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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-19-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 633
Posted By pinholecam

A bi-fold Dahon/Tern (and all the various good...

A bi-fold Dahon/Tern (and all the various good quality clones like Fnhon, Rifle, Crius, etc) will be good enough.

As for upgrades.
1. Assuming the bike comes with a 9speed RD, then add a cheap FD...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 01:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 378
Posted By pinholecam

I recently changed out the neos on my Dahon Dash...

I recently changed out the neos on my Dahon Dash to a RD hanger and Ltwoo R9 (brifters 1x11; can be 2x11 too)
It was just finding the right hanger for the bike online (used Shopee here, but you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 01:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,020
Posted By pinholecam

Having done 1x for so long on at least 6 folders...

Having done 1x for so long on at least 6 folders and toured with enough of them, I'd say that I am veering back to 2x (even a cheap 2x9 ) as the best, no ground clearance issues for RD, no extreme...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-23-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

E-version of the bike makes sense and probably...

E-version of the bike makes sense and probably will sell well for them.

Not that special to the current non-e version and just add a bafang motor (or similar) to it though.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Sorry to hear about your situation in Europe....

Sorry to hear about your situation in Europe. (and the UK for that matter)


Keen to see what they will come up with as a new bike offering.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-24, 01:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,205
Posted By pinholecam

If its just decoupled and 'folded', and the price...

If its just decoupled and 'folded', and the price is good, then go for it.
You don't even need to decouple the cables since the 2 parts of the frame won't leave each other for the 'fold'

Just...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-10-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,564
Posted By pinholecam

Doesn't seem to offer anything over any other...

Doesn't seem to offer anything over any other bifold bike which you can probably get cheap on AliExpress/Taobao/etc branded Fnhon/Ynhon/Rifle/etc.
If you feel that its worth a try for the price,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,024
Posted By pinholecam

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53129562470_13...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53129562470_13f8d07dfd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2oWSTV9)
IMGP3900 (https://flic.kr/p/2oWSTV9) by pinholecam02 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/185644563@N05/), on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-13-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,973
Posted By pinholecam

Many interesting tire options. Are they local...

Many interesting tire options.
Are they local to Indonesia?

I've many stuck to Kenda for being cheap and good, but they don't have that many tan wall options on the usual Lazada, Shopee...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-23-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 441,464
Posted By pinholecam

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Change Bike in East Perth
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Another trip with the Change Bike 650B. ...

Another trip with the Change Bike 650B.

'Gravel' ride that turned out to be more of a trail ride.
https://youtu.be/VzVAH98PEto?si=UV6sI78aiCJuzmfr

I was happy that the bike and setup worked...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 08:02 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53300303319_ff...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53300303319_ff14cb418a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pcXZdT)
ZV101296 (https://flic.kr/p/2pcXZdT) by pinholecam02 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/185644563@N05/), on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

The 700c road bike version of the bike is a nice...

The 700c road bike version of the bike is a nice looking bike.
Cool 'slot in' of the road bar when folded.
My many spoked MTB wheels don't allow it unfortunately.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 07:36 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Sometimes its down to marketing and hype that...

Sometimes its down to marketing and hype that elevates items into the mainstream.
Often enough nowadays, there is a lot of mainstream marketing that gets passed on into an echo chamber and people...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

I did a recent trail ride with one rider using...

I did a recent trail ride with one rider using the eesilk, looks really well made and that adjustment knob is pretty sweet.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-01-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 441,464
Posted By pinholecam

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53281202859_ac...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53281202859_aca7ca3525_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pbh6jB)
A7308877 (https://flic.kr/p/2pbh6jB) by pinholecam02 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/185644563@N05/), on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-23, 07:02 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

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I was pretty prepared to have wasted my money on a dubious Aliexpress...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-28-23, 11:47 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Sorry, missed your post till now. Really...

Sorry, missed your post till now.

Really good questions :
- How often do you find yourself folding it
>> I like in a small apartment, so I fold it every time I store it in the apartment.
I of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-28-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53281202859_ac...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53281202859_aca7ca3525_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pbh6jB)
A7308877 (https://flic.kr/p/2pbh6jB) by pinholecam02 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/185644563@N05/), on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,797
Posted By pinholecam

Exactly my experiences riding with 18", 406 and...

Exactly my experiences riding with 18", 406 and 451 wheels.

The advantage of smaller wheels in traffic is that I find that I am more nimble to navigate thru traffic as well as being in an easier...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-23, 06:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
Posted By pinholecam

Used to have them for triathlon. Felt a bit...

Used to have them for triathlon.
Felt a bit different, but never got better timings nor less tired legs.
I'm also not a 'princess and the pea' type of person, so maybe I was just too boorish to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-23, 07:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,473
Posted By pinholecam

I have a Change Bike 650b which I have been quite...

I have a Change Bike 650b which I have been quite satisfied with.
Long term review here.
https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/1177986-change-bike-650b.html

My conclusion having tried many...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-20-23, 06:24 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 441,464
Posted By pinholecam

2 from the stable ...

2 from the stable

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53129633503_c35e9568cf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2oWTg2R)
ZV101166 (https://flic.kr/p/2oWTg2R) by pinholecam02...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-02-23, 07:31 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,163
Posted By pinholecam

From someone who actually owns and uses the...

From someone who actually owns and uses the Change, its certainly untrue that it can't be rolled when folded.
It rolls on one wheel after fold.

Of course it boils down to ride performance vs size...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-09-23, 05:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By pinholecam

2" should be fine if you have low pressure. ...

2" should be fine if you have low pressure.
I've done it on 1.65", at about 40psi on a 18" wheel.
Some sections were so loose that even people in front of me in mtb had issues and I only saw one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-03-23, 01:19 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Thanks. Glad you liked the video. I used an...

Thanks. Glad you liked the video.

I used an Insta360 OneX (360 camera) and Insta360 OneRS 4K module.

I used a cheap rain cape and never looked back.
Switched to a better AGU poncho which is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-02-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Cycling the Hai Van Pass. This is a trip...

Cycling the Hai Van Pass.

This is a trip from Da Nang to the old capital of Hue.
Roughly its 125km going through the Hai Van Pass which is 500m in elevation, hugging the coast.
Too bad...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-02-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,385
Posted By pinholecam

Here is a video on it. Slightly different...

Here is a video on it.
Slightly different variant with non-folding stem but a removable stem.
Available in Hong Kong (and not air ware since I can't seem to find it elsewhere )
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-23, 10:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,385
Posted By pinholecam

Looks pretty good using Lock-jaw. 1. Does...

Looks pretty good using Lock-jaw.

1. Does it roll after fold?

2. The devil is in the folded width to see what size it is after fold, but it does look a tighter fold compared to the Montague...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-27-23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,166
Posted By pinholecam

I'm not against any of the bikes, but that I...

I'm not against any of the bikes, but that I don't find that they are that great for some of the type of riding that they have become inflated to do.




Nice ride. Planted, smooth.
Looks...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,166
Posted By pinholecam

I don't find that the Birdy is that great for...

I don't find that the Birdy is that great for gravel for the money.
In the end, gravel/trails not only mean ride cushioning, but also traction.
So in the end, tires also need to go lower pressure...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-23, 08:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,166
Posted By pinholecam

Been there done that. Moulton TSR souped up...

Been there done that.

Moulton TSR souped up is still a heavy bike that even though I can ride with road bikes, its not going to accelerate as well if the pack surges (especially on climbs and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Yes, a bit big with too much extra allowance...

Yes, a bit big with too much extra allowance catered in.
I do use the empty space to pack in bulky items like helmet, clothes, tripod, and goodies (on the return trip )
Next box, I will try to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-23-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Vietnam for a week (Hoi An, Da Nang ) Short...

Vietnam for a week (Hoi An, Da Nang )

Short 1 week trip to Vietnam where I have never been to before.
Really glad I got out of my comfort zone to do this ride which included the Hai Van Pass...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-23-22, 11:58 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Went KL, Port Dickson, Putrajaya. Putrajaya...

Went KL, Port Dickson, Putrajaya.

Putrajaya is nice for bike rides, well laid out and not many cars. Even got nicely planned bike lanes for those who want to ride them.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-23-22, 08:33 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

More cycling and more photos. Brought the...

More cycling and more photos.

Brought the bike along for a short trip to Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
It was a family trip, but the Change Bike made it easy to fold it up and stuff it into the car....
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-22-22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,343
Posted By pinholecam

Tyrell FX / FSX (406 )series are under 10kg. ...

Tyrell FX / FSX (406 )series are under 10kg.

There is the Bike Friday Pocket Rocket Super Pro (8.5kg) (451) but its again expensive (and is it considered 'folding').

Tyrell IVE (18" ) is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-22, 10:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By pinholecam

Nice post and useful info. I have used...

Nice post and useful info.

I have used Exhibit A: Mark 1 Tern Luggage Truss

and to me the major flaw is that it can be mounted flush with the mounting post on the bike and in rough terrain the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-22, 07:08 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Thanks. The Liliydale to Warburton Rail Trail...

Thanks.
The Liliydale to Warburton Rail Trail was the one I did and it was a very nice one.
Easy to do (38km each way) and has places to stop for a drink or meal along the way.
I did not have a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-22, 07:34 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 46,359
Posted By pinholecam

Melbourne a rail trail and some riding around ...

Melbourne a rail trail and some riding around

Some more travelling and of course some updates to the bike.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52551056315_f6d7125fca_b.jpg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-07-22, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,708
Posted By pinholecam

Now, don't mistake me for saying its a bad bike. ...

Now, don't mistake me for saying its a bad bike.
All I meant is the nature of the demand and interest for this model of frame.

As for frame failure, maybe its a user size/weight thing.
The user...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-07-22, 06:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,708
Posted By pinholecam

Change Bike? ...

Change Bike?
https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/1177986-change-bike-650b.html

Dahon GB-2
https://dahon.com/bikes/gb-2/


Montague

Tern
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-22, 11:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,708
Posted By pinholecam

For the longest time, this model of frame was...

For the longest time, this model of frame was left unwanted and un-noticed.
The type of specs you see on the Dahon speaks for it self. (as with the more boring color options; Fnhon offers more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-22, 06:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,248
Posted By pinholecam

Could you do with a Carradice Bagman type saddle...

Could you do with a Carradice Bagman type saddle clamp carrier?

I have one and its really good.
Of course you can use any correct sized bag on it (just need to strap/bungee it down )
Bagman...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-01-22, 11:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,248
Posted By pinholecam

Maybe try a better online source that is...

Maybe try a better online source that is Australia based or ships to Australia.

Here in Singapore, we have sites that also get their stuff from China, a bit more expensive, but has good buyer...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-30-22, 11:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,189
Posted By pinholecam

Wow! Very good work and very beautiful respray.

Wow!
Very good work and very beautiful respray.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-26-22, 04:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,923
Posted By pinholecam

It really depends on the size of the locker. ...

It really depends on the size of the locker.

Otherwise sounds like a Strida is the best fit for the job.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-26-22, 04:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 939
Posted By pinholecam

As suggested above, look for a 2nd hand one, the...

As suggested above, look for a 2nd hand one, the prices are much better.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-23-22, 08:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,730
Posted By pinholecam

Nice! I really regret not buying a Dahon...

Nice!


I really regret not buying a Dahon Dash P8 when they could be had for about S$500-600 with a more basic groupset.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-22, 11:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 21,587
Posted By pinholecam

When I first started out looking at a mini velo,...

When I first started out looking at a mini velo, there was also the GIOS Mignon (Bike Settlement used to sell them).
I have only ever seen them in that shop and not on the road though.
Nice...
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