# Strida Forum **URL:** https://www.stridaforum.com/c/strida-forum/5.md?page=4 [Latest](https://www.stridaforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.stridaforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.stridaforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 5 --- ## [How do I get the bottom bracket out?](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/how-do-i-get-the-bottom-bracket-out/1389)
**Author:** [@coupersetique](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/coupersetique)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2023, 3:42pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/how-do-i-get-the-bottom-bracket-out/1389 "2023-07-24T15:42:54Z")
I have a Strida LT. Second-hand, so I don’t know the full history. I’m trying to replace the bottom bracket. I’ve removed the kickstand, left crank, and the 60mm lockring: I’m led to believe that the asymmetric botto… --- ## [Stridas MkI](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/stridas-mki/1329)
**Author:** [@pchaves](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/pchaves)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2023, 4:53pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/stridas-mki/1329 "2023-06-03T16:53:51Z")
Hello, my relationship with Stridas is very long now… my late brother had one he bought in early nineties, that “lived” in the trunk of his car, until he had a serious fatal car crash, and I never heard about the bike, j… --- ## [repalcing grasps for magnets](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/repalcing-grasps-for-magnets/1387)
**Author:** [@judithkorpershoek](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/judithkorpershoek)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2023, 2:37pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/repalcing-grasps-for-magnets/1387 "2023-04-27T14:37:07Z")
Hi All, I bought a Strida MK1. Struggling with folding and unfolding. Is it possible to replace the wheel grasps for Magnets of later models? --- ## [Tips for a noodle-armed rider trying to unfold a Strida?](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/tips-for-a-noodle-armed-rider-trying-to-unfold-a-strida/1294)
**Author:** [@gabythenewbie](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/gabythenewbie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2023, 11:44am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/tips-for-a-noodle-armed-rider-trying-to-unfold-a-strida/1294 "2023-02-19T11:44:35Z")
Hi all! I recently received a new Strida SX and have been trying to practice folding/unfolding the bike, and I’ve run into an issue. I’m a weak sauce and can’t seem to separate the magnets that hold the wheels together w… --- ## [Cannot fully seat bottom tube on lock pin(part 216)](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/cannot-fully-seat-bottom-tube-on-lock-pin-part-216/1385)
**Author:** [@YokohamaStrida](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/YokohamaStrida)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2022, 2:15pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/cannot-fully-seat-bottom-tube-on-lock-pin-part-216/1385 "2022-12-20T14:15:22Z")
Hi, after I had an accident with my Strida, where is slipped and fell during taking a turn, I ran into this problem: First the bottom tube could not be removed easily from the seating pin. I had to use a soft hammer in… --- ## [Strida bearings, how to treat/get them](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-bearings-how-to-treat-get-them/1384)
**Author:** [@Blackstridaaustria](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Blackstridaaustria)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2022, 3:28pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-bearings-how-to-treat-get-them/1384 "2022-12-16T15:28:46Z")
Here’s a list of the actual Strida bearings from 5.0 upwards, first the standard ball bearings. These should be available worlwide without problems from well-sorted bearing suppliers. - Wheel bearings 6001RS Ø28 x Ø12 … --- ## [Strida SX wheel alignment when folded](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-sx-wheel-alignment-when-folded/1383)
**Author:** [@otwieracz](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/otwieracz)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2022, 4:04pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-sx-wheel-alignment-when-folded/1383 "2022-11-18T16:04:39Z")
Hey, I recently bought myself used Strida SX in pretty pristine condition I’d say. However, I discovered an issue: when folded, wheels don’t seem to line up perfectly. Rear wheel seem to be slightly higher, magnets are … --- ## [Gear ratio reduction on EVO 3S with 18" carbon wheel](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/gear-ratio-reduction-on-evo-3s-with-18-carbon-wheel/1382)
**Author:** [@supam.viennot](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/supam.viennot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2022, 10:44pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/gear-ratio-reduction-on-evo-3s-with-18-carbon-wheel/1382 "2022-11-04T22:44:10Z")
Hi all, I love my 18" carbon wheels and wont reduce to 16" non carbon. I accepted the 3S as my option for gears. However, the slopes I climb every morning are too steep, to the point that I broke the gears (sturmey arch… --- ## [Questions and ideas](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/questions-and-ideas/1381)
**Author:** [@JoeySeeker](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/JoeySeeker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2022, 5:03pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/questions-and-ideas/1381 "2022-11-03T17:03:58Z")
Hi everyone, Can you tell me exactly the diameter of the hole for the bottom bracket in the lower tube of the Strida LT? I also have another question or idea: Do you think it would be possible to use the eccentric ada… --- ## [Distributor for Spain and Europe](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/distributor-for-spain-and-europe/1380)
**Author:** [@JoeySeeker](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/JoeySeeker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2022, 9:24am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/distributor-for-spain-and-europe/1380 "2022-11-01T09:24:36Z")
Hi everyone. I wanted to know if you know the best distributor for Spain, of components and accessories. I have seen the French website but they have 35 euros for shipping, it is a lot, although they are cheap. then t… --- ## [Strida rear pivot compressing disk spring......](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-rear-pivot-compressing-disk-spring/1379)
**Author:** [@willems-strida](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/willems-strida)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2022, 12:54pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-rear-pivot-compressing-disk-spring/1379 "2022-10-27T12:54:56Z")
Hi, I read somewhere that the Strida rear pivot joint is the bolt and washers that hold the down tube to the seat tube, I understand that, but… Compressing the disc spring creates movement so the down tube can slide int… --- ## [Pls-Looking for Mechanic-West London-Slough-ATS Speed Drive](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/pls-looking-for-mechanic-west-london-slough-ats-speed-drive/1373)
**Author:** [@ertyui](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/ertyui)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2022, 2:57pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/pls-looking-for-mechanic-west-london-slough-ats-speed-drive/1373 "2022-10-25T14:57:49Z")
:question: Hi. I am looking for a good mechanic to install the ATS drive for me in the West London, possibly Slough area. Any ideas? I’d like to move the ATS drive from my old Mark Sanders edition to a new Strida 5.1 … --- ## [Freewheel Aliexpress 22T](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/freewheel-aliexpress-22t/1378)
**Author:** [@JoeySeeker](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/JoeySeeker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2022, 9:37am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/freewheel-aliexpress-22t/1378 "2022-10-12T09:37:50Z")
Hello, Do you think it will work? a.aliexpress.com/\_EufyIcf Sorry, I see description says 30T, but it is very cheap I take this opportunity to show you what I have found a.aliexpress.com/\_EJUqDUT Thanks --- ## [Strida model](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-model/1377)
**Author:** [@JoeySeeker](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/JoeySeeker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2022, 7:33pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-model/1377 "2022-10-07T19:33:06Z")
Hello, Here another post about a Strida model. Can you help me about the model and the year of my bike? I bought my Strida in a second hand web. I don’t know if it is Strida 5.0, 5.1, 5,2… or Strida LT It has stickers… --- ## [ATS speed drive maintenance reminder](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/ats-speed-drive-maintenance-reminder/1376)
**Author:** [@Blackstridaaustria](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Blackstridaaustria)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2022, 4:35pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/ats-speed-drive-maintenance-reminder/1376 "2022-09-25T16:35:28Z")
Hi folks, just let me tell you this: Recently I’ve got mail regarding a defective ATS speed drive, part of a Strida MAS and it was purchased around 2011. When I asked how often it was greased and when, during the last… --- ## [Strida UK owners group?](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-uk-owners-group/1375)
**Author:** [@Daveasini](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Daveasini)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2022, 1:10pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-uk-owners-group/1375 "2022-09-24T13:10:21Z")
Strida UK owners group? Does anyone know if this exists? If not? I am thinking of putting together something, maybe a Strida UK facebook page? The UK ‘Folding Society’ does not seem to have emerged from Covid as yet. … --- ## [About installing the electric booster](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/about-installing-the-electric-booster/1374)
**Author:** [@Eugen](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Eugen)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 12:29pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/about-installing-the-electric-booster/1374 "2022-09-18T12:29:49Z")
taobao.com/list/item/573144020211.htm Can install it in strida? --- ## [My belt failed](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/my-belt-failed/1371)
**Author:** [@invisiblehand](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/invisiblehand)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 4:25pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/my-belt-failed/1371 "2022-09-17T16:25:33Z")
I check the belt once a year and failed to notice any cracks or such. My bike and belt is five years old. Do the teeth sheer off like this frequently or is this a freak incident? Thanks for looking! EDIT: I’m also wond… --- ## [Broken Joint (hook to close)](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/broken-joint-hook-to-close/1372)
**Author:** [@Saskia79](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Saskia79)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2022, 3:33pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/broken-joint-hook-to-close/1372 "2022-09-06T15:33:13Z")
Hi, My name is Saskia. I live in Madrid and I’m trying to figure out where I can find someone who can fix my bike. The joint completely broke. I ask the place where I bought it and they don´t have any clue. They say to … --- ## [Strida ATS Speed Drive Crank Two-speed upgrade](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-ats-speed-drive-crank-two-speed-upgrade/1370)
**Author:** [@shioks](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/shioks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2022, 4:40am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-ats-speed-drive-crank-two-speed-upgrade/1370 "2022-05-11T04:40:24Z")
Can anyone advise if the above can be fixes on Strida Mini? TIA --- ## [Black Strida mini /16inch rims with leather parts](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/black-strida-mini-16inch-rims-with-leather-parts/1367)
**Author:** [@acbc\_liu](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/acbc_liu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2022, 2:02pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/black-strida-mini-16inch-rims-with-leather-parts/1367 "2022-05-08T14:02:00Z")
Hi all Several months ago I bought another 2 Strida mini (used) and this is one of them Modified 16 inch rims / leather parts / carbon fiber brake levers It rides better than another light weight Strida mini with stoc… --- ## [Strida Mk1](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-mk1/1368)
**Author:** [@BigAlagain](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/BigAlagain)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 4:11pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-mk1/1368 "2022-04-13T16:11:29Z")
Hello everyone, I have two Strida Mk1 bikes and a few spares that I would like to sell as I haven’t used the bikes for some years, could anyone help me with their value please. --- ## [Tenerife](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/tenerife/1369)
**Author:** [@BigAlagain](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/BigAlagain)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 1:03pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/tenerife/1369 "2022-04-11T13:03:29Z")
Hi there, I was on holiday in 2017 with my wife in Tenerife, when we met a couple walking with their Strida bikes between Player de las Americas and Los Cristianos. We stopped and chatted for a while as we had the Stri… --- ## [New to the Forum - Hi all, I’m glad to find the Forum](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/new-to-the-forum-hi-all-i-m-glad-to-find-the-forum/1356)
**Author:** [@Savi\_Anton](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Savi_Anton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 12:35pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/new-to-the-forum-hi-all-i-m-glad-to-find-the-forum/1356 "2022-04-11T12:35:58Z")
I currently have a Mk 3 silver aluminium Strida that I just picked up a few weeks ago. My first Strida was a Mk 1 that I found leaning against a black wall in a large indoor antique market called Snoopers Paradise in Bri… --- ## [Strida Mk1 top mount 3D printed](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-mk1-top-mount-3d-printed/1342)
**Author:** [@orzalana](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/orzalana)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2022, 6:55am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-mk1-top-mount-3d-printed/1342 "2022-03-16T06:55:51Z")
Hello guys, Here’s my Mk1 unit with the 3D printed top moulding/joint parts for the ball joint. Used the common PLA for now and plan to print another one using PETG or ABS and see which one is more durable? Have been u… --- ## [Evo 3 beltwheel spins instead of freewheel](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/evo-3-beltwheel-spins-instead-of-freewheel/1364)
**Author:** [@ret3](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/ret3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2022, 3:55pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/evo-3-beltwheel-spins-instead-of-freewheel/1364 "2022-03-15T15:55:20Z")
When I stop pedaling and coast, I’ve noticed that I wasn’t hearing the familiar freewheel buzz, but instead clicking - coming from the beltwheel, which was still spinning, presumably doing something odd to the gearbox. A… --- ## [I'm new with a Mark I MkI Strida. Need tips please](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/im-new-with-a-mark-i-mki-strida-need-tips-please/1363)
**Author:** [@comodo0](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/comodo0)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2022, 12:38pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/im-new-with-a-mark-i-mki-strida-need-tips-please/1363 "2022-01-11T12:38:55Z")
Hello everybody and Happy New Year, i am writing from Paris, I bought a Strida MkI when i fell in love with the design. Strida 1 is for me the most beautiful in black with whitewalls! The one i just bought without know… --- ## [Model and Number](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/model-and-number/1362)
**Author:** [@bigal](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/bigal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2021, 5:16pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/model-and-number/1362 "2021-12-14T17:16:10Z")
Hello to anyone out there. I have two Striders that I inherited some years age along with a quantity of spares. I have ridden them from time to time, mainly when taking them with me touring in my caravan. I am no longer … --- ## [Strida 2 New Owner](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-2-new-owner/1361)
**Author:** [@Daveasini](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Daveasini)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2021, 9:20pm UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/strida-2-new-owner/1361 "2021-12-02T21:20:30Z")
Strida 2 New Owner Hi Folks First week as a Strida owner - lots of fun already… I have a consistent knocking/tapping sound - regardless of pedaling… Should i be concerned or just ignore it!?! Daveasini --- ## [The front 'click' joint snapped. Weld?](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/the-front-click-joint-snapped-weld/1360)
**Author:** [@Yuey](https://www.stridaforum.com/u/Yuey)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2021, 9:13am UTC](https://www.stridaforum.com/t/the-front-click-joint-snapped-weld/1360 "2021-12-01T09:13:20Z")
Hi everyone, Please see the photos from the links below. The front place where the ‘click’ joint sits/goes into broke. This happened while I was riding! Is it a welding job, or do you think it’s too unsafe given that i… [Previous page](https://www.stridaforum.com/c/strida-forum/5.md?page=3) [Next page](https://www.stridaforum.com/c/strida-forum/5.md?page=5)