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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-21, 10:53 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Dr. Yan leaving Downtube???

I just happened to check out the Downtube website blog and saw this posting:Dr. Yan will leave Downtube in 2022...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-03-21, 05:52 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

Yes, I understood what you meant :)

Yes, I understood what you meant :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-26-21, 06:27 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

That's great news that its moving forward so...

That's great news that its moving forward so quickly. On the question of tire clearance (width), what did you decide for your final design? :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-21, 05:34 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

Any updates on the 20in wheeled prototype that...

Any updates on the 20in wheeled prototype that you could share? 🤔
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-21, 10:28 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

I know you don't even have a prototype yet, but...

I know you don't even have a prototype yet, but do you have a mock-up of the design simliar to the one you provided in the #1 post of this thread?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-21, 07:25 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

Given that this bike will feature a chromoly...

Given that this bike will feature a chromoly frame, I think the best comparison would be the Dahon Speed. Currently the Dahon Speed 8 is available for $699 while the Dahon Speed 9 goes for $899, so I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

Thanks for the update. The one item you did not...

Thanks for the update. The one item you did not speak to is the prospect of a 20 inch (406) model...is that a possibility or unlikely to happen?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-21, 08:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 926
Posted By JosephLMonti

Citizen Gotham 24 vs Downtube Dyan vs Tern Node

Does anyone own one of these bikes? Thoughts?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-21, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,758
Posted By JosephLMonti

Dahon used to make a model called the Curve which...

Dahon used to make a model called the Curve which came with Schwalbe Big Apple tires (16x2.0) but I don't see it listed on their website anymore (the USA version anyway). Given your price range, you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-21, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By JosephLMonti

Plus Tire (non electric) Folding Bike

I recently came across this vid of a guy who has modified his Brompton to take plus tires:

https://youtu.be/oxGwZB7pA9o

I'm am wondering if others have done this or have at least thought about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-27-20, 10:12 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 38,225
Posted By JosephLMonti

Even if you spec this model with disc brakes,...

Even if you spec this model with disc brakes, would it be possible to add v-brake bosses to the frame since some customers would prefer rim brakes? I've never had disc brakes, and would be willing to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-20-20, 07:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,306
Posted By JosephLMonti

Hey All - I put this post up and sort of forgot...

Hey All - I put this post up and sort of forgot about it so apologies for the delayed response. Also, thanks for all the comments and feedback.

So in the end I went with a 98 GT Outpost Trail that...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,306
Posted By JosephLMonti

Wanted - chromoly step through mtb (complete or frame only))

So I'm looking for a step through mtb. There are plenty around but I want an all chromoly frame/fork and all I'm seeing is lower end high tensile steel or aluminum. I know a couple of brands put...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-15, 06:29 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 122,278
Posted By JosephLMonti

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-04-14, 07:47 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

What would you consider to be next season? Any...

What would you consider to be next season? Any planned changes to the next gen of Novas?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-14, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Has the Nova been discontinued, or simply out of...

Has the Nova been discontinued, or simply out of stock at the moment?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-14, 09:44 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

I don't know if it is the same set up as the 8FS,...

I don't know if it is the same set up as the 8FS, but a while back someone made changes to the Downtube Mini's suspension design, including mods at the pivot. Here's the link:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Are the Novas and the 9 Speeds made by the same...

Are the Novas and the 9 Speeds made by the same factory? While both are very nice, they seem to have different (fabrication) styles to me.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-13, 03:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,484
Posted By JosephLMonti

Yes, pix would be great :D:D:D

Yes, pix would be great :D:D:D
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-20-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,484
Posted By JosephLMonti

Ok, you know that you can't just throw that out...

Ok, you know that you can't just throw that out there w/o some details, right?

C'mon Mister P...throw us a bone :cry:
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-01-13, 07:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,048
Posted By JosephLMonti

I see this is your first post, so welcome to the...

I see this is your first post, so welcome to the fold :thumb:

As for your questions, I'm not sure you should upgrade any parts until after you've ridden the bike a little (sounds like you don't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-04-13, 08:51 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Looks like the Downtube Novas have been reduced...

Looks like the Downtube Novas have been reduced to $299 (from $329). I probably shouldn't look a gift horse in the mouth, but am wondering why the price was lowered. Perhaps clearing out the 2013...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-04-13, 08:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,593
Posted By JosephLMonti

Good point...I was thinking of myself :p ...

Good point...I was thinking of myself :p



I don't know...now I'm thinking #4 which is quite stylish as well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-03-13, 07:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,593
Posted By JosephLMonti

I would choose option #2. It gives you a nice...

I would choose option #2. It gives you a nice balance between headtube support and standover clearance.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-13, 09:10 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Ok, summer is officially here...so what's the...

Ok, summer is officially here...so what's the latest on the new Mini?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-13, 07:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,498
Posted By JosephLMonti

Speaking of fotos, Mr P, weren't you supposed to...

Speaking of fotos, Mr P, weren't you supposed to post a few of your personal steed? :innocent:
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-19-13, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By JosephLMonti

A few years ago Dahon did the limited edition...

A few years ago Dahon did the limited edition "Hon Solo" that was kinda like a Dutch bike:

http://www.geziyorum.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Dahon-Hon-Solo-Limited-Edition-5.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-13, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

I'm betting the Bahamas have some great,...

I'm betting the Bahamas have some great, year-round cycling weather. I'd be curious to see the company owner's personal Downtube...how its been customized, etc. Any chance of a pic? :ride:
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-13, 07:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,924
Posted By JosephLMonti

Since you'll have the camera out, how about...

Since you'll have the camera out, how about snapping a photo of the company CEO's personal bike. It's always interesting to see how the producer of a product (bike or otherwise) customizes it. :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-13, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

I always liked the idea of a derailleur-spec'd...

I always liked the idea of a derailleur-spec'd Mini, but the Capreo drivetrain was pricey, pushing the original shipped price close to $600. I know there are clearance issues with 16 inch wheels,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-13, 08:05 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

Lots o' discussion about IGHs. Does this mean we...

Lots o' discussion about IGHs. Does this mean we will not see a "Mini Capreo" version with a derailleur? :innocent:
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-03-13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

I see there are new photos of the Downtube FS in...

I see there are new photos of the Downtube FS in red and yellow on the Downtube website...both look great :thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-09-13, 08:20 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 18,449
Posted By JosephLMonti

That's great :thumb:

That's great :thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-23-12, 08:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,447
Posted By JosephLMonti

Here's info about a guy who used a Dahon...

Here's info about a guy who used a Dahon Jetstream for some extreme off-road duty:

http://www.debcar.com/Story-BikeMechanical.htm
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,522
Posted By JosephLMonti

I think the main reason anyone would buy the BAs...

I think the main reason anyone would buy the BAs is for their "suspension" qualities as they aren't a fast tire. If you're interested in speedy, high pressure tires then supension is probably not...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-22-12, 02:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,594
Posted By JosephLMonti

Nice write up. Sounds like the stock rubber is a...

Nice write up. Sounds like the stock rubber is a thumbs down. If you do replace them, what tires would you choose?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-12, 08:00 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,189
Posted By JosephLMonti

Where is this bike available?

Where is this bike available?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-12, 02:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,189
Posted By JosephLMonti

Something is not right here...if you look at the...

Something is not right here...if you look at the main pic the fork appears to have uber-rake, but zooming into the mini-pic (one on left), the fork rake looks more normal.

:eek:
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-13-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,189
Posted By JosephLMonti

Ok, you know you can't just put that out there...

Ok, you know you can't just put that out there w/o us harassing you for details. Do tell all...:rolleyes:
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-12, 08:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,594
Posted By JosephLMonti

Admittedly, I might have played a "tiny" role in...

Admittedly, I might have played a "tiny" role in creating the price confusion...:innocent:

Just to set things straight, here are the (shipped) prices for all 4 bikes discussed in this thread:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,594
Posted By JosephLMonti

Yikes, that doesn't sound good. According to...

Yikes, that doesn't sound good. According to your blog, you paid $266 for this bike...I'm starting to side with the folks that say return it and go with the Citizen Miami. The other option is to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-12, 09:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,594
Posted By JosephLMonti

I probably shouldn't press my luck, but do you...

I probably shouldn't press my luck, but do you have any pix of the Citizen Tokyo at a slight distance? You have some great pix, but they are all close up and I'd like to see the whole bike in one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-12, 09:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,594
Posted By JosephLMonti

I've had shifting problems on some cheaper...

I've had shifting problems on some cheaper drivetrains and switched to friction thumb shifters:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,505
Posted By JosephLMonti

@smallwheeler - you make some good points. I...

@smallwheeler - you make some good points. I think those of us who shop in the Downtube/Origami price range, are a bit spoiled when it comes to price, considering a basic trail-worthy mountain bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,505
Posted By JosephLMonti

Sorry to hear that you're having a bad first...

Sorry to hear that you're having a bad first impression. To be honest, you should really bring any web-ordered bike directly to the LBS for a "tune up". It should only cost about $25-30, a lot less...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-01-12, 10:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,573
Posted By JosephLMonti

@Brakemeister - Wouldn't the handlepost from the...

@Brakemeister - Wouldn't the handlepost from the Dahon Eco series work?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-30-12, 07:39 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,107
Posted By JosephLMonti

I see some great color schemes on your Novas. ...

I see some great color schemes on your Novas. Are these custom paint jobs or does Indonesia just have more color choices than the USA?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-29-12, 07:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,573
Posted By JosephLMonti

Does this apply to the Boardwalk SS, the...

Does this apply to the Boardwalk SS, the Boardwalk D8, or both?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-29-12, 11:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,573
Posted By JosephLMonti

@Rob_E - I think you should take a look at this...

@Rob_E - I think you should take a look at this thread:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/821385-Handle-Bar-Mod-for-Schwinn-Hinge

Hopefully this could work for you as well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-29-12, 11:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,966
Posted By JosephLMonti

Thanks for your insights...it does help to...

Thanks for your insights...it does help to explain some of the reasoning behind Dahon's decision to carry so many models. Nevertheless, I still see a lot of redundancy. For instance, even if we...
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