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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-22, 01:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,629
Posted By FoldingSpace

Doesn't surprise me. The Kojaks are a bit like F1...

Doesn't surprise me. The Kojaks are a bit like F1 slicks and are definitely tackier, softer rubber. The Marathons are more literally "slick" and have a glossier surface. Not sure about the physics of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-13-22, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,406
Posted By FoldingSpace

My other Eclipse (not as upgraded but not 100%...

My other Eclipse (not as upgraded but not 100% stock either) in Hawaii - Makena and the coastal cliffs near Lahaina. Beautiful riding as long as you remember not to ride through the wetlands north of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-12-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,629
Posted By FoldingSpace

not surprised - Kojaks are soft - like f1 tires...

not surprised - Kojaks are soft - like f1 tires -and on warm days they’d be very sticky- the marathons are more vulcanized looking/feeling. They’re a fantastic all rounder. Just heavy and tough to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-11-22, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,629
Posted By FoldingSpace

26 inch Wheels and Tires (1.25-1.50)

Some requests for advice and a couple of recommendations!

I have a Tern Eclipse with 26” wheels, disc brakes and it comes with a set of Schwalbe Kojak 26” 1.35 tires.

That size is hard to find...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-17-22, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1,567
Views: 743,622
Posted By FoldingSpace

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x270/5b8daca2_3031_449b_a331_13ef72c504ab_c1c8a7c7946a020b8a95f579f1f195089f6fecba.gif
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-22, 02:38 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,656
Posted By FoldingSpace

Apologies for the disgraceful garage ballast...

Apologies for the disgraceful garage ballast mess, but a few things in one shot, using a "use it or lose it" annual company health benefit - I added cork Ergon grips, a new Lezyne 1400 LED headlamp...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-22, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 385
Posted By FoldingSpace

Rare Tire Sizes

Apologies if my search-fu failed me and I'm happy to kill this thread and go to the right one if someone will direct me, but I have an unusual (in the US at least) wheel and tire size conundrum that...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,656
Posted By FoldingSpace

I absolutely LOVE boa shoes. I picked up two...

I absolutely LOVE boa shoes. I picked up two pairs of (women's) Asics Gel Fujirados on sale a few years ago and they were my goto cycling shoe on flat pedals - they were PERFECT and I never had any...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,406
Posted By FoldingSpace

Striking but somewhat poorly illustrative before...

Striking but somewhat poorly illustrative before and after shots of my Tern Eclipse P20 ludicrous upgrade spree. My company pays us a once per year fitness benefit if you don't use the free gym perk...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-21, 11:20 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,406
Posted By FoldingSpace

End of the Line Carkeek Park, north of...

End of the Line

Carkeek Park, north of Seattle.

Surprisingly few bikes, although it's a dead end at the bottom of a steep ravine/park.

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-07-21, 11:34 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 53,315
Posted By FoldingSpace

That’s amazing. Now do a Tern Eclipse x22! ...

That’s amazing. Now do a Tern Eclipse x22!

question: does the material difference affect anything beyond weight and tensile strength? Like does it affect the engineering for the folds and other...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-04-20, 12:44 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,406
Posted By FoldingSpace

Top of the canyon road where the Palm Springs...

Top of the canyon road where the Palm Springs cable car is. I was the only person there - election night. Sun set while I was up there and I saw a couple of mountain bikers on my way down. And a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-30-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 17,696
Posted By FoldingSpace

I'm with you in that I expect a basic level of...

I'm with you in that I expect a basic level of competence, but I also expect it to not be met. Mixed trails are exactly where I expect to find novice riders.

Again, if those are the rules, or even...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,656
Posted By FoldingSpace

Pair of Wellgo dual platform (SPD/regular shoes)...

Pair of Wellgo dual platform (SPD/regular shoes) Quick Release pedals. They pop on and off perfectly and work brilliantly. Gonna switch all my bikes to these now. Dirt cheap from Aliexpress too, but...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-30-20, 01:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,256
Posted By FoldingSpace

BTW I got a note from Flatbikes.com yesterday...

BTW I got a note from Flatbikes.com yesterday that they got a bunch more Change folding hybrids and MTBs in stock. If you can't find a full size regular bike because of shortages, I can vouch for my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-30-20, 01:29 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 17,696
Posted By FoldingSpace

If the rule on the mixed path is verbal or...

If the rule on the mixed path is verbal or audible signal then you should do it. Cyclists of different abilities, some easily startled are using those trails - which should be accepted and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-23-20, 12:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,256
Posted By FoldingSpace

Apparently that If Mode bike actually became...

Apparently that If Mode bike actually became available for sale. The only reviews I found were from people who purchased it blind, having never seen a review - you can read the two reviews at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 14,050
Posted By FoldingSpace

It's a freshwater pond from a creek flowing out...

It's a freshwater pond from a creek flowing out of the hillside but it gets brackish from time to time if there's highsurf since it's only a few feet from high tide - but isn't a tidal pond....
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-15-20, 12:10 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 87,106
Posted By FoldingSpace

I've been looking for an ideal case for both my...

I've been looking for an ideal case for both my Cannondale Quick Carbon 2 (ended up with a Thule from a Facebook sale) and my folding bike - a Tern Eclipse p20. I already have a rolling case from B&W...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,406
Posted By FoldingSpace

Ill advised ride through Seattle up to the top of...

Ill advised ride through Seattle up to the top of Golden Gardens to that park everyone watches the sunset from. Bonus - smoke makes sunset either invisible and empty, or spectacular - and empty....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 11:37 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 14,050
Posted By FoldingSpace

ABSOLUTELY might be an otter or a Nutria - I'm no...

ABSOLUTELY might be an otter or a Nutria - I'm no Dr. Dolittle, or even a cat vs dog identifier, but I couldn't see its tail - he/she was gathering sticks so I assumed beaver/dam I guess. All taken...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-20, 02:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,979
Posted By FoldingSpace

Maybe I’m misunderstanding something but no sign...

Maybe I’m misunderstanding something but no sign of it on the Tern site if it’s a suspension etc bike. They are leading with the GSD on the front page though so if it’s that then meh.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-20, 02:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,227
Posted By FoldingSpace

I found my Tern eclipse p20 - despite having 26...

I found my Tern eclipse p20 - despite having 26 inch wheels- is waaaaaay more controllable than my full sized bike and the center of gravity lets me balance at a full stop much more easily- also more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,212
Posted By FoldingSpace

For various reasons I can’t ride a road bike...

For various reasons I can’t ride a road bike position/drop bars and actually always put a riser on my stem- but what the OP is suggesting a exactly what I wanted to do years ago for the AIDS ride-...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-20, 02:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,256
Posted By FoldingSpace

I think super materials (buckyballs and...

I think super materials (buckyballs and nanotubes/fibers Etc will eventually lead to significant breakthroughs like folding wheels, tubeless tires and so on - this concept only needs two materials- a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 14,050
Posted By FoldingSpace

Senseless in Seattle

I’m in Seattle and I’ve ridden about 90 miles the last three days - wearing a 3M n95 mask and to be honest I haven’t even felt any difficulties- I have mild allergy related asthma, but my route may...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,366
Posted By FoldingSpace

Necrobumping this thread, because it applies so...

Necrobumping this thread, because it applies so well to my situation - apologies if that's bad form here, I'm brand new.

I've put a couple of hundred miles on my P20 - full disclosure I never rode...
Forum: Introductions
09-02-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,992
Posted By FoldingSpace

I too am abusing the inherent logic of the thread...

I too am abusing the inherent logic of the thread to get to the point I can post broken links or failed imgur uploads! I'm also a terrible photographer so the longer it takes the better it is for you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-20, 10:10 AM
Replies: 1,567
Views: 743,622
Posted By FoldingSpace

Tern Eclipse P20, Change 811 Rugged Hybrid

Although customer service from Tern.com has been mixed (Answer my emails about wheels and cases!) - I love my Tern eclipse and pray it doesn’t catastrophically fail on a fast downhill- and the...
Forum: Introductions
09-02-20, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 433
Posted By FoldingSpace

Hoots, Jings, Michty Me! from Seattle

Those weird terms in the post title are Scots language or at least the popular bits from the Scottish Funny Papers (Scottish people will know it’s Broons and Oor Wullie). I’m a Scottish born expat...
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