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Forum: Folding Bikes
01-01-19, 04:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

I spent a small fortune on mine, it has a Nexus...

I spent a small fortune on mine, it has a Nexus 8, SON dynamo hub, new wheels etc.

Despite this the Nexus 8 is noticeably slower than derailleur gears. I went out with a friend and normally we're...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

So we've found the change! Cranks - you can...

So we've found the change!

Cranks - you can tell if they're hollow inside as they have flat backs instead of an in-cut pattern. Anything XT is hollow, majority of LX are or used to be. Deore used...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-18, 12:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

That's quite a saving! Seat looks someone...

That's quite a saving! Seat looks someone uncomfortable though!

You are still using a shim rather than the 34.9mm post?

Next fit a Hollowtech 2 crank (with hollow arms). The BB on this foldy...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-18, 05:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,111
Posted By snoopy20

Agreed neither the NT or Garmin's TOPO maps have...

Agreed neither the NT or Garmin's TOPO maps have cycle routes, but the OSM routes don't offer perfect routing, the level of POI or post code searching. So for someone that has Garmin NT maps already...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-18, 03:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,111
Posted By snoopy20

Given they use the same hardware I can't see...

Given they use the same hardware I can't see Garmin modifying the software "crippling" it for road use. I imagine the apparent difference is due to the 800/810 coming with NT maps and the Touring...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-11-18, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,111
Posted By snoopy20

Works better how? I have the 800 but it's...

Works better how?

I have the 800 but it's faulted. I don't need any of the fancy ANT, lap timing stuff, just the basic "where am I map" and occasionally routing. I'm aware the Touring has a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-11-18, 04:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,111
Posted By snoopy20

Garmin 800/810 vs Edge Touring Screen Readability

Hi,

The 800/810 has a transflective screen which is quite readable in sunlight. Can anyone confirm if the Edge Touring uses the same screen?

Cheers!

Andrew
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-18, 07:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

The original post I take it? yes it's heavy,...

The original post I take it? yes it's heavy, especially when you factor in the steel seat bracket.

The one I linked to is half the weight but you need to make a shim. I bought one for £2 from...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-03-18, 01:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,054
Posted By snoopy20

Thanks, I'll try there.

Thanks, I'll try there.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-18, 01:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

They are both 132.5mm :) The Nexus 8 has a...

They are both 132.5mm :)

The Nexus 8 has a bit wider range and one of those gears is a direct drive. Mainly though I got it for the Jtek bar end shifter support.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-18, 02:56 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

Both are aluminium (I just tested my 3000)....

Both are aluminium (I just tested my 3000). Interesting about the 100g saving. I wonder where it is! There is a horrible mild steel plate behind the sprocket which could be made into aluminium or...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-02-18, 12:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,054
Posted By snoopy20

Garmin 800 USB Failure

Has anyone had a unit do the following;

When powering on a screen comes up with "Unsupported power adapter". This is with no lead installed. The screen has an OK button but it won't click.

If I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-18, 12:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,017
Posted By snoopy20

The hub is 100g lighter because it doesn't have...

The hub is 100g lighter because it doesn't have the roller-brake feature. It's still the latest 7 speed design.

I've since fitted drops (which I can't live without) and subsequently moved to a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-18, 11:31 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

Single was perfectly acceptable until spoke count...

Single was perfectly acceptable until spoke count went down. Even with your weight it would be very unlikely (IMO) to suffer any damage. More likely the frame will snap first. :foo:

It's a £240...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

I didn't but it's one option. SJS have 16T in for...

I didn't but it's one option. SJS have 16T in for £1.99.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-18, 10:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

They are single walled, you don't need double...

They are single walled, you don't need double walled rims on a 20", especially one that has 36 spokes (which are powder coated mild steel so will eventually rust but very strong). They are bomb...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-26-18, 10:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

Fixed the brakes with some shims. Replaced the...

Fixed the brakes with some shims. Replaced the chain which I originally thought was good - it seized.

I can confirm the bike is a variant of the "Carrera Transit Folding Bike" so they are the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-18, 02:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

Brakes have been replaced with XT parallel-push....

Brakes have been replaced with XT parallel-push. They squeal quite a bit but they don't jam against the rim like the crap ones that came with it. Also the front will throw me over if I'm not careful....
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-17, 05:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

Shall do. I'm closing in on 10kg now, it's nice...

Shall do. I'm closing in on 10kg now, it's nice and light. When the new seat post arrives I think I'll hit it.

The front hub alone (SON) cost more than the original bike. The bike does need money...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-11-17, 02:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

My reply has disappeared... Total weight...

My reply has disappeared...

Total weight limit according to frame is 105kg. Front forks are steel so a little rack on that and another 10kg should be doable.

Still upgrading mine, have since...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-17, 02:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

The manual I had has generic like a "get started...

The manual I had has generic like a "get started in cycling". Useless and I threw it.

Can't argue for the price and even with £100-200 of upgrades it's still better speced than a circa £1k bike.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-17, 04:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,106
Posted By snoopy20

For those interested in this 200. SportsDirect...

For those interested in this 200. SportsDirect had £40 cashback making it £180. Not bad considering the Nexus 7 goes for about £120!

The rear hub is where most the money goes, and the frame. Both...
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