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Forum: Folding Bikes
07-12-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

If you're lucky you might get a used one cheaper....

If you're lucky you might get a used one cheaper. (At least here in Germany and in UK there are some on offer.)

But if price is an issue that will probably also exclude the Helix and many other...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-30-19, 03:34 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

First year of production, right? If they keep...

First year of production, right?
If they keep up the good work they can reach bike number 500 within 2020!
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-19, 05:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,786
Posted By ladi

Looking at the folding hinge, I think this is the...

Looking at the folding hinge, I think this is the old frame model (pre 2004).

I would not pay 800$ for that.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-19, 06:53 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,588
Posted By ladi

That's not true. Brompton certainly is not a...

That's not true. Brompton certainly is not a "luxury brand". They create solid bikes that they sell for a price you might call something between fair and slightly overpriced. They have good branding...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-25-19, 12:10 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

It's an upper bound of their current(!)...

It's an upper bound of their current(!) production costs. I guess it still could become lower if they improve their production process.

If their costs per unit are anywhere close to that number...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-24-19, 03:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,448
Posted By ladi

With bicycles always some part can be stolen with...

With bicycles always some part can be stolen with the right wrench...

It's funny bike nerdery to think what screws you would have to unlock to steal the bike. But in practice I don't think it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-23-19, 02:11 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,588
Posted By ladi

I think so too. The "performance bike" sales...

I think so too. The "performance bike" sales argument does not really work any more if you have to carry extra weight just so the factory saves some bucks.

But I think in the medium price range...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-20-19, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,042
Posted By ladi

Maybe you can post a picture? Regarding...

Maybe you can post a picture?

Regarding dealing with language problems in Japan, I totally second the point made before. Be insistent.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-20-19, 07:31 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,588
Posted By ladi

I don't quite understand the focus on "US built"...

I don't quite understand the focus on "US built" discussing BF. If you exclude the frame, there are quite some manufacturers that produce in higher wages western countries. Especially if one also...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-15-19, 01:37 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 66,588
Posted By ladi

There's certainly a trend in electric bicycles....

There's certainly a trend in electric bicycles. But I think the main advantage for manufacturers is that they can be much more expensive. Meaning they can earn more money per bike. ;)
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-19, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

So how is Helix doing? Should be around 200 bikes...

So how is Helix doing? Should be around 200 bikes shipped by now?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-16-19, 04:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 16,436
Posted By ladi

I'm not sure what you mean by "regular bag"? ...

I'm not sure what you mean by "regular bag"?

I used a selfmade bag one my Brompton which is not waterproof. This certainly works and in many situations it is possible to compromise on things like...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,178
Posted By ladi

Nice bike (for certain philosophers...

Nice bike (for certain philosophers https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utilitarianism). :D Thinking about it mine (H6RD) is more of a Rationalist Brompton (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rationalism).
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-19, 02:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,865
Posted By ladi

If you want a 3-speed and can live with the...

If you want a 3-speed and can live with the colour (and the stem length), it might be worth it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-19, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

I'm afraid with 10 bikes a month he might also...

I'm afraid with 10 bikes a month he might also not be able to earn his operating expenses. Let's just assume every bike was 1.500$ (US) and one third of this is parts + material. This roughly means...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-19, 05:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,553
Posted By ladi

They do. They have restrictions on few parts like...

They do. They have restrictions on few parts like frames. But I had never problems getting seat sleeves, brake pads, hub upgrades shipped to Germany.

Also third party parts like Ryde Andra rims...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-19, 05:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,553
Posted By ladi

You need 28 Holes. I used those...

You need 28 Holes.

I used those (https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/rims-tape/ryde-andra-20-16-x-1-38-349-up-alloy-rim-black-28-hole/) for my last build.

If you just want to replace your rim, you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-07-19, 01:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,018
Posted By ladi

But this is an older change. My 2015 Pocket Llama...

But this is an older change. My 2015 Pocket Llama already had such a mounting plate. (Or maybe they changed it multiple times...)
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-05-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,018
Posted By ladi

So what's the difference between the models? Are...

So what's the difference between the models? Are all Pocket Llama now diamond frame and all NWTs "monotube"? Is there still the option for having a belt drive on NWT (Bottom bracket in rear part) and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-19, 02:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,018
Posted By ladi

I'd say it can handle more than you. :P (Meaning...

I'd say it can handle more than you. :P (Meaning you would have to suffer through A LOT of pain before the bike breaks. There being no suspension means there are limits of how much you can torture...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-19, 05:13 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

I would not read too much in one picture. It...

I would not read too much in one picture. It might just be an optical illusion. Maybe the tube was not cut straight and this gives this impression.
Something like this:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-19, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

Well, I guess if you want to be positive, every...

Well, I guess if you want to be positive, every critical question seems "unqualified". Both positions have been supported by arguments as well as unfounded emotions. And thinking about it rationally...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-19, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

Well, there are again some critical reviews of...

Well, there are again some critical reviews of the idea as there are also overly cheerful comments. That you're focusing on the negative might tell something about you. ;)

Also I guess you're...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-29-19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

So is an assembly line set up already and...

So is an assembly line set up already and production is running? Workers are trained for assembly and everything? Is there any information on how many bikes were produced already?

I guess this is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 06:29 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

But the point about "allowing him to continue"...

But the point about "allowing him to continue" does not apply if he runs out of funds anyway. Assuming he continues operating his business (maybe even sell bikes) but NOT deliver your reward, THEN...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 01:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,456
Posted By ladi

Brompton. Their bikes just look best on Instagram!

Brompton. Their bikes just look best on Instagram!
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-19, 01:04 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

They can always sue him in private court. Force...

They can always sue him in private court. Force him to deliver or return the money. Of course there are terms and conditions of Kickstarter. But parts of them might be overturned by courts....
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-19, 04:58 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

But the question is not whether he can make it...

But the question is not whether he can make it through another year (not delivering), but how much money and resources are left and if he can deliver all bikes from that.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-03-18, 01:26 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

You mean another bike that is delayed for years...

You mean another bike that is delayed for years would be very welcome in this thread? :D To me the biggest difference between a Brompton and a Helix is not their wheel size or frame material. The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-17-18, 06:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,421
Posted By ladi

Maybe a new document is missing. But the old one...

Maybe a new document is missing. But the old one seems quite thorough. Obviously it's not marked according to model year. How could they have known years ago that they would change shifter type in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-18, 05:45 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,759
Posted By ladi

True. It makes sense economically. But it's also...

True. It makes sense economically. But it's also sad if one considers that the Tikit was a very unique and special bike. Compared to the Tikit, the Pakit seems quite boring. Sort of more ordinary...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-20-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

[/left]You mean on April Fools' Day? :)

[/left]You mean on April Fools' Day? :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-18, 03:50 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

How good of a deal $100 for the possibility of...

How good of a deal $100 for the possibility of getting a Helix is, totally depends on how you estimate the chances of the project. If you think to have good data to deduce the chances for Helix to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-05-18, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

Similar to this thread, the idea of the Helix is...

Similar to this thread, the idea of the Helix is a social process to which the biological definition of death is not applicable. Just because something is moving does not mean it's alive (could be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-12-18, 06:54 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

Except that it does not exist yet. He made a...

Except that it does not exist yet. He made a prototype for the video years ago. But has any independent party tested the bike? Has anyone tested it in its entirety? Was there a trade show where...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-19-18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

Mine does bend like that. And after contacting...

Mine does bend like that. And after contacting them they wrote me it's normal.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-18, 06:30 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,018,001
Posted By ladi

This helix bike seems to be an interesting bike...

This helix bike seems to be an interesting bike concept. I'm curious how its ride quality is going to work out. Many people seem to think that wheel size is all that counts for ride quality, I hope...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-17, 05:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,605
Posted By ladi

Care to elaborate on that? I keep hearing this...

Care to elaborate on that? I keep hearing this argument in favor of BF, but as an avid user of both companies' bikes, I seriously don't get it. As I see it, this argument only holds in regards to the...
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