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Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-08, 12:54 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,877
Posted By noob_island

Tell them its a cheap China rip off bike you can...

Tell them its a cheap China rip off bike you can find on ebay.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-25-08, 05:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,943
Posted By noob_island

if the sound goes slow or fast depending on your...

if the sound goes slow or fast depending on your speed, i still think its the wheel/hub.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-24-08, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,943
Posted By noob_island

I had a creak problem too, after I took a hard...

I had a creak problem too, after I took a hard fall. I would only hear the creak when I was riding, I thought I bent the wheel hub or something. It was actually a loose bolt on the front wheel; my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-22-08, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 23,239
Posted By noob_island

OMG its 42.5 lbs its almost 1/3 your weight....

OMG its 42.5 lbs its almost 1/3 your weight. Maybe thats the shipping weight.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-08, 03:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

I don't have the tools to fix the handle post and...

I don't have the tools to fix the handle post and I didn't want to spend the cash at my LBS for them to do it. I just recently found this Zoom 20 inch MTB Suspension Fork at NYCBikes.com. Now I would...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-08, 02:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 934
Posted By noob_island

Plus teenagers are jerks. I know I use to be both.

Plus teenagers are jerks. I know I use to be both.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-18-08, 02:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By noob_island

Thanks for the advice. :thumb:

Thanks for the advice. :thumb:
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-17-08, 01:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By noob_island

I was going to try DX out but I just tried to...

I was going to try DX out but I just tried to register at PayPal and the website said I had to put in my bank number - not my credit card number. I just got worried and I stopped the registering...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-17-08, 01:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 742
Posted By noob_island

Kind of off topic but when I went to City College...

Kind of off topic but when I went to City College of San Francisco they had a Book Loan program. Same concept as the Bike loan, saved me a lot of cash. There should be more programs like these, I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-17-08, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 934
Posted By noob_island

No one really comments, just interested looks. My...

No one really comments, just interested looks. My friends make fun of my bike but that's my friends. I don't see why kids would make fun of your bike. I see a lot of kids with those single speed BMX ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-16-08, 09:31 PM
Replies: 1,567
Views: 744,207
Posted By noob_island

I'd call that a glamor shot.

I'd call that a glamor shot.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-15-08, 11:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By noob_island

DealExtreme

What are your opinions about DealExtreme? I am not familiar with the website and some of the prices seem to be too good to be true. In Amazon.com the Fenix bike mount is $18 and in DealExtreme its...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-15-08, 09:17 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 13,296
Posted By noob_island

Riding it!!!

Riding it!!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-14-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,241
Posted By noob_island

$300?!?! Forget experimenting on a "cheap"...

$300?!?! Forget experimenting on a "cheap" folder.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-14-08, 03:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,241
Posted By noob_island

This is kind of a off topic but I live in the US...

This is kind of a off topic but I live in the US and I know there's an import tax from US to the UK but is there one from the UK to the US? Is it even worth it if I find the Space Genie £75?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-14-08, 03:06 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 13,296
Posted By noob_island

A bike that cost under $500 and nothing on the...

A bike that cost under $500 and nothing on the bike needs to be upgraded. :thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-13-08, 10:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,638
Posted By noob_island

Sounds like that urban legend, with a couple...

Sounds like that urban legend, with a couple getting divorced so the wife decides to sell the car for $20. You should have also asked if they were giving the car away too. :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-08, 08:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,440
Posted By noob_island

Opps. I feel so embarrassed, that is not a...

Opps. I feel so embarrassed, that is not a folding bike. I should have made it a longer search. Just goes to show you small wheels dont mean folding bike. This bike cost about 29,925 Yen, about 300...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-10-08, 10:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,440
Posted By noob_island

I did a quick search for bikes in Japan. This...

I did a quick search for bikes in Japan. This bike looks good to me. Its from BE.BIKE going for 38,000 Yen or about $382 US Dollars. It looks to be around the same price as a Dahon and Downtube. If I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-10-08, 12:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 865
Posted By noob_island

I was thinking about getting a Citizen too. I...

I was thinking about getting a Citizen too. I kept checking craigslist everyday until I found a good deal. It took me the better part of the summer but I think I got a good deal.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-10-08, 12:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

I think Im going to try that out. I'm looking at...

I think Im going to try that out. I'm looking at the shim closer and I found a smaller crack.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-08, 11:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,241
Posted By noob_island

I would buy one for 75 pounds (about 130US) too....

I would buy one for 75 pounds (about 130US) too. Where's the link?:)
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-08, 01:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,503
Posted By noob_island

I think that the "spinny" feeling is the gear not...

I think that the "spinny" feeling is the gear not catching. I have an old bike and the derailleur sucks. When I switch to my first gear or last gear fast, I pedal and it seem like the chain is not...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-09-08, 12:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

I took a tumble the other day. The bike flew out...

I took a tumble the other day. The bike flew out from under me but I managed to keep standing by holding on to the handle bar. I thought I heard a cracking sound but I checked out the bike and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-08, 08:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,241
Posted By noob_island

It looks nice. Kind of expensive tho, around...

It looks nice. Kind of expensive tho, around $500.

http://www.discountbicycles.co.uk/mission/genie.jpg

Heres how they fold.

http://www.discountbicycles.co.uk/mission/foldanim.gif
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-07-08, 09:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 37,587
Posted By noob_island

This so sounds like a MythBusters episode....

This so sounds like a MythBusters episode. Someone start a petition.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-06-08, 08:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,413
Posted By noob_island

Thats cool but I would rather have the full sized...

Thats cool but I would rather have the full sized one to ride!!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-04-08, 05:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,740
Posted By noob_island

Small wheels are sexy

Small wheels are sexy
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-08, 10:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

I think my Mariner must be pre-internet because I...

I think my Mariner must be pre-internet because I cant seem to find a picture of it folded even on the Dahon website.

I did find this picture of the bike unfolded and the hinge position is the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-08, 10:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

That does make sense. I looked around the pivot...

That does make sense. I looked around the pivot point but i can't see a way to correct it. The lock mechanism that connects the handle post to the fork forces me to put it out at that angle. You can...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

Actually if I dont rotate the front wheel the...

Actually if I dont rotate the front wheel the handle bars stick into the pedal gear and prevents me from closing the bike. The handle bar goes down at that odd 5 o'clock angle.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-08, 01:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

It is sort of addicting, I've only had it a month...

It is sort of addicting, I've only had it a month and I'm already thinking of stuff to mod it. I think the upgrades will cost more than the bike!!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-08, 12:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,147
Posted By noob_island

Classic Dahon Mariner

I got this Dahon Mariner from craigslist. The guy I got it from kept it in his attic for years and its cherry. I just needed to oil it up and it rides smooth. I think its a great bike but quite...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-29-08, 08:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,740
Posted By noob_island

I have an old Dahon Mariner, pre-2000, all steel,...

I have an old Dahon Mariner, pre-2000, all steel, 35lb monster, that I got on craigslist. Its a good ride but its a hassle lugging it up and down escalators and stairs. I'd rather lock it up for an...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-08, 07:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,276
Posted By noob_island

Where can I order a Butt Buddy. I tried amazon...

Where can I order a Butt Buddy. I tried amazon and google shops but I couldnt find it. I did find thudbusters but they cost more than my bike!

Is it known by another name... something less racy....
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-08, 07:56 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 19,847
Posted By noob_island

I'm new to biking but is S3X suppose to replace...

I'm new to biking but is S3X suppose to replace the cogs?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-08, 04:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,332
Posted By noob_island

well, I'm still waiting on the dealer but I'm...

well, I'm still waiting on the dealer but I'm wondering what needs to be upgraded. I did a review search on the boardwalk, a few say the stock seat is uncomfortable, the gears should be upgraded, and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-08, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,332
Posted By noob_island

Its used, but I was checking the dahon website...

Its used, but I was checking the dahon website the only boardwalk they have that's a 6 speed is a 2004 model, is there any issues with the boardwalk d6?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-08, 11:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,332
Posted By noob_island

Dahon Boardwalk D6 cost?

I found a Dahon Boardwalk D6 for 200 dollars? I was wondering if this sounds like a good deal, or should i bargain? I tried looking around but i cant seem to find a price range.

Forgot to ask...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-08, 12:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,277
Posted By noob_island

I saw an add for a Montague MX bike and am in...

I saw an add for a Montague MX bike and am in contact with the owner. So long story short I told him that I'm 5'4" and he said the bike might be to big. How can I tell if the bike is to big for me,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-08, 02:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,737
Posted By noob_island

I found this site looking for folding bike...

I found this site looking for folding bike manufacturers. They have a cool 3d view of the shaft inside and out.

http://www.dynamicbicycles.com/
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-08, 07:19 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 99,727
Posted By noob_island

I posted this in another thread but no one has...

I posted this in another thread but no one has answered yet maybe someone here can:

Anyone order a bike from the UK of Europe. It looks like they have more folding bike styles than the US and more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-08, 08:15 AM
Replies: 1,661
Views: 363,716
Posted By noob_island

Anyone order a bike from the UK of Europe. It...

Anyone order a bike from the UK of Europe. It looks like they have more folding bike styles than the US and more affordable. The Viking SAFARI 6 is £159 = $280 on amazon.co.uk. I just don't want to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-08, 08:13 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,188
Posted By noob_island

I've been trying the coast/balance thing on my...

I've been trying the coast/balance thing on my friends bike and I can only get around 3 or 4 feet before I tip over. But the top bar (where your crotch is) is a little to high.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-08, 07:48 AM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 512,188
Posted By noob_island

That 299 orange Downtube add on the right side of...

That 299 orange Downtube add on the right side of the screen, any idea where I can get one. I've been looking around for an affordable bike for a while. I don't know how to ride a bike so my friend...
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