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Forum: Folding Bikes
01-20-08, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,456
Posted By saanichbc

Listen to this advice. He knows what he is...

Listen to this advice.

He knows what he is talking about.

I was going to offer similar advice, but "awetmore" did so including much more info than I would have thought of.

I use internal on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-18-08, 12:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,353
Posted By saanichbc

I had a bid in on that one. It was a very...

I had a bid in on that one.

It was a very very nice example.

But, once it got up to over $250, I had to slap myself across the face to stop from getting into the frenzy wars on it.

I would...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-08, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,681
Posted By saanichbc

Believe it, it's true. The Red Band, from what I...

Believe it, it's true. The Red Band, from what I understand, is also built a tad heavier duty than the other version. I use the Red Band on my R20. It was a great choice!
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-08, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 559
Posted By saanichbc

Manufacturer Customer Service Night Mares!

Hi folks... In light of this recent thread noting the bad customer service experience with Dahon products, I thought I might fire up this thread in hopes that others might spread the word around...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-08, 09:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,766
Posted By saanichbc

Geez folks. This thread is scary! I think I know...

Geez folks. This thread is scary! I think I know which brand name to stay clear of in future new folder considerations!
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-08, 09:10 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,635
Posted By saanichbc

If one has found a nice bike, but has years of...

If one has found a nice bike, but has years of dirt baked on it, hiding the original colour of the paint in a type of "haze" (for lack of a better description), by lightly rubbing down the finish...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-08, 09:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,186
Posted By saanichbc

There is someone who sells "Raleigh" repo decals...

There is someone who sells "Raleigh" repo decals on eBay. You will have to search for them. I bought a couple of sets from him, but, I was less than satisfied with the results. They are made from,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-28-07, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 908
Posted By saanichbc

You know, it all depends how important it is to...

You know, it all depends how important it is to the person wanting the item for sale.

Just so happens that I am looking for an R20 that is in mint condition to keep as an absolute prestine example...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-26-07, 12:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,234
Posted By saanichbc

Damned! I'm sorry to hear that. I hope...

Damned!

I'm sorry to hear that.

I hope whoever stole it is riding it down some steep fast hill and a wheel lets go, sending them over the side into a deep ditch with them ending up with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-24-07, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

Yeth... we are a berry nutty bunch of people...

Yeth... we are a berry nutty bunch of people here in Canuckistan.

Canuckistanis are Happy, but Nutty. :eek: :beer:
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-23-07, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 868
Posted By saanichbc

They'll forgive you. :D

They'll forgive you. :D
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-22-07, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 868
Posted By saanichbc

I understand that there is a chain tensioner...

I understand that there is a chain tensioner available that will bolt under one of the rear wheel axle bolts that may work here. I found this out when I was enquiring about adding a 2nd ring to the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-22-07, 10:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 704
Posted By saanichbc

I have some build info on my own R20 site located...

I have some build info on my own R20 site located here: http://21oaks.net/r20

Hope this may provide you with some help.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-21-07, 09:38 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,635
Posted By saanichbc

This is coming along very well. Wish I can...

This is coming along very well.

Wish I can weld and braze.

sigh...

I have so many ideas, but, they involve brazing and welding.

Great stuff.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-07, 09:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

Thank you! I see that the pic is lost on my...

Thank you!

I see that the pic is lost on my original msg because I had renamed it, and have a different pic up that is not a "mirrored" image. So, I will repost a pic of it again here...
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-17-07, 09:52 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,635
Posted By saanichbc

Hi Alexw35... I recently completed my R20...

Hi Alexw35...

I recently completed my R20 project.
It has the Nexus 8 rear hub.
I have been contemplating adding a 2nd ring to the front, but not sure if a deraileur would work up front....
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-15-07, 09:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

Thanks lots! Yes, it is a Mirrycle mirror,...

Thanks lots!

Yes, it is a Mirrycle mirror, modified to be mounted to the handle bar vua a Minaura (sp?) water bottle mount.

:D
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-14-07, 09:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,618
Posted By saanichbc

Interesting frame all right (the Dawes...

Interesting frame all right (the Dawes Kingpin)...

I suspect that if one was willing to pay the shipping costs, they may be enticed to ship one overseas to Canada or the US.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-14-07, 09:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

I'm hoping to take a few more pix of it this...

I'm hoping to take a few more pix of it this coming weekend, and will replace that pic with another. My wife's R20 is due to begin reconstruction late this January. Pretty much the same as my own,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-14-07, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 964
Posted By saanichbc

Hiya... interesting frame. Does this bike have...

Hiya... interesting frame.
Does this bike have larger than 20" wheels?
Looks like the wheels are larger.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-12-07, 09:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,618
Posted By saanichbc

Best bet for new folder tourer

Hi folks... This question has probably been asked before, however, I thought I would ask again in light of what is currently out there available to us comsumers.

Of all the available folders that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-10-07, 09:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

HAHAHAHAHA!!!! :roflmao: You are the only...

HAHAHAHAHA!!!! :roflmao:

You are the only one that caught that so far!

Welp, lets me tells you.

In the original pic, the bike was facing the opposite direction. For some reason, didn't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-07, 03:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By saanichbc

The R20 project pretty much done!

Hi folks...

I'm happy to say that my R20 project is pretty much done.

http://21oaks.net/r20/img/headerpic.jpg

I have a small web page up now which includes pix and a parts list for any one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-07-07, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 995
Posted By saanichbc

For what it's worth, I have a Tubus Logo on the...

For what it's worth, I have a Tubus Logo on the back of my R20. Seems to work fine.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-07, 10:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,627
Posted By saanichbc

Geez... all this talk about "fatties" has me...

Geez... all this talk about "fatties" has me worried. I tip the scales at around 260 lbs (but am losing weight). I'm starting to wonder about my newly reno'd R20, if I might be stress testing it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-29-07, 09:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 685
Posted By saanichbc

I managed to locate a pair of them from a NL...

I managed to locate a pair of them from a NL supply shop.
One for my current R20 build, and another for my wife's upcoming build.
My LBS may have one already - don't know for sure.
Still waiting...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-27-07, 01:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 685
Posted By saanichbc

Alfine trigger shifter

Anyone know where I can get an Alfine trigger shifter?
I would like to use one with my Nexus 8 red band hub.
If anyone could point me in the right direction as to where I can get one, I would very...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-21-07, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,100
Posted By saanichbc

I would, however, at the moment, there are...

I would, however, at the moment, there are portions of info on the site that require completing, and I won't be able to do so until my R20 version is complete.

I am still waiting for it to come...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-20-07, 08:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,100
Posted By saanichbc

Pix of your R20

Hi folks...

I would like to add to my collection of R20 pix to add to my R20 related website that I will be letting everyone know about shortly.

I have quite a few now, but, I would still like...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-19-07, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 604
Posted By saanichbc

20" fenders for my R20

Hiya folks - just curious as to what owners of R20's are using for fenders?

I don't like to ride fenderless, yet, would like to find out what others may be using.

I have thought about a set of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-26-07, 08:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,520
Posted By saanichbc

Hiya... long time since I posted here. I...

Hiya... long time since I posted here.

I just picked up my R20 frame from my local bike shop, where they performed a fair number of mod changes to the frame. Took it down to a local powder...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-16-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,205
Posted By saanichbc

Oh, I kinda think the first time you ride over...

Oh, I kinda think the first time you ride over that unavoidable pile of dog scat just might change your mind. :roflmao:
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-07, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By saanichbc

Hiya -- yep, this is for my Twenty. Is this...

Hiya -- yep, this is for my Twenty.
Is this Andreas from Fairfield Bikes?
Anyway, I have Max at Fairfield ordering me a twist shifter for my Nexus 8 Redstripe hub that he is going to lace up to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-24-07, 11:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By saanichbc

Alfine Rapidfire shifter...

Hi folks... might anyone happen to know if the new Shimano Alfine Rapidfire Plus shift lever (SL-S500) will work with the Shimano Nexus 8 Redline hub (SG-8R25)?

Thanks lots!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-20-07, 08:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,520
Posted By saanichbc

Actually, I got another for my wife yesterday,...

Actually, I got another for my wife yesterday, and will be picking up another to leave completely stock later today. Geez... it's raining 20's here lately! :D
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-18-07, 09:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,520
Posted By saanichbc

New Raleigh Twenty owner

Hiya folks... I just purchased a Raleigh Twenty folder that will be my next bike build project. I am going to end up "hot rodding" this particular bike, much the same as had Huw has with his. He...
Forum: Touring
08-06-06, 01:46 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 38,588
Posted By saanichbc

As a matter of fact, there is currently 157...

As a matter of fact, there is currently 157 members of our Long Haul Trucker and Cross-Check owners group located here: http://surlyville.net

If you would like to hear from us regarding our rides...
Forum: Touring
06-10-06, 11:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,509
Posted By saanichbc

This would be a great topic on our SurlyLHT...

This would be a great topic on our SurlyLHT owners group forum. This is a very interesting thread.
06-09-06, 07:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 573
Posted By saanichbc

Am I too late to respond to this one? I live in...

Am I too late to respond to this one? I live in Victoria, and may be able to assist you. A great local ride is the Regional Trail called the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, which also connects to the...
Forum: Touring
05-07-06, 10:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,020
Posted By saanichbc

I don't think I would do that. First off, if you...

I don't think I would do that. First off, if you want true touring related gearing, the gearing that comes with the 520 are really not suited for touring. You'd probably end up swapping out crank set...
Forum: Touring
05-06-06, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 718
Posted By saanichbc

Harris Cyclery carries them. It's on this page at...

Harris Cyclery carries them. It's on this page at their website...


http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/accessories.html

...scroll down a bit. It's the ESGE\Pletscher double legged folding...
Forum: Touring
05-05-06, 04:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,020
Posted By saanichbc

Yep. Shortly. The combination of my time off, and...

Yep. Shortly. The combination of my time off, and the weather hasn't cooperated in that respect yet. However, I'm hoping this weekend will be better.:o
Forum: Touring
05-05-06, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By saanichbc

Because barcons are of a very simple design, and...

Because barcons are of a very simple design, and very less likely to break when on the road. Mounted on a set of Pauls Thumbies mounts, and they are perfect.
Forum: Touring
05-05-06, 04:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By saanichbc

Really. Not me. I've seen it done before, and...

Really. Not me. I've seen it done before, and have considered doing it myself. Hmmm.... I wonder.... :rolleyes:
Forum: Touring
05-05-06, 04:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,490
Posted By saanichbc

Another idea to consider is plain old hockey...

Another idea to consider is plain old hockey stick tape. I have been using it for years under my usual bar wrap, and it works very well. I usually put about 4 wraps of black hockey stick tape under...
Forum: Touring
05-03-06, 10:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,301
Posted By saanichbc

Bar end shifters are used on a touring bike...

Bar end shifters are used on a touring bike because they are so simple to operate, and repair. Less moving parts means they typically last longer, and are more reliable. However, I do know that quite...
Forum: Touring
05-03-06, 10:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,020
Posted By saanichbc

I have some pix up of my LHT build, with a parts...

I have some pix up of my LHT build, with a parts list, located at: http://saanichbc.net/
Forum: Touring
05-03-06, 10:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By saanichbc

Actually, so I found out recently from one...

Actually, so I found out recently from one Sheldon Brown, the idea of twin stems goes back quite a few years. I thought it was a recent idea (one which I to adopted awhile back, and am using on my...
Forum: Touring
04-28-06, 07:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,802
Posted By saanichbc

A Brooks B.67 is a fine saddle. It is a sprung...

A Brooks B.67 is a fine saddle. It is a sprung saddle, just enough to stop the majority of the road hash from reaching my fine little tush. :rolleyes:
Forum: Touring
04-24-06, 03:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By saanichbc

Try RAM Mounts... http://www.ram-mount.com/ ...

Try RAM Mounts...

http://www.ram-mount.com/

...I have one of their mounts for my Lowrance iFinder H20, and it works great. However, I did have to use a few winds of black hockey stick tape to...
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