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Forum: Folding Bikes
12-07-17, 08:02 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

Yes, the post fits nicely between the folded...

Yes, the post fits nicely between the folded halves. It requires a slight rotation of the handlebar, because the brake levers need to be oriented vertically. Otherwise, the magnet and its receiver...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-17, 10:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

tdonline wesgreen Thank you for your well...

tdonline wesgreen
Thank you for your well wishes.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-17, 10:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

Rear rack on SoloRock Spin 3

tomtom123
Here are some photos to help with your rear rack decision. Hope it helps.
https://imgur.com/thOTiQP
https://imgur.com/k1yfruz
https://imgur.com/2UuOvGU
https://imgur.com/D4F3CXb...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-17, 07:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

BAM! prostate cancer hits right in the saddle

I have been absent from bikeforums and bikes in general for a while. I have been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. The hormone treatments began a few months ago, and I am 5 radiation...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-17-17, 09:53 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,334
Posted By AccuNeal

While riding my SteelMaster 16"

One of our more senior residents. There are many gopher tortoises in the areas I ride.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-17, 03:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

impact1400 Got it and replied. Thanks for your...

impact1400 Got it and replied. Thanks for your interest.
--
Neal
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-17, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1,567
Views: 743,531
Posted By AccuNeal

2wheeldeal Excellent work! What did you use...

2wheeldeal
Excellent work!
What did you use to replace the bottom bracket? I have a 1990 Classic III that is nearing complete restoration/modernization. Bottom bracket, crankset and brake...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 05:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By AccuNeal

Second time was the charm. Thank you.

Second time was the charm. Thank you.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By AccuNeal

Request sent on facebook. Thank you.

Request sent on facebook. Thank you.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 03:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

I am gonna find out. :) I plan to order a truss...

I am gonna find out. :) I plan to order a truss from Thor and see if it fits. From what I can find the spacing is 30mm between screws. Although, on the Spin3 there are three screws one is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 02:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

scrappy123 Yeah! is that not a cool little bike...

scrappy123
Yeah! is that not a cool little bike or what? I will put that on my list of "needs"

Yes, the cables are on the outside of the main tube. The adjustable handlepost is a plus for me. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 02:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 876
Posted By AccuNeal

SoloRock Spin3 Fold photos

A little humor: Spin 3 - the un-fold story :lol:

The first photo is the bottom view of the main tube at the swivel. Notice the Fsir emblem on the bolt cap.
The second is the top view
The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 05:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

Yes, the bike is light enough that there is very...

Yes, the bike is light enough that there is very little risk of losing control of the bike and having it tip over. However, because it is small, it requires being stooped over to push it along. It...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-27-17, 04:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

I will post a new thread with these photos. They...

I will post a new thread with these photos. They will likely be overlooked under the current heading. thank you for asking.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-27-17, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

It does not roll completely folded with the new...

It does not roll completely folded with the new handlebar. When the handlebar is nested the wheels are at an angle to each other rather than parallel. That causes the bike to jump side to side when...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 02:20 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,746
Posted By AccuNeal

Good choice. I just built two wheels using those...

Good choice. I just built two wheels using those rims. One with a 3sp SA coaster brake and one with a 3sp Nexus coaster brake. The steel finish (before being chromed) was not perfectly smooth. As...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By AccuNeal

rhenning Well done, Roger! I am impressed with...

rhenning Well done, Roger! I am impressed with your workmanship. I can hope to be as fortunate to find such a jewel in the rough as I scour craigslist daily. :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 11:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

Yes, it is very noticeably stiffer than my 1989...

Yes, it is very noticeably stiffer than my 1989 SteelMaster (a.k.a. Scooma) and slightly stiffer than my 1990 Dahon Classic III (both 16"). I haven't ridden my Dahon Boardwalk (20") in weeks so I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 11:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By AccuNeal

SoloRock Spin 3 new handlebar

My Spin3 is a joy to ride, much more so than my other folders. The handlebar was a bit too low for my comfort. At 5'8", 190 pounds and 70 yrs old, I like to ride more upright than bent. It took...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 06:27 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,713
Posted By AccuNeal

5' 8" of solid (yet a bit flabby) old (but very...

5' 8" of solid (yet a bit flabby) old (but very young minded) man. :) :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 05:19 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,713
Posted By AccuNeal

I would not even consider trying to hop up a curb...

I would not even consider trying to hop up a curb without first stopping and lifting the bike. The front fork is make from aluminum to achieve the 21 pound weight. I refered to the rear triangle in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 02:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,844
Posted By AccuNeal

Yep, that is correct. Although I'm not sure...

Yep, that is correct. Although I'm not sure recreational rides is an apt adjective. I ride because of diabetes, so, I like to think of my bike as my insulin substitute. :)

Anyway, would I take...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 08:09 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,713
Posted By AccuNeal

You did the right, first thing in taking test...

You did the right, first thing in taking test rides. Do have a preference for smaller wheels afterwards? Handling? Acceleration? Cornering? Stopping? Weight? If not, best to do it again.

No,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-17, 04:03 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,713
Posted By AccuNeal

You have provided a lot of information for us to...

You have provided a lot of information for us to make recommendations. There will likely be many. I have just completed a search for a new folder for my 70th birthday. Since I already have 4...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-17, 04:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

SoloRock Spin 3 review added thoughts

I've had the bike for 2 days. My odometer shows 58.3 miles, also my bike computer temp shows 102.4F.

Just back from a 20 mile ride. The only reason it was not longer was that I ran out of water...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-17, 03:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

Abu Mahendra - Thank you for the information and...

Abu Mahendra - Thank you for the information and the confirmation of my long search for a decent folder that was within my "bike fund" allotment. I have seen postings of FSIR 16" folders and they...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-17, 10:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

tdonline - Yes, the wheels are quick release with...

tdonline - Yes, the wheels are quick release with nicely appointed toggles, shaped like a bird's beak with a small SoloRock in white on the black toggle. And another yes, the orange is light,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-17, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 362,987
Posted By AccuNeal

Brompton M3L with dynamo and front bag in St....

Brompton M3L with dynamo and front bag in St. Pete, FL $1350. I would buy it but just bought a new folder.

https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/bik/d/brompton-limited-edition/6217503478.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-17, 07:46 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

Yes, there is room to go up in tire width, 47x305...

Yes, there is room to go up in tire width, 47x305 easily with fenders, perhaps more with fenders removed.

The bike as shown in the photo weighs just under 26 pounds with orange saddle cover,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-17, 07:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

There is another company selling solid maintube...

There is another company selling solid maintube folders: fsirbikes.com. However they only have 20" folders and the handlepost is on the outside of the fold if I recall correctly. I am a 16" rider...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-14-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,441
Posted By AccuNeal

SoloRock Spin 3 review

My SoloRock Spin 3 was delivered today and thunder was rumbling closer as the FedEx truck drove away. . Ordered on July 10th and delivered on July 14th it traveled aver 1,200 miles in 3 days,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-10-17, 11:14 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,190
Posted By AccuNeal

That's what I thought, too. I weighed myself,...

That's what I thought, too. I weighed myself, then picked up the bike and re-weighed. Yikes! Did it 3 times on our digital scale.

The bikes have a small tool bag with tools, water bottle,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-10-17, 08:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,190
Posted By AccuNeal

Speaking about Solorock... I just ordered the 16"...

Speaking about Solorock... I just ordered the 16" Spin 3. Really looking forward to owning a lightweight bike. My 16" Dahon weighs 39 pounds and my 16" SteelMaster is about the same. I'll post a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-04-17, 08:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,787
Posted By AccuNeal

Very interesting article, thank you reppans. I...

Very interesting article, thank you reppans. I have had similar results on my two 16" folders. During the first half of this year I have done 2,809 miles on those bikes. My tires are all Kenda: ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-28-17, 05:13 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,334
Posted By AccuNeal

My fully re-built Dahon Classic III with two...

My fully re-built Dahon Classic III with two sandhill cranes. There is one in front of the seatpost and one above the water bottle. Normally, when passing by as they are grazing for grubs in our...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-25-17, 08:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,059
Posted By AccuNeal

Rebuilding wheels can be an issue with IGH and...

Rebuilding wheels can be an issue with IGH and spoke count. Most 16" wheels have 28 spokes and all new IGHs have 36 holes. So you'll need to purchase a 36 hole rim and spokes to match. It's...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-25-17, 05:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,059
Posted By AccuNeal

Rebuilding an older bike is a lot of fun. ...

Rebuilding an older bike is a lot of fun. Looking for the right parts to suit your needs is fun, too. My usual tactic for most hard parts is look on eBay for NOS (new old stock) parts. Chains,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-24-17, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,859
Posted By AccuNeal

That is so very true! I have been debating...

That is so very true! I have been debating adding another to my stable just because...
Meanwhile the bikes I have are amazing to me. A 16" SteelMaster (40+ year-old) converted from crappy...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-17, 10:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,113
Posted By AccuNeal

That's very good news for Downtube and Downtube's...

That's very good news for Downtube and Downtube's customers. Congratulations !
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-17-17, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,100
Posted By AccuNeal

Thanks tds101 You, too. I made it 12.4 miles...

Thanks tds101 You, too.
I made it 12.4 miles today and the rain began so I headed home and made it with only a wet shirt and hi-vis vest. This time I had a ball cap on under my helmet. :) ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-17-17, 11:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,100
Posted By AccuNeal

5.5" of rain

My back yard rain gauge had 5.5" from the storm I rode in yesterday.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-17-17, 10:54 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 362,987
Posted By AccuNeal

2 Brompton bikes, custom colors - $1000 (Lakeside Drive)

Two Bromptons in Jacksonville, FL

https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/bik/6139703404.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-17, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,100
Posted By AccuNeal

I washed my bike today...

I left home on a planned 15 mile ride on my finally completed Dahon Classic III restoration project. Ten miles into the ride the sky darkened as it quite often does in southwest Florida during the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-17, 06:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,466
Posted By AccuNeal

Try Sheldon's calculator here: ...

Try Sheldon's calculator here: sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-17, 05:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,634
Posted By AccuNeal

Thanks everyone for your thoughtful replies. ...

Thanks everyone for your thoughtful replies. Tire liners are removed from my "things to try" list. Kevlar belted tires are on the list when my tires need replacing.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-17, 10:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,634
Posted By AccuNeal

Thank you for the detailed information fietsbob...

Thank you for the detailed information fietsbob and bargainguy. I knew there could be no panacea, but knowing that tire liners can cause problems I think I'll continue to inspect, hope for the best...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-17, 08:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,634
Posted By AccuNeal

Tire liners anyone?

Two rear tire flats in one day! Glass!
I ride a 16" Dahon classic III and a 20" Dahon Boardwalk daily around my neighborhood usually accumulating 20 to 30 miles. Flats have been a rare occurrence...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-17, 11:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 764
Posted By AccuNeal

Folding a Steel Master 16"

Here is a series of photos taken while folding my Master 5sp Steel Master bike: imgur.com/a/qC62t
Still looking for any information on this gorgeous bike. Thanks
Neal
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,288
Posted By AccuNeal

Just returned from a 5 mile ride. What a bike! ...

Just returned from a 5 mile ride. What a bike! It is the best handling folder I own/have owned. I thought my Dahon Mariner was responsive... Yes, but this little machine is even more so. It...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-17, 12:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,288
Posted By AccuNeal

Seeking info on SteelMaster 16" folder

A thorough search on Google, Yahoo and Bing has yielded nothing on this bike other than a rusty bike photo on Facebook taken in an antique shop. I recently purchased this bike from a posting on...
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