Today I install snow tires/off road tires on my bad weather folding bike. Hopefully this helps me with traction in the snow. #zizzo #foldingbike #winterriding
I'm 75 years old and looking for an easier bike to ride. You videos are helping a lot. Ideally I would like a 24" wheel but there are no bikes for adults in that wheel size with shifting capabilities. Zizzo seems to be the best bike on the market. Zizzo's ability to ride on dirt roads and trails is a big plus.
@@ibikeunfolded I ride Kenda Crakpot 20 inch tires (low budget) on my every day e bike. After 1600 kilometers the first puncture because of a glass pane. Even expensive Schwalbe tires would have been punctured by that. Sorry for my poor English, but I hope you understand what I want to express.
I bought some of this on the off season for less than $5 a can. I have not used it yet, but it may work ok under fenders and such. If you have coconut oil, it is a solid below about 76F, so warm it up and brush it on under the fenders and critical places. It works very well on snow shovels. Note though, it may get messy in the summer (melts), you would want to wipe it off. DuPont Teflon Snow and Ice Repellant, currently $12.62 on Amazon. I paid $4.23 a can last August, LOL.
brrrr..thanks ..your last shot against the white rough plastered wall looks like your laid on your back in the snow to get your final points over to us..May you stay warm, rolling and upright
Great video. I just love the quiet snowy city streetscape and your badass trek into the frozen wintery night. I just bought the Liberté also. And the first thing I want to do is put on wider tires. Do you think a 20 inch x 2.25 freestyle BMX tire would be a good do it all option? I saw a Bell brand with a layer of Kevlar which looks like it wouldn't have too much rolling resistance and yet grippier than the tires that come with the Liberté. Model: 10045 Bell Sports Freestyle BMX Tire with Kevlar Layer, 20" Black
Very nice VLOG, Brian. You're one of the guys actually out in the winter arena, not at your keyboard in a warm home. Question--do you think a 3-speed internally-geared hub would fare well in the winter environment? I was thinking it might be a bit cleaner than the rear cluster and external derailleur. Also, what are your thoughts on the 20-inch Zizzo wheels vs the 16-inch wheels on the Brompton? Stay safe out there. All the best...
I swap mines to BMX knobbys. Tan walls and the ride quality is definitely better. The stock tires were super bouncy. I weigh 210 so that could play a factor. But I placed thorn guards in the tires and it's been smooth sailing. Currently looking at single speed conversion kits. I'm not really a gear guy
As i‘m new in the „folding bike club“😂 i‘m not into tyres of that size.... I have Schwalbe Marathon on my winter bikes-race bike and Birdy-they really do their job. But they’re soo heavy....As we know the rotating mass of the wheels is important for speed and acceleration -I definetly need slicks for the summer time! So tyres are a good topic.As a messenger you need to change the tyres much quicker-about twice as often as a 28’....So smaller tyres die twice as fast and often they are more expensive...🤔🚴💦 🤙
I have about 6 schwalbe tires for my Brompton in my closet at home. I keep many on hand so when I need to change a tire they are there. One day I hope I can try out a birdy bike as I hear they are awesome....😃👍
Another great video Brian. Are you familiar with Bar Mitts for your handlebars? They really work well in cold weather. You should see if FFB can gat them for you. Be safe.
Did you have any problems mounting those on the narrow rims...I would like to mount some bmx street tires on mine... just curios.... Great ******* channel man.
Thank you, and yes it’s an 8 speed model. I am liking this bike more than I thought I would. I plan to do more off road riding this summer on the zizzo
I changed over to Schwalbe, big apple tires, and I’ve been having problems with pinch flats ever since the rims seem too deep for the tubes that I’m using and it seems like the tube does not seat properly against the wheel. Has anyone else had this problem? I’d really like to run wider tires with these rims. I’m surprised it has not been an issue for anyone else.
What is the name and number for those tires? I am waiting for my Zizzo forte 2023 to arrive . I will need winter tires probably for next year as of now I think the winter is over. I usually use Amazon for orders.
I wonder how the Birdy bike fairs in foul weather. It too has a version with 20" rims, but use disc brakes instead. I think you can throw in Schwalbe Big Apples on them without worrying about the clearances in the V brakes coz it's got none. I wouldn't say the Birdy is a beater coz it costs just as much as a Brompton, but it is a nicer alternative for those who like nice things.
@@9canadianboy I wouldn’t say it’s x3. Here in Australia they cost the same for the cheaper models. The higher-end models of the Birdy cost more than standard 6spd Brompton, but about $CAD/AUD 600-800 less than the Brompton Ti super-light. (CAD is close enough to AUD). Benefit with a Birdy is you have more options for off road/ rough terrain. Brompton fold is still unrivalled.
I don’t know that much about birdy, but they seem to have many optional builds which cover a wide range of riding. The moulton however, they can range from two thousand- ten thousand, depending on options and customization. I have tried out a moulton before, maybe I will share that footage soon.
I know this is old, but I just got a zizzo via and it fits nicely in front of my 2021 cascadia passenger seat. The bike seat leans against the grab bar nicely to keep it in place.
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A classy piece of work. Thanks.
I'm 75 years old and looking for an easier bike to ride. You videos are helping a lot. Ideally I would like a 24" wheel but there are no bikes for adults in that wheel size with shifting capabilities. Zizzo seems to be the best bike on the market. Zizzo's ability to ride on dirt roads and trails is a big plus.
You're awesome
Thanks for the great videos. You're a good man
Thanks, I really appreciate you...👍😃
Nice one Brian. Glad that the tyres worked out well in the end! Stay Safe!
Thank you. Safety is always the goal.😃👍
Another interesting and well thought out video - thanks Brian - Stay Safe 🙌😁
Thank you. I will try to stay safe, but sometimes I think Denver drivers are aiming for me.😬
Glad to see the beater bike holding up great video as always see you on the flip side 🤟🤟
The bike is working out much better than expected. This summer I am going to try it on the trails.👍
BMX style.
Interesting video again. I love those videos with testing out new gear and tires.
Best wishes to you from Germany
Thank you. Yes, for a budget set up, I think this bike with these tires works quite well.
@@ibikeunfolded I ride Kenda Crakpot 20 inch tires (low budget) on my every day e bike. After 1600 kilometers the first puncture because of a glass pane. Even expensive Schwalbe tires would have been punctured by that. Sorry for my poor English, but I hope you understand what I want to express.
I bought some of this on the off season for less than $5 a can. I have not used it yet, but it may work ok under fenders and such. If you have coconut oil, it is a solid below about 76F, so warm it up and brush it on under the fenders and critical places. It works very well on snow shovels. Note though, it may get messy in the summer (melts), you would want to wipe it off.
DuPont Teflon Snow and Ice Repellant, currently $12.62 on Amazon. I paid $4.23 a can last August, LOL.
Great short films , looks cold out there!
Oh, it was really cold. Lucky the cold doesn’t bother me too much.
Great video again Brian. Really like the music. The city looks very quiet to. Hope you are well. From England.
Thank you, I have been trying to change up the music a bit as many people complain about my personal choices😁
@@ibikeunfolded music is just fine.
Yay! Successful budget fix!
I know right. I love budget solutions😃
Great video, well done, stay safe and god bless
Thank you, I appreciate you being here😃👍
brrrr..thanks ..your last shot against the white rough plastered wall looks like your laid on your back in the snow to get your final points over to us..May you stay warm, rolling and upright
Thank you, I was tired in the final shot. I did bicycle messenger work for several hours up to that point which was quite cumbersome out in the snow.
Great video. I just love the quiet snowy city streetscape and your badass trek into the frozen wintery night. I just bought the Liberté also. And the first thing I want to do is put on wider tires. Do you think a 20 inch x 2.25 freestyle BMX tire would be a good do it all option? I saw a Bell brand with a layer of Kevlar which looks like it wouldn't have too much rolling resistance and yet grippier than the tires that come with the Liberté.
Model: 10045 Bell Sports Freestyle BMX Tire with Kevlar Layer, 20" Black
Very nice VLOG, Brian. You're one of the guys actually out in the winter arena, not at your keyboard in a warm home. Question--do you think a 3-speed internally-geared hub would fare well in the winter environment? I was thinking it might be a bit cleaner than the rear cluster and external derailleur. Also, what are your thoughts on the 20-inch Zizzo wheels vs the 16-inch wheels on the Brompton? Stay safe out there. All the best...
Hi Brian your life is full on I also would like to know what tyre pressures you have tried as it can affect the grip in the snow.
Hey Brian, thanks so much for that testing, I've been wondering if the switch of tires was worth while.
I swap mines to BMX knobbys. Tan walls and the ride quality is definitely better. The stock tires were super bouncy. I weigh 210 so that could play a factor. But I placed thorn guards in the tires and it's been smooth sailing. Currently looking at single speed conversion kits. I'm not really a gear guy
Turin cycles is legendary in Chicago where they originally started...
The bike looks good with the chunky tyres on
Yes, I think so....plus they will work great for trail riding this summer.
As i‘m new in the „folding bike club“😂 i‘m not into tyres of that size....
I have Schwalbe Marathon on my winter bikes-race bike and Birdy-they really do their job.
But they’re soo heavy....As we know the rotating mass of the wheels is important for speed and acceleration -I definetly need slicks for the summer time!
So tyres are a good topic.As a messenger you need to change the tyres much quicker-about twice as often as a 28’....So smaller tyres die twice as fast and often they are more expensive...🤔🚴💦 🤙
I have about 6 schwalbe tires for my Brompton in my closet at home. I keep many on hand so when I need to change a tire they are there. One day I hope I can try out a birdy bike as I hear they are awesome....😃👍
Another great video Brian. Are you familiar with Bar Mitts for your handlebars? They really work well in cold weather. You should see if FFB can gat them for you. Be safe.
I have heard about them but I haven’t tried any. Good idea, I will check into that.😃👍
Well done for going back out. How many miles did you do. It looked awful.
Did you have any problems mounting those on the narrow rims...I would like to mount some bmx street tires on mine... just curios.... Great ******* channel man.
RIP Turin Bicycles Denver. It closed in 2022 . I read the story on Denverite .
I really enjoy your channel. INice to hear the Zizzo is working out for you.
Is it the eight speed liberte model?
Thank you, and yes it’s an 8 speed model. I am liking this bike more than I thought I would. I plan to do more off road riding this summer on the zizzo
You should get the Zizzo Forte. It’s the Toughest Model they have.
Looks knarly
How cold does it get where you are in Celsius? It's -7 Celsius here in new york with 20 mph wind. No long rides for me as long as this keeps up.
Thanks for showing BROMPTON clogged up in snow. I'm definitely not riding in snow on a BROMPTON.
Yeah, that was a pain. Also the chain for the internal 3 speed hub froze and I couldn’t shift at all. Open wheel tires are better for snow.
Love the video! Which model Zizzo was that? Forte, Campo, Urbano etc?... thanks!
I think it was the Liberté
wish we had a Tern dealer store here in my town, we have a dealer but its 2 hours by bike,
Where are those flashing headlights from?
Nice roomy shop. You could try out bikes in there, no trouble.
Yeah, it’s big, but expensive😬
@@ibikeunfolded Only if you buy something, (grin).
sweet dreams!
Thanks, but that night I don’t think I had good dreams😬
Swarbe do spiked tyres for Brompton, so they must do them in 20 inch
Did you use the same high pressure innertube that came with the bike or did you change it to a lower pressure innertube?
I changed over to Schwalbe, big apple tires, and I’ve been having problems with pinch flats ever since the rims seem too deep for the tubes that I’m using and it seems like the tube does not seat properly against the wheel. Has anyone else had this problem? I’d really like to run wider tires with these rims. I’m surprised it has not been an issue for anyone else.
What air pressure do you put on those new tires for bad weather and snow situations?
I kept about 45 psi or 310 kpa. The bike seemed to do ok with that air pressure.
What is the name and number for those tires? I am waiting for my Zizzo forte 2023 to arrive . I will need winter tires probably for next year as of now I think the winter is over. I usually use Amazon for orders.
Can the Zizzo fit a 22-24inch tire?
I wonder how the Birdy bike fairs in foul weather. It too has a version with 20" rims, but use disc brakes instead. I think you can throw in Schwalbe Big Apples on them without worrying about the clearances in the V brakes coz it's got none. I wouldn't say the Birdy is a beater coz it costs just as much as a Brompton, but it is a nicer alternative for those who like nice things.
I thought Birdies were about 3x the cost of a Brompton. More in line with a Moulton
@@9canadianboy I wouldn’t say it’s x3. Here in Australia they cost the same for the cheaper models. The higher-end models of the Birdy cost more than standard 6spd Brompton, but about $CAD/AUD 600-800 less than the Brompton Ti super-light. (CAD is close enough to AUD). Benefit with a Birdy is you have more options for off road/ rough terrain. Brompton fold is still unrivalled.
I don’t know that much about birdy, but they seem to have many optional builds which cover a wide range of riding. The moulton however, they can range from two thousand- ten thousand, depending on options and customization. I have tried out a moulton before, maybe I will share that footage soon.
Did you ever do a full review on this bike?
Been working on it, but I had so much to say it was almost 30 mins long. I am trying to shorten it before I upload.
Hi Brian ! are you running with your tyres slightly deflated for better traction ?
Yes, I ran about 45 psi or 310 kpa. That pressure seemed to do ok.
I tried running my Brompton with deflated tyres but it didn't work out , shame brompton don't make winter 16 '' nobbles
Cheaper tires can be upgraded with a 15$ dollar fix. Inner tire guards. Riding a whole year and no flats
Hmm will that bike fit in front of the passenger seat of a freightliner cascadia when folded .
I know this is old, but I just got a zizzo via and it fits nicely in front of my 2021 cascadia passenger seat. The bike seat leans against the grab bar nicely to keep it in place.
Why?
Can we see some video you delivering
I must be crazy. I ride my Schwalbe durano racing tyres in all conditions. I just go slower. And will walk the bike down hills.
Turn, not Tern.