1st Impressions of a cheap folder: Sundeal F1
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These Sundeal bikes have pretty though powedercoat paint.
I strap my bike against the subway handrail just about everyday, after 2 months of usage with my Sundeal F2 barely find a mark on the bike frame where I use the straps.
Metal part of the toe strap usually rest against stationary object or empty space between the folded bike tubes, no worry of scratching the paint.
I strap my bike against the subway handrail just about everyday, after 2 months of usage with my Sundeal F2 barely find a mark on the bike frame where I use the straps.
Metal part of the toe strap usually rest against stationary object or empty space between the folded bike tubes, no worry of scratching the paint.
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For around, and certainly under, $150 total cost, it would be worth it just to leave one of these in the trunk of my car or underneath a desk at work and those sort of stashing situations.
I have a Sundeal V2 Mini-Velo and, for the price, I was impressed by the general quality of the componentry. It came with Tektro R350 calipers, nice tires, and a Shimano IGH that, together basically added up to the price of the entire bike.
I have a Sundeal V2 Mini-Velo and, for the price, I was impressed by the general quality of the componentry. It came with Tektro R350 calipers, nice tires, and a Shimano IGH that, together basically added up to the price of the entire bike.
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I was in Austin this past week and use some Bird/Lime scooters for the first time. TBH, they were pretty appealing...but I do like the "bullet proof" reliability of a basic bike. I also rented a "Jump Bike" which is a pedal assisted (250 watt) bike. I have kind of denigrated electric assist bikes, esp. unfair since I've never used one. All I have to say is WOW, that was a fun bike to rent and I can see how the electric assist is a big plus!
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how well do the wheels and bottom bracket seem to be lubed from the factory? i'm bidding on one tonight.
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Haven’t wanted to tackle that issue since everything is working well now...
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thanks.. i might be an owner in 27 minutes and 20 seconds!
edited... i won it for 80 bucks!
edited... i won it for 80 bucks!
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way! and i was surprised when nobody else did that last minute outbidding frenzy thing!
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heh-heh.. i liked the green one! it's for my grand daughter to use for around town and going to work, and it will replace her crappy Walmart 21 speed el cheapo so called mountain bike that is a nightmare to keep adjusted. she saw my folding bikes and "saw the light".
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heh-heh.. i liked the green one! it's for my grand daughter to use for around town and going to work, and it will replace her crappy Walmart 21 speed el cheapo so called mountain bike that is a nightmare to keep adjusted. she saw my folding bikes and "saw the light".
Something to consider, is using helicopter tape on most of the frame on this inside (the side that closes into itself). It's not a good design at all and I put a big GOUGE into mine before I did this. I love this tape, I use it on all my bikes. Really easy to apply, just cut to size/length, pull the backing off, and dunk it in soapy water. Apply and press the bubbles out. You can use isopropyl alcohol to activate the adhesive and tack it down, it'll warp around curve areas pretty easily using this technique.
https://www.amazon.com/ISC-Helicopte.../dp/B07BYM1FBP
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I threw in an $80 bid this morning. Went out to football game and came home this evening to find it sold for $93. I'm kind of relieved I didn't bid enough. I don't need another folder.
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if you have too many, buy for a family member! spread the folder love!
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I put a KMC Z51 bicycle chain on my bike and it seems to shift a bit better and is quieter. Nice addition for only $6! As I mentioned earlier, the stock chain had a very stiff link I wasn't able to fix. This new chain has ramped sides unlike the stock chain that is completely flat on the sides.
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good advice! i ordered a rust buster version of that chain this morning.
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got my bike today.. i must say it was extremely well packaged and protected in a heavy duty box. the steer tube is about 30 degrees off, but other than that, so far so good. might put a kickstand on it at some point. the plastic pedals and torture chamber saddle will be replaced with a dip into the spare parts bin... have to finish it up tomorrow. as usual. i managed to cut my thumb open and the grand kids used all the band aids (why do they put an empty band aid box back in the cabinet?) so now i have gauze and duct tape on my thumb...
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Thinking of getting an Altus rear derailleur:
https://www.amazon.com/SHIMANO-RD-M3...age&th=1&psc=1
A Tourney is just a couple bucks cheaper so figured this would be best value...
I have the stock derailleur adjusted but shifting/drivetrain isn’t as smooth as I would like.
https://www.amazon.com/SHIMANO-RD-M3...age&th=1&psc=1
A Tourney is just a couple bucks cheaper so figured this would be best value...
I have the stock derailleur adjusted but shifting/drivetrain isn’t as smooth as I would like.
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Dented cable within housing is not visible, inspecting the cable & housing is one of the crucial item to determine shifting performance.
Replacing the derailleur and using the same dented cable/housing, likely would not improve shifting performance.
Replacing the derailleur and using the same dented cable/housing, likely would not improve shifting performance.