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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-24, 11:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 285
Posted By Ron Damon

The other issue with that design is the...

The other issue with that design is the difficulty, if not impossibility of pedalling off the saddle. Don't forget, back then pedalling off the saddle was not yet obsolete.
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 20
Posted By Ron Damon

Cycling Shikoku

What do we think about touring Japan's Shikoku in general and of this circuit around the island in particular? What would be the best months to tackle it?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,366
Posted By Ron Damon

Hi...no, it's gone nowhere as it's a...

Hi...no, it's gone nowhere as it's a build-in-progress. My builds tend to languish incomplete for many months. It's not far from completion though as all it needs is to install the brake calipers,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-24, 02:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 359
Posted By Ron Damon

Don't know, sorry.

Don't know, sorry.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 359
Posted By Ron Damon

You don't have to look hard. In fact, you don't...

You don't have to look hard. In fact, you don't have to look at all. Here's a 41cm long, banana shape Litepro job. It sells for under $40, and it doesn't have to be replaced every two years at a cost...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 359
Posted By Ron Damon

FnHon handleposts are good too.

FnHon handleposts are good too.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,993
Posted By Ron Damon

Yeah...I priced shipping one to Nassau county...

Yeah...I priced shipping one to Nassau county with DHL and it was just as much. It'd be a neat business to sell and ship complete build kits. Maybe I'll bring one in a suitcase next time...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 285
Posted By Ron Damon

The Shimano Bicycle Museum...

The Shimano Bicycle Museum (https://maps.app.goo.gl/xdhzXRwsEGHArvJh9) is located in Sakai, an easy 45-minute metro/train ride from Osaka in Japan. The museum is situated in modern, spotless and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 285
Posted By Ron Damon

Folders & small wheelers at the Shimano museum

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1481/img_20240608_122035_99c534bc1a3ebfdbaa55701977184acf21bb3c45.jpg
The first folder
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 944
Posted By Ron Damon

I haven't lest I be accused of child abuse.

I haven't lest I be accused of child abuse.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-06-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,993
Posted By Ron Damon

Many 406 frames take more than 2.0" wide tires....

Many 406 frames take more than 2.0" wide tires. For example, an FnHon Storm takes 2.30" (real, measured rather than nominal) meat 🍖
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-06-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,993
Posted By Ron Damon

Would I tour on 349 wheels? No. For one, they'll...

Would I tour on 349 wheels? No. For one, they'll make for a harsher ride due to the narrow width, short profile and high pressure of the 37mm max tire width. Comfort, day in and day out is key in...
Forum: Touring
06-06-24, 05:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,059
Posted By Ron Damon

I've not been let down and only well served by...

I've not been let down and only well served by these 20/28 spoke 16" (ETRTO305) wheels across three tours plus everyday use. Equivalent in terms of spoke density to a 40/56 spoke ETRTO622 rim wheel,...
Forum: Touring
06-06-24, 04:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 215
Posted By Ron Damon

Fyi, I've lived, worked and traveled extensively...

Fyi, I've lived, worked and traveled extensively in Asia, including with a bicycle and a big bike box. Never have I had any problems or asked to pay extra. Things here are not generally as they are...
Forum: Touring
06-05-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 215
Posted By Ron Damon

I did exactly that about three weeks ago, flying...

I did exactly that about three weeks ago, flying China Southern from Busan to Bali via Shanghai (terrible new airport*, btw). This is what I handed over -- no questions asked, no eyebrows raised, no...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-24, 02:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

FYI, CST sells this same tire under the model...

FYI, CST sells this same tire under the model name Sensamo Firenze too.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-24, 02:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

I like NHK, yes, but I understand their cycling...

I like NHK, yes, but I understand their cycling show is staged rather than impromptu. One the best things I've seen on NHK is a rendition of Astor Piazzolla's Libertango accompanied with Japanese...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 11:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

Ok. 200 miles lifespan is unacceptable. On the...

Ok. 200 miles lifespan is unacceptable. On the other hand, the tire sells for under $8 here so one cannot ask too much, but certainly one can expect more than 200 miles from a $8 tire.
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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

The bit about the Dahon K3 is in relation to a...

The bit about the Dahon K3 is in relation to a channel member saying that it was very popular in Japan. I haven't seen a single specimen in one of Japan's largest cities, but I did see a Dash.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 829
Posted By Ron Damon

FWIW, that's an old wheelset from when Litepro...

FWIW, that's an old wheelset from when Litepro still flew under the Crius banner.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

Was this it? ...

Was this it?

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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,726
Posted By Ron Damon

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉
Forum: Touring
06-04-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,175
Posted By Ron Damon

I too owned a Dahon (Dash and Dash Altena) once,...

I too owned a Dahon (Dash and Dash Altena) once, but I don't think they make any compelling bikes anymore, plus the ones that they do make are nearly impossible to find.

I like the Tyrell IVE and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 12:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,821
Posted By Ron Damon

Excellent job. You have the patience of a saint....

Excellent job. You have the patience of a saint. My only nit-pick is the length of that cabling in front of the handlebar. If you install a rack or bag on the front block, it's gonna interfere. Plus...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 420
Posted By Ron Damon

I own a pair of VeeTire Speedsters 37-451, but...

I own a pair of VeeTire Speedsters 37-451, but haven't used them. Why not give them a try?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 850
Posted By Ron Damon

The other innovation that aids in chain...

The other innovation that aids in chain retention, slap and tension is the RD clutch mechanism.
Forum: Touring
06-03-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,175
Posted By Ron Damon

The range is 23-76 gear-inches. Wider tires...

The range is 23-76 gear-inches.

Wider tires is one advantage. Much lower price; no exotic, expensive proprietary parts; lower weight; wider gear range; and a modem, derailleur drivetrain are...
Forum: Touring
06-02-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,175
Posted By Ron Damon

Both wheels firmly on. 50-305

Both wheels firmly on.
50-305
Forum: Touring
06-02-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,175
Posted By Ron Damon

Like this? ...

Like this?

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...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-02-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 850
Posted By Ron Damon

With the weight loss from no FD, FD shifter, FD...

With the weight loss from no FD, FD shifter, FD cabling and one less chainring, the lightweight, KISS crowd will opt for 1x.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-02-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 850
Posted By Ron Damon

Dahon could start by making their vapor-products...

Dahon could start by making their vapor-products available for purchase. If the business model actually requires actual sales of actual bikes, that is.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-02-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,132
Posted By Ron Damon

Aye. Those prices have made me a bit of a frame...

Aye. Those prices have made me a bit of a frame hoarder. I've got six FnHon frames squirreled away.
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-24, 12:49 AM
Replies: 5,469
Views: 3,924,206
Posted By Ron Damon

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240211_131546_9ecc0d902c9fedda9653490f10e8206b4fbe8870.jpg
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Forum: Commuting
06-01-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,258
Posted By Ron Damon

I live in Indonesia, the tropical country par...

I live in Indonesia, the tropical country par excellence. I know year-round heat, humidity, sun and sweat. My advice to you is to look into your diet, as the strength and persistence of the aroma,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 311
Posted By Ron Damon

Sorry, folks, no experience with Novatech hubs.

Sorry, folks, no experience with Novatech hubs.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 487
Posted By Ron Damon

Come tour in Asia-Pacific, DG. No worries, no...

Come tour in Asia-Pacific, DG. No worries, no threats, no spent cartridges, no drug zombies.
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,539
Posted By Ron Damon

Logistics

Lodging
I overnighted at hotels throughout my tour, paying on average KRW50,000 or about $40 per night. This usually includes a basic breakfast of cereal, coffee, eggs, bread & jam and fruit. In a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 575
Posted By Ron Damon

Way, way too short. Plug the bolt/plug that...

Way, way too short. Plug the bolt/plug that threads on the inside of the spline may not reach the threads.

MTB BB shell width: 73mm
Road BB shell width: 68mm
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 950
Posted By Ron Damon

I don't know the nature of your mistakes and...

I don't know the nature of your mistakes and mishaps, but my own approach is that the rubber only hits the road when the rubber hits the road. The pressure gauge may say one thing, but the feel of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,143
Posted By Ron Damon

Awesome. You'll need a press fit tool to install...

Awesome. You'll need a press fit tool to install it or at least a rubber mallet, as the bearing cartridge cups, top and bottom, are pressed onto the headtube....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,541
Posted By Ron Damon

Those Litepro stem extenders clamp to the...

Those Litepro stem extenders clamp to the thicker, wider 25.4mm section of the handlebar. They are about 3" center to center.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 02:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,143
Posted By Ron Damon

Sorry, I don't have a link as I live in...

Sorry, I don't have a link as I live in Indonesia. It's these 44mm jobs:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,143
Posted By Ron Damon

That's right. The silver ring on the upper right...

That's right. The silver ring on the upper right goes on the fork steerer and sits flush against lower bearing cartridge on the lower head tube. The silver ring on the left is sandwiched between the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,234
Posted By Ron Damon

In 2018, I bought this FSIR Spin 3 on sale in...

In 2018, I bought this FSIR Spin 3 on sale in Singapore for $210. Since then I've used its 16" (305) wheels for everyday use, on one domestic and two international tours across two bikes.
...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 684
Posted By Ron Damon

"Burgos sólo tiene dos estaciones, la de...

"Burgos sólo tiene dos estaciones, la de autobuses e invierno."
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,143
Posted By Ron Damon

It's the headset crown, the piece in the image...

It's the headset crown, the piece in the image below. It's one of seven individual parts in a standard folding bike headset, a $4 part (the entire headset) in my locality.
...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 01:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 262
Posted By Ron Damon

I did exactly that, moving from city to city,...

I did exactly that, moving from city to city, this past month in South Korea. I carried my soft cover with me throughout. Then I simply rode to the airport, folded the bike, packed it inside the...
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,539
Posted By Ron Damon

Hello Waddo, thanks for checking in. I admire...

Hello Waddo, thanks for checking in. I admire your work, and hope to tour Japan soon. You're right, Japan and South Korea are close geographically and well connected. On my next tour, I'd like to...
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,361
Posted By Ron Damon

The issue is not whether a phone uses more energy...

The issue is not whether a phone uses more energy than a standalone Kindle. It does. The question is whether the energy that it uses is acceptable. Who cares is a Kindle lasts two week? I don't. Your...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,897
Posted By Ron Damon

"Super triggered", "Full Blown Temper Tantrum",...

"Super triggered", "Full Blown Temper Tantrum", yeah...ok, bro. You keep telling yourself that.

I start and update some threads as repositories, for record keeping and for myself, not necessarily...
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