is that part even removeable?

i thought when you buy a new seatpost, the saddle rail clamp would come along. i didnt know the saddle clamp can be removed and swapped.

i bought my litepro seatpost, it came with the clamp





when you first said seatpost clamp i was thinking of this :



This post has been edited by andrewhtf: Jul 10 2020, 10:15 AM

for a foldie that is FAST!

i can only sustain 17-18kmh at best effort on my foldie

what is your purpose of a foldie?

speed? tour? or just taman ride?

OK here's my thoughts :

1) Tern C8 - well it's Tern. I have no comment since i have no experience with it but in general, ppl say it's a good brand, specialising in foldies so it is backed by experience. However i have recently read of cases where there are cracks occuring on different part of the frames. again i cant provide an informed comment.

2) XDS K2 - also a common brand, it is most seen among MTB. from the spec it seems impressive, Sora FD RD, hydraulic disc brakes, 20-incher and comparatively lighter than others in the list.

3) Trs Bliss - 24-incher. larger tyre can say allow you to ride faster than smaller wheel foldies, but 24-inch tyres are hard to come by and choices are limited, if you are looking to source them from local shops. not as portable after folding compared to 16- and 20-inchers but if you hardly need to fold then it wouldnt matter.

4) Trinx Flybird - the frame shape reminds me of KHS. 16 speed . if around same price i would go for XDS K2 instead

5) Raleigh Evo - no experience but i have owned a raleigh Ugo with almost similar spec. it seemed touring ready with the rear rack, looks solid but i have to first tell you it is comparatively heavy. good if you're looking to train your legs. maybe you'll get used to it after a while and wont have issue with the weight.

for bicycle, specs can be changed and upgraded. tambah duit saja mah.

go with the brand, with known manufacturer's support/guarantee.

adoi, macam mana la korang boleh cycle 100km semua...
aku naik 30+ pun dah rasa letih2 lenguh2

yesterday i was in an LBS, see selle royale smp, rm400+

mohon link pls

How does your current saddle looks like?

How does it look like from top?

Wah if this thin t-shape one also can cause chafing at the back of thigh, i don't know what kind of saddle could be of help...

Have you tried tilting the saddle forward down a little? Or move it half a cm to the back?

Truvativ. I had one on my previous MTB after the stock seatpost went all scratched and paint rubbed off. Good quality.

Plastic folding pedal are made with economical cost in mind.

Any seal bearing pedals are an improvement.

In fact if you use a platform pedal you'll enjoy the extra stability too although it would look odd on a foldie

i have no idea about DECA or DECAF sorry there.

451 is bigger in diameter, that's for sure. the tyres are not interchangable. although you can forcefully strap a 406 tube into a 451 wheel, but why use the wrong tool for the wrong purpose?

with all things (gear ratio and leg output power) being equal, you will travel slightly faster on 451 than 406.

nope. not same.

but as lucifah said, 451 tyres are not hard to find. but only lesser choice in models compared to 406 from what i see.

however if you put on a quality branded tyre, you dont have to change tyres often anyway so what's the concern? some bicycles i see has been owned 6-7 years and never change tyre since the day out from shop.

You want speed? Tern eclipse x20

Oh below rm2k.... Java Ira

kthxbye

Ira is quite a worthy foldie actually, chromoly frame with carbon fork for less than rm2k even tern/Dahon don't offer such package at this price.

just that riding in Taman alone is not maximising the value only. As long as you're happy with the Bicycle, peduli apa orang kata.

It was said that chromoly is stiffer than alloy and hence better efficiency in energy transfer, less energy loss in the long run from joints twisting with every pedal stroke.

Meanwhile carbon forks can absorb road vibes better than alloy/steel forks so less numbness to the palm and wrists

Anyway for a regular taman rider we won't be able to notice the difference immediately lah. Just buy whichever you fancy and pedal away.

Unless if you have intention to do serious mileages, then only we pay attention to different type of foldies and pricing

i have not seen one live or test ride one so i cannot comment on it.

but see specs macam very impressive.

Betul betul betul

Raleigh Ugo that I bought in 2012 cost me rm650, yesterday I read on FB got shop asking for rm1.3k

Gila.

Kalau nak ikutkan hati, nak je aku jual that Ugo for some profit, and hold the cash for when ppl start selling. Upgred babeh!