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Forum: Touring
09-24-17, 07:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,060
Posted By scrappy123

I attached a pic of the bike trail along the Han...

I attached a pic of the bike trail along the Han River in Seoul and one from the summit of Mount Hallasan.
Forum: Touring
09-23-17, 07:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,060
Posted By scrappy123

I'm just back from my month in Asia. ...

I'm just back from my month in Asia.
Unfortunately, there was a typhoon heading to Japan and the edge of that was impacting Korea. I let the daily rain kill my idea of cycling around Jeju Island...
Forum: Touring
08-02-17, 10:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,060
Posted By scrappy123

Thanks! I've bookmarked the site for a bike...

Thanks!
I've bookmarked the site for a bike rental shop near the Jeju airport and think I'll rent one of their road bikes for 4 days to tour around the island. I'm hoping they can add a rear rack...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-17, 10:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Thanks for the feedback, guys. Since I have two...

Thanks for the feedback, guys.
Since I have two road bikes and a mountain bike, and don't really need a folding bike at home, I've decided to rent a bike for touring when I'm in Korea.

I plan to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,750
Posted By scrappy123

Way over my price range, but I see they have a...

Way over my price range, but I see they have a shop in Shanghai... Guess I need to swing by the next time I'm in town so I can see a Birdy and a Reach in the flesh.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 09:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 875
Posted By scrappy123

@AccuNeal...

@AccuNeal (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/accuneal-451569.html) - Thanks for these pics. When you do maintenance where you separate the top tube from the chainstay section, please show us the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 02:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By scrappy123

Here is a folded FSIR rolling along ...

Here is a folded FSIR rolling along

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnFtRW03a9M


Here is a 14" FSIR doing a couple of tricks at a bike show in Thailand
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 12:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By scrappy123

I'd also love to see those photos when you get a...

I'd also love to see those photos when you get a chance.
Looking at pics I can find on the web of FSIR and Solorock "Spin" bikes, I see that FSIR runs cables inside the top tube while Solorock has...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 12:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

I ain't towing a trailer... doing so violates my...

I ain't towing a trailer... doing so violates my idea of traveling light and would be far more trouble than value-add
Forum: Touring
07-26-17, 11:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,060
Posted By scrappy123

Bringing this thread up from the dead, hoping to...

Bringing this thread up from the dead, hoping to catch the attention of PDKL45 as I'm considering a trip to Korea in September, hoping to ride some of the river trail and finish up with a trip to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 11:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By scrappy123

:thumb: Looks like a good fit for an upright...

:thumb:
Looks like a good fit for an upright position.

Good to hear that you're still happy with the bike. Do you think it rides more stiff/solid compared to a hinged top-tube folder?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Agree 100%. I'll travel very light, especially if...

Agree 100%. I'll travel very light, especially if I'm using a folder, staying in hostels/hotels, carrying only food/water for the day, minimal clothes/electronics/spare tube, etc.

I'm continuing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 09:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Thanks Abu. Did you have any concerns about the...

Thanks Abu. Did you have any concerns about the bike that led you to strip it? What are your plans for the Spin 5 when you complete its build?

I'm in Southern California and travel to Asia once or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Thanks for the info, I'll check that out. Because...

Thanks for the info, I'll check that out. Because it looks so similar to a Dahon Vybe that I tested at a local shop, I assumed that the frame was built by Dahon.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 02:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

I think a 24" tire bike will be too big for me to...

I think a 24" tire bike will be too big for me to quickly pack and carry on board trains in China. I concerned I may even get rejected on some trains with a 20" bike in a soft bag.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 02:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Thanks, I did read at least some of Abu's posts...

Thanks, I did read at least some of Abu's posts and am hoping he will weigh in with his thoughts on the bike's suitability for some touring. Not sure how many miles he put on it before he tore it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 12:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By scrappy123

Advice please - folder for light touring

I'm a total newbie to folding bikes but am considering trying one out for some light touring in Asia. I've spent a fair number of hours reading threads here and have been checking craigslist for used...
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