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Forum: Touring
12-10-23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,622,871
Posted By BabyCowHK

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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A loaded Pacific Cycles Birdy Touring. Left: 2018 Japan tour. Right:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-22, 08:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,120
Posted By BabyCowHK

Great, thank you! Good to know.

Great, thank you! Good to know.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-22, 07:13 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,120
Posted By BabyCowHK

What's the you one use?

What's the you one use?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-22, 06:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,120
Posted By BabyCowHK

Ron, have you try it personally? I tried an XT...

Ron, have you try it personally? I tried an XT and Deore 2/3x shifter, they never work. Even an old X5 SRAM 3x left shifter (the old one with indicator) also won't work. The pull length on the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-22, 06:06 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

That's what I experienced in using the front rack...

That's what I experienced in using the front rack as a handle to pull the bike. Eventually, I realized that extending the Seatpost and pulling the bike in reverse on the saddle is a better way to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-25-22, 04:34 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

This is how it looks with/without the panniers....

This is how it looks with/without the panniers. The front and rear rack I use are the official Pacific Cycles racks....
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-24-22, 04:42 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

So you were right about the chain length. I...

So you were right about the chain length. I replaced the old one which was under heavy load the whole time while I was on tours. I tried 50KM with a new chain and the shifting has improved.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-22, 11:53 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

5nm according to an old official manual. New...

5nm according to an old official manual. New manual didn't include the torque specification for these two screws. There is a picture circulating among the community that says 6 to 8 nm, which isn't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-22, 05:58 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

I can't answer that one on a double chainring...

I can't answer that one on a double chainring setup. Most of the Litepro installations are single chainring setups only. So far I have not heard any damage or anything particularly bad about Litepro...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-22, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Yea, we have a saying about Shimano in our local...

Yea, we have a saying about Shimano in our local community, "Shimano is way more conservative than an old granny." My mechanic told me the GRX810 RD on my new Gravel bike can easily go up to 40T even...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-22, 11:15 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

in fact, some MTB cranksets that use center lock...

in fact, some MTB cranksets that use center lock mechanism will work with Birdy with a spider adapter. A lot of my friends are using SRAM MTB, Rotor with extended axle and eeWings MTB cranksets. They...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-22, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

I have to agree with you on the crankset and...

I have to agree with you on the crankset and testing setup. Just get two cheap chainrings and do a manual shift as I previously mentioned.

However, R8000-SS-RD is fully capable of using 34T...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-22, 10:14 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Yes, I have been using this setup for a couple of...

Yes, I have been using this setup for a couple of years without problem. Derailleur capacity is a huge consideration. Per Shimano spec I should be using a medium GS RD. I have been using a short SS...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-22, 05:41 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Sorry I made a mistake of the total capacity of...

Sorry I made a mistake of the total capacity of 28T on Saint/Zee Rd. It should be "25T".

Like I mentioned in the previous reply. Don't use Saint/Zee with a double chainring setup. The total...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-22, 12:44 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

A good catch on the chain length. The chain has...

A good catch on the chain length. The chain has been used for nearly 2000KM. Let me try replacing it and let you guys know.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-22, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Yup, I've used the Saint RD on my Touring Birdy...

Yup, I've used the Saint RD on my Touring Birdy Asian model. It's just a regular Shimano RD that can be mounted to the Birdy without any problem. What you need to consider is its capacity. It only...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-22, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

CEBEP I can't answer that one. I'm in Asia and...

CEBEP I can't answer that one. I'm in Asia and the touring models are different in Asia and Europe. When Pacific Cycles makes the bike, it has this tenancy of changing minor build configurations. So...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-22, 05:04 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Sorry that I didn't go through the whole thread,...

Sorry that I didn't go through the whole thread, so what's your crankset? It should work just fine if you have the hollow shaft type crankset with a BSA 24 BB. Taper crankset is a no go. It will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-22, 12:13 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

I am running this setup of 56/39T chainrings and...

I am running this setup of 56/39T chainrings and 11-34T cassette. 56T will definitely be fine with a 1.5cm gap between the charinring teeth and the tensioner. Foldability is also ok with this setup....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-22, 12:05 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

With the default 52T chainring, we can only go...

With the default 52T chainring, we can only go with 11-34T cassette max. It was proven with the original B3 10SP Sports model from Pacific Cycles that was on offer 6 years ago. This model has been...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-21, 03:20 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Good to know something new everyday. Thanks! ...

Good to know something new everyday. Thanks!

As for the Ti 2019. For those different things like the wheel base length and such, the drive chain system is basically the same. Same BB shell width,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-21, 02:11 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Birdy City (9SP STD) and Classic came with a...

Birdy City (9SP STD) and Classic came with a square taper crankset which is not suitable for direct double chainring upgrade. Birdy Touring, 10SP Sport, GT and Rohloff have a wider chainline is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-22-20, 09:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,060
Posted By BabyCowHK

https://www.instagram.com/foldingtouring/ ...

https://www.instagram.com/foldingtouring/

Have a quick look here for some real world folding bike touring setup. You might be able to get some better idea on what you can get.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-22-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

The Malaysian guy who said to try Taobao was...

The Malaysian guy who said to try Taobao was giving out incorrect info. He claimed that Rhine might have been producing frames for Pacific Cycles. In fact Pacific Cycles has nothing to do with Rhine...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,613
Posted By BabyCowHK

I don't think there is any compatibility issue...

I don't think there is any compatibility issue with the new RD (shadow design) from Shimano. I personally use an R8000 RD.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-20, 12:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,613
Posted By BabyCowHK

TBH, that's what we have all been complaining....

TBH, that's what we have all been complaining. The drive chain is only 105 class and the wheels aren't on premium level as you mentioned. We believe that it is because PC was expecting people to mod...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-30-20, 08:16 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,613
Posted By BabyCowHK

In fact you can consider sending them a message...

In fact you can consider sending them a message through their website's contact function. I used that twice and got Max replying my queries. Besides, my source told me Pacific did keep some new 2019...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-19, 12:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,613
Posted By BabyCowHK

There is a one new 2019 Ti Birdy available right...

There is a one new 2019 Ti Birdy available right now in HK. (Dec 04 at the time of writing)

It costs roughly below USD7200. Check it out.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Just use the original Birdy fender. It will work...

Just use the original Birdy fender. It will work without peoblem on 20"...
Forum: Touring
07-11-19, 02:22 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,622,871
Posted By BabyCowHK

The front stock suspension worked perfectly. ...

The front stock suspension worked perfectly.

Given that I have 15KG load at the back so I must replace the back suspension with a harder one. The effect is less noticeable but still working well....
Forum: Touring
07-10-19, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,622,871
Posted By BabyCowHK

Here is my setup. I used this setup for my trips...

Here is my setup. I used this setup for my trips in Malaysia, Japan and Taiwan. I kind of bringing too much...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-18, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2,423
Views: 725,629
Posted By BabyCowHK

Just out of curiosity, why not using the original...

Just out of curiosity, why not using the original fenders?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-18, 01:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

This is something I really hate to see as a...

This is something I really hate to see as a consumer. Less choices for us. What's left in the market right now? Shimano and Rohloff?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-18, 01:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

Yes! They did exactly what you mentioned. No more...

Yes! They did exactly what you mentioned. No more over/under/accidental shifting. It used to be really annoying when I grip hard for some speedy corner turn or on bumpy surface. :D

Now I have to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-18, 11:10 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,522
Posted By BabyCowHK

Marina Bay, Central Business District, Singapore.

Marina Bay, Central Business District, Singapore.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

Got the LH with a DD3 specific shifter and RH...

Got the LH with a DD3 specific shifter and RH with an Attack shifter. Works very well. Thank you guys!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-18, 03:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

Eventually got a pair of Attack trigger shifter....

Eventually got a pair of Attack trigger shifter. Let's see if it works, will let you guys know.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-17, 07:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

Ok, so I assume any Shimano 8sp trigger shifter...

Ok, so I assume any Shimano 8sp trigger shifter that uses 2:1 pull ratio should do.

Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-17, 11:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

I forgot to mention, the 3sp shifter is for the...

I forgot to mention, the 3sp shifter is for the DD3 IGH. That's why I prefer to use SRAM LH shifter to avoid problems. My bike is a Birdy touring that came with SRAM DD3 IGH and Shimano 8sp...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-17, 09:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,056
Posted By BabyCowHK

Changing grip shifter to trigger shifter

Hi, I am currently using a pair of SRAM MRX 3x8 grip shifter on my foldie. The RD is a Sora 8/9sp. I want to replace the MRX to trigger shifter.

I will be replacing the 3sp left shifter with an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 749
Posted By BabyCowHK

I'm pretty sure that's not the problem, shifting...

I'm pretty sure that's not the problem, shifting is all fine.

Both the HG51 cassette and the Sora derailleur are from Shimano, except the non-integrated grip shfiter from SRAM. SRAM has at least...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-17, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 749
Posted By BabyCowHK

Cassette noise

I have a Birdy 3 touring edition using the SRAM DD3 IGH with an 8sp cassette. I notice that there some noise coming from the cassette whenever it goes to the mid-gears between 5&6. The sound gets...
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