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Forum: Folding Bikes
08-03-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for the suggestion! Is that Manny's in...

Thanks for the suggestion! Is that Manny's in Compton that you're referring to?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-03-17, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

Anyone know where I can get a 20 inch wheel built...

Anyone know where I can get a 20 inch wheel built with a Shimano Nexus 7 or 8 speed internal hub? I've searched eBay to no avail. I recall seeing a UK company in the past on the internet a few years...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for the info! If I do go the route of...

Thanks for the info! If I do go the route of ridding myself of the Neos, then it will be with a Shimano Nexus 7 or 8 spd internal hub. IMO, internal hubs are the best route for urban commuting.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-17, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

Not sure of exact mileage as I haven't kept track...

Not sure of exact mileage as I haven't kept track consistently over the past 7-8 yrs. I estimate I've put 3000 to 4000 miles on it over the past 3-4 yrs.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-17, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

At one point, perhaps when it was new, the Neos...

At one point, perhaps when it was new, the Neos on my Mu P8 worked flawlessly...I just don't remember when that was. I've never been able to find a mech that can get it to shift like it did out of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-17, 12:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,038
Posted By djgonzo007

Issues w/ Dahon Neos 2.0 Derailleur

I have a 2009 Dahon MuP8 (had it since new :thumb:) and recently took it into Performance Bike in Pasadena, CA to have new brake and shifter cables/housings installed (old shifter cable blew through...
Forum: Southern California
07-08-14, 11:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,442
Posted By djgonzo007

Agreed. There are about 3-4 different routes up...

Agreed. There are about 3-4 different routes up to Sacred Heart, I forget the names of the roads but one of them is like a wall! Another plus is that there is generally little traffic along the roads...
Forum: Southern California
06-16-12, 02:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 892
Posted By djgonzo007

Looks fun!

Looks fun!
Forum: Southern California
06-16-12, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for the suggestions. Due to proximity,...

Thanks for the suggestions. Due to proximity, I'll give Velo Pasadena a shot. Just had a not so satisfactory experience with an LBS that "rebuilt" my right hand '07 Campy Centaur shifter. Despite the...
Forum: Southern California
06-15-12, 11:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By djgonzo007

Campy mechanic in Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley

Looking for a mech/shop that is very proficient with Campy in Pasadena and/or the San Gabriel Valley.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-12, 10:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,207
Posted By djgonzo007

I have been riding a pair of Canari "Evolution"...

I have been riding a pair of Canari "Evolution" bibs with the "King" chamois for the last two years and they probably have about 2000 miles on them. Until recently I loved these bibs. The fabric...
Forum: Southern California
08-15-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,980
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for all of the responses! Now that we are...

Thanks for all of the responses! Now that we are completely unpacked and settled in, I'll be going for my first ride tomorrow morning. I'll be feeling a bit rusty as its been two weeks since I've...
Forum: Southern California
08-15-11, 09:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,980
Posted By djgonzo007

Awesome, thanks!

Awesome, thanks!
Forum: Southern California
08-13-11, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,980
Posted By djgonzo007

Just moved to South Pasadena...looking for bike routes

Just moved here from La Jolla, CA and am in need of some good bike routes for commuting and fun rides. Aside from commuting back and forth to USC by bike, I'd like to learn some nice 20-30 mile...
Forum: Southern California
05-05-11, 01:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 311
Posted By djgonzo007

BMX Shop in San Diego

Looking for a BMX or similar shop that specializes in building 20 inch wheels. I'd like to rebuild the rear wheel on my Dahon Mu P8 folder.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-10, 11:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,378
Posted By djgonzo007

I don't but I have thought about it. Mostly I use...

I don't but I have thought about it. Mostly I use my folder for shorter rides and would prefer not to lug around an extra pair of shoes.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-26-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,233
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for the review! I own an Mu P8 and have...

Thanks for the review! I own an Mu P8 and have been ecstatic about its performance, looks, and quality. Funny you mention riding with no hands as I am unable to do this with my Mu but can do so quite...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-22-10, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 704
Posted By djgonzo007

Awesome! Thanks for the pic!

Awesome! Thanks for the pic!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-22-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By djgonzo007

What a beaut! Congrats!

What a beaut! Congrats!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-10, 12:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By djgonzo007

Is the bike on the video a 20 inch? Looks like it.

Is the bike on the video a 20 inch? Looks like it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-10, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,328
Posted By djgonzo007

Ditto on Dahon or Downtube models for your price...

Ditto on Dahon or Downtube models for your price range. I'd definitely go with 20 inch wheeled folder. Unless you're in a rush I would suggest checking craigslist which is where I purchased my first...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-10, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 982
Posted By djgonzo007

The mobility and flexibility folders present is...

The mobility and flexibility folders present is awesome. I have an MuP8 as well and I use it to commute to work (9 miles one way) and school (about 1.5 miles from door step to classroom). I take my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By djgonzo007

I have noticed folders becoming more popular on...

I have noticed folders becoming more popular on campus over the last year or so. I have seen 2-3 Dahons, 1 KHS, and a few others that I have been unable to identify. As I ride through campus many...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-10, 11:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By djgonzo007

Awesome idea, I have thought about getting my...

Awesome idea, I have thought about getting my daughter a folder for her next bike! She's seven and has just about out grown her 16 inch Barbie bike we purchased at Costco a few years ago. If it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-10, 10:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By djgonzo007

So to wrap this all up...I took the wheel to a...

So to wrap this all up...I took the wheel to a "preferred" Dahon dealer. He actually knows the mechanic that looked at my wheel and said there is nothing wrong with the wheel. He made some slight...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-14-10, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By djgonzo007

Picked up the bike from the bike shop yesterday,...

Picked up the bike from the bike shop yesterday, not the shop I purchased from which is in LA but a shop near me in San Diego, the mechanic says he thinks the front wheel is defective since he can't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-09-10, 05:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By djgonzo007

You weren't kidding about the Kinetix wheels. I...

You weren't kidding about the Kinetix wheels. I checked the spokes the other day while cleaning the bike and found one of the front wheel spokes was very loose! Needless to say I was surprised to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-10, 12:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By djgonzo007

Thanks for the heads up!

Thanks for the heads up!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-10, 10:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By djgonzo007

09 MU P8 Purchase and Review

Reasons for switching from the Speed D7 to an MU P8:

Rather than upgrading my Speed D7 (thanks to a suggestion on these forums) I purchased an 09 MU P8. While I was really happy with my D7 I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By djgonzo007

Differences between an 08 and 09 Speed P8

What are the differences between model years 08 and 09 of a Dahon Speed P8?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-10, 09:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By djgonzo007

The MU P8 is another thought for just a little...

The MU P8 is another thought for just a little bit more. Besides design, what are the improvements of the MU frame over the Speed frame?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-10, 05:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By djgonzo007

Not a bad idea.

Not a bad idea.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-10, 12:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By djgonzo007

There are few stock options out there. Thanks for...

There are few stock options out there. Thanks for the info!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By djgonzo007

Speed D7 Wheel Upgrade

Looking for alternatives to the Kinetix Pro S. My commutes have become longer with some pretty good climbs and descents so I'd like a stronger, faster, and lighter 20 inch wheelset.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-09, 08:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 480
Posted By djgonzo007

Quick release skewers

I would like to get a set for my D7 and was wondering... if I need to get a particular kind to fit a 20 inch wheel?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-09, 01:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 25,242
Posted By djgonzo007

nice job on the bars, I may try something similar...

nice job on the bars, I may try something similar with my D7 if possible. what was the width of the bar you used?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,565
Posted By djgonzo007

Too bad you're not in the U.S.

Too bad you're not in the U.S.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,549
Posted By djgonzo007

Commuting and riding with my two young daughters....

Commuting and riding with my two young daughters. I enjoy my folder because unlike my road bike, I can simply jump on and start pedaling without changing clothes or doing anything special. It is my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-07-09, 07:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,877
Posted By djgonzo007

True, I noticed this when I switched from a...

True, I noticed this when I switched from a triple to a double on my road bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-07-09, 09:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,796
Posted By djgonzo007

:eek: I'm speechless!

:eek:

I'm speechless!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-06-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,330
Posted By djgonzo007

Dahon headset wobble solved...

Since I purchased my D7 (from private party) there has been a slight wobble seemingly coming from the headset. I searched the Dahon forums and tried the fix suggested but that didn't work so I gave...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-09, 04:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,395
Posted By djgonzo007

Higher tire pressure is going to result in a...

Higher tire pressure is going to result in a harsher ride, that's a given. I don't know how these specific tires perform on wet pavement.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-09, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,086
Posted By djgonzo007

thanks for the clarification.

thanks for the clarification.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-09, 04:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,395
Posted By djgonzo007

I hear a lot of good things about the Kojak and I...

I hear a lot of good things about the Kojak and I plan on upgrading to them soon on my D7. Biketires direct seem to have the best price.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,006
Posted By djgonzo007

Carrying an extra pair of shoes in no prob. for...

Carrying an extra pair of shoes in no prob. for me as I'll just store them in my desk. I was more wondering how the geometry/fit would be affected by using clipless road pedals.

Thanks for all the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,086
Posted By djgonzo007

Really? Any idea on what Dahon has in the works...

Really? Any idea on what Dahon has in the works as a replacement?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-09, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,654
Posted By djgonzo007

I have the same bike. Found mine on craigslist,...

I have the same bike. Found mine on craigslist, the owner had been given it as a gift from her husband and had never ridden it. It was brand new! I paid $250 for it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-09, 03:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,006
Posted By djgonzo007

clipless road pedals

Does anyone use standard clipless road pedals on their folder? I have an extra set of Look KEO pedals at home and am thinking about giving it a shot.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-09, 01:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,407
Posted By djgonzo007

I agree however my road saddle isn't comfortable...

I agree however my road saddle isn't comfortable unless I'm wearing my bibs. I think I'll need something with a bit more padding.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-09, 12:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,407
Posted By djgonzo007

Saddle choice

I need to upgrade the saddle on my D7. I'm used to road saddles and currently have a Specialized Toupe on my road bike.

My commute to work is around 7-9miles depending upon the route I choose....
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