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Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-21, 11:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,250
Posted By Vanrex

I've been running Schwalbe One HS 462 (28x451)...

I've been running Schwalbe One HS 462 (28x451) for about a year now, on a mix of gravel and pavement, with no issues.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-29-21, 01:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,780
Posted By Vanrex

If you're looking to use brifters, you'll need to...

If you're looking to use brifters, you'll need to change out the brakes. The stock v-brakes need long pull levers, and the STI are short pull. If you're sticking with 406 wheels (which I'd recommend...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-20, 08:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,858
Posted By Vanrex

I bought mine to use as mini velos, but I do fold...

I bought mine to use as mini velos, but I do fold them on the odd occasion that I need to.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-27-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

Dekerf was able to make one to fit the steerer on...

Dekerf was able to make one to fit the steerer on my bike after he had a chance to measure it up.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-27-20, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/red_xootr_b83bb2653234241231e967c1096d554baf7bdfd6.jpeg

I thought I'd share what I've done with my old silver Xootr Swift over the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-20, 01:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,210
Posted By Vanrex

I'm not familiar with the Litespeed chainring,...

I'm not familiar with the Litespeed chainring, but I've been using a narrow wide Wolf Tooth 52T in my 1x10 setup for a couple years now. I haven't dropped a chain since I installed it, whereas before...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,282
Posted By Vanrex

That's interesting. And like what everyone else...

That's interesting. And like what everyone else said, that's a beautiful bike you put together.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-22-19, 01:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,282
Posted By Vanrex

That's essentially my dream bike. I'm curious...

That's essentially my dream bike. I'm curious what kind of gearing you're running; it looks something like a 52 tooth chainring at the front and an 11-28 at the back? Also, have you been happy with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-18, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

V brakes work well for me, and they're easy to...

V brakes work well for me, and they're easy to set up and adjust. The nice thing about them is that they don't stick out far past the frame. If you're talking to Peter, I'd be curious to know what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-17, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

If the drivetrain is stock, you could try...

If the drivetrain is stock, you could try replacing the 11-28 cassette with a 11-32 8-speed one; I did that a couple years ago on my Xootr and it worked well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-17, 10:00 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I listed the components I used in my build on...

I listed the components I used in my build on page 143 of this thread, if you'd like to take a look. About the only change I've made since then is to change out my chainring to a 52T Wolftooth...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-03-17, 02:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,796
Posted By Vanrex

I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss chain wear on a...

I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss chain wear on a folding bike. With the amount of rain we get here in the winter (and no opportunity to clean it after riding), I only get about a year out of an...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-17, 04:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,930
Posted By Vanrex

The commute to Burnaby would be a killer...

The commute to Burnaby would be a killer...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-17, 06:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,930
Posted By Vanrex

I hear you, loud and clear. I drive to work,...

I hear you, loud and clear.

I drive to work, but I have a couple of coworkers who commute everyday by bike to work in Burnaby from Vancouver. Except for the past two months; they just couldn't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-11-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,675
Posted By Vanrex

I think the diamond frame is stronger; the only...

I think the diamond frame is stronger; the only advantage I see is lower step over height.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-17, 11:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,142
Posted By Vanrex

That is a nice bike. Just out of curiosity,...

That is a nice bike.

Just out of curiosity, how much suspension travel do Moulton's have?

Also, are there any issues with ground/cornering clearance with your rear mech? It looks pretty low in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-16, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I hear you about the grip shift and the short...

I hear you about the grip shift and the short bar. I put a slightly longer straight bar on my Xootr before I took it all off and converted it to a single speed with a drop bar.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-18-16, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

Hi Jur, The risers shown in the thread about...

Hi Jur,

The risers shown in the thread about your Ti Swift look nice (along with the bikes). Do you know if they can be bought singly from Titan? And are they significantly lighter than a stock...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-13-16, 02:23 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I'm thinking ahead to when I might need spare...

I'm thinking ahead to when I might need spare parts; can anyone confirm that a 1 1/8" threaded headset is what's used on a Swift?

And just out of curiosity, are there other different/better risers...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-01-16, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I started out with an 11-28, but found it wasn't...

I started out with an 11-28, but found it wasn't quite tall or low enough, so I switched to an 11-36, which I like. On my bike, it gives me a range of 30-97 gear-inches.

With the stock tires and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-16, 08:56 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

Sun CR18's come in 32H; I've got 36H ones on my...

Sun CR18's come in 32H; I've got 36H ones on my bike, and I haven't had any issues.

I think Alex R390 might also be available in 32H.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-16, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

It all started with me wanting a drop bar. When I...

It all started with me wanting a drop bar. When I started looking at the different brake levers available, I thought about using barcons/Tektro RL520 levers with V-brakes, but thought it would be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-16, 12:01 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

No problem, the brakes parts list is: -...

No problem, the brakes parts list is:

- Tektro R559 long reach callipers with Kool Stop salmon pads
- Jagwire brake cable
- SRAM Apex right brifter (2015 version)
- SRAM S500 left brake lever...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-16, 11:13 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

Yes, yes he did.

Yes, yes he did.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-10-16, 09:22 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I bought the bike this way from Peter Reich at...

I bought the bike this way from Peter Reich at Design Mobility last year. He cut them off a stock frame and smoothed them out for me, probably with a grinder or dremel tool. It's not perfect; if I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-06-16, 10:36 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

Thought I'd share this. Just upgraded the...

Thought I'd share this. Just upgraded the drivetrain with an 11-36 cassette and a SRAM Rival 1 RD. I'll use a Sugino 53T chainring for now and see how it goes; if I start dropping the chain, I might...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-16, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I had a similar problem with my bike last year....

I had a similar problem with my bike last year. When I upgraded to a 10-speed RD (and with no bash guard on the front), I would drop the chain on the outside about 1-2 a week. A local mechanic...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-15, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 936,497
Posted By Vanrex

I can't help you with the chainring question, but...

I can't help you with the chainring question, but my bike has nearly the same wheels you're thinking about: 451 CR18s with Shimano 105 hubs, only with 36 spokes and brass nipples. I considered 32 but...
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