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[General Discussion] Re: Mini velo's

ShinyBiker — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:49:17 -0400

Thanks, landsw. I could probably fit into a M. That beixo bike looks good, too. Any idea on the price?

[General Discussion] Re: Mini velo's

landsw — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:59:13 -0400

shinybike, the bullhead comes in two sized, m and l. don't know if it's still out of your range but thought i'd let you know.

[General Discussion] Re: Mini velo's

landsw — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:48:06 -0400

i've seen that Lombardo on the web for $100 cheaper than what sports a. is advertising. other link is fun to browse around. thanks, i agree about the melons airwulf. i was stoked to get one and called them up to see when they'd be out and got the bad news. i was all over that tetra! test rode a hooligan couple of weeks back, it's a blast to ride. only had it out for about 15 min. or so in dc in the georgetown area but there were plenty of little hills to climb and traffic to zip in and out of (georgetown is a parking lot on the weekends). too much money for a 3speed internal though. i hope more of these things show up in the us. i really want one for bombing around the city! i'd pay to get an alfine 8 and some good components. this thing looks cool, has alfine 8 and disc brakes, front shocks and a shaft drive of all things. http://www.beixo.eu/en/gsusbike# i also think, if marketed right, someone could find a good niche for these. maybe a 3 or 5 or 7 speed for campus, a commuter version, trail version... dang those folks at melon!

[General Discussion] Re: Mini velo's

ShinyBiker — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:17:34 -0400

http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4257999&CAWELAID=531284299 With Sports A carrying these, I foresee a sale in the future! Sorry no IGH. Also, I've spent a lot of time browsing this site: http://en.search.borderless.rakuten.com/sports_outdoor/bicycle/collapsible_bicycles/ Lots of eyecandy. There was a very nice green minivelo, which I can't find now, of course. You've got to know a japanese importer that can accept the bike here. You still pay shipping, which is pretty high. Say for a $200 bike, you pay $200 for shipping. Waiting for someone to take the plunge.

[Customer Bikes] Re: My modified Mini single speed

airwulf — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:07:42 -0400

Thanks for the update.

[Customer Bikes] Re: My modified Mini single speed

thepleebs — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:05:49 -0400

Oh yea, I decided to modify it because my sturmey archer hub was crap. It never coasted properly and would always have to be adjusted. Also, I prefer to ride single speed bikes. All my big bikes are single speed. The toughest part of the mod was trying to get the right ratio. My big bikes are all 46/16. I needed to find the equivalent with 16 inch wheels. and 56/12 did the trick.

[Customer Bikes] Re: My modified Mini single speed

thepleebs — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:01:12 -0400

It's a 2009. - handlebar is a Kore straight bar - Oury grips. - brake levers are cane creek interrupters. - brakes are tektro. -old suntour 175mm crankset -56t chainring -pepboys automotive shock bushing -oddessy toro pro oversized headset -custom paint job and decal -velocity rim -no name single speed mountain hub -big apple tires (in the photo)

[General Discussion] QR and Collar Replacement

etail — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:48:04 -0400

I have a 2008 9 speed with front suspension. Two months ago the QR bolt on the stem broke so I swapped around the QR bolt for the seat post collar clamp. Now the washer on that is getting worn. so: 1. How can I replace the QR stem bolt? (The shape is different from the other QR bolts) 2. What is the size of the seatpost collar for the 2008 so I can replace that one if necessary? Thanks

[General Discussion] Re: Mini velo's

airwulf — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:22:13 -0400

I was curious about the new Melons, too. Wish the company would go forward with those cool bikes. I rode the 8 speed Hooligan and really liked it but could not justify spending $600 at the time. Nevertheless, buying a mini velo is on my list. It won't be a Bullhead, though, because the frame size is not a good fit for me.

[General Discussion] Mini velo's

landsw — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 14:02:00 -0400

Don't know if anyone else is interested in these things but I am. Have been looking at the Dahon Bullhead. http://us.dahon.com/bikes/1674/bullhead Was really interested in upcoming Melon models but they've decide not to do them after all. http://www.melonbicycles.com/Departments/Folding-Bikes/Coming-Models.aspx Cannondale makes the Hooligan which I've also looked at but too much money for a 3 speed internal and I definitely want an internal. These things are apparently huge in Japan and popular in other Asian markets. Wonder if any chance Downtube might be looking at these? Doesn't have to be a folder either.

[General Discussion] Re: 2010's?

downtube — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:43:50 -0400

We are not adding that feature, however there will be numerous upgrades, which I am keeping private until they arrive. Unfortunately the latest delay takes them out until late August/early Sept Thanks, Yan

[Tech Talk] Nova gearing range

samuelo — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:06:05 -0400

Hi, I find the gearing range of my new nova a bit limited, I definitely need a faster gear. I was thinking about switching to a wider range cassette 7sp 11T-28T for example. Did anyone have experience with that? and/or recommended model? Can I just replace the cassette or I'll also need to replace other components? Thanks Oren

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

tezzzer — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 17:38:28 -0400

Appropriately my Downtube is orange, which is the Dutch national team's colour ;-> Safe riding too! - Terry

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

ShinyBiker — Fri, 9 Jul 2010 13:16:13 -0400

I would not want to incur those high shipping costs, but thanks anyway:) Good to see that Downtubes are making it in the Netherlands. Good luck to your national team as well! Safe riding. -joe

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

tezzzer — Fri, 9 Jul 2010 09:44:20 -0400

I am using the bike again for now, but the parts may become available when I've arranged a replacement. However, the bike was bought in 2007, so the forks have seen plenty of use. Also, I live in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, so shipping to your location may be expensive... - Terry

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

ShinyBiker — Thu, 8 Jul 2010 14:44:48 -0400

If you are going to scrap the bike, would you be interested in selling me your front fork. I have a 2009.5 sturmey archer bike and am not satisfied with the cushiness of the fork. The older downtubes had a different cushier fork and I am in search of one. Thanks. -joe btw, I am in the DC area.

[Customer Bikes] Re: My modified Mini single speed

airwulf — Thu, 8 Jul 2010 08:32:12 -0400

Very nice. What year is your ride and why did you decide to modify your Mini? What hbar did you install and are there more changes besides the ones in your post? I luv my 08 Mini.

[Customer Bikes] Re: My modified Mini single speed

thepleebs — Tue, 6 Jul 2010 20:17:13 -0400

Oh yea I am going to b adding mks ezy pedals and maxxis hookworm tires as soon as I can raise some money. Thom

[Customer Bikes] My modified Mini single speed

thepleebs — Tue, 6 Jul 2010 20:15:43 -0400

Check out my new mini repainted and made into a single speed with a 56/12 ratio. I replace the shock with a car shock bushing. Added a new Odyssey toro pro headset. rear wheel is a velocity rime with a mountain bike single speed hub. I am now calling it HINGE because it folds. check it out here http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=1328383&id=1484341996 IMG_2766 1.JPG

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

tezzzer — Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:12:42 -0400

Thanks for the suggestion... I think the bike was damaged while 'parked' so I guess it is not a warranty situation. The bike was folded and free-standing and I think it was knocked over onto the part where the pin is mounted. Security was not an issue, but perhaps I should have chained it to something to stop it being knocked over ;-< In the end, the bike shop have made a repair by bolstering up the pin. It's as least as stiff as when the pin worked properly. Meanwhile will start saving for a new bike ;-> - Terry

[General Discussion] non-telescoping stem for Mini

thepleebs — Fri, 2 Jul 2010 22:14:50 -0400

Hi, I am atrying to get a non telescoping stem for my mini. I saw this picture posted on line nd want info about the stem http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Downtube_Mini_Rock_Cen_jeh.JPG any body give me some leads? Thom

[Tech Talk] Re: Repair by conversion to non-folding?

ShinyBiker — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:10:48 -0400

Have you tried contacting Yan? Maybe a warranty fix? I thought the frames were warrantied a long time.

[Tech Talk] Repair by conversion to non-folding?

tezzzer — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:14:00 -0400

Hi all I've got a 9FS which I use on a daily basis to get to work. Unfortunately, a small part of the frame has broken off which holds the central folding quick release pin in place. When the bike is unfolded, there is enough of the front part of the frame remaining to keep the pin in place and hold the bike together. However, I doubt it's a good idea to keep on riding the bike like this... I consulted the local bike shop and they say they can't make this sort of repair to the frame. They did suggest a weld, which would make the bike non-folding. I don't want to throw the bike away so I'm considering having this done. Anybody any experience of this type of repair or conversion? Thanks - Terry

[General Discussion] Re: 2010's?

eamel — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:19:27 -0400

Any chance you will include a mechanism to lock the bikes closed when they are folded? Thanks, Eric

[General Discussion] Re: 2010's?

downtube — Thu, 3 Jun 2010 07:59:32 -0400

No staggering....it looks like the June bikes will arrive in July/August. Thanks, Yan

[General Discussion] Re: 2010's?

Monti — Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:33:35 -0400

So does this mean that Downtube will stagger the introduction(s) of the new bikes? In other words, different models will debut in different weeks or months, with some being in June and others in July/August?