Showing posts with label M2L. Show all posts
Showing posts with label M2L. Show all posts
Sunday, November 13, 2011
City Ride
I'd missed the City Ride with LCSG a week ago as it was Hari Raya Haji, and this was a ride I really wanted to try, so I checked out the route map on Taiwoon's blog and had a relaxing morning ride with my brother. I rode on the Brompton M2L and brought the Dahon MuP8 for my brother. All pics are taken with the iPhone using the Camera+ app.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Video Rig Test
Testing my video rig. Cut short due to impending rain, but more to come, with details.
Meantime, enjoy!
Meantime, enjoy!
Monday, October 24, 2011
First LCSG Ride
This marks my first ride with LovecyclingSG.
Even before reaching the meeting point at Vivo, I'd already made some friends at Seah Im carpark. It's quite simple really; you see someone with a bike, and give a knowing smile or nod. Turns out it was their first ride too.
I was warmly greeted by Taiwoon, and walked around the group, checked out the variety of bicycles and had some small chats.
After a safety brief, we went off towards Keppel Bay. It was a first for me, riding in such a big group. There were probably 40 or so cyclists, age ranging from primary school children to retirees (my estimation) and all sorts of bicycles - road, foldies, mountain, recumbent, market...
It was really interesting going to places which I would probably never experience, and to places that I haven't been to in a long, long time.
We went from Vivo - Keppel Bay - Labrador Park - Telok Blangah (breakfast) - Hort Park (plus killer slope!) - Haw Par Villa - Vivo. Something like that.
I didn't take many pictures as I was simply focusing on enjoying the ride, but photography is definitely in the plan for future rides. Did I say future? Yes, I will definitely join this group for more rides for a variety of reasons:
Inclusivity - anyone with any type of ride is welcome. There are fast rider groups and slow rider groups. Pick yours.
Fun - the group is not too serious. There are bike experts and there are noobs like me and all sorts in between. It's ok.
Food - do I need explain?
Adventure - How much of Singapore have you seen? You cannot say there's nothing to do and nowhere to go in Singapore.
If you want to find out more about the group you can check out the forum or facebook group.
Even before reaching the meeting point at Vivo, I'd already made some friends at Seah Im carpark. It's quite simple really; you see someone with a bike, and give a knowing smile or nod. Turns out it was their first ride too.
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| Meeting point at Vivo, ready to roll. |
I was warmly greeted by Taiwoon, and walked around the group, checked out the variety of bicycles and had some small chats.
After a safety brief, we went off towards Keppel Bay. It was a first for me, riding in such a big group. There were probably 40 or so cyclists, age ranging from primary school children to retirees (my estimation) and all sorts of bicycles - road, foldies, mountain, recumbent, market...
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| Keppel Bay |
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| Keppel Bay |
It was really interesting going to places which I would probably never experience, and to places that I haven't been to in a long, long time.
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| Labrador Park - photographer's finger cameo appearance |
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| My Ride went to Hell and back, unscathed |
We went from Vivo - Keppel Bay - Labrador Park - Telok Blangah (breakfast) - Hort Park (plus killer slope!) - Haw Par Villa - Vivo. Something like that.
I didn't take many pictures as I was simply focusing on enjoying the ride, but photography is definitely in the plan for future rides. Did I say future? Yes, I will definitely join this group for more rides for a variety of reasons:
Inclusivity - anyone with any type of ride is welcome. There are fast rider groups and slow rider groups. Pick yours.
Fun - the group is not too serious. There are bike experts and there are noobs like me and all sorts in between. It's ok.
Food - do I need explain?
Adventure - How much of Singapore have you seen? You cannot say there's nothing to do and nowhere to go in Singapore.
If you want to find out more about the group you can check out the forum or facebook group.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Brompton and Dahon Folded View Comparison
Brompton LH
Brompton RH
As you can see, the folded package is very neat, with minimal protruding parts. Most importantly, the chain is not exposed on either side, which I feel adds to the friendliness of this bike should you carry it in public transport. There is little risk of another commuter getting grease from the bike.
Dahon LH
Dahon RH
The fold of the Dahon is not as elegant, and you have to be mindful of the exposed chain. Another thing to note is that I found the Brompton to be more stable in its folded state than the Dahon - when in a moving vehicle such as the MRT.
Brompton RH
As you can see, the folded package is very neat, with minimal protruding parts. Most importantly, the chain is not exposed on either side, which I feel adds to the friendliness of this bike should you carry it in public transport. There is little risk of another commuter getting grease from the bike.
Dahon LH
Dahon RH
The fold of the Dahon is not as elegant, and you have to be mindful of the exposed chain. Another thing to note is that I found the Brompton to be more stable in its folded state than the Dahon - when in a moving vehicle such as the MRT.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Dahon MuP8 and Brompton M2L folded size comparison
One of the considerations in purchasing a foldable bike is the size, after-the-fold.
First, the Brompton M2L
Next, the Dahon MuP8
Overlay
As you can see, the Brompton folds down to a reasonably smaller package, however do take note that we are comparing a 20" wheeled Dahon and a 16" wheeled Brompton.
First, the Brompton M2L
Next, the Dahon MuP8
Overlay
As you can see, the Brompton folds down to a reasonably smaller package, however do take note that we are comparing a 20" wheeled Dahon and a 16" wheeled Brompton.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Brompton Technical Workshop
The Brompton Technical Workshop was organised by Diginexx. Prior to this, I had never fiddled with a bike, and thought it was a good thing to have some technical knowledge on bike maintenance.
With clean bike!
Though some of the skills were specific to the Brompton, there were also other universal and important skills that I learnt:
Removing wheels and tyres
Replacing inner tube
Breaking and fixing up the chain
In short, it is good to attend these types of workshops for your own knowledge, and especially because you will have assistance and support during the process.
With clean bike!
Though some of the skills were specific to the Brompton, there were also other universal and important skills that I learnt:
Removing wheels and tyres
Replacing inner tube
Breaking and fixing up the chain
In short, it is good to attend these types of workshops for your own knowledge, and especially because you will have assistance and support during the process.
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