tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post5873595422056932753..comments2024-03-29T10:28:26.358+08:00Comments on Hands On Bike: Journey of the Boardwalk: Part 9 (Upgrades from Taiwan)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-15716772282847390842017-07-04T12:16:47.071+08:002017-07-04T12:16:47.071+08:00Hi Steve,
Where do you get the wheelsport wheelse...Hi Steve,<br /><br />Where do you get the wheelsport wheelset? ThanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07289453095857584163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-11509104058661988102016-08-30T14:54:59.158+08:002016-08-30T14:54:59.158+08:00For Shimano road 11 speed drivetrain, you can get ...For Shimano road 11 speed drivetrain, you can get the SL-RS700 flat handlebar shifters.<br />As for the wheelset, you can try to get 11 speed Controltech wheelset from Thorusa.com.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-24855462660861644692016-08-29T10:40:05.551+08:002016-08-29T10:40:05.551+08:00Hi Steve, I was trying to get info here in Argenti...Hi Steve, I was trying to get info here in Argentina, asI would like to upgrade my Tern D8, to a 105, 5800 11 speed drivetrain from Shimano, but I do not know what type of flat handlebar shifters could I use? since I can only find Dual Control levers, can you suggest something? thanks in advance, also, which wheelset would you suggest for the 11 speed 105 Shimano? thanks in advanceGermanelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17246988963743203392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-63031260394849110542015-09-09T10:23:58.542+08:002015-09-09T10:23:58.542+08:00If the frame and fork has V brake mounts then you ...If the frame and fork has V brake mounts then you can. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-34950791856110966932015-09-09T00:31:36.988+08:002015-09-09T00:31:36.988+08:00hi, can a java mini velo change to a V brake inste...hi, can a java mini velo change to a V brake instead of the current disc brake ?<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00100047326473180797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-68006004241171012652015-08-10T20:25:11.757+08:002015-08-10T20:25:11.757+08:00It refers to the Over Locknut Distance (OLD) of th...It refers to the Over Locknut Distance (OLD) of the hubs, which means the width of the hubs when installed on the bike.<br /><br />Road bikes have a front hub OLD of 100mm, and a rear hub OLD of 130mm. Some folding bikes such as Dahon/Tern have a narrower front OLD of 74mm.<br /><br />Before getting the wheelset, check the frame to make sure that the wheelset you get will fit the frame.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-6241610236515859722015-08-10T19:35:29.749+08:002015-08-10T19:35:29.749+08:00Wondering if anyone could tell me what does Hub 74...Wondering if anyone could tell me what does Hub 74/130 and 100/130 mean?<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-41317839426400204822015-04-01T10:07:29.341+08:002015-04-01T10:07:29.341+08:00If you also change to slim tires such as Kojak or ...If you also change to slim tires such as Kojak or Durano, this speed increase should be doable. <br /><br />If change to 451 wheels, you will need longer V brakes or v brake adaptors. Can check with MyBikeShop for the parts. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-38244031206904131872015-04-01T09:34:05.883+08:002015-04-01T09:34:05.883+08:00Thanks for the reply.
Am looking for 3-5 km/h gain...Thanks for the reply.<br />Am looking for 3-5 km/h gain in speed. Achievable?<br />One more question, are you aware if using 451 wheelset, would my existing V-brakes be usable?<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-4541772466563229272015-03-31T18:38:43.697+08:002015-03-31T18:38:43.697+08:00Define significant?
The Wheelsport Sunny wheelset...Define significant?<br /><br />The Wheelsport Sunny wheelset is betteer than the Kinetix Comp, there is no question about that. It is lighter in weight and also smoother rolling. There will definitely be an improvement, but how much is hard to quantify. All I can say is that the difference is big enough to be felt.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-75082969219582411792015-03-31T14:17:06.766+08:002015-03-31T14:17:06.766+08:00Hi, currently I'm using Kinetix comps wheelset...Hi, currently I'm using Kinetix comps wheelset. From your experience, will changing to Wheelsport sunny wheelset yield a significant improvement in performance with regards to acceleration and speed?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-85139180873072415562015-03-25T07:36:54.898+08:002015-03-25T07:36:54.898+08:00Sorry I can't remember where I got the gold ca...Sorry I can't remember where I got the gold cable outer casings. Probably have to try online sources such as Taobao. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-58027144112952160782015-03-25T04:10:39.797+08:002015-03-25T04:10:39.797+08:00Hi! may I know how or where u changed ur brake cab...Hi! may I know how or where u changed ur brake cables to gold color?<br />I would like to change the color of my cables too on my Boardwalk.. blurgal35https://www.blogger.com/profile/16465888051986827963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-10381878932098738292014-11-04T18:25:27.000+08:002014-11-04T18:25:27.000+08:00Nope not compatible. Headset and frame design is d...Nope not compatible. Headset and frame design is different.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-40735429854827424242014-11-04T16:15:14.812+08:002014-11-04T16:15:14.812+08:00Do you know if I can change the handlepost for eco...Do you know if I can change the handlepost for eco3 to one of those from Fnhon? Compatible?<br />nicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-25532521753838200612014-11-04T07:59:14.200+08:002014-11-04T07:59:14.200+08:00I think it is not wise to upgrade the Eco 3 as the...I think it is not wise to upgrade the Eco 3 as the frame is not a frame worth upgrading. The joints and handlepost are of lower quality than the newer models.<br /><br />My suggestion is to ride the bike as it is, or sell the Eco 3 and get a new bike to upgrade.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-63815543776786790502014-11-03T22:35:36.397+08:002014-11-03T22:35:36.397+08:00Dahon eco3. I have changed tyres to Kojak and they...Dahon eco3. I have changed tyres to Kojak and they do roll better. Was thinking of further changing the wheelset for even better speed but reluctant to change the entire drivetrain. Is it better to find a freehub 7-speed cassette instead?nicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-58537277922456464312014-11-03T21:55:15.432+08:002014-11-03T21:55:15.432+08:00You can install an 8 speed cassette on the Wheelsp...You can install an 8 speed cassette on the Wheelsport Sunny rear hub. The shifting components and drivetrain will also need to be 8 speed, which means an 8 speed shifter, RD and chain. What bike are you riding and what are the current shifters and RD?tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-31367591905302834612014-11-03T15:27:40.221+08:002014-11-03T15:27:40.221+08:00Hi,
I m thinking of changing to wheelsport sunny o...Hi,<br />I m thinking of changing to wheelsport sunny on my 7-speed bike which is a freewheel. Can I use a 8-speed cassette for the sunny? As 7-speed cassette are hard to find now. Will there be any shifting issue? <br /><br />Thanks.nicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-49123806801104037782014-07-18T21:09:13.775+08:002014-07-18T21:09:13.775+08:00Thanks! That it's a cap and not a spacer is an...Thanks! That it's a cap and not a spacer is an important distinction that I was having difficulty understanding.paulbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749683546064280367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-69125459210661709212014-07-17T07:10:56.721+08:002014-07-17T07:10:56.721+08:00That is not actually a spacer, but sort of a cap t...That is not actually a spacer, but sort of a cap that allows the handlepost to rest on the compression ring of the headset. If you change it out you need to replace it with one that has the same design. It is made of aluminum.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-31103693456568330412014-07-17T01:22:39.587+08:002014-07-17T01:22:39.587+08:00You mention using the gold spacer, the one that fi...You mention using the gold spacer, the one that fits between the headset and handlepost. Do you recall if the original was rubber or steel? I'm trying to figure out if they are interchangeable, or whether one must stick with the original type.paulbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749683546064280367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-85552820093239322052013-10-03T06:43:29.564+08:002013-10-03T06:43:29.564+08:00Both upgrading the tires and the wheelset will red...Both upgrading the tires and the wheelset will reduce the weight and and improve the rolling ability. So either one will be fine. Although it is more convenient to do it at one go, so that you don't need to install and remove the tires again.<br /><br />Yes the wheelset OLD is 74/130mm.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-15180848443970138912013-10-02T21:49:53.848+08:002013-10-02T21:49:53.848+08:00hi, I am thinking of upgrading the tyres and whee...hi, I am thinking of upgrading the tyres and wheel sets my Tern D8. I have two questions. 1) Will there be an increase in rolling performance and weight if I change the tyres to Kojak first, and changing the wheel set later? 2) for the wheel set, it is 74 /130 right and not 100/135?<br /><br />Thank you for your advice. I enjoyed reading your blog.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12726743236285642987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-4418185248571240092013-02-25T20:29:42.635+08:002013-02-25T20:29:42.635+08:00Yes this is the most common bb shell specification...Yes this is the most common bb shell specifications and a standard Dahon will fit that bbtylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.com