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Forum: Electric Bikes
10-25-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,780
Posted By Wavshrdr

I just got my Swytch kit for a Brompton....

I just got my Swytch kit for a Brompton. Actually, I had ordered 2 kits. It came last yesterday and I ended up getting it assembled and charged by 2 AM. I can say it was worth the wait. While not as...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-02-07, 05:25 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 28,634
Posted By Wavshrdr

I wish more bikes had the 8spd internal hub. As...

I wish more bikes had the 8spd internal hub. As many of you know I am a big fan of them as I went with the 8R25 Shimano on my Swift. I have to admit though that the 6spd. setup on my boss' bike works...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-07, 09:50 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

Deore XTs parallel push. They work like a champ...

Deore XTs parallel push. They work like a champ and no issues with clearance.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-07, 09:46 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 28,634
Posted By Wavshrdr

When I intially heard about the BF Tikit, I was...

When I intially heard about the BF Tikit, I was very excited. Once I finally saw it, it was so ugly I couldn't believe it. While I am not the world's biggest Brompton fan (see my previous posts) I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-22-07, 07:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,351
Posted By Wavshrdr

I've had no issues with my Swift and the Nexus...

I've had no issues with my Swift and the Nexus 8R25. Honestly I have never ever had to even adjust it yet. Maybe the frame fold is the secret here. While BF makes good bikes, I am sure at times they...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-20-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,702
Posted By Wavshrdr

I have one and a few other parts. I also have a...

I have one and a few other parts. I also have a titanium one if you want to go wild. PM me off-list.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-07, 11:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 638
Posted By Wavshrdr

Glad to see you are still alive. I tried calling...

Glad to see you are still alive. I tried calling you a while ago. Good to see you got that job you wanted. Still have your 20?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-07, 07:56 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

Even though this thread isn't 100% folder...

Even though this thread isn't 100% folder content, it has been interesting. As for Japan I've been there several times. The criminals do have guns but in general the cultural aspect of Japan is what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-07, 06:57 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

Ignorance is bliss that is all I can say. You...

Ignorance is bliss that is all I can say. You can't compare airport security (there is an oxymoron) with normal life. This is closer to a police state with an incredible high number of security...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-07, 12:55 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

LarryCo- Welcome to the best kept secret in...

LarryCo- Welcome to the best kept secret in folderdom! We keep trying to spread the word and glad you enjoy it. My Swift is hands down the best folder I've owned. As I have said before "The Swift is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-07, 12:51 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,279
Posted By Wavshrdr

In general I agree with you. On the flip side, if...

In general I agree with you. On the flip side, if this is ultimately the only thing you have to complain about then it isn't much. Look on the bright side, it seems like your bike was promptly...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-07, 12:46 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

The governments (almost all) like to control...

The governments (almost all) like to control everything else about our lives, won't procreation be next? As for free medical care, I don't know of an major city that doesn't have a hospital that will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-07, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 692
Posted By Wavshrdr

To answer your questions in reverse order: ...

To answer your questions in reverse order:

Few bicycles have adjustable preload on the forks uless you go with ultra expensive forks. You could try taking out the stock springs and add a shim or...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-07, 09:47 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

My point is I would prefer to decide what to do...

My point is I would prefer to decide what to do with my money than the government! As for medical insurance, I've had the chance to experience medical care where it is "free" (many places in Europe)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-07-07, 08:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

I saw quite a few homeless people in Europe. I...

I saw quite a few homeless people in Europe. I want to state categorically that I am not saying the US is necessarily better than Europe per se. I do think that Europe has travelled down a path that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-06-07, 09:56 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

We all at least seem to agree on folders so there...

We all at least seem to agree on folders so there is common ground. I don't expect people to understand or fully appreciate rights that they have never had. I know it is hard for people in more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-05-07, 08:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,919
Posted By Wavshrdr

I'll see if I still have the photos of the DT FS...

I'll see if I still have the photos of the DT FS with the motor. I had a hard drive die and some of my less important photos weren't backed up. This might be one of them but I'll check in the next...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 10:50 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

Not to veer too far off in gun land, I've been in...

Not to veer too far off in gun land, I've been in areas during a major disaster. One big problem I found is that what (if any civility) that is left in man, quickly evaporates. I have seen a young...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 10:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By Wavshrdr

Another issue for you weight weenies is they...

Another issue for you weight weenies is they usually are HEAVY!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 10:34 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

I wasn't much into bicycle racing but I was very...

I wasn't much into bicycle racing but I was very actively involved in a wide variety of motorsport competition while racing motorcycles, cars, trucks and buggies. I was really heavily into the sport....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 12:58 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

Promenades are easiest to mount the power grips...

Promenades are easiest to mount the power grips too. I have a wide foot and the AR-2 upturn at the end bothered my feet.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 12:55 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,421
Posted By Wavshrdr

There aren't a huge number of folding bike shops...

There aren't a huge number of folding bike shops where I live. Basically there is Calhoun Cycles which is more into 'bents. If you want something other than a Brompton or a Dahon (starting last year...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-07, 12:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

@juan162 - actually my choice would be a drum...

@juan162 - actually my choice would be a drum brake for basically one reason, rim wear. I love disk brakes but on a folder they are easy to bend when handling the bike. I also like that drum(or band)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-07, 05:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

I forgot some GREAT reasons for an internal hub...

I forgot some GREAT reasons for an internal hub on a folder, no derailleur hanger to get bumped and bent and less chan gunk on my legs. My first 2 DT's with derailleurs had their hangers bent in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-01-07, 11:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

For me there is one MAJOR reason for the 8R25...

For me there is one MAJOR reason for the 8R25 (red label), well maybe two. It has very high efficiency and it shifts like a hot knife through butter. Hands down there is not a nice shifting internal...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-01-07, 12:12 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,279
Posted By Wavshrdr

I'm sure you will enjoy it. I haven't found...

I'm sure you will enjoy it. I haven't found anyone who has tried mine who didn't like it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-01-07, 12:11 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

When I go riding with a club and they all want to...

When I go riding with a club and they all want to ride their wannabe racebikes. So I keep one wannabe racebike just for these purposes and since they frown on recumbents on these rides. Then it goes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 11:43 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,767
Posted By Wavshrdr

You are really limiting your options. At one...

You are really limiting your options. At one point I was drinking the Kool-Aid too. :)

There isn't a Dahon made that I'd trade my Swift for. No offense to Dahon, but the Swift is the first folder...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 11:35 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,279
Posted By Wavshrdr

It all comes down to a function of wheel travel...

It all comes down to a function of wheel travel and how close the pivot point of the frame is to the front chainring. Not to get everyone all worked up here because it isn't as much of an issue on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 11:29 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

The weight you listed is for the 8R20, the NON...

The weight you listed is for the 8R20, the NON redlabel version. The 8R25 is the redlabe high efficiency hub that weighs 200 grams less. To a weight weenie that is a huge difference. Go here to see...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 07:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

First I've never been a fan of any Nexus other...

First I've never been a fan of any Nexus other than the 8speed ones. They are far more efficient than the other Nexus models and the 8R25 (red label) is the most efficient. Last I read they better...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 01:49 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,279
Posted By Wavshrdr

There isn't that much wheel travel but you could...

There isn't that much wheel travel but you could try it without. The closer the frame pivot point to the bottom bracket, the less the needed chain length will fluctuate. You could go with a cheap...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 01:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,127
Posted By Wavshrdr

Don't forget you also need a longer chain with a...

Don't forget you also need a longer chain with a derailleur too. Those links aren't light weight. You also have shorter spokes on an internal hub and it tends to be a very strong hub as well. Also...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-28-07, 01:24 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

The Power Grip straps are to be used instead of...

The Power Grip straps are to be used instead of clipless pedals. I went with the XL sized ones.
I had several different logos done up. I had an Olde English script done but it was too elaborate and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-07, 12:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,219
Posted By Wavshrdr

If anyone considers adding the Ti parts from a...

If anyone considers adding the Ti parts from a Brompton, I have a brand new Ti fork and rear triangle.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-07, 10:45 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,279
Posted By Wavshrdr

I don't totally agree with this. My Shimano Nexus...

I don't totally agree with this. My Shimano Nexus shifts better than the vast majority of derailleurs I've used. It shifts very quickly and postively. More importantly it stays much cleaner on a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-07, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

I have written extensively about it in some of...

I have written extensively about it in some of this Swift thread. I think I was one of the first ones to go with the Shimano Nexus 8 spd high efficiency hub. It has been a great hub. I've had the SA...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-07, 11:32 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,848
Posted By Wavshrdr

If you are seriously considering a Brompton and...

If you are seriously considering a Brompton and you are a big person (190lbs and up), realize the stock brakes are terrible! Worst brakes on any folding bike I've ever ridden or owned. Even the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-07, 10:42 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

I have a double chainring up front. So far no...

I have a double chainring up front. So far no normal tensioner has worked. The gear range of the internal hub on it is own is over 300%. I have a pretty wide gear range as is. I haven't found the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-07, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

I have the 20x2.0 Big Apples. As far as I know, I...

I have the 20x2.0 Big Apples. As far as I know, I was the first one to mount them on a Swift. I was told by Peter and everyone I asked that they hadn't tried them and didn't think they would fit....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-07, 11:30 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 938,506
Posted By Wavshrdr

Weight of the Swift depends on how you spec it...

Weight of the Swift depends on how you spec it out. Mine is about 30lbs but I have most everything on it. I have a rack, Brooks saddle, Thudbuster seatpost, internal hub, fenders, cyclometer, Big...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-07, 09:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,767
Posted By Wavshrdr

Try the Schwalbe Marathon Racers. I had a lot of...

Try the Schwalbe Marathon Racers. I had a lot of flats on my Selvios in that tiny size on the SpeedPro. Again if you are a big person or ride in areas that you are more likely to get flats, you might...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-23-07, 11:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,344
Posted By Wavshrdr

I love this comment from a week ago "Thanks for...

I love this comment from a week ago
"Thanks for dropping by, we are hours away from uploading our long-awaited website. Please come by later...
The GoBike Web Team (Feb. 16, '07)"

What a joke....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 06:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,022
Posted By Wavshrdr

I hate to say it but yes; either that or the...

I hate to say it but yes; either that or the Merc. I do have to give props though to the Downtube Mini though. I like it a lot more to actually ride than the Brompton. 8 useful gears, great breaks...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 04:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By Wavshrdr

I know the feeling. Worst for me was when I...

I know the feeling. Worst for me was when I ordered my Swift. From the time I actually placed the order until the bike was in my hands was 6 weeks. It was terrible to wait that long as I had ordered...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 04:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,767
Posted By Wavshrdr

I had the version of the Speed Pro before the...

I had the version of the Speed Pro before the came out with Speed Pro TT. One of my happiest bike days was when I bought. Another happy day was when I sold it. I grew to hate the front suspension hub...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 03:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,022
Posted By Wavshrdr

If you want a smaller fold, you pretty much need...

If you want a smaller fold, you pretty much need to go to 16" wheels. I too was surprised at how big my first 20" folder was especially since I had an adjustable handlebar stem and needed the bars...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By Wavshrdr

No offense but it wasn't one of Dahon's best...

No offense but it wasn't one of Dahon's best sellers. It could have used a wider gear range with smaller gaps between the gears. It doesn't have a very tiny fold either but should be good for what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-07, 03:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,258
Posted By Wavshrdr

I can tell you that I wouldn't mind having a...

I can tell you that I wouldn't mind having a motor on my folder at time. If I ride to work I have about a 4-5 mile long climb that seems to never end. I have to deal with buses passing me spewing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-16-07, 01:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,869
Posted By Wavshrdr

One guy made a Ti Brompton. I think it was about...

One guy made a Ti Brompton. I think it was about $5k or so. It was FULL Ti not just the forks and rear triangle like Brompton offers.
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