam at Bfold bikes in your small berg.

I’ve not done any modifications. I’m too cheap. I wait until the offending component wears...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-19, 11:40 PM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Absurdly Cheap Tikit ($200)

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/bik/d/san-gabriel-bike-friday-tikit-folding/6897416770.html

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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-19, 07:11 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Bike Friday Tikit (9 speed)-Medium in San Diego...

Bike Friday Tikit (9 speed)-Medium in San Diego at $775

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/d/san-diego-bike-friday-tikit-folding-bike/6869605406.html

I'm happy with my DT Mini, but if I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-27-19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Birdy in San Jose

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/san-jose-birdy-rm-folding-road-bike/6865108414.html

I’m jealous. Too far for me.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-19, 07:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,353
Posted By Roegmann

Ah. A pub argument, albeit for geeks, but a good...

Ah. A pub argument, albeit for geeks, but a good one nonetheless. Here's the definitive explanation/reference (I've had this drunken argument before with my friends), The Stability of Bicycles by...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-19, 10:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,473
Posted By Roegmann

I use a rear rack that connects to the seat post...

I use a rear rack that connects to the seat post to avoid any kicking issues. But, the fold is not as small now, because I can no longer drop the seat post to the bottom. All that being said, I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-19, 07:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,867
Posted By Roegmann

They are sold in Mexico City and they used to...

They are sold in Mexico City and they used to have a distributor in Guadalajara (I believe they ship to the US). The Mexico version of Amazon (no US delivery) also sells them. There are a couple of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-06-19, 08:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,952
Posted By Roegmann

Did you inquire as to the "folded" dimensions as...

Did you inquire as to the "folded" dimensions as well? The 602 line is 31"x13"x28" (from an e-mail reply from ChangeBike about a year ago) and I'd be interested how they compare (larger wheels not...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 01:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,952
Posted By Roegmann

Here is the previous thread discussing older models of both

https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/905712-changebike-vs-montague-paratrooper.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 08:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,952
Posted By Roegmann

Actually, I'm saving up for the 602. I am 5'-8"...

Actually, I'm saving up for the 602. I am 5'-8" (173 cm), so the 18" would fit me perfectly. They've come out with a new line, the 812, but there is not much on it in the blogoshpere yet. The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 08:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,741
Posted By Roegmann

Nice posting. Looks like you can get to areas...

Nice posting. Looks like you can get to areas you can't normally traverse to. I'm a sucker for trestle bridges and a shutterbug. Seems like a perfect match for me.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-17-19, 02:12 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,887
Posted By Roegmann

Tom Bihn. Holy Moly, I never thought I'd stumble...

Tom Bihn. Holy Moly, I never thought I'd stumble across a fellow Tb-er on this thread. I've got so many Bihn bags, my wife thinks I have stock in the company. Cheers to you brother.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-19, 12:01 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 42,328
Posted By Roegmann

When I ride the train and light rail here, most...

When I ride the train and light rail here, most of the bikes next to my folder are the various incarnations of the MTB or a hybrid; even the homeless ride MTBs. My folder du jour (usually my green...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-05-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,056
Posted By Roegmann

I'm 5'8" and 160#-ish, so I can wrangle smaller...

I'm 5'8" and 160#-ish, so I can wrangle smaller rides than my taller brethren on this thread, so:
Ori and, according to their website, they have a dealer in Japan.
Dahon Dove (14" wheels, although...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-05-19, 11:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,115
Posted By Roegmann

I own (or have owned) folders or ridden friends'...

I own (or have owned) folders or ridden friends' folders with: 14", 16", 20", 26" wheels. If, and that is a big if, I could only have one size for the rest of my life it would be the 20" for the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-18, 07:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,881
Posted By Roegmann

Have Fun

I second fiestabob’s thoughts on pictures. We all learn from each other. Plus, folder-itis is a disease for which there is no cure...happily (except more folders). Enjoy your travels.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-28-18, 08:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,881
Posted By Roegmann

I've never packed it for airline travel, so I...

I've never packed it for airline travel, so I cannot speak about that part of your question, but I routinely ride it 20 miles a day with no problems. As you know, it does not fold as compactly as a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-16-18, 08:13 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Dahon Curve in Glendale, CA ...

Dahon Curve in Glendale, CA

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/used-dahon-3-curve-3-speed-in/6742679221.html

I got my Mariner a while ago from this guy. He does good work
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-04-18, 07:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,347
Posted By Roegmann

Ori (née Mezzo)

The Ori is a tad thicker than the Brommie, but has more off the shelf components and is more amenable to less costly modifications. That being said, I love IGHs for commuting (the benefits outweigh...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-18, 07:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,441
Posted By Roegmann

Abu. I'm a Nikon man (learned from my father). ...

Abu. I'm a Nikon man (learned from my father). I don't use my DSLR nearly as much as I should given the investment. Mostly contests, e.g. surfing, lacrosse, etc. Several years ago, I got a Leica...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-31-18, 06:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,441
Posted By Roegmann

Beautiful. The frame sure has some nice lines...

Beautiful. The frame sure has some nice lines and symmetry to it. I know it will sound silly, but the bike looks peaceful. Maybe it is the color or just the location of the shoot.
Your photos...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-31-18, 06:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,989
Posted By Roegmann

Thanks Abu. I got two more cuttings & scrapes to...

Thanks Abu. I got two more cuttings & scrapes to go, maybe a couple more light treatments, before I can be my old self (I don't know if my wife would prefer that). They are guessing mid-October for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-18, 07:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,989
Posted By Roegmann

Beautiful bike. I just plain like this line of...

Beautiful bike. I just plain like this line of bikes. I've been waiting for some personal issues to clear up, but I've been pondering the purchase of the Pacific Cycles Reach GT as a present to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-14-18, 06:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,160
Posted By Roegmann

Crius owner

I can attest to the Litepro frame quality. I got a Crius 3.0 a couple of years ago. I love that bike (so does my kid unfortunately). It’s fast, convenient, and just plain fun (junior does tricks...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-18, 06:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,779
Posted By Roegmann

I recognize that view. Very peaceful there. ...

I recognize that view. Very peaceful there. Very hot too, but it was worth it. We would drink gallons of water and still not be quenched. Anyway, beautiful pictures.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-11-18, 06:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,779
Posted By Roegmann

Beautiful. Both Taiwan (me) and Korea (wife)...

Beautiful. Both Taiwan (me) and Korea (wife) have been itching to see. We’ve been to Thailand (loved Sukkothai) twice and HK; Australia in a few months. We rent roadsters and just pedal to our...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-11-18, 07:01 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,779
Posted By Roegmann

Great pictures (I've always been a sucker for...

Great pictures (I've always been a sucker for bridge architecture) and it looks like a very bike friendly ride, which is a huge plus. Nothing worse than navigating streets where the cars play...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-18, 08:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,443
Posted By Roegmann

Accu and Abu, you guys are killing me. Your...

Accu and Abu, you guys are killing me. Your respective Spin purchases, glowing reviews, and the look of the bike are like the Sirens beckoning me. I’m waiting on Abu’s rebuild results and his test...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-07-18, 07:03 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 20,593
Posted By Roegmann

great. I think we'd all like to see the finished...

great. I think we'd all like to see the finished project (with a couple of pictures of the steps you had to do throw in). Good luck and happy pedaling.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-06-18, 10:35 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 20,593
Posted By Roegmann

Very slick looking. Looks like it is built for...

Very slick looking. Looks like it is built for just plain fun (hop on and go; that’s what I use my Cruis for). Are you going to strip it like your 5.0 project?
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-18, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 699
Posted By Roegmann

Yep. They are good. They are very active in the...

Yep. They are good. They are very active in the community as well. They donate time, money, and miscellaneous (tents) for local functions. Good choice.

In Oside, I’ve used Alan’s for my folder...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-18, 09:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 25,160
Posted By Roegmann

IchinbanJay there is a used Black Rhino in Sunset...

IchinbanJay there is a used Black Rhino in Sunset NY

https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/d/rare-2008-airnimal-14-spd/6600692919.html

Ahh, someday there will be one for me closer to home. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-18, 09:30 PM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

The Elusive Black Rhino

https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/d/rare-2008-airnimal-14-spd/6600692919.html

About 10 years old and $1K off sticker price.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-24-18, 08:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,303
Posted By Roegmann

I have a Downtube Mini and it is easy to...

I have a Downtube Mini and it is easy to maintain, use, and I always get compliments from the teenagers (for what it’s worth; the snide comments come from the “adults”). It is fast.

I have the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-18, 09:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 841
Posted By Roegmann

Mg Mu

Yep. You’re right. I found that Dahon had limited edition stock magnesium Mu’s for $3,000. This guy “pimped” his ride. It certainly caught my eye. Would I buy it ? No. But, I can appreciate...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-18, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 841
Posted By Roegmann

Wild Customized Dahon

Dahon Magnesium customized bike
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bik/d/dahon-magnesium-custom/6593686501.html
I’m sure others have seen something like this, but it is a first for me (but then...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-18, 10:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 25,160
Posted By Roegmann

Same Dilemma for Me

I’ve wrestled with the same questions and reached the same conclusions here:
Airnimal Rhino
BF Diamond Llama

less impactful trails (more dirt than ruts)
Reach GT
Birdy GT

All of them are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-18, 06:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,321
Posted By Roegmann

I got the Kickstarter helmet about a year-ish ago...

I got the Kickstarter helmet about a year-ish ago (they are offered on Amazon now). The padding dug into my temple and was very uncomfortable (I vaguely recall reading somewhere that they fixed that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-18, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,165
Posted By Roegmann

Airnimal Rhino

Been wanting an used Airnimal Rhino for a while now, so I decided to “Google” it and this came up in St. Augustine. Too far for me, but a lucky find someone else
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-29-18, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Thanks for the information Abu.

Thanks for the information Abu.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-29-18, 06:24 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

It’s on the List

I’ve done Thailand, Hong Kong, Thailand (again), and this year Australia (this October).

My best friend’s wife is from Taiwan, so I’m going to try that angle first.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-29-18, 08:32 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Axle

From what I’ve read from a couple of sites (my favorite being foldingtales).

“there is a design flaw with the front wheel hub where there is a small gap at the edges of the floating axle that can...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-25-18, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Birdy Classic

That is real good to know. Thanks for the advice. Now, all I have to do is save up for it (I’m halfway there).
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-24-18, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Amazon

Hello “old friend”. Here it is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-18, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

West Coast

West coast vendor is Urban Bike Fitters http://www.urbanbikefitters.com/

I am thinking of getting a Birdy for a fun ride, but the high price is the deterrering factor. A 25+% savings (ala eBay or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-18, 06:14 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 724,759
Posted By Roegmann

Cruising eBay

And noticed a couple of sellers offering used Birdys. One of them is offering returns. The usual: bidding or Buy it Now ($1500).
...
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