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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 593
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Narrow/Wide Chainring has eliminated any chain...

Narrow/Wide Chainring has eliminated any chain drop, even with my setup.
My local MUP has a LOT of tree roots pushing through and imperfections... not a single drop

Older hons had the double...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 21,014
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Not to worry! If you've waited this long, your...

Not to worry!
If you've waited this long, your frame is probably already broken!
(and not supported)

Problem solved!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 310
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

As I learned recently here on BF: Hair net over...

As I learned recently here on BF:
Hair net over the helmet
Air goes through, bugs (generally) don't
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 277
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I avoid internal cables if possible

I avoid internal cables if possible
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 775
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

The seat flips for a smaller fold, that's neat! ...

The seat flips for a smaller fold, that's neat!
Will it flip when hitting a bump causing a painful problem?

I need a MUCH closer look at the folding mechanisms AND a test ride.
Granted, it LOOKS...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 776
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I overlooked this. HELL YEAH!!!! [internet...

I overlooked this.

HELL YEAH!!!!
[internet HIGHEST of Fives]

Don't be angry at yourself for minor mistakes.
Do celebrate your victories.
(seriously)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 658
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Don't let VeggieTales chafe ya. He's part of...

Don't let VeggieTales chafe ya.
He's part of the Mysery Brigade(TM) here on BF and is never EVER happy.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Yes, that's my point. I'll take a few...

Yes, that's my point.

I'll take a few seconds to slow down go around instead of a few minutes getting back up or a few years in court.

It's not about being legally correct, it's the path of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 776
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Now you have an indestructible/immortal rear...

Now you have an indestructible/immortal rear wheel.

Small problems.

If I had a dollar for every delay.... I'd have yet ANOTHER bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,917
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Friction Thumb Shifters and Cable Disk Brakes. ...

Friction Thumb Shifters and Cable Disk Brakes.

(come at me bro)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 776
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Do not confuse idiocy with inexperience. So you...

Do not confuse idiocy with inexperience.
So you didn't know everything. Not the end of the world.
And it sounds like you had the right idea, just insufficient equipment.

I have a long list of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 443
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Do you need the spacers for crankarm/chainstay...

Do you need the spacers for crankarm/chainstay clearance?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 658
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

It's fine. How you feel is the final test for...

It's fine. How you feel is the final test for fitting.

I typically down size my frame. Whatever the manufacturer suggests, and go one lower.

Human proportions have variance.

Enjoy the bike!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1,519
Views: 452,485
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Alaska?

Alaska?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 402
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Kitchen sink included? Me reading your...

Kitchen sink included?

Me reading your equipment list: Mmmm hmmm mmm hmm mmm hmmm.....

"Drone, Battery bank, cables"
7 year old me: KOOOOOOOOoooollll!!!!!!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 122
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

There is a sticky post for Craigslist posts: ...

There is a sticky post for Craigslist posts:

https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/277091-best-craigslist-56.html
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Speaking of stupid posts: MUP's are a...

Speaking of stupid posts:

MUP's are a compromise.
Making the best solution with the resources at hand.

I suggest that you stay on the road.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

You'll be ok. Try not to jump out in front...

You'll be ok.

Try not to jump out in front of me.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

um.... k

um....
k
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 833
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Good news, you're not dead Bad news, you were...

Good news, you're not dead
Bad news, you were very VERY close to having a life altering or ending injury.

You get the "Brush with Death" patch.

take the healing and physical therapy seriously...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm not interested in the written law. I'm...

I'm not interested in the written law.
I'm interested in the laws of physics.

1. If I hit something of similar or greater mass (includes even small peds), it hurts like hell.
2. People on MUP's...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Accident on MUP, you are financially liable. ...

Accident on MUP, you are financially liable.

Accident on the road, dead.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,571
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the...

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the biker's fault.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,519
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm sure that's what it is.... I always...

I'm sure that's what it is....

I always wondered what a Bike Incel would look like.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,519
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Yes I'm serious, and stop calling me Shirley! ...

Yes I'm serious, and stop calling me Shirley!



Ya know when you've one-up'd someone when they're super triggered and throw a Full Blown Temper Tantrum....
Poor thing just HAS to have the last...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 298
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Those older dahons more flexible? I've never...

Those older dahons more flexible?
I've never used one
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,519
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Update.... I had a similar derailleur...

Update....
I had a similar derailleur collecting dust so I decided to shorten it even shorter to see if I could get more clearance, Clarence.
And now I have 2.5" ground clearance (on gears 3 and 4)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,351
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Fatbikes
05-26-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 544
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Agreed, Giant doesn't impress me. Most models...

Agreed, Giant doesn't impress me.
Most models don't.

I need a small frame (good luck) and through axles and want a normal bottom bracket and a color selection that doesn't look like an acid trip...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,092
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

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https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/350x263/both_83547b22a9b7f585ae1641d8d7de08717f255efd.gif
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-25-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 855
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

For electricity cost, assuming worst case...

For electricity cost, assuming worst case scenario: 1KWH battery charging with a 50% efficient charger in the highest priced state (Hawaii at .30 per KWH) it's cost the hotel a whopping $1.20 for 2...
Forum: Fatbikes
05-25-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 544
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Kinda. Higher end has the possibility of higher...

Kinda. Higher end has the possibility of higher tolerance fittings making press fit less likely to creak

Some company thought press fit was a good idea, other companies went "me too", users hated...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-25-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,351
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Dude, those tires! 2.5"?

Dude, those tires!
2.5"?
Forum: Fatbikes
05-25-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 544
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Pressed bottom brackets have a habit of creaking....

Pressed bottom brackets have a habit of creaking.
It was a stupid technology meant to make manufacturing cheaper and put the burden of problem on the owner.

I'll only purchase a standard threaded...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,842
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Garmin specializes in GPS They got their start...

Garmin specializes in GPS
They got their start in making airplane avionics, and certified for use in commercial aircraft
I think they know what they are doing.

Apple relies on cell phone towers...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 748
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1182x1355/breaker_06c00e9e8d1fb1447101f822cd753421242b8c2b.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,369
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

HA! Did the same thing with a Dahon. Works tho.

HA! Did the same thing with a Dahon.
Works tho.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,436
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

in the NE, yeah. In the NW.... Weed and...

in the NE, yeah.

In the NW.... Weed and associated products goes along way....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-21-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 467
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

"We increased our prices by 46%"

"We increased our prices by 46%"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 11:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,436
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

When the mech saves you a BUNCH of time, tip...

When the mech saves you a BUNCH of time, tip them.
$5 minimum.
I consider my time very valuable (at least $100/hr), so if you save me an hour, you're getting a percentage. (min 20%)
There's also a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-21-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,369
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I think your inseam shouldn't be a problem. At...

I think your inseam shouldn't be a problem.
At 160, flex problems will be greatly reduced.

The stem clamp:
Yeah, it's a weak point compromise to help the quick fold.
I once cut off the clamp...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 634
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/945x489/narrowwide_b94d3588e2c04fec0fc55ed543f79e3d09e6a7f8.jpg

As stated above (thanks Milhousej!) chain ring that is thicker and thinner to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 12:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 634
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

12 speed is where more specialized (pun not...

12 speed is where more specialized (pun not intended) equipment is more likely to be required.

What is the free wheel?
HG (up to 11 speed), Microspline (12 speed), SRAM (whatever it's called) 12...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,369
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I actually have a folder with a telescoping seat...

I actually have a folder with a telescoping seat post. (although I am not tall)
Folders are inherently more flexy, and longer seatpost and handlebar stems will also increase the flexy.
Generally...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,730
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Garbage frames and trash welds. Run away......

Garbage frames and trash welds.

Run away... run FAR away....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 12:44 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,730
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Bought from Bikes Direct once so... yeah.

Bought from Bikes Direct once so... yeah.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-19-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,519
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Ya had me until you went "BOFF SIDES" Now I...

Ya had me until you went "BOFF SIDES"
Now I can't take you seriously.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,021
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Made ya speechless! Let's see if you stay...

Made ya speechless!

Let's see if you stay that way....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,021
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

That derailleur is really close to the ground. ...

That derailleur is really close to the ground.
It's gonna catch and break.... and it looks stupid.

Why don't you take a few minutes and calculate a mod for it so it's not so dangerous!
Minor...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-24, 11:53 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,519
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Drill, dremel, file, sharpie to color in the...

Drill, dremel, file, sharpie to color in the exposed metal and to cover up a filing mistake.
Most RD's don't have enough metal higher up to make a new hole.



Eh, wanted to see if it would...
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