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Forum: Commuting
10-18-23, 10:45 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By spambait11

Every bike needs a basket. ...

Every bike needs a basket.


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Forum: Commuting
10-17-23, 12:03 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By spambait11

2016(?) Lynskey Pro 29 on 27.5s

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A 12-speed reduced to 9-speed 'cause the tires are so darn fat. Now just...
Forum: Fatbikes
07-27-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,495
Posted By spambait11

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Fatbikes
04-21-22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,589
Posted By spambait11

Bearclaw Towmak

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Mid-build pic from January. Will now install...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-10-21, 09:58 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

You've pegged one of the few weaknesses of this...

You've pegged one of the few weaknesses of this bike.

Maybe Helix is in talks with a tire company to create an exclusive line of tires?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-20, 01:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,641
Posted By spambait11

Riding a unicycle is great fun! IMO, you...

Riding a unicycle is great fun!

IMO, you want your first unicycle to be at least a 29er if you plan to ride for speed and/or distance, but it's easier learning on a 20". If you get a 29er, it will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

And yet they continue to sell out. Keep...

And yet they continue to sell out.

Keep hating.....
Forum: Utility Cycling
02-02-20, 09:47 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 69,010
Posted By spambait11

Yeah, what’s wrong with Fremont Whole Foods?...

Yeah, what’s wrong with Fremont Whole Foods? Don’t they understand their greatest contribution to the city is being one large Amazon pick-up locker?

That millennial store manager needs to slow her...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

FYI: Annoying squeaks coming from what I thought...

FYI: Annoying squeaks coming from what I thought was the SRAM NX crankset. Turns out it was the removable Wellgo pedal which wasn’t totally seated properly in the quick-release mechanism (I do remove...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-24-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,547
Posted By spambait11

Size large

Size large
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-21-19, 08:59 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,547
Posted By spambait11

Just got this: ...

Just got this:


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...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-03-19, 02:37 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

Wait... Everyone else can make "completely...

Wait... Everyone else can make "completely subjective statement(s)" but I can’t? You’re harsh.
I'm calling the internet police.

MY Bike Friday is still better than MY Brompton.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-19, 04:17 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

Lol! Schizophrenia at its best! Anyway, Bike...

Lol! Schizophrenia at its best!

Anyway, Bike Friday is better than Brompton.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-19, 11:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,984
Posted By spambait11

I’m liking IGH too and would put up with weight...

I’m liking IGH too and would put up with weight for a straight chain line (even when folded), but too wide of a rear triangle adds to the dimension of the fold. Also vertical dropouts may be out of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-29-19, 12:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,984
Posted By spambait11

Most annoying? Squeaks. Then in order: weight,...

Most annoying? Squeaks.
Then in order: weight, folding mechanism, frame material, small wheels
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-19, 05:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,317
Posted By spambait11

What a great frame set!

What a great frame set!
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-19, 05:23 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

You should have told that to Steve Jobs 20 years...

You should have told that to Steve Jobs 20 years ago. :)

They don’t need to duplicate Brompton's success. They need to duplicate their own.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-19, 05:19 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

This is why BF needs to reinvent itself. It can...

This is why BF needs to reinvent itself. It can stay grunge (like Chuck Taylor Converse shoes), but do something with the grunge. They already have great color choices, and control over their own...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-19, 04:09 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

Brompton did it, and they only have one frame and...

Brompton did it, and they only have one frame and four different handle bars. Come on guy.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-19, 09:19 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

If BF's biggest clientele are now overseas...

If BF's biggest clientele are now overseas (Japan? Singapore?), then they should take advantage of these markets by offering steel frames with CUSTOM CHROME LUGS and HIGH END components! There’s...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-19, 09:02 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Lol @ dudes talking authoritatively about things...

Lol @ dudes talking authoritatively about things they don’t even own: like criticizing a country they’ve never been to, or a food they’ve never tried!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-19, 11:14 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,706
Posted By spambait11

So in the interest of "being open and direct,"...

So in the interest of "being open and direct," what you’re saying is that even if you CANNOT find a business partner, you’re still financially solvent: you won’t be going bankrupt anytime soon; Bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-26-19, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

According to Peter’s recent update, all bikes...

According to Peter’s recent update, all bikes (single speed, derailleur, Alfine) slated for December 2019 delivery are sold out.

No word on how many total bikes were sold.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-19, 07:46 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Ti Birdies now come with 24" wheelsets?

Ti Birdies now come with 24" wheelsets?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-20-19, 08:39 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Good thing there are more places in the world...

Good thing there are more places in the world than London. :rolleyes:
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-19, 11:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 35,588
Posted By spambait11

It won’t fold that compactly once you add a rear...

It won’t fold that compactly once you add a rear rack and possibly a front rack.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 03:26 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

lol! You already wrote it down. Want people to...

lol! You already wrote it down.
Want people to get off your lawn, too?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

What you argue is valid, but I think the real...

What you argue is valid, but I think the real problem most people have is that Brompton charges 2019 prices for 1980s technology which you admit has not changed much. If someone wanted to charge you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-19, 02:41 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

lol. That’s like saying "lots of people promise...

lol. That’s like saying "lots of people promise to be nice, some actually are." Vague generalities aside, there’s a big difference between someone on Kickstarter getting a comic book out on time vs....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

More posts going up: ...

More posts going up:

https://youtu.be/4mkzRF3trJM
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

This clause makes all the difference in the world.

This clause makes all the difference in the world.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 02:20 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

what’s a whinge? Another French term for...

what’s a whinge? Another French term for non-sequitur?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Gott damm! You should be making frames and custom...

Gott damm! You should be making frames and custom CNCing all your parts, not buying clones from China!

Can your robotic arm flawlessly TIG weld Ti? Did it come with its own inert gas chamber too?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

We're talking WEIGHT, homey: "complete dealership...

We're talking WEIGHT, homey: "complete dealership and spares networks” have nothing to do with this conversation.

Must be “non-sequitur day” today in France or something.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 01:34 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Um, I don’t know why you’re quoting me, but I was...

Um, I don’t know why you’re quoting me, but I was referring to WEIGHT, not RIDE QUALITY. Clearly your pedantry is meant for someone else?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-19, 12:09 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

please note: 27lbs. are for bikes equipped with...

please note: 27lbs. are for bikes equipped with an Alfine hub. Around 24.5lbs. are for 10-speeds. Maybe close to 22lbs. for single speed?
But yeah, your point is well taken.


However, which...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-19, 12:45 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

that was a direct quote from helix which was not...

that was a direct quote from helix which was not altered.

It’s usually the hinges and locking mechanisms which weigh the most on folding bikes. But it’s hard to tell what the weight gain is for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-20-19, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

- in process for front mount. - water bottle...

- in process for front mount.
- water bottle mounts located on folding stem.
- in one pic, fenders are a tight fit, and look like they will mount to the mono-fork.

- As far as weight, here is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-19, 12:38 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Like many things in life, probably prettier in...

Like many things in life, probably prettier in person.



On another note, I’m sure the delay in shipping is due to that ugly secondary lock mechanism on the fork. Peter probably had to take all...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-19, 02:40 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 41,441
Posted By spambait11

It's NOT the ride quality which Bromptons are...

It's NOT the ride quality which Bromptons are known for. It’s the compact fold.

Brompton's Achilles heel has always been the weight, which Raxel addresses. Berlinonaut just doesn’t get it, or just...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 09:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 66,367
Posted By spambait11

THAT is what Brompton should be evolving to,...

THAT is what Brompton should be evolving to, post-haste!

But 13lbs? Is it safe to ride?
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Is 2019 finally the year of the Helix? ...

Is 2019 finally the year of the Helix?


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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-18, 12:32 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Most of the custom parts have arrived, but the...

Most of the custom parts have arrived, but the dropouts are what seem to be holding up the assembly of a final bike. The dropouts are slated to arrive mid-October..... 2018. (At least I hope it’s...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-18, 03:02 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

New 12 minute video up!

Video details main parts of the bike and up close folding. Peter also explains the manufacturing of certain parts.

Yes, it looks like more delays because of the custom parts coming from Taiwan....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-18, 06:13 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Better late than never.

Better late than never.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-03-18, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,815
Posted By spambait11

Hey! Anything to save 2 oz.! :)

Hey! Anything to save 2 oz.! :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-03-18, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,815
Posted By spambait11

Best weight savings on a Bike Friday are upgraded...

Best weight savings on a Bike Friday are upgraded drivetrain, wheelset, seatpost, saddle, tires. These make a tremendous difference, with the only barrier being cash.

Handlebars, shifters and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-03-18, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Helix has passed all ISO testing! Parts are now...

Helix has passed all ISO testing! Parts are now getting cut, made, and welded for production!
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-03-18, 05:25 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Lol! For a minute there, I thought you were ...

Lol!

For a minute there, I thought you were describing Silicon Valley in general.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-03-18, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,020,823
Posted By spambait11

Triggered much? Don’t be bitter just 'cause...

Triggered much?

Don’t be bitter just 'cause you didn’t preorder one. You should have played.
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