let's talk small-wheeled road bikes where my lads at riding

Is 700c even the best? I thought it was just mindless traditionalism like all of the uci rules.

>>983099
there are some arguments that 650b or 650c is more aerodynamic than 700c, but 700c requires the least power to roll over long distances (relative to 650c/b at least), and because bicycle racing is historically done in a peloton over long distances, 700c became the standard

does nobody here really ride anything other than 700c?

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Moulton bikes are nice.

Dr Moulton intended his design to create compact bikes that were inexpensive, efficient and practical. His bikes are trendy but hardly inexpensive.

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BMX bicycles are reliable and cheap to maintain. The downside is they attract lots of kids and are a bigger theft target than something like a Dutch or English internally geared commuter bike.

>700c
you mean 622 dipshit?

>>983272
>does nobody here really ride anything other than 700c?

26" rigid mtb here, it's just comfy

>>983361
who is this directed at?
i ride a 630

>>983403
you monster
>tfw comfy 590

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550A, 490mm rim diameter. Rear tyre is marked as 22 inch with a fractional width which isn't listed on Sheldon Brown (decimal width is much smaller diameter), didn't even realise it was 550A until I just had a look at the front tyre. Tiny bit smaller than typical 24" wheels that you'd see on mountain bikes.

It's quite fun to ride, nimble and light but a bit too short in length and the drop bars where basically unusable so I flipped and chopped them.

>>983361
you are retarded
622 is strictly a rim size and can have the same outer diameter of a fat bike tire
I mean 700c and you're capable of understanding that but too autistic to not sperg out about it

>>983281
I've been thinking about getting a BMX bike just for quick trips to the corner store or to go somewhere and smoke weed but I think I need a bike that I could practically sit and pedal on. I respect BMX bikes for what they are but if I have to stand up while I'm riding it 100% of the time it's not going to be ridden much at all. with that said, a BMX bike with a big gear ratio is still a wonderful choice for an urban environment due to the sheer agility, especially with regards to hopping curbs and whatnot

>>983362
with slicks?

>>983445
this is very cool, do you have any more information about it? I had to order a 22" tube at my bike shop for a customer and had a really shitty time doing so, but the bike looks like a blast. I'm assuming it was some kind of weird vintage craigslist find?

>>983280
moultons and other folding bikes can be really nice but I'd be really interested in one that didn't fold. I just don't really have any need for it to fold, it'd just add weight and complexity, but it's really incredible how much engineering goes into their bikes

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>>983464
>this is very cool, do you have any more information about it?
Cheers. I don't know much about it other than it's European (550A is the Euro juvenile size) and I think it may be a Peugeot (when I first got it there was something that made me think that but I can't remember what).

>I'm assuming it was some kind of weird vintage craigslist find?
Got it off Ebay, delivered. The seller didn't say it was a kid's bike, just small and I assumed that was the frame size (I didn't know shit about road bikes and didn't know what size I'd need), it was quite a surprise when I pulled it out of the box. I did consider trying to return it but it was unusual and interesting so I decided to keep it.

>I had to order a 22" tube at my bike shop for a customer and had a really shitty time doing so
I think I'm still on the original tubes, 24" ones would probably work too. Finding tyres was a huge pain in the arse and these are the only two white walls I could find (had to go smaller in the rear for brake clearance, front is really tight). The front is Michelin and the rear is marketed as a wheelchair tyre and can be found rebranded under many names. Now I know it's 550A I can probably find some others.

>>983092
well I ride a 20'' folder daily
I would get a mini velo in a heartbeat but I have yet to find a frame I could actually afford to buy and ship to where I live

>>983464
>I mean 700c
Do you mean to imply that this is anything but a retardedly roundabout way of referring to a 622 rim diameter? There is no 700c tyre diametre (the tyre is the following digits, after the x) and fatbike tyres have a 559 bead seat. There's a reason we have iso rim diameters you know.

>>983495
Oh good, another obnoxious pedant. We didn't have enough of those on /n/.

>>983495
If you want to get pedantic then 700c refers to the bead seat diameter, even if it's not an exact description of it. All 700c tyres are 622 and all 622 tyres are 700c. The same goes for all the French sizes, they have direct ISO equivelants and in some cases the French designation happens to be more popular. It's not like 26" where there's actually like 7 different bead diameters (luckily we've all settled on just the one now).

>>983495
again, you're being a sperg but you're the one in the wrong here. the diameter of the rim by itself doesn't really give any useful insight into how the bike handles, whereas the diameter of the rim+tire does. I brought up fatbikes because a 26" fat bike does not handle the same as a 26" mtb with slicks even though they both have the same rim diameter. while I wish we lived in a world where rims and tires were measured exactly rather than with arbitrary estimations (I myself cringe a little bit every time I have to say 26"), I used the appropriate language to convey the information that I was trying to

>>983445
That's a much better proportioned mini vélo than a 406 one, aesthetically speaking.

>>983529
That's because it's not really a mini velo in the typical sense, it's child sized which means everything is shrunk down equally. Were the frame scaled up to be appropriate for an adult to ride it would look more goofy, although still less than a 20" mini velo.

It still rides reasonably well though especially if you're not too tall (I'm 5'10" so that's probably about the limit). The seat should also really be a bit higher than in that photo.

Hey guys, I'm wondering if making a 507 mini vélos is going to be any longer than a 406 mini vélo given how at 406 the chain stays can only be made so short before interfering with the chain rings anyway.

Could a 507 mini vélo be made and should it?

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cannydale's first MTBs had 26/24 which was pretty sweet

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a lot of vintage tri bikes are 650c

would make for super zippy twitchy city bike conversions... and they're pretty cheap because Tri is all about new tech... would want if I was 22 again

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>>983571
like this

>>983570
That looks highly collectible

>>983361
I wish we did actually just called rims by their size in mm. All these names are meaningless.

>>983445
Sexy bike m8 how many teeth on the big cog? Looks huge

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>>983280
>>983464
>moultons and other folding bikes can be really nice but I'd be really interested in one that didn't fold. I just don't really have any need for it to fold, it'd just add weight and complexity, but it's really incredible how much engineering goes into their bikes

Moulton bikes do not fold. The early models (I've heard them called "sticks") had a frame that was shaped like the letter "F" instead of a diamond frame, which made it easier to mount and a designed rack for carrying cargo.

Later "space-frame" models had a king-pin which when removed would separate the frame into two parts that could be more easily carried in a travel bag.

>>983464
>with slicks?
I will eventually get slicks, atm I have 2,1" sorta knobby tyres, it's not optimal, but an oldass rigid mtb wasn't meant to be a roadbike either

>>983722
It's either a 52 or 53, does look much bigger though. No idea what the freewheel is but I think it's 6 speed.

I ride a Surly ECR 29+ which is just so sick it's awesome. I also ride a Brompton which I goddamn love riding. My 700c road bike barely gets touched maybe when I do the odd audax or bunch.

Small wheels are great except on cobbles, with the caveat they need suspension like the brompton and moultoun have.

I like the resurgence of 650b/27.5, it's a great format. Surly have the right idea 700c for bigger frames, 650b/26 for smaller.

>>983538
I think you're kind of missing the point, a mini velo doesn't have that much shorter of a wheelbase than a 700c road bike because the rider still has to be pretty much fully in front of the rear hub and fully behind the front hub

a mini velo might be shorter if you're measuring them in overall length (including the diameter of the wheel) but I don't think the wheelbases are actually that short

>>983571
>>983575
these are fucking sweet, I might have to look into one of these
something like this with like a 2x6-2x8 drivetrain would make a great city bike, perfect for dealing with traffic and shit

>>983730
I didn't know that, thank you for the correction, I'll have to look into getting one

>>983776
living in a country without cobbles and looking to only ride in an urban environment, I can't imagine I'd ever need suspension

maybe if I was really old or trying to ride on 406x23s but even on the roughest roads, I'd rather be on a rigid bike than to be dealing with the extra weight and complexity of a suspension. I can't imagine a suspension would really be necessary for anything other than long training rides or touring

bumpan for more small-wheeled bike talk

what's the physics reason behind one wheel size vs another?

obviously bigger wheels have more mass and take up more space. but how about air resistance?

if smaller wheels were more popular I'd buy a mini velo, but I feel like it's not worth it because it's harder to get wheel parts, tires, tubes, etc.

another concern is striking the pedals in turns

>>985456
Larger wheels allow higher gearing (and conversely smaller ones allow lower gearing but that's generally less of an issue) and larger wheels are also less affected by rough terrain, the trade offs would be less strength, more weight, and they take up more physical room which can affect possible geometries, clearance (for larger tyres and fenders), and less suspension travel.

Smaller wheels are obviously the opposite, lighter and stronger, allow more flexibility in geometry, allow more suspension travel, and can run larger tyres.

Where do I even buy a mini velo in the EU?
it appears the only way to get one with road frame is to import from asia

>>983361
Yes he does mean 622mm, and if you were the slightest bit competent in cycling standards and teminology, you wouldn't have to ask because you would know that. 700c is synonymous with 622mm (ISO).
>>983403
Me too, 630 is based as fuck

>>983361
Fuck off you fucking downtuber

>>983901

Brompton and Moulton have small rubber blocks for suspension. It does make a big difference.

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>>983092
There's always the Cannondale Hooligan but I can't say I'm tempted.

>90s rigid MTBs with slicks
Do it! 26x2.0

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>>986071
>>983714
>That looks highly collectible
Only two were ever made.

>>986071
>>986075
man, these bikes look good! Dare i say it, but an 80cc 2 stroke or 125cc 4stroke added on and i would never need to drive again.

>>986076
Go back to /o/, cager

>>986077
hey, hey! i like my cars, and i like my bikes!

>>986078
I like my women with dicks

>>983362
sammmmeee , i am just too poor for a road bike though. i have slightly knobby tires. once they wear out ill swap for slicks

>>986076
why? you'd have a fucking deathtrap of a machine. literally just get a honda grom

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>>986303
uh, thats nice

>>986325
>literally just get a honda grom
that's sounds like a better idea

i attached screenshot of what my original post was.

>>983464
Thead is about WHEEL sizes you industrial grade retard

>>985541
>think she's competent in cycling standards
>thinks 630's are "based as fuck"

>>986463
yes, it's about wheel sizes, not rim sizes. again, the size of the rim itself does not impart meaningful information about the bike's handling

>>986463
A bike wheel is, unlike a car wheel, defined sans tyre which means wheel and rim dimensions are the same thing. 700c indeed refers to an approximate outer tyre diametre.

what are some good frames for small wheels?

>>983464
>trips to the corner store or to go somewhere and smoke weed
DUDE
WEED
LMAO

>>983445
That is one sexy bike

(308) 850-0625
(308) 370-2664
(308) 258-7617
(308) 379-3129

>>989855
bruh, what are you doing!? add the country code!

>>983280
>inexpensive
>Retail Price: $8,800

The Brompton is really the poor-mans' Moulton, they ride nice enough with the bonus of that tiny fold.

>>989888
bromptons still cost an arm and leg outside of Britain
I find their fold great but for most people it's sufficient when the bike folds in half

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Bromptoneer reporting in. Also check out the Brompton world championships.

>>992922
what kind of dynamo does it have?
I'm rebuilding a folder that takes 20inch wheels and getting those with hub dynamos would cost me more than it's worth but the only alternative is a bottle dynamo and I have mixed feelings about those

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SS & 451 tires. I used to live in a small apartment, so went with a mini velo. I use it for daily commutes, centuries, trips to the countryside. Lots of fun.

>>994339
real noice
what's that spoke card?

>>994381
From my first alleycat (was using a SS MTB for that one, but that bike got stolen)

>>992911

They're about 1500-2000 dollarydoos in Australia, which is pretty much the range for a quality commuter bike. Mine was about 2k with the shitmano dynamo hub and six-speed gears. Reliable bike and fun to ride, and packs up smaller than a 700c wheel.

>>994339
what bike is this?

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451's are pretty great.

>>994658
Mini velo. No brand, lugged high-ten steel. Probably made in Taiwan back in the mid to late 90s and exported to other Asian and Southeast Asian countries. They were pretty popular back then because they were more compact, cheaper, and used regular road bike parts (apart from the wheels).

>>994662

Looks nice. :3

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>>994662
that's rad.

>>983092
http://www.tokyobikenyc.com/
All 650c size wheels. Looks OK, but I don't dispose of enough income to get one.

>>994983
>http://www.tokyobikenyc.com/

they also have a 451 mini velo. why is it that very often bikes are not offered in black color? black is the overall best color for a bicycle.

>>995329
bikes should always be offered in 4 colors: black, cream, blood red, and racing green.

>>994304
Look at the Shimano Capreo dynohub. Specifically designed for 16-20" wheels.

>>995356
>capreo

dat 9 toof spocket

>>995331
What bike?

>>995376
It is. I built up a custom titanium folder frame with a full Capreo group for a customer just last week, including building wheels Capreo hubs front (Dyno) and rear, Velocity rims, DT spokes, Schwalbe tires, and Brooks saddle/grips. The dyno runs a Schmidt Edelux light.

Nicely finished parts, all built up well, and function well. Roughly equivalent to 9speed Deore XT in overall fit/finish/quality, i.e. Stout and reliable.

>>995454
what type of folding bike was the ti custom job you were building? i have a capreo hub laced to a velocity uriel 451mm rim. it rides great. the shifting is very smooth.

>>995496
451's, iirc. It was built by a small frame builder in Pasadena, CA... Which I thought was odd because the customer (and my shop) is located in a suburb just outside Boston MA.

>>995573
did you take any pics?

>>995624
I did not

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bike friday llama. rated to 400lbs.

>>996044
Is that a fucking carbon seatpost?

>>996045
yes it is.

>>996045
also the fork and rear swing arm are titanium. total weight is 9.2kg

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i thought this was pretty cool. if you live in spain that is.

>>996092
unlike the brompton posted above this looks pretty darn sweet
would ride

>>996094
it's stainless steel too.

>>996092

Does it have a coaster brake ?

>>996154
Looks fixed to me

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Can I get some thoughts on this bicycle? It's a Tern Verge s27h, 20" touring bike. I want to do short weekend/overnight trips. I live in LA and would combine train/bus/car to get out of the city and then start riding. Not sure how practical that is, or if the advantages are worth it over a full size touring bicycle. I think it'd also make a good around town bike, but I've never spent time on a folder. I don't think it would fit in a standard suitcase for air travel like some other models do. If it helps, I can get the bike for $1,300 USD.

>>996482
i would think that touring on a folder would be a pain. Most folders are usually undergeared even for flat ground. I'd also imagine not having a top tube would mean it's sketchy to ride out of saddle, something you'd want to do occasionally to easy the butthurt on tours

>>996482

Looks ok to me. I've heard that Terns are breddy gud bikes. I'm happy enough riding any distance on my brompton and I've read of plenty of dudes touring on folding bikes, where it's a godsend for multimoding.

If you're only riding on road, I can't see the problem.

>>996482
>>996571
NO.
Tern sucks. those bikes fucking snap in half at the folding hinge. people have been nearly killed.

once you cross the $1000 mark, get a bike friday. they are vastly superior true temper ox platinum steel bicycles that last a lifetime.

>>996482
i would never ride much less buy one of these shitty chinese robot tig welded bicycles. fuck that shit.

https://www.google.com/search?q=tern+frames+break&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwi-95jr49LOAhXDMyYKHdHGAYsQsAQIRw&biw=1063&bih=563

>>983714
UUUU

>>996482
Get a Surly Traveler's check or Trucker Deluxe. Full size breakaway frame>folder.

>>983092
>let's talk small-wheeled road bikes
Let's not.

>>996605

Why do you lie?

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>>996745
tell him it's a lie.

>>996774
yikes, checked the source and you seem to make a convincing case, not that I had any trust in chinese welding beforehand

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>>996042

WANT

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>>996044
>9.2kg

20 lbs... lol


I hope he rides it like Graeme Obree

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JAVA Freccia 451 Carbon Mini Velo Bike 20" 1 1/8" Minivelo Bicycle With S H I M A N O 105 Group 22 speed Caliper Brake
Prodct descripton:
Brand: Italy, JAVA
Material: T1000 carbon( frame, fork and seatpost)
Shifter: S H I M A N O 105 11S
Front Derailleur:S H I M A N O 105
Rear Derailleur: S H I M A N O 105
Crankset :S H I M A N O 105 11S
Cassette: S H I M A N O 105 11S
Chain :S H I M A N O 105 11S
Brakes F:S H I M A N O 105
Brake Levers :S H I M A N O 105
Saddle: Fizik
Handlebar:U N O alloy
Stem:U N O alloy
Wheelset: JAVA deca 451 aluminium wheelset , bearings, front 20H,rear 24H
Tires: CST 451 (20 1 1/8”)
Pedals: alloy bearing

>>997875
I wonder what kind of light/front rack this has
I'm looking for a front rack for my other bike and I can't find one that would allow me to mount lights this way

Almost done rebuilding my 20" wheeled folder, now I only need a seatpost and a seat
I'll post it once I'm done, hoperully

>>997877
And of course, ridiculously expensive

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>>996482
I have something similar, an XDS 20' folder. Same frame design as that.

I travelled around China for a year, bagging my bike up to go on trains and buses and then unfolding it and riding away at the destination. Sort of cycle touring but really just having a bike to ride around cities and the countryside and taking transport between cities.

It was lots of fun, I regret nothing. Only had to replace some consumables, nothing broke otherwise and me and my bags aren't light.

No idea about Tern but XDS are a quality Chinese bike company, one of the better ones here.

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>>1000985
Maybe this pic will finally be the right orientation.

>>997877
chinese shit.

>>1000990
chinese counterfeit of a made in china bike that snaps in half while riding. the irony.

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brazed steel 1987 dahon.

>>1001658
this looks all sorts of weird

>>1001687
that's what she said.

>>986315
Once they wear out, you have slicks.

>>1001656
>chinese counterfeit of a made in china bike that snaps in half while riding. the irony
It's withstood some serious riding under serious weight. I've taken it up and down mountains.

Apparently the counterfeit is better quality than the original. Maybe because it's not made for export.

>>994304
go back to bikeforums.net

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my 1992 bike friday. still going strong. best bike i've ever owned. i'm the third owner.

>>1001835
since when dynamos are bad mang?
I'm legally obliged to have lights on my bike

>>1001962
Americans think actual road safety equipment is a yuppie fashion accessory because the CPSC has dictated that a 25 cent reflector is adequate and you should be wearing white anyway, stay on the sidewalk you don't pay road tax

>>1001955
What crankset is that? Does that bike fold?

>>1001955
>>1001955
nice photography man, kinda reminds me of some 60s psych stuff

>>1001975
Not that anon but it's obviously a triple.

And no, that's not a folding bike, it's just a 'mini-velo'.

I like my folding bike (this: >>1000990) but I'm not really sure of the point of 20'ers if they don't actually fold. Being able to fold it up and bag it was the whole point of buying it in the first place.

>>1002169
>Not that anon but it's obviously a triple.
No shit, obviously the guy wanted to know the particular model.

>And no, that's not a folding bike, it's just a 'mini-velo'.
No, it does fold. Use your eyes and you'd see the obvious pivot points at the seat tube, use a tiny bit of common sense and search "friday folding bike" and you'd find plenty of photos of them folded.

I really have no idea why some people feel the need to comment on shit that they have no idea about.

>>1002178
I was just about to write the same thing

Regarding the term 'mini velo', don't the japanese use it as an umbrella term for both folding and non-folding small wheeled bikes?
While not all folders have small wheels those that do are technically mini-velos, aren't they?
Or is there some further distinction I'm not aware of?

>>1002182
Personally I wouldn't consider a small wheeled folding bike a mini velo in the same way a BMX isn't. To me a mini velo is a small wheeled version of a primarily larger wheeled bike (usually road bikes). Folding bikes are generally small wheeled bikes due to the space saving advantages they afford and the larger wheeled variants are the minority.

I suppose another way to think of it is do you need to mention the wheel size to describe the type of bike to most people? You don't with a BMX or a folder unless it's a larger wheeled variant (cruiser BMX for example).

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>>1001975
>Does that bike fold?

>>1002178
>>1002182
Ok, apparently it does. The resolution on the pic made the rear catch look like part of the FD.

>>1002182
>Regarding the term 'mini velo', don't the japanese use it as an umbrella term for both folding and non-folding small wheeled bikes?
Honestly, I haven't the term mini velo until this thread, I figure it's some marketing phrase, though it makes some sense. Seems kind of a forced meme, given that failed thread that might have just dropped off the board now.

Folders are mini-velos because they more or less have to be but since the folding part is the important part, that's what you call them.

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how bout this?
found it on sheldon's website

>>1002960

Fuck yeah!

>>1002189

Are they stable when they're folded? That's what I like about the Brompton. I'd like to get a folder for m'lady but she's got a stick up her ass about having identical bikes so I was thinking about a Friday for me and give her my Brompton.

>>1001955

Nice, is that one of those collapsing racks? I could deal with having a folder as my only bike, but I've got the space for a MTB too, which goes where folders don't.

>>1004204
doesn't look collapsible to me

>>1001955

I love those handlebars. How do they compare to other bars

>>983464
So what do you call a 622 fat bike tire size then?
700x?
Of course not,those units of "measurements" are obsolete.
But hey,using that old terminology will get you soooo much pusseyyy.
All the obese Walmart womyn will shart their cart when they see you buy that (700c wow) GMC denali,

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>mfw today I finished a folding bike I was rebuilding during the summer
pics likely tomorrow, today the lighting is shit already

No wheel will ever be the proper diameter to fit the hole in your sad pathetic souls

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>>1009356
finally got around to it
be gentle pls

i never heard from any tallbois about the mercier nano

does anyone who normally rides a 57+ frame have experience with the 54cm model?

pls

>>1010516
what a pretty little bike
you should run it fixed

>>1002960
speed demon

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>>1010802
>i never heard from any tallbois about the mercier nano

6'6"

>>1010516
Looks uncomfortable

>>1010818
it would probably be if I were any taller, but it's just right as it is
if you have any improvement suggestions I'd be happy to hear them

I was thinking of putting toe clips on it, but I'm not sure if that wouldn't be overdoing it

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>>983280

>>996042
>>997875

fuck. these bikes are primo..

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guise... let's ride..

>>1010816
is there even a point to drop bars on a mini velo?

>>1013135

Same aero gains. What are you even talking about my man babe

>>983281
>BMX bicycles are reliable and cheap to maintain.

Just get a cruiser bike. Those have the same advantages in an adult size. I gave up on BMX because it is too uncomfortable to ride far on.

>>983281
You have to be over 18 to post.

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this one looks not too goofy thus being actually buyable.

>>1013473

> oh it's another "ultimate commuter designed by non-cycling industrial design majors" episode

>>983092
650b bro right here, trek 720 conversion. I ride 38mms, VERY SMOOVE.

>>1013499
Pics of bike? I want a 650 for my next bike. Do you have trouble finding parts for upgrades?

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Folding Bikes are cute! CUTE!

>>1013497

Fucking read my mind.

They have such a hard-on for integrating lights in the frames and charging 4x what it should cost...

>>995573
Don't tell me you work at Landry's

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this bike has been so good to me.

>>1016568
where the fuck is that chain going?

>>1013499
my nigga

>>1016860
it's fucking shitmano chain slap

>>1016846
fuck yeah, I'm buying one used off ebay right now

>>1016860
derailleur
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/asobitai/item/firebirdddb166/

>>1004203
>Are they stable when they're folded?
Some are, some aren't.

My step-son has a folding mtb which has this little plastic plate under the BB which serves as a foot for it to stand on when folded.

My folder is >>1000990, when it's folded it's easy enough to wheel one handed, holding the saddle. It will stand up if I have the pedals in the right position, sometimes it falls over or comes unfolded though. It's not perfect for wheeling around train stations but it does pretty well most of the time.

>>1017042
>My step-son
Your wifes son, anon. On this board the acceptable phrasing is your wifes son.

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>>1019068
did you build this? what is that frame from?

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here's one i'm still working on. haven't got it all sorted out yet.

>>1019442
got this from a /pybt/ a couple of threads ago, ask there maybe
>>1019443
noice

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>>1019443

I've got one of these too. Best bike i've ever owned. Sub 20lbs. Very stable. Folds in seconds. Can take on train. Love it.

Are roadbikes good for climbing up hill? I only have a mountain bike and I can hardly paddle uphill. Though I am 307 pounds so that might be why

>>1020177
Hills just suck man

>>1020177
>Though I am 307 pounds so that might be why
that is definitely why, weight matters the most on hills

>>992922
>bromptoneer
No fuck you get out. Fucking fervent aspies like you are the reason more people dont ride these things.
Bromptons are sweet little bikes but its all the goddamn beardy weirdy fanboys like you who make people not want to be seen dead on one

>>1020177
Learn how to use your gears. MTBs generally have much lighter gearing, should be easy to climb as long as you take it easy on a low gear

>>1020257
Brompton riders are the mac users of bicycles.

>>1000985
What's the farthest you would ride that thing in a day?

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Has anyone here ever used an IF Reach from Pacific Cycles?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeI_8ZB6BjQ

>>1020257
I'm a fellow Brompton owner. Don't care about other fanboys or what other people are doing. I've never gotten anything but compliments on mine. I was unfolding it on the sidewalk and an old lady said it was a beautiful bike. I don't think there's anything wrong with appreciating the aesthetics of something as long as you're not overly fixated and vain about it.

Any thoughts on Downtube bikes? Seem like really good prices but I can't find many people with longterm experiences with them. Did meet some people who were on touring on them, they like them.

http://downtube.com/downtube-9fs-full-suspension-folding-bike/

>>1021636
bike in pic is not bike in video :(

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G-guy what do you think? S - should I buy it? And is folding bikes or minivelos pointless if you're like 6'3" tall?

>>1022946
>folding fatbike
Too many memes

>>1022950
>folding electric fatbike
memebike trifecta

>>1022956
Oh wow, hadn't noticed
Also
>1xMeme

>>1022946
Maximum memeing.

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Pic related is my favorite bike. Have completed many tours on it.

>>1023390

how do you find that wheel size for touring? love the look of that thing.

>>1023392
It takes a bit of getting used to when coming from a full sized wheel. But since this bike uses couplers instead of a folding mechanism, it is a nice and rigid frame. It packs into a hard case for traveling then the case becomes a trailer. Its my favorite touring set up.

>>1023395
that's a very lovely rodriguez bike. please post more pics and regale us with tales of your travels.

cheapest mini-velo/folding bike out there that's not a /complete/ piece of crap?

>>1023390
never seen anything like that, are these still being made? is that a Rholoff back there? do you always start a tour with a plane or train ride to your tour destination with the bike all packed up, or you use this bike to tour within your region, too?

>>1023411
I've been eyeing the Bikes Direct one, but I haven't seen one in the wild..

chromolly frame, 8 speed double with friction shifters, rear indexed for $300.

Getting anything workable at that price is a near miracle.

>>1021636

> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeI_8ZB6BjQ

dat crosschaining

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>I operate on another level

>>1025979
that's a complete piece of shit.

>>1025979
looks unstable

>>1025979
wat

Why is it that outside of the USA and Asia minivelos are ridiculously expensive?

>>986464
You can fuck right off with your 27x1.125 hate.