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Forum: Commuting
12-06-22, 08:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,519
Posted By cplager

I use not-too-loose bib snow pants on top of...

I use not-too-loose bib snow pants on top of whatever is appropriate. Works well for short rides (might not be too comfortable in the saddle for longer rides).
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-22, 03:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By cplager

Nice! Pictures or it didn't happen.

Nice!

Pictures or it didn't happen.
Forum: Commuting
11-18-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,303
Posted By cplager

A backpack pannier might work well. Here's a not...

A backpack pannier might work well. Here's a not huge one on ebay (https://www.ebay.com/itm/255464736430?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&srsltid=AYJSbAdW7tD44fCacgvUpuhfypkW4LX0gzj-JYGE1aQ7fQWPaApDY0k67kg)....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-16-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 917
Posted By cplager

FWIW, I didn't find this to be a huge problem. ...

FWIW, I didn't find this to be a huge problem. And they weren't even that uncomfortable.

But they were so *#$# slow I couldn't take it and took them off.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-12-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 917
Posted By cplager

I've put them on 20" (406) wheels. It was hard...

I've put them on 20" (406) wheels. It was hard but it was doable.

(for what it's worth, I found the rolling resistance to be too high and went back to regular tires.)
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-03-22, 05:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 792
Posted By cplager

Huh. It's not a use of a folding bike I've...

Huh.

It's not a use of a folding bike I've thought of before....

That's brilliant!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-22, 01:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Please post pictures as soon as you can. Thanks!

Please post pictures as soon as you can. Thanks!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Not a stupid question. No, I have not asked Bike...

Not a stupid question. No, I have not asked Bike Friday. :)

That definitely looks like a possibility. Thanks!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-22, 06:57 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 43,673
Posted By cplager

Headtube angle, fork rake and trail very much do...

Headtube angle, fork rake and trail very much do play roles in stability; it is clearly not just wheelbase.

That being said, leaving everything else the same and changing wheelbase will directly...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-22, 06:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Thanks. I think you're right that a Birdy rack...

Thanks. I think you're right that a Birdy rack would not work for a Bike Friday.

I see various racks on Aliexpress, but as far as I can tell, all of them are sized to fit Brompton's smaller...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-03-22, 05:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Agreed. I'm hoping I can find something to...

Agreed.

I'm hoping I can find something to use with a Bike Friday when the real wheel is folded 180 degrees (like Brompton does).
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-03-22, 05:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Both of these look to be the right size, but...

Both of these look to be the right size, but neither of these has wheels nor any easy way to add them (unless I am missing something).
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-03-22, 05:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Please do post on this thread when you do (even...

Please do post on this thread when you do (even if you just post a link to another thread). Thanks!

Charles
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-22, 05:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,450
Posted By cplager

Rack for 20" folding bike with wheels

Hi,

Does anybody know where I can find a rear rack for Birdy or Bike Friday that has wheels so I can roll the bike when folded? Most racks for Brompton's are too small.

Thanks,
Charles
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-19, 06:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,769
Posted By cplager

You're now confounding effects. Weight...

You're now confounding effects.

Weight almost doesn't matter at all.

Supple/stiff matters a lot (that's what causes rolling resistance).

It's often true that heavy tires are stiff and there...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-24-19, 06:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,769
Posted By cplager

Tire weight has almost no effect on speed .

Tire weight has almost no effect on speed .
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-18, 07:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,872
Posted By cplager

Then it isn't like a concern for you. Of...

Then it isn't like a concern for you.

Of course, over here, 15 (F) is quite cold...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-18, 05:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,872
Posted By cplager

You can get Winter studded 349 tires but not 305...

You can get Winter studded 349 tires but not 305 tires.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-21-18, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By cplager

As far as I know, only children's bikes use 1/2"....

As far as I know, only children's bikes use 1/2". Every adult crankset I've ever seen is 9/16".
Forum: Commuting
04-15-18, 07:09 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,273
Posted By cplager

I use a triple, ususally geared like a double...

I use a triple, ususally geared like a double with a bail-out: 50/39/24 and 48/38/22.

I don't always use the bail-out gear, but when I do I'm very glad I've got it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-18, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 358,298
Posted By cplager

Bike Friday is one of the very few folding...

Bike Friday is one of the very few folding bicycles that does come with a size. Most do not.
Forum: Commuting
03-17-18, 08:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,602
Posted By cplager

I ride starting at 5:40am and I too really like...

I ride starting at 5:40am and I too really like riding then. Get good lights (including backups) and it's a very peaceful way to ride. Low traffic, much quieter.

The only issue I've ever had was...
03-10-18, 11:25 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,518
Posted By cplager

I've got two sets of wheels for my 20" folder. I...

I've got two sets of wheels for my 20" folder. I really like having studded tires when I need them and I like being able to just swap wheels.
Forum: Commuting
03-10-18, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,027
Posted By cplager

Thanks for your review. As a bike/train...

Thanks for your review.

As a bike/train commuter, I find looking for good backpack pannier to be something like searching for the Holy Grail. :)

I've now had several and haven't been happy yet:...
Forum: Commuting
03-10-18, 11:09 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,233
Posted By cplager

I've ridden in as code as 7F and I was fine. I...

I've ridden in as code as 7F and I was fine. I don't know that my current setup would 20 degrees colder.
03-04-18, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,756
Posted By cplager

It doesn't look like they sell anymore. I am...

It doesn't look like they sell anymore.

I am going to try your suggestion of using silicone.




Mine are, too. And I'm trying not to walk in puddles. But yet the bottoms of my socks are...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-18, 01:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,853
Posted By cplager

Since I'm having issues when walking, it seems...

Since I'm having issues when walking, it seems like something that commuters might be more likely to encounter.

(I do wish you could make a single post, but link it in multiple forums...)
03-03-18, 01:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,756
Posted By cplager

It's when I'm walking in my shoes that they get...

It's when I'm walking in my shoes that they get wet (I ride to the train station and walk at the other end).

I was trying to avoid puddles, but my feet were completely soaked.
03-03-18, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,756
Posted By cplager

2 bold SPD (edited original to add). My...

2 bold SPD (edited original to add).

My current shoes are water-resistant enough on the top, but the bottoms just leak horribly.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-18, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,853
Posted By cplager

Waterproof clipless shoes/boots

Hi,

I'm looking for waterproof spd shoes/boots. I've got Giro Alpineduro and they leak horribly where the cleats attach when I walk in the rain.

Any recommendations?

Thanks, Charles
03-03-18, 09:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,756
Posted By cplager

Waterproof winter clipless shoes/boots.

Hi,

I'm looking for waterproof winter clipless shoes (2 bolt SPD). I have Giro’s Alpineduro and they leak horribly where the cleats attach when I walk in the rain.

Any recommendations?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-21-18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,504
Posted By cplager

I really liked mine until the chain fell off...

I really liked mine until the chain fell off while I was riding and I almost broke a rib.

After that, I just don't trust it anymore. It's a cute idea, but not quite there yet.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-15-18, 08:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,568
Posted By cplager

Yan is (of course) absolutely correct (as he...

Yan is (of course) absolutely correct (as he should be).

Just make sure you attach the frame to the BOTTOM of the shock bolt (as he said) and not the TOP, otherwise your rack will become part of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-25-17, 05:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By cplager

My 10 year old daughter can easily ride 7 miles...

My 10 year old daughter can easily ride 7 miles on her 16" Citizen folder.

I don't see why anybody older should have any problems after building up to it (assuming not ridiculous hills :) )
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-17, 02:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,699
Posted By cplager

You can get studded 349 tires (that Brompton...

You can get studded 349 tires (that Brompton uses).

(But not 305 tires)
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-17, 07:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,998
Posted By cplager

The Pocket Rocket has a lot of owners who are...

The Pocket Rocket has a lot of owners who are very happy with the bike riding exactly what you are trying to do. Of your choices, I think you're right that it's best suited for your use case.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-10-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 993,059
Posted By cplager

Interesting! Can you wheel it while folded?

Interesting!

Can you wheel it while folded?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-17, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 438,959
Posted By cplager

Not exactly in the wild, but: ...

Not exactly in the wild, but:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-11-17, 06:03 PM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 993,059
Posted By cplager

If it weren't for the close-ups, I'd have no idea...

If it weren't for the close-ups, I'd have no idea it was a coupled bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-08-17, 03:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,881
Posted By cplager

I use Citizen Tokeos...

I use Citizen Tokeos (http://www.bikeforums.net/recreational-family/1058748-folding-bike-small-9-year-old.html) for my two kids.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-08-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 508,474
Posted By cplager

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4262/34915544043_59...

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4262/34915544043_59d81c735f_o.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 438,959
Posted By cplager

Actually yes. On mine, the chainring bent...

Actually yes.

On mine, the chainring bent just enough that the chain jumped off. And then there was no tension on the pedal. And I flew over the handlebars.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,393
Posted By cplager

No, no it doesn't. The change in weight is...

No, no it doesn't. The change in weight is negligible (and only matters for carrying the bike, not riding it). Frame is what costs the money, not the gears. And the selection of folding bikes that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-17, 05:31 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 13,825
Posted By cplager

Yeah, dude. That's kind of the point. Neither...

Yeah, dude. That's kind of the point. Neither computer screens nor TVs turn very easily. If your audience is teenagers, then by all means keep filming like that.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-17, 05:18 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 13,825
Posted By cplager

Nice video. Next time turn the phone 90...

Nice video.

Next time turn the phone 90 degrees. :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-07-17, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,982
Posted By cplager

I use these (http://amzn.to/2qeHTfw) on my 20"...

I use these (http://amzn.to/2qeHTfw) on my 20" folders and they work well. I think you should have no problems.

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61qzS5o46IL._SL1500_.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-05-17, 05:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,820
Posted By cplager

This is true for bikes in general. The one place...

This is true for bikes in general. The one place this isn't true is for when you have to carry them. For some people, a very light bike can make a big difference (e.g., carrying it upstairs, etc)....
Forum: Commuting
04-14-17, 05:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,908
Posted By cplager

For me personally, I very much riding clipped in....

For me personally, I very much riding clipped in.

That being said, there are many good (and some not so good) reasons to not use clipless pedals. Ride what you want to ride, how you want to ride...
Forum: Commuting
04-13-17, 05:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,908
Posted By cplager

I've got dual sided platform/SPD pedals. It...

I've got dual sided platform/SPD pedals. It turns out I almost never ride them not clipped in, but they are there just in case.

Once you get used to clipping in, it is hard to ride without doing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-17, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,983
Posted By cplager

My recumbent bikes go down to 16". I'd have them...

My recumbent bikes go down to 16". I'd have them go lower if they could easily do so. And while dual drive is heavier, it ain't heavy. :)
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