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Forum: Commuting
12-02-09, 02:12 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,538
Posted By commander_taco

What bag and rack are these? I very much like...

What bag and rack are these? I very much like this setup, nice bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-09, 05:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,333
Posted By commander_taco

actually, i am putting both brakes on, even...

actually, i am putting both brakes on, even though i usually use the front brake only.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,333
Posted By commander_taco

Great, I found what I was looking for -- thanks...

Great, I found what I was looking for -- thanks joejack951!

bikeinfool, i am going to ride as single speed on street for a while, so i need (actually don't need, but just good sense) a rear brake...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-09, 03:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,333
Posted By commander_taco

Help finding brake housing guide

I have a aluminum track bike that did not come with cable guides for rear brake. Short of zip-tying the brake cable to top tube (which may rub the paint), what are my options? Steel housing guides I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-27-07, 12:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,139
Posted By commander_taco

I have 2 pairs of brand new (still in the box)...

I have 2 pairs of brand new (still in the box) Campagnolo Delta Strada XL clincher rims. They are are as low profile as you can get. I could sell them to anyone interested. They are 28 holes though....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-19-07, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Thanks James. Now, is anyone interested in...

Thanks James.

Now, is anyone interested in parting a steel swift frame? I can trade it for xootr alu frame (see pics in the beginning of this thread), or buy it alone. I am going to do some...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-07, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Can people fold their Alu swift and tell me if...

Can people fold their Alu swift and tell me if their seatpost is aligned with the rear wheel? Thanks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-07, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Has anyone seen this misalignment? Rear wheel is...

Has anyone seen this misalignment? Rear wheel is slightly tilted to the left.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-13-07, 03:05 PM
Replies: 5,107
Views: 341,982
Posted By commander_taco

clean looking trackie: ...

clean looking trackie:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=013&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=230126633905&rd=1&rd=1

only 3 hrs left.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-06, 01:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,223
Posted By commander_taco

Gordon These bikes look impressive. They have...

Gordon
These bikes look impressive. They have full size wheels, and fold without any hinge on the main tube! Can you comment on its weight, and weight distribution between front and rear (ex. does...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-06, 12:56 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

I have no idea what the brake setup is going to...

I have no idea what the brake setup is going to be. Feel free to ask Peter Reich (he maybe slow to respond, but he will). Also, Peter mentioned that he has new stock of long reach caliper brakes for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-06, 12:50 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Suitcase pic has the frame folded ;) I know it is...

Suitcase pic has the frame folded ;) I know it is not at all clear. Here is my understanding - since the seattube has a slightly acute angle, top tube ends up being an inch or so shorter, which makes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-06-06, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

there is a short seat tube the extends below top...

there is a short seat tube the extends below top tube and it has quick release clamp at the top, just like current versions.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-06-06, 04:39 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

yep, there are 3 wheel sizes: 406, 451 and 501...

yep, there are 3 wheel sizes: 406, 451 and 501 (wheelchair 22inch and bmx 24inch). Peter tried out 501's for track racing since minimum wheel dia allowed is 22 inch. Here is what he said - <sic>...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-06-06, 12:06 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

new steel swift

I am not affiliated with swift or xootr in any way. I think these are production ready prototypes. The new frame is intended for use with 406 and 451 rims.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-06-06, 12:19 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Peter sent me pics of the new steel frame...

Peter sent me pics of the new steel frame (impressive indeed!). I have to ask him if it is ok to post them here. The new frame is a little different around the folding hinge. It now fits into...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-20-06, 11:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,157
Posted By commander_taco

A vast majority of folders have poor riding...

A vast majority of folders have poor riding dynamics. They make you sit upright where most of the weight falls on rear wheel, not to mention such a riding position takes away the suspension effect of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-06, 12:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 876
Posted By commander_taco

I live at the corner of Polk and Market. Will...

I live at the corner of Polk and Market. Will keep an eye out. how did you lock it?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-06, 12:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,897
Posted By commander_taco

Super awesome pics! Makes me want to think about...

Super awesome pics! Makes me want to think about touring on my Swift.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-06, 10:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,985
Posted By commander_taco

Bike weight actually affects ride quality. Since...

Bike weight actually affects ride quality. Since some body weight is borne by the legs (as opposed to the saddle) during pedaling, bike mass becomes part of 'unsprung weight'. Lesser the ratio of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-05-06, 01:05 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

I am not sure why your hub is setup that way (bad...

I am not sure why your hub is setup that way (bad idea IMO). I suggest you get an extra chain link and add it. If you are concerned that the hub will slide forward then add a MKS chain tensioner (one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-06, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Thanks James. I am very impressed with the ride...

Thanks James. I am very impressed with the ride quality of Swift, esp. after a bad experience with Dahon (handlepost and seatpost flexed too much for my comfort). This thread has been very helpful in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-06, 09:05 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Wav and yangmusa, your guesses are close. Mine is...

Wav and yangmusa, your guesses are close. Mine is silver xootr swift. I didn't like the decals, so I tried to peel them off. But it left a gaping hole in the clearcoat. I then started to peel off all...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-06, 06:21 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Thanks! There is no issue with 451 rims and tire...

Thanks! There is no issue with 451 rims and tire clearance. The biggest tire I could get was comet 1-3/8 (from bike friday), and there is tons of clearance. Stock brakes dont' work. I used paul...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-06, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Swift fixie

Here is my fixed gear xootr swift. I am using 451 rims (about 2 inches bigger than bmx ones) I got from bike friday. Rear hub is surly with axle swapped for a longer one. Front brakes are paul bmx...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-06, 06:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,058
Posted By commander_taco

How about Mobiky genius? it rolls when folded. A...

How about Mobiky genius? it rolls when folded. A bikeshop in soma(in SF) has it and it rides decent for its size.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-06, 06:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,309
Posted By commander_taco

I have that pump, and the first thing that came...

I have that pump, and the first thing that came to my mind after looking at the twist locking mechanism was that it will fall out. There are many things on Dahon which screams amateur...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-07-06, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By commander_taco

I walked over to the puma store to check out this...

I walked over to the puma store to check out this bike (couldn't resist). They have 2 on the floor (white and matte black). They looked kind of cool. Here are my impressions:
- Frame is extremely...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-06, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By commander_taco

I am not clear on the lock's relationship to...

I am not clear on the lock's relationship to rideability either. There is a C hoot at the bottom to which the cable is strung around. It appears that the hinge may have to loosened to unlock the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-06, 02:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By commander_taco

Weighs a ton though. According to biomega website...

Weighs a ton though. According to biomega website it weighs 30lbs. 24 inch wheels and integrated lock are nice.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-28-06, 12:42 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,843
Posted By commander_taco

Dahon Hon Solo on ebay- ...

Dahon Hon Solo on ebay-
http://cgi.ebay.com/Dahon-HON-SOLO-20-Folding-Bike-Single-speed-Track-NEW_W0QQitemZ330001393360QQihZ014QQcategoryZ98084QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-06, 07:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 530
Posted By commander_taco

Best source of 451 rims/tires/tubes is bike...

Best source of 451 rims/tires/tubes is bike friday! They have it all listed under 'accessories'. Call them and they will sell you at decent prices. BTW, 451's make a difference in ride quality, speed...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-06, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Has anyone tried 451 rims on a swift? I am...

Has anyone tried 451 rims on a swift? I am guessing they will fit, although may have to get caliper brakes.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-06, 03:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,741
Posted By commander_taco

Any 20x1.75 tire recommendations?

Does'nt have to be superlight, but decent puncture protection is a must.
thanks
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-06, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Thanks! I was hoping for metallic silver infact....

Thanks! I was hoping for metallic silver infact. I am going to convert this into a fixed gear bike. I need to decide if I am going to replace the rear hub or build both wheels. It depends on how good...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-06, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

silver xootr swift

I am thinking about a silver xootr swift. Is the silver more of a metallic/pearl finish or flat finish? Is this liquid paint or powder coat? Also, is there clearcoat?
thanks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-13-06, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Has anyone attempted to take off the decals on...

Has anyone attempted to take off the decals on xootr frame? Any ideas?
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-13-06, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

Good news! I called Peter yesterday and he picked...

Good news! I called Peter yesterday and he picked up the phone. It was 6pm my time and 9pm his, and I was a little embarassed since I was calling him so late. He was still working and he took the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-06, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,139
Posted By commander_taco

I emailed Peter Reich of swiftfolders and I have...

I emailed Peter Reich of swiftfolders and I have not received a reply yet. I left him a voicemail as well. Is he still around? How long does he take to respond, generally? I would like to get a swift...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-06, 11:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,666
Posted By commander_taco

Fixed gear ratio for folding bike 20 inch wheels

What would be a good ballpark for gear inches for a fixie folding bike with 20 inch bmx wheels?
thx
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-29-06, 03:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,669
Posted By commander_taco

cheapest source for phil wood hubs?

I am planning to rebuild my rear track wheel. Any idea who has the best price on phil wood hubs?
thx
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-05, 09:04 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,414
Posted By commander_taco

Nyaa...don't worry about it too much. Think about...

Nyaa...don't worry about it too much. Think about it this way: Western world has pillaged and ***** asia (not to mention africa) for so long (through colonization, slavery etc) and brazenly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-05, 09:12 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,583
Posted By commander_taco

mikeorp, where did you get the gold rim from? ...

mikeorp, where did you get the gold rim from?
Green and gold, how can you top that? Too nice.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-05, 09:04 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 13,956
Posted By commander_taco

Is someone in Japan willing to buy frames and...

Is someone in Japan willing to buy frames and ship it out (it could take 2 months, no hurry) for those of us interested? There got to be a way to ship a frame under $100 and the shipper can charge...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-27-05, 08:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 544
Posted By commander_taco

Nitto makes an ultra sexy one (ct-80?) with...

Nitto makes an ultra sexy one (ct-80?) with knurled area for threadless stem. try bsinesscycles.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-05, 11:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 31,471
Posted By commander_taco

I just finished building up paul hubs with campy...

I just finished building up paul hubs with campy delta rims. I will post some pics over the weekend. If you are looking for paul ones try bikeman.com for good deal. A few months before this I built a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-05, 09:58 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,190
Posted By commander_taco

Do not buy Brooks before you try out Titec Ithys...

Do not buy Brooks before you try out Titec Ithys Amore. Why? Because, in my experience Titec is atleast as comfortable as B17 (both are quite similar in hardness) and it does not crap out if you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-05, 09:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,420
Posted By commander_taco

I think your comparison is not accurate. My...

I think your comparison is not accurate. My current steel frame weighs 4.5 lbs and my previous IRO JR (56cm) weighed 4.2 lbs. Use carbon fork and other light components and your steel bike will be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-05, 01:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,725
Posted By commander_taco

Sorry, not tried the corded strong-g.

Sorry, not tried the corded strong-g.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-05, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 894
Posted By commander_taco

I think it is the soma cog. Mine clicks too....

I think it is the soma cog. Mine clicks too. Izumi gold v chain, perfect chainline, everything new. I am not comfortable loosening up the chain since it may come off (with serious consequences).
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