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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-24, 04:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 724
Posted By Reddleman

There’s a sizeable market of folding bike riders...

There’s a sizeable market of folding bike riders whose needs are driven by their multimodal commutes and the limitations that places upon them. For example, most peak hour commuter trains in and out...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-24, 12:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 396
Posted By Reddleman

The solution to the issue of bike storage when...

The solution to the issue of bike storage when camping is a small tunnel tent with a large porch - our Wild Country Hoolie Compact 3 ETC comfortably fits two adults, plenty of kit, and has space in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,322
Posted By Reddleman

Having used these racks at a past employer’s bike...

Having used these racks at a past employer’s bike shed, they were a pain in the arse, and probably more so with disc brakes.

If you park at ground level it’s just a wheel-bender with limited...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-07-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 919
Posted By Reddleman

Avoid any seven speed model and stick with eight...

Avoid any seven speed model and stick with eight gears or more - they’re easier to upgrade or replace in future - so that kills off the Vybe.

The Dahon branded derailleur on the Launch is a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-11-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,616
Posted By Reddleman

I found that the Blackburn Grid series of rear...

I found that the Blackburn Grid series of rear racks were pretty good too for full-size panniers on a 20” wheeler bike, in my case for a pair of 26l Carradice canvas monsters. Blackburn seems to have...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 756
Posted By Reddleman

Not gonna lie, a Dahon Dash is very tempting…

Not gonna lie, a Dahon Dash is very tempting…
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

Supply chains are still, as they say here,...

Supply chains are still, as they say here, munted. As bikes are still very much toys to most people in the West, 11x and 12x Shimano and SRAM kit is out there still for the expensive upgrades but...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 03:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,494
Posted By Reddleman

If you’re in the UK, looking for something that...

If you’re in the UK, looking for something that behaves like your road bike but can fit in a large suitcase, have a look for an Airnimal Chameleon as it’ll probably involve minimal tinkering to meet...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 02:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,494
Posted By Reddleman

Couple of questions that might help to narrow...

Couple of questions that might help to narrow down your options:

What exactly is your maximum size for transporting the folded bike?

What range of gears are you looking for? What are the high...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,622
Posted By Reddleman

Try Pack & Send for shipping from NZ. I’ve used...

Try Pack & Send for shipping from NZ. I’ve used them for shifting bikes from the South Island to the North Island, no real dramas.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 12:01 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

Which calculator are you using John? I ended up...

Which calculator are you using John? I ended up getting some odd figures off Sheldon Brown’s calculator that weren’t replicated elsewhere when I was messing around with small wheels there.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,346
Posted By Reddleman

My understanding of Shimano hub gears is mainly...

My understanding of Shimano hub gears is mainly based on the sage commentary found on the Cycling UK forums and not my personal experience. Both Alfine options are easy enough to relubricate at home,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

Ka pai, looks like I will need to be careful of...

Ka pai, looks like I will need to be careful of that factor when shopping, as that’s a necessary feature for me.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

While browsing Alibaba for some v brake adaptors,...

While browsing Alibaba for some v brake adaptors, I saw both Fnhon Storm and Zephyr frames for sale. Has Fnhon changed their frame designs to omit the front luggage mount, or do they hide it better...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,346
Posted By Reddleman

The torque limit suggested for Alfine hubs is...

The torque limit suggested for Alfine hubs is affected by the chainset-sprocket ratio used. This limits low gears but it’s not really a problem with small wheels, as we can stay within the confines...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

Just announced by Shimano - an 8 speed low...

Just announced by Shimano - an 8 speed low profile derailleur with 11-45T cassettes, using standard hyperglide chains and cable pull.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-24, 02:08 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,622
Posted By Reddleman

Dahon NZ has reappeared recently and their...

Dahon NZ has reappeared recently and their website says they have a couple of GB-2 bikes in stock for 2000NZD each including our local sales tax. See if they’ll ship to you from Christchurch?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 02:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 609
Posted By Reddleman

I’ve not come across any references to the Neos...

I’ve not come across any references to the Neos derailleur having a different cable pull to the standard Shimano setting for 7 or 8 speeds, or requiring a particular shifter. I would give it a go as...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-27-24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,466
Posted By Reddleman

The Knog Blinder 600, 800 and 1300 front lights...

The Knog Blinder 600, 800 and 1300 front lights have the option of a GoPro mount which can be used to support the light from above without turning it upside down. I run one that way underneath a Quad...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-24, 01:41 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 7,441
Posted By Reddleman

No shade on Tern as a brand from me (my...

No shade on Tern as a brand from me (my adventures with an upgraded Link D8 are well documented in these parts) but if I was back in the UK with three grand spare today to drop on fast small wheeled...
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 04:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 899
Posted By Reddleman

Grant Petersen at Rivendell recommends Odyssey...

Grant Petersen at Rivendell recommends Odyssey Ghost brake pads or similar for use in conjunction with wider tyres, as their shorter pad length enables vee brake arms to open fully and release a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-15-24, 03:55 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,768
Posted By Reddleman

Microshift Advent, medium length derailleur ;)

Microshift Advent, medium length derailleur ;)
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-09-24, 12:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,162
Posted By Reddleman

I’ve just switched out the stock 52T Tern...

I’ve just switched out the stock 52T Tern crankset for that same Lifepro setup today, can’t say it felt much lighter in the hand than the original one did but at least it’s possible to switch the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-24, 02:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,108
Posted By Reddleman

It’s an ebike thing, they usually have invisible...

It’s an ebike thing, they usually have invisible mountings using the mudguard/fender to fix back to the seatstays.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,330
Posted By Reddleman

Can’t you get AliExpress in the USA? Even with...

Can’t you get AliExpress in the USA? Even with shipping costs factored, in there’s some well priced 16 inch wheeled bi-folds like this this...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,108
Posted By Reddleman

Have a search for a Satori ET3. ...

Have a search for a Satori ET3.
https://www.satoribike.com/product_detail/ET3/
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,946
Posted By Reddleman

Nothing there of any substance, just thought it...

Nothing there of any substance, just thought it could provide oh, hours of meaningless speculation over what it exactly means…
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,946
Posted By Reddleman

Tern are up to something off-road

For those who’ve not seen it, this announcement just dropped. Wonder what they’ve got planned for next week?

https://www.ternbicycles.com/en/join-us-next-big-adventure

Maybe the gravel bug/hype...
Forum: Touring
02-10-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,488
Posted By Reddleman

Have a look at a Tern telescopic seatpost for...

Have a look at a Tern telescopic seatpost for tall people. The top half is a standard diameter seatpost, so you can substitute in a normal suspension post for this part.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-27-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,476
Posted By Reddleman

Of course, there’s always the option of what I...

Of course, there’s always the option of what I like to call a Cheapskate Rohloff: a Shimano Nexus-7 or Alfine-8 hub, tensioner and double chainset. Range is 20”-90” with an Alfine-8 with an 16T...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-13-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 673
Posted By Reddleman

https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/bicycle-tires-an...

https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/bicycle-tires-and-inner-tubes/gaadi-inner-tube/gaadi-20-inch-inner-tube/gaadi-20-inch-inner-tire-pv/

Here you go. Inner tubes by Gaadi are like a sausage so you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-13-24, 02:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,286
Posted By Reddleman

A couple of limitations: While I’ve not yet...

A couple of limitations:

While I’ve not yet used a kickstand on a folding bike with loads on the front wheel (baskets and bar bags are fixed to the frame), the front wheel flopping around can be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-12-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,286
Posted By Reddleman

I’ve used single and double footed centre mounted...

I’ve used single and double footed centre mounted kickstands with rear panniers without much issue, for both touring and supermarket trips. Single stands are more stable on rougher ground as they...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-11-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,607
Posted By Reddleman

How accurate did you find the sizing for the...

How accurate did you find the sizing for the Silverock frame? They state that the larger option is good for 175-185cm tall riders - based on your experience, would you trust their recommendations?
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-08-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 1,519
Views: 452,336
Posted By Reddleman

As requested: Easton EA50 AX Adventure...

As requested:

Easton EA50 AX Adventure handlebar with a generic handlepost stem from AliExpress;
Tektro RL520 long travel brake levers;
Microshift Advent bar end shifter, medium cage...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-24, 03:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 855
Posted By Reddleman

Have a search on eBay for a VidaXL luggage...

Have a search on eBay for a VidaXL luggage trailer or similar.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/750x742/img_1492_0406b31c4bd694dcc0972cfa1b8412bca0776d72.jpeg

I’ve used one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1,519
Views: 452,336
Posted By Reddleman

So far, rides up to 80km including some gravel...

So far, rides up to 80km including some gravel and some shorter camping trips, as well as rides around town. It works out fine for me once I dialled in the handlebar position right. The upgrades to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-02-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 1,519
Views: 452,336
Posted By Reddleman

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1488_53e3b5f467177661eb8a26432098f3640a1e3aa4.jpeg
Out cycle camping with the rather upgraded Tern Link D8.
Forum: Touring
11-17-23, 02:27 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,348
Posted By Reddleman

Lateral stability? They’re fine. Modern folders...

Lateral stability? They’re fine. Modern folders have stiff handleposts, particularly when they’re single piece and not telescopic, and the seatposts are stiff enough to take a heavy saddlebag....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-12-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,652
Posted By Reddleman

Sorry, I had assumed that as the C8 didn’t use...

Sorry, I had assumed that as the C8 didn’t use the adjustable Andros stem on a fixed handlepost it had a telescopic handlepost instead.

Have a look on Tern’s website - they produce a lot of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-12-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,652
Posted By Reddleman

Halfords are not renowned for their aftersales...

Halfords are not renowned for their aftersales support or the quality of their mechanics, that’s all. Tern dealers in London appear to be smaller independent stores, often specialising in cargo...
Forum: Touring
11-11-23, 11:10 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,348
Posted By Reddleman

Very well. This started off life as a Tern Link...

Very well. This started off life as a Tern Link D8. Tern also make a Link D7i, which is fitted with a Shimano Nexus 7 speed hub gear rather than a 1x8 derailleur setup originally found on a Link D8....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,652
Posted By Reddleman

The main difference is that the Dahon has a...

The main difference is that the Dahon has a telescopic handlepost, while the Tern has a fixed height handlepost and an adjustable stem. The latter is lighter and stiffer but offers a more limited...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-23, 01:00 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,916
Posted By Reddleman

Have you considered Vello’s titanium framed...

Have you considered Vello’s titanium framed folders as a starting point? A reasonably tight fold for 20” wheels and a frame built for disc brakes. Apparently the steel frame is a pretty stiff ride so...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-19-23, 03:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 673
Posted By Reddleman

Consider getting a sausage-style inner tube for...

Consider getting a sausage-style inner tube for the rear to replace the current one. That way you can remove and refit it without needing to remove the wheel.

Standard bottle cages fit fine in the...
Forum: Touring
10-06-23, 01:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,671
Posted By Reddleman

Microshift XCD is their top of the range mountain...

Microshift XCD is their top of the range mountain bike groupset. XLE is the next one down. Both are compatible with Shimano mountain bike cable shifting. I wouldn’t bother spending out on replacement...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-05-23, 12:12 AM
Replies: 1,519
Views: 452,336
Posted By Reddleman

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/e96f637b_c3f2_486b_a02b_61d47964f07b_322111fbcbb6d9c95c0a804492edec54bb29c3fa.jpeg
Quick post-work trip, now that the cherry blossoms...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-07-23, 05:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 507
Posted By Reddleman

Tern Spartan front rack - opinions, experiences?

Hi all,

Just picking collective brains over any potential niggles, issues or deal-breakers that folks might have found using Tern’s Spartan low rider style front racks before I pull the trigger...
Forum: Touring
08-15-23, 05:36 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,047
Posted By Reddleman

Apples and oranges there. If you’re looking at a...

Apples and oranges there. If you’re looking at a basic Shimano Alivio 9 speed block a reasonable comparison in quality would be say Sunrace, whose 11 and 12 speed wide range blocks go for about $45...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-13-23, 04:08 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,786
Posted By Reddleman

The linear size (height plus width plus length)...

The linear size (height plus width plus length) of the Vello at 165cm is surprisingly less than a standard bi-fold 20” wheeled folder - are there other folders with matching wheel size that beat that...
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