Help me find a folding bike, please
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I have the perfect solution for your 4 block commute
Its all in good fun
Its all in good fun
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Razor makes a bunch of kick scooters for adults now, and they're fantastic. The A5, A5 Air, A6, Carbon Lux,... There's no need for a folding bike if the distance is a measly 4 blocks.
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wait guys
I understand where u coming from
BUT
you buy a decent bike for a very short commute and than having so much fun that you actually use the bike more and more.
Its not a bad idea to start slow and than making longer trips to get in shape with a real bike
thor
I understand where u coming from
BUT
you buy a decent bike for a very short commute and than having so much fun that you actually use the bike more and more.
Its not a bad idea to start slow and than making longer trips to get in shape with a real bike
thor
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These are my thoughts, too, Thor. Anybody looking for a bike to ride a few blocks to work is also thinking, "Hey, the bike is in my car, I might as well take it to that nice bike path on my day off." Buy those bikes and go for some rides!
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I'd recommend a Xootr Scooter if I thought this thread was real. I think Emmy is Mr. Pingis. Let's take a look at some of Emmy's posts:
In her first post we see that she is a college student and owns a Gazelle
In post #2 is innocent enough
Post #3 gets weird...she wants to know about Origami:
In post #4 she talks about an Origami seat cushion. Does anyone other than Paul know that Origami sells seat cushions?
Post #5 feels like Paul's normal sales pitch:
In post #6 she switches to a Crane from a Gazelle.....Gazelle, it was a Gazelle just a week before.
I really hope the admins do something about this.
Thanks,
Yan
In her first post we see that she is a college student and owns a Gazelle
In post #2 is innocent enough
Post #3 gets weird...she wants to know about Origami:
In post #4 she talks about an Origami seat cushion. Does anyone other than Paul know that Origami sells seat cushions?
Post #5 feels like Paul's normal sales pitch:
In post #6 she switches to a Crane from a Gazelle.....Gazelle, it was a Gazelle just a week before.
I really hope the admins do something about this.
Thanks,
Yan
What are you insinuating? If you are implying that I wrote these posts then your fear and paranoia are getting the best of you. I can assure you that I didn't write or dictate any of these posts and if you are an honest man you will apologize and end your unfounded attacks. Playing the bully is no way to do business in a civilized society.
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I am familiar with Pingis's posts. I would guess the above was NOT written by Pingis
Thanks
Yan
Thanks
Yan
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With some patience, one can typically find them at $500 - $550. I figured someone mentioned a single speed Brompton, so ...
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Thanks
Yan
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FWIW, I've met a few people that have problems walking but can still ride. Usually issues with feet. So it's not an outright crazy search, IMO. But 4 blocks sounds short enough that it makes sense to ask whether it's necessary in the process of being helpful.
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I'd recommend a Xootr Scooter if I thought this thread was real. I think Emmy is Mr. Pingis. Let's take a look at some of Emmy's posts:
In her first post we see that she is a college student and owns a Gazelle
In post #2 is innocent enough
Post #3 gets weird...she wants to know about Origami:
In post #4 she talks about an Origami seat cushion. Does anyone other than Paul know that Origami sells seat cushions?
Post #5 feels like Paul's normal sales pitch:
In post #6 she switches to a Crane from a Gazelle.....Gazelle, it was a Gazelle just a week before.
I really hope the admins do something about this.
Thanks,
Yan
In her first post we see that she is a college student and owns a Gazelle
In post #2 is innocent enough
Post #3 gets weird...she wants to know about Origami:
In post #4 she talks about an Origami seat cushion. Does anyone other than Paul know that Origami sells seat cushions?
Post #5 feels like Paul's normal sales pitch:
In post #6 she switches to a Crane from a Gazelle.....Gazelle, it was a Gazelle just a week before.
I really hope the admins do something about this.
Thanks,
Yan
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Yes, you should know that I only found this website 11 days ago, and that I love my bike and am trying to provide lesser-known options to other riders.
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Thank you. That is exactly what I am trying to do. I have innocent motives but it seems some people must find false alterior motives to everything, and that is sad.
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Welcome Emmy Lou32
great to have you here
Don't be discouraged by the couple strange posts. That is not the norm here at all. Usually us Industry folks keep to their own bikes with help and suggestions and not comment on other brands. Lately it got a little desperate or so it seems. But again not to worry. You will find a great community here, a little quirky at times ( in a good way ) and full of wisdom.
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Thor
great to have you here
Don't be discouraged by the couple strange posts. That is not the norm here at all. Usually us Industry folks keep to their own bikes with help and suggestions and not comment on other brands. Lately it got a little desperate or so it seems. But again not to worry. You will find a great community here, a little quirky at times ( in a good way ) and full of wisdom.
Welcome to the fold
Thor
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This showed up on the local Craigslist a while ago.
Brompton folding bike - $600 (46th/Willamette, South Eugene)
It really surprises me that it is still up there, so I can't say if it is still available. I could probably help facilitate if necessary.
Bike Fridays periodically show up in the $500 range here, but nothing cheap jumps out at me now.
Brompton folding bike - $600 (46th/Willamette, South Eugene)
It really surprises me that it is still up there, so I can't say if it is still available. I could probably help facilitate if necessary.
Bike Fridays periodically show up in the $500 range here, but nothing cheap jumps out at me now.
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Welcome Emmy Lou32
great to have you here
Don't be discouraged by the couple strange posts. That is not the norm here at all. Usually us Industry folks keep to their own bikes with help and suggestions and not comment on other brands. Lately it got a little desperate or so it seems. But again not to worry. You will find a great community here, a little quirky at times ( in a good way ) and full of wisdom.
Welcome to the fold
Thor
great to have you here
Don't be discouraged by the couple strange posts. That is not the norm here at all. Usually us Industry folks keep to their own bikes with help and suggestions and not comment on other brands. Lately it got a little desperate or so it seems. But again not to worry. You will find a great community here, a little quirky at times ( in a good way ) and full of wisdom.
Welcome to the fold
Thor
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Abu was quoting Pingis from another thread.....he also believes something fishy is going on.
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Are you claiming to be right just because someone else is wrong along with you? Sadly, two wrongs do not make a right (no matter how much you want to believe it)
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Sorry, I don't know why I am throwing my two cents in but I am doing it ANYWAY. I, being a newcomer to the forum, also found Emmylou's post to be a bit suspicious. But hey, she cleared it up, I was obviously wrong.
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But let's not get off to a bad start, if you are a folding bike enthusiast then you are in the right place and I'm sure we all look forward to receiving the benefit of even more of your biking experiences these last three years, and hearing about and perhaps even seeing photos of your exploits with your updated Origami Gazelle.
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I am happy to know that this forum has provided valuable information to many people thanks to owners sharing their experiences.
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We have had endless threads that were dedicated to a single brand or product: Xooter Swift, Dahon Curl, Vilano Midtown, Tern Joe, Helix, --and that is just on page one! This was one person providing feedback that the original poster requested!
I am happy to know that this forum has provided valuable information to many people thanks to owners sharing their experiences.
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