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Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 22,661
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Low-rider type racks that put weight close to the...

Low-rider type racks that put weight close to the hub of the front wheel can actually improve handling and stability.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-18-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,057
Posted By Bostonwheeler

I'm 6'0" with 34" leg inseam, and my Dahon Vigor...

I'm 6'0" with 34" leg inseam, and my Dahon Vigor fits fine.

My only gripes:
- Some non-standard parts that could be hard to find years from now.
- The need to completely disassemble it (removing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,684
Posted By Bostonwheeler

I have a Dahon Vigor D9, which is zippy little...

I have a Dahon Vigor D9, which is zippy little bike. And no offense to anyone here, but it also doesn't look as dorky as some folders. Excellent choice if you want a performance ride, but not ideal...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-09-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,166
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Also bar grips such as Ergon GP3 can help by...

Also bar grips such as Ergon GP3 can help by spreading contact pressure and enabling alternate hand positions....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-20-20, 06:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,159
Posted By Bostonwheeler

I've got a frame pump on my gravel bike, because:...

I've got a frame pump on my gravel bike, because:

I already had the pump (a Silca) from a vintage touring bike.
The pump has a gen-u-ine Campagnolo metal pump head that will probably outlast...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-20-20, 05:57 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 46,022
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Perhaps that lever locks/unlocks folding of the...

Perhaps that lever locks/unlocks folding of the rear triangle. The hinge and latch are behind the seat tube, with the hinge down by the bottom bracket and the latch at the seat stay. Maybe there's a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,474
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Is your checked bike luggage within the 62 linear...

Is your checked bike luggage within the 62 linear inch size limit of most airlines? And has any airline person asked to measure it?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-20, 05:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,474
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Most TSA scanners are designed to handle items up...

Most TSA scanners are designed to handle items up to 24 inches wide and 16 inches high when laying on the belt. On some scanners, the metal opening plate at the X-ray entrance can be flipped up to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-30-20, 06:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,507
Posted By Bostonwheeler

That's a great idea. In Japan (and much of Asia),...

That's a great idea. In Japan (and much of Asia), the homes and apartments are typically quite small and storage space is at a premium.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-29-20, 05:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,507
Posted By Bostonwheeler

I don't disagree with what you're saying, as the...

I don't disagree with what you're saying, as the Burke frame is indeed much more complex than that of my Litespeed.

But my point wasn't whether or not the cost of a Burke was justifiable for the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-29-20, 07:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,507
Posted By Bostonwheeler

That's the main issue with the Burke. Can't be...

That's the main issue with the Burke. Can't be too many people willing to spend such big bucks on a folder, regardless of how well made it is. My full size titanium Litespeed didn't cost me nearly as...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-28-20, 10:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,507
Posted By Bostonwheeler

I'm curious about Burke's mounting of the front...

I'm curious about Burke's mounting of the front brake on the rear of the fork. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such mounting? (If there were a lot of advantages, I'd think more bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,092
Posted By Bostonwheeler

A few tips for bringing a bike with you to a...

A few tips for bringing a bike with you to a hotel/motel:

Always bring your own lock. Even if the hotel/motel has a secure storage room, any guest can probably request the key and get access.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,333
Posted By Bostonwheeler

Are folding bikes less likely to be stolen from public places?

I assume that, in general, folding bikes are less likely than regular bikes to be stolen, because folding bikes can be brought inside many places when regular bikes would be left outside.

But my...
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