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Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-20, 03:09 AM
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Posted By AvnerBen

Latest Update

The numbers above seem to relate to the wrong update. Latest update quotes bicycle 475 delivered, with 500-600 awaiting assembly.
the ultralight conversion is available.
The forum is now open also...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-25-20, 06:50 AM
Replies: 2,948
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Posted By AvnerBen

This July bid ended much faster them its...

This July bid ended much faster them its predecessors - less than a day. So I guess they sold them all. They stopped writing the number of bikes offered (it used to be 10 pieces at the first bids).
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-20, 03:01 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Realistic dates

My two bikes have been rescheduled. The backed one (in the 1100's) for February and the preordered one (in the 1300's) in May. This is indeed realistic, considering the current rate of 75 per month....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

So far you can only buy straight from helix. Next...

So far you can only buy straight from helix. Next offering due June 2nd.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-20, 02:04 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Yes, it is in the "upgrade guide". I am also on...

Yes, it is in the "upgrade guide". I am also on pre-order and I can see it.



I sign on that. In fact, this is one of the toughest challenges for my Brompton tours. The best bags I had so far...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-20, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

That's just what I did... Just found a used high...

That's just what I did... Just found a used high quality gravel bike at a ridiculous price. Considering there is no overseas bike trip this summer, I can now wait the year or so left for my helix...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-17-20, 05:55 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Next update?

Next bicycle offering is due on the 21th. So far an update followed suit.

Avner.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-20, 01:08 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Thread bug?

Oops, sorry!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Production rate

I rather understood that the rate is going faster, not slower!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-20, 04:46 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Latest update

There was an update.
They continue to manufacture, which is still allowed in spite of the corona virus shutdown in Ontario.
This time, they seem to begin catching up with their own predictions....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-20, 05:06 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Side orders

Seems to be taking longer for them to fulfill the current quota of side orders. On the previous occasions, the ten offered were grabbed within the day. Either there are more this time, or sales are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-20, 04:04 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Latest update

There has been an update.
272 bikes shipped thus far. #300 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=300) expected in two weeks time. #400...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-19, 12:00 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Production

The update said 200 done so far. Another 100 welded and being assembled. New machine and another hand expected on January.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-19-19, 04:59 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

New supply dates

According to latest update, things are moving. Estimated order supply dates (long gone) have been updated. My bikes (in the 1100-1300's) are now scheduled for mid 2020. 👍
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-19, 04:05 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Latest report

200 bikes assembled and to be delivered by mid October. They are currently capable of more than 100 a month, aiming at 250 next year. The current estimate is to clear all Kickstarter orders by next...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-31-19, 01:42 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Latest update

Three latest update is 110 bikes produced, 3 bikes a day and improving.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-02-19, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

80 delivered so far.

80 delivered so far.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-10-19, 02:45 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Update

Update: over 65 bikes delivered so far. Expecting 4 bikes a day by end of month. To be updated every two weeks.
👍
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-19, 02:14 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Update

There has been an update.
"Over 40 bikes" delivered thus far. Integrating a comprehensive quality control system from scratch has taken a long time and resources. The team has grown and another...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-29-19, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Peter and his small team seem to not only be...

Peter and his small team seem to not only be perfectionists, but also resourceful to match, and that is a rare combination. Perfectionists that adhere to plan at all costs are not hard to find....
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-28-19, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Production

Also, one part that delayed the assembly process considerably was simplified, saving much assembly time. Right now, they are two months behind schedule. From now on, expecting three bikes per day.
👍
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-19, 02:24 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Production

in response to popular request, promised to update production figures on a regular basis.
An interesting update detailing the production process is due.
:thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-19, 02:35 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

I agree about the new paradigm in folding bikes....

I agree about the new paradigm in folding bikes. That's what lured me in, in the first place, and for all I see in the pictures and some review published, Peter had indeed made that. As a long-time...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-19, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

thanks for your review. Very interesting!

thanks for your review. Very interesting!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

The formal forecast was 100 pieces a month to...

The formal forecast was 100 pieces a month to start with, reaching 250 in spring. By this rate, my August delivery estimate was realistic. If we are down to two-digit month rate, then it's 2020....
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-19, 03:10 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

let's hope you are wrong, as I can now expect my...

let's hope you are wrong, as I can now expect my bikes somewhere in 2020. I seriously hope you turn out to be wrong!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-19, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

​​​​​​The update mentions: 1. custom parts - ...

​​​​​​The update mentions:
1. custom parts - dropouts, swingarm, wheel to-wheel-connection - up to half pound.
2. Other components - saddle, cranksets and rims - up to one pound.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-19, 01:52 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Current update

The March update has come at last!
The assembly process had to be restructured, some part of the locking mechanism had to be refined, The factory had to be tidied up, and two more hands had to be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-13-19, 04:05 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

I once fitted my Brompton with one of these...

I once fitted my Brompton with one of these carrying handles (the very original), but I found it a useless addition of 200 grams. However, one nice additional feature it had, was a shoulder strap you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

little more than 1700

little more than 1700
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-07-19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

👍 Good news!

👍 Good news!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-06-19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

We know for sure about 5. The next update is...

We know for sure about 5. The next update is supposed to come on beginning of March, which is imminent. The forecast was starting with 100 per month, eventually advancing to 250.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-05-19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Was supposed to be on the first week of March....

Was supposed to be on the first week of March. That should be about now...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Good idea. I liked it!

Good idea. I liked it!
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 10:21 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

I had twice stay failures with stock aluminum...

I had twice stay failures with stock aluminum racks. The small tubes are also unreasonably priced. That's why I changed to titanium. I also replaced the easy wheels with something more practical. I'm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 12:05 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

I bought mine from a private guy named Maxim Nreg...

I bought mine from a private guy named Maxim Nreg (or something simmilar) on eBay, but I cannot find his listing there any more. H&H make aesthetically pleasing products, but I had some problems with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 04:08 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

yes. Mine turned out to be very strong (up to...

yes. Mine turned out to be very strong (up to 30kg carry according to maker, but I never passed the 10) and 100 percent compatible with the original. I transferred the straps and both easywheels...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Yes. They started doning that lately. I've...

Yes. They started doning that lately. I've actually tested one for a couple of weeks on my road bike and found it surprisingly comfortable. But it's not made of leather...😊
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 01:13 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

my P6RX Brompton fully equipped (but with...

my P6RX Brompton fully equipped (but with Russian-made titanium rack) weighs 13.5kg. This leaves a little over 3kg for equipment, which is not much. It is left to see how much the helix rack and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 12:30 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

yes, I used that trailer for air travel and had...

yes, I used that trailer for air travel and had no problem with Lufthansa and El Al, with the exception of having to carry it to the irregular sized baggage port, but with no additional fee. Of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 08:24 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

I traveled the Elbe bike track and others with...

I traveled the Elbe bike track and others with Brompton followed by Radical Design Chubby trailer on a variety of surfaces, and it was very comfortable.
The great thing about the Chubby trailer is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-19, 04:55 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Trailers need more work, because they rely on...

Trailers need more work, because they rely on adding a hinge mechanism under the closing nut of the rear hub, and the helix does not have one. Peter assured me he's working on an optional universal...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-10-19, 11:43 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Bikes sent

The official picture shows the three founders standing by five folded bikes, to be sent to the USA and two more remote places. The USA orders are likely to be there soon. (But I have to wait till...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-19, 04:00 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Accessories

For the bike touring enthusiasts among us: I got an interesting update from Peter concerning accessories. Once production stabilizes, they are going to turn to the promised set of accessories, aiming...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-30-19, 02:03 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Re: Production capacity

The number mentioned above - 500 - is optimistic. I remember expecting reaching 250 per month after a few months, starting with no more than 100.
This quite fits the July-August schedule for my two...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-10-19, 01:23 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Checked out

Checked out my two bikes. Now have to wait till July and August (at least). I selected both 10 speed for the same reasons above - reliability, maintainability, bike touring abroad. Cannot wait to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-09-19, 02:37 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Checkout system

Still working on fixing a bug in the checkout system
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 01:16 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Checkout system

There has been an update. The checkout system is about to become available soon. One of my bikes now has a serial number
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-19, 03:31 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Can they make it

Peter gave a rather detail account of his financial resources in one of his latest videos. According to the video he can make it through another year.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-19, 03:27 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,473
Posted By AvnerBen

Number of bikes

I think the number should be slightly higher, judging by the number given to the other bike I bought from another backer half a year ago. They had that order remembered.
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