Great product!

Columba Folding Shimano Black SP26S_BLK

As a folding bike, that is the primary design element, and it is assumed that one is looking for a folding bike. I previously used a Schwinn Loop 7-Speed Folding Bike, which I found very useful, but ultimately found it slower than I desired and more work to use, although I was pleased with that bike, I felt I had the room for a larger folding bike to gain additional speed and ease of riding.

It is a little over 30 lbs, and generally as described and seen in the pictures. There should be no surprises. It is not something one would carry around much, but it is a good bike which one can more easily store in doors and transport by vehicle.

This bike is a good deal. The service from the shipper is seemingly top quality. However, when ordering a bike online, one must be prepared to do assembly and adjustments as needed. While my bike arrived without any issues and no damage, small adjustments were necessary for perfect operation. So keep that in mind when ordering a bike. One can always have an experienced bicycle technician work on it as well. Since it folds, it is easier to transport by vehicle.

For my uses, I added accessories, although I did not swap any parts. To make this useful for me, I added my Schwinn Quick Release Wire Basket to the handle bars, as well as a Bell Dawn Patrol LED Headlight as I ride at night often.

To the rear, I added a Schwinn Alloy Rear Rack, and to that I attached a Wald #582 Folding Rear Mounted Bike Basket (with zip ties), and a RavX Rack Light Rear Mounted Light, which is particularly useful as it mounts to the rack directly.

Now, it is very useful for shopping and can carry quite a lot. It is a pleasant ride and its folding ability does not seem to impact the riding experience for a bike of this design and weight.

I store it only folded at the frame, although one can also fold the peddles, and easily loosen the handlebars and lower the seat completely. The pictures I have uploaded show the end of an actual grocery shopping trip and it folded up. Also, the security measures I have are shown.

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Nautilus 100323 E514c Elliptical Trainer

The elliptical was packaged and shipped quite well. I could schedule home delivery according to my convenience, and was delivered on time.

Assembly instructions are clear and simple. The nuts and bolts are packed to make it even easier. Some bolts have to be screwed where the allen key does not fit. You can only do it by by removing the key after every quarter turn, and it can take a good 10 minutes per bolt. Took more than 2 hours for the complete assembly.

Being below-average height (5'4"), my main concern was the stride and moving hand bar dimensions. Majority of the professional ellipticals (in my previous gym) were little too big and I could not use the moving hand bars at all. This elliptical is super-perfect for my height, and I can comfortably grab the top of the moving hand bar without stretching or leaning forward.

The stride is comfortable and the foot pedals are large enough to adjust foot position according to individual comfort.

The machine is solid and very well built. I have it on carpet (like new) with 1/2" thick foam mats on top, and the machine does not shake or sway at all. It is quite heavier than I am (hey, not bragging), so this is not a big deal I guess.

Overall, excellent value for money and works perfectly.

My only complaint so far: It shows far less calories burnt than my gym's elliptical - for the same weight, age, bpm and speed. At 150 bpm rate my gym elliptical shows at least 400 cals burnt for 30 minutes workout. This machine does not even reach 100 cals. I would burn 900 cals per hour (yummm... triple chocolate cake) at the gym and now I am burning 190 cals per hour (ugh... a banana), which is kinda disappointing.

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Great mouse!

Belkin Mobile Retractable Mouse Grey

I purchased this one as a spare. I had purchased one in blue and it lasted for 2 years, without a problem, but then one day, the red light didn't come on...you could shake it and the light would flash...but it was a "no go". I went to the Belkin site and discovered that you can return it for a replacement. I even registered the mouse at the same time that I went in to fill out the return paperwork. It took about 5 min., they email you a return number, a form to add to the package, a mailing lable with the return number showning.
I mailed it in a old, tiny recycled bubble envelope. It cost us $1.95 for postage and I received it in about 10 days. They replaced it and I now have a new mouse that cost $1.95. They honored their guarantee and I was extremely impressed with their company.
SO all of you who are complaining about your mouse...go to the belkin web site, fill out the form and return it. I'm surprised you folks didn't think of that.
Just to add, it is a little mouse...perfect for travel. My husband has big hands and he has no problem with it. I think he likes it more than I do, 'cause he really missed it and grumbled a lot until we received the new one.
I would recommend this to anyone looking for a small mouse. No problems with the retractable cord, the wheel, or the left and right click buttons and never had any probs until it just stopped dead.

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Another good Topeak product

Topeak Modula Modified Bicycle Waterbottle

Got the Micro LED 20 Green, 7ft Long on Silver Wire to decorate my small indoor coffee tree. They look so cute; a nice accent in the evening when we have the house lights low. The wire is indeed ultra thin, and it's the type of wire that will hold a shape, so I was able to "weave" the wires into the greenery and it's not noticeable, even in daylight. These lights would be great for costumes. They operate three AA batteries which are encased in a small plastic box with an easy on/off switch. I sort of wished I'd ordered a longer string, because once they were wound around in the tree, I saw that 7 feet didn't go quite as far as I thought it would. But they still look great. Have been using them pretty regularly for a month now and so far, so good. Will definitely order again from this seller.

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Lit it up!

Green Lights Operated Silver Wire

Got the Micro LED 20 Green, 7ft Long on Silver Wire to decorate my small indoor coffee tree. They look so cute; a nice accent in the evening when we have the house lights low. The wire is indeed ultra thin, and it's the type of wire that will hold a shape, so I was able to "weave" the wires into the greenery and it's not noticeable, even in daylight. These lights would be great for costumes. They operate three AA batteries which are encased in a small plastic box with an easy on/off switch. I sort of wished I'd ordered a longer string, because once they were wound around in the tree, I saw that 7 feet didn't go quite as far as I thought it would. But they still look great. Have been using them pretty regularly for a month now and so far, so good. Will definitely order again from this seller.

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Fits Nexus 4 well

Horizontal Executive Leatherette Smartphone SumacLife

I just received this case, but I have an identical case to fit an older and smaller phone that I have had for about 5 years. I am replacing that case with this one to accommodate a new larger phone.
1. The leather inside the case is very smooth which is perfect for a delicate phone.
2. The latch is magnetic so no fear of cracking the screen by pressing too hard to close a snap.
3. The belt connector can slip over a belt or have the belt threaded through it for a more secure connection. This is an important feature for me as I have had lesser phone cases that only slip on the belt and all too easily slip off the belt while sitting at a restaurant.
4. It holds the phone horizontally which is more comfortable when sitting.
5. It is easy to access the phone when driving than carrying in pants pocket.

Update 1/2/2013
Added pictures above of Nexus 4 with S-line case inserted in the case.

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Good stuff!

Wet Platinum Silicone Personal Lubricant

My wife recently bought me this book for my birthday, keeping up with my ever increasing interest in cycling for pleasure. Perhaps her purchase was spurred on by my compatriot, Bradley Wiggins, recent Tour de France win and my obsession with tracking my rides on my beloved single speed bike on my iPhone.

For some reason she did not think I would like this book; was unsure if I would like the writing style or content. She could not have been more wrong. On a plane heading to London, I was conscious of laughing out loud at page after page. The Bike Snob is very funny. Whether discussing the history of biking or classifying various types of urban cyclist, his relaxed and humorous style really works. Throughout however the Bike Snob's passion for cycling ties together his often wandering stream of consciousness narratives. I read Bicyling magazine, but in the Bike Snob I recognized myself, a shared love of cycling around Manhattan and Brooklyn for no other reason than to be out on a bike (Bike Snob is a New Yorker), and someone who is not above being honest about something so simple, cheap and easily accessible.

A superbly written, funny book.

(I now read the Bike Snob's blog religiously too).

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