Ask a Bicycle Question - Part 5

[kiatkiat]

26" can't convert to 700c or 27.5..

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Have 2 bikes and had done both

I convert the 26" to 27.5" many years ago when people are still calling it 650B. During that time, there is still no 27.5 frame. Alot of ppl in mtbr.com are discussing method on how to convert their 26er to 650B.

PS. I still call 27.5" as 650B now

 

[xorionn]

my gf is looking for a mountain bike, budget $250-$300.. any recommendations? which shop?

 

[Cryogenist]

Just went for a 88km ride with my "semi-new" RLT 9 Steel.

 

[Sadisticnoob]

Update on bike 24 mo

My parcel has been stuck in singpost since 6 December (tracker not updating) I contacted them via phone and Facebook but their promises have been empty so far.I will probably contact them one more time to find out how to solve the issue.

Am afraid that the goods won't be here in time for Christmas . Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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[wackymaus75]

Just went for a 88km ride with my "semi-new" RLT 9 Steel.

sweet bike

 

[dilphinus]

So tempted to get a Fat Bike!

Any recommendations?

 

[rarenick]

Thinking selling my deore and xt rd, 27.5" 650b hardtail mtb

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[Cryogenist]

my gf is looking for a mountain bike, budget $250-$300.. any recommendations? which shop?

$250-$300 can probably only get you a Urata MTB.
You need at least a $500-$600 to get a entry level MTB from reputable brand like Merida or Polygon.

Update on bike 24 mo

My parcel has been stuck in singpost since 6 December (tracker not updating) I contacted them via phone and Facebook but their promises have been empty so far.I will probably contact them one more time to find out how to solve the issue.

Am afraid that the goods won't be here in time for Christmas . Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Sigh.. Singpost always must pull stunts every now and then. My bike24 package just arrived at SpeedPost.

sweet bike

Thanks.

So tempted to get a Fat Bike!

Any recommendations?

You planning to play just for fun?
There is a Monster Fat bike about $750 IRC.
Otherwise, most other fat bikes that I know of are in the 2k and above.
Specialized, Surly, some titanium fat bikes.
Edit: Cheap John have some fat bikes from Mongoose about 1k+ last I know.

 

[xorionn]

for my gf height 1.6m..

considering either http://list.qoo10.sg/item/EXCIDER-BEST-PRICE-BEST-QUALITY-24-26-INCH/420481621

or http://www.qoo10.sg/g/415471642?jaehuid=Q100085907

which one better?

 

[cyberian]

for my gf height 1.6m..

considering either http://list.qoo10.sg/item/EXCIDER-BEST-PRICE-BEST-QUALITY-24-26-INCH/420481621

or http://www.qoo10.sg/g/415471642?jaehuid=Q100085907

which one better?

Ask your gf to test ride it. This way she can feels which is better to ride on.

I prefer this shifter http://www.qoo10.sg/g/415471642?jaehuid=Q100085907

 

[Citiguy]

Update on bike 24 mo

My parcel has been stuck in singpost since 6 December (tracker not updating) I contacted them via phone and Facebook but their promises have been empty so far.I will probably contact them one more time to find out how to solve the issue.

Am afraid that the goods won't be here in time for Christmas . Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Sadisticnoob, no worries. Thank you for the update. Merry Christmas to you!

 

[dilphinus]

You planning to play just for fun?
There is a Monster Fat bike about $750 IRC.
Otherwise, most other fat bikes that I know of are in the 2k and above.
Specialized, Surly, some titanium fat bikes.
Edit: Cheap John have some fat bikes from Mongoose about 1k+ last I know.

I'm ok to spend up to S$5k but of cos the cheaper and better is it, the better for my pocket.

I'm looking at the Goliath 20, 24 and 26. Need to try the bikes for size/preference. I tried the 26 yesterday.

 

[DigDub]

highly recommended bicycle lights. $30 rrp per light. think some shops sell cheaper. headlight is super bright and has long runtime in flashing mode (12hrs). micro usb recharging. water resistant also.

 

[Nemesismaster]

highly recommended bicycle lights. $30 rrp per light. think some shops sell cheaper. headlight is super bright and has long runtime in flashing mode (12hrs). micro usb recharging. water resistant also.

Constant mode front light less than 1 hour...otherwise if only using blinking mode , for its price n brightness it's considered very good.

 

[DigDub]

Constant mode front light less than 1 hour...otherwise if only using blinking mode , for its price n brightness it's considered very good.

I thought the box states 1.5hrs for the brightest constant mode? haven't tried before in real life. but yea, its freaking bright, shine those reflective roadside signs, thought is mata cars siren flashing.

 

[Cryogenist]

I'm ok to spend up to S$5k but of cos the cheaper and better is it, the better for my pocket.

I'm looking at the Goliath 20, 24 and 26. Need to try the bikes for size/preference. I tried the 26 yesterday.

How's the Goliath 26?

I tried a titanium fat bike at the Safra Bike Carnival. I forgot the brand though. Pretty fun surprisingly. No luck with trying other fat bikes.

Right now, the following list is where I remember seeing those fat bikes before:

Specialized Fatboy-- Tay Junction Vertex
Surly (There is a few models) -- Chafie Asia / BC Bikes
Forgot the brand -- Scootz
Mongoose -- Cheap John
Trek Farley -- Treknology

 

[patcheon]

highly recommended bicycle lights. $30 rrp per light. think some shops sell cheaper. headlight is super bright and has long runtime in flashing mode (12hrs). micro usb recharging. water resistant also.

Have been using the front light for sometime liao. Some bros here have seen it during the edmw rides and had commented that it is very bright despite its smallish size. I mostly use it in blinking mode other than hitting sudden unexpected unlit patch mid ride, then I turn it onto constant mode.

 

[dilphinus]

How's the Goliath 26?

I tried a titanium fat bike at the Safra Bike Carnival. I forgot the brand though. Pretty fun surprisingly. No luck with trying other fat bikes.

Right now, the following list is where I remember seeing those fat bikes before:

Specialized Fatboy-- Tay Junction Vertex
Surly (There is a few models) -- Chafie Asia / BC Bikes
Forgot the brand -- Scootz
Mongoose -- Cheap John
Trek Farley -- Treknology

I quite like it. Can't compare cos it's the first fat bike I've tried.

 

[TheoDR]

Just went for a 88km ride with my "semi-new" RLT 9 Steel.

Looks good!

 

[Citiguy]

highly recommended bicycle lights. $30 rrp per light. think some shops sell cheaper. headlight is super bright and has long runtime in flashing mode (12hrs). micro usb recharging. water resistant also.

How much is it? And where is the place selling them?