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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 32,000
Posted By davidhunternyc

Hello, I'm trying to figure out the differences...

Hello, I'm trying to figure out the differences between the NS Speed and the NS Double Pylon? How are they similar? How are they different? Is there qualitatively a better bicycle between these two...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

No, I have not had a chance to ride it yet. I've...

No, I have not had a chance to ride it yet. I've not heard back. Yes, I would love to try your Helix! I'm patient. I've waited 4 years. I can wait a few more weeks. Thank you so much for offering!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Great advice. Will do some more research. I'm not...

Great advice. Will do some more research. I'm not a gravel person though. I just want a bike for urban riding. I'm stupid too. Never heard of the Empire State Trail. Doh!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Great idea. Yes, I found some place in Asia that...

Great idea. Yes, I found some place in Asia that sell "Brompnots." I can't tell if they're any good or not. Some people say the quality isn't there. I don't care about the label so if the quality is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Great advice as usual. This bike is being sold at...

Great advice as usual. This bike is being sold at a respectable bike shop. The shop owner swears that it is a sound, solid bike but, then again, he's the one selling it. He's asking $3K for it. Deal...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,818
Posted By davidhunternyc

I need help from all you bike experts again. As...

I need help from all you bike experts again. As I've said, my shortlist includes: 1) Brompton T-Line 2) Tern Verge X11 3) Helix Ultralight

I did test ride and Brompton T-Line and loved it. I still...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

^^^ I can not count the ways you've all been...

^^^ I can not count the ways you've all been helpful to me. This is a trepidatious decision since I don't know anything about bikes. So now I have 2 out of the 3 shortlisted bikes tested. I rode the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

I think, though, people were talking about going...

I think, though, people were talking about going to a smaller 20" wheel size, not a larger 26" inch wheel size. Several people would like a Helix with 20" wheels like the Tern.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

^^^ Duragrouch...

^^^ Duragrouch (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/duragrouch-458880.html) This is why I leave analysis up to the experts like you. Umm... what I gather is, "No, just leave the Helix as is."
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-24, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Wow, @Hrdowolf, you have no idea how grateful I...

Wow, @Hrdowolf, you have no idea how grateful I am for you insights. Amazing! There's so much to pour over and think about. Just off the top of my head, there are two comments that jumped out at me....
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

I have a small apartment and can only get one....

I have a small apartment and can only get one. Which one would you recommend; The X11 or the Helix? Is the Helix as "fast and comfortable" over long distances as the X11? Based upon what I've seen,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

What? Were you an early kickstarter investor who...

What? Were you an early kickstarter investor who didn't get a bike yet? What do you mean by virtual bike?



This is a real negative for the Helix but it's the same for e-bikes too. Who will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

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I would like to compare the differences,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,818
Posted By davidhunternyc

Yes, I only rode the T-Line for a 1/2 hour and I...

Yes, I only rode the T-Line for a 1/2 hour and I definitely felt every bump in the road with a vengeance. Going over cobbles I thought the skinny wheel could slip in between and cause me to fall. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Duragrouch, I live in a small apartment so the...

Duragrouch, I live in a small apartment so the bike has to be stored in the closet when not in use, hence a folder. I would like it to be very lightweight, very fast, easy to fold, compact,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,818
Posted By davidhunternyc

It's a very different comparison, but in terms of...

It's a very different comparison, but in terms of fast speed and comfort, how would you all compare the Tern Verge X11 vs. the Brompton T-Line vs. the Helix Ultralight? The Helix being the outlier...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Thanks for your thoughts. Yes, I test rode the...

Thanks for your thoughts. Yes, I test rode the 4-speed T-Line in NYC at the Brompton Junction Store on Bleecker St. I would like to test ride the Helix Ultralight, or any Helix. If anyone lives in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

With Bromptons, I've seen people extend the gear...

With Bromptons, I've seen people extend the gear range without an IGH by adding a 58T chainring. Also, the T-Line will be offering a 12-speed soon but that could defeat the purpose of the 16.4 pound...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Has anyone compared the Helix Ultralight vs. the...

Has anyone compared the Helix Ultralight vs. the Brompton T-Line? I'm in the market for a bike. I've been following Helix since Day 1 on Kickstarter. After years of delay it seems if I order now I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,280
Posted By davidhunternyc

The thing is, sure, you can customize the Moulton...

The thing is, sure, you can customize the Moulton but you can customize the Brompton too. Full 12 speed carbon crankset, carbon wheels. You can do anything until your heart's content. This guy on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,280
Posted By davidhunternyc

Your incite is very welcome! I learned a lot from...

Your incite is very welcome! I learned a lot from your comment. I'm in the market for compact/folding bike and I'm confused. At first, I thought I wanted to get a Brompton T-Line, with Hubsmith...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-13-23, 11:16 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

From what I've read, Helix is no longer making...

From what I've read, Helix is no longer making bicycles? Is this true? Were they undone by the pandemic? Also, I would love to read or see a YouTube video comparing the Helix Ultralight vs. the new...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-21, 10:22 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 108,652
Posted By davidhunternyc

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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New full titanium model

I love this full titanium model. Have there been...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-21, 05:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,956
Posted By davidhunternyc

Thanks for the clarification. I did not know that...

Thanks for the clarification. I did not know that "modern" frames had these differences.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-21, 05:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,956
Posted By davidhunternyc

Thanks for the links. Yes, I discovered Soma...

Thanks for the links. Yes, I discovered Soma mixtes. What makes Soma frames better than others? Are they lighter weight? I will research the other thread too.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-21, 02:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,956
Posted By davidhunternyc

I'm late to the mixte game. I'm just learning...

I'm late to the mixte game. I'm just learning about them. As of 2021 what are the nicest, fastest, and lightest mixte's you can buy? I noticed that they tend to all be steel frames so I'm wondering...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-19, 10:32 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

I have not replied to this topic too much but I...

I have not replied to this topic too much but I have been reading this thread since day one and watched the Helix early on Kickstarter. Since the inception of the Helix, are there other folding bikes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-19, 08:40 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

So here's my number one question so far: Why oh...

So here's my number one question so far: Why oh why did Peter use the titanium seatpost instead of the carbon fiber seatpost he advertised since the beginning? I just don't get it.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-19, 08:33 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

So you're titanium Brompton weighs in total,...

So you're titanium Brompton weighs in total, 5.7kg? 12 1/2 pounds? That is amazing. Do you have a link where I can read about what you did?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-19, 08:26 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

The Helix bicycle, at least at this point is a...

The Helix bicycle, at least at this point is a case of, "You get what you get and you can't throw a fit". It is what it is and we can't look backwards. So for now I am looking forward to see what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-19, 09:16 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Never give up, Joe. I got your back. Everything...

Never give up, Joe. I got your back. Everything you said has been accurate. You're not a hater nor a troll. You are just stating facts as they were promised that has not been delivered. On most...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-19, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Talk to the hand! Just sayin'....

Talk to the hand! Just sayin'....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-19, 05:02 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Please, we all know that the Sony A9 is the...

Please, we all know that the Sony A9 is the smallest,
lightest, fastest, best, full-frame camera in world!
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-19, 09:00 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Yes, you're right. I was there at the very...

Yes, you're right. I was there at the very beginning in 2015. A prototype was already built and there were videos of a guy wheeling it around. The 22 pound figure was quoted with a 12 speed. Titanium...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-19, 10:47 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

I don’t own a bicycle of any kind and in my small...

I don’t own a bicycle of any kind and in my small NYC apartment the Helix would be a welcome addition as I could just fold it up and store it in my closet. As of now I have been riding a traditional...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-19, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

This name could really stick! : )

This name could really stick! : )
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 11:56 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

I 100% agree with you. I have conversations in my...

I 100% agree with you. I have conversations in my inbox from 2015 with Peter claiming that the 22 pound maximum weight limit was with gears. I don't see how this has evolved to denials and iterations...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Yes, I am quite familiar with Seven and they...

Yes, I am quite familiar with Seven and they offer a superlative product. There titanium bicycles are second to none in the industry and I trust your weight numbers. This is why I am sighing with the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-19, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,021,388
Posted By davidhunternyc

Hello everyone! This is my first post on...

Hello everyone! This is my first post on Bikeforums. I have been reading every post on this thread from the very beginning and though I have never said a word I read all of your comments with...
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