I am surprised they don't offer one stock. After all these years they don't offer a more heavy duty version with off-road tires. Bike Friday has done this for quite some time now.
@codak2910 ай бұрын
The Brompton folds to enable multimodal transit. Who is taking a train to the trail? IMO it's just a less effective mountain bike.
@barryhale936410 ай бұрын
You need off road wheels and tyres to cope with the roads around Bath tbf. Reminds me a bit of the Cannondale Hooligan.
@traderz1310 ай бұрын
What was the final weight? My Brompton Bicep is already at its limits.
@dugldoo10 ай бұрын
Alex, how much would the Brompton cost to begin with, and then the rebuild, if someone were crazy enough to follow your example?
@haolinchen898217 күн бұрын
brompton has carefully look your video, and now come out G line😂🎉
@byondhorizon35766 күн бұрын
That's what I m going to say! 😂
@noze0210 ай бұрын
Nice!! Looking forward to the review video. I am surprised you did not mention where the kit come from (Kinetics)
@andrewmcalister346210 ай бұрын
Totally missed the opportunity to have an impeccably dressed Si drop the Brompton off for Alex as "Q" to convert before heading out on a mission. #GCN007
@davidpomerantz10 ай бұрын
It used to be the GCN Brompton. Now it's the GMBN Brompton
@gcntech10 ай бұрын
Started from the bottom now we here ....
@imilic810 ай бұрын
@gcntech started from the *Brompton
@jonathanzappala10 ай бұрын
It turns out GCN mega base wasn’t a joke, Alex is just describing it.
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
Mega base is certainly no joke! Top secret GCN HQ is where the magic happens, think yourself lucky that you've had this much clearance 👀
@jonathanleach39149 ай бұрын
Excellent. I have a “normal “ Brompton with an 11 speed Alfine hub. Really good hub although adds weight. The kit from Kinetic is brilliant
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
An 11 speed Brompton would seem to be impossible to stop 🙌
@sierrapolo9 ай бұрын
Great job on the editing, and give that person a raise. It should’ve been a subject I care a little about but you had me at the intro and love the hammer sequence into the music. Really out done yourself.
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
The power of a good edit 😉 Great to hear you enjoyed the video - enough to make you want to try an off road Brompton?
@sierrapolo9 ай бұрын
@@gcntech let’s not get carried away
@cb686610 ай бұрын
Ok. Thanks Alex and crew...The "Why are we doing this '"? guy is effing awesome , impeccable timing and diction , BAFTA nomination in the future! Good job on the Bromster. Bromzilla , Bromasaurus Rex ...etc
@Vegan_Touring_Cyclist6 ай бұрын
I had ordered a kit from him. I do not recommend these parts. I was really exited about that, but the quality was terrible, and the communication even worst. The Brompton parts I had ordered came extremely late. He said 2-3 weeks lead time, but I only got it after 2.5 months, without an apology or anything. I got an incomplete order anyway, but he did not really cared about that, he did not send the forgotten part after the fact. The paint job on the parts were terrible, really, it flaked down under every screw, it is full of scratches now. He said he did not do the paint job himself. And that is all, it feels like he do not care about customers. The parts are expensive, but the quality is not good at all. My rear triangle was even skewed in the mounting consoles. I was expecting a quality hand made product with a personal touch, but I did not get that at all. (The picture is just for an example, it flaked down everywhere...)
@LuciferMorningstar-ix3lb23 күн бұрын
did you return it n get u money back?
@Vegan_Touring_Cyclist22 күн бұрын
@@LuciferMorningstar-ix3lb He just blocked me on every platform... So no...
@LuciferMorningstar-ix3lb22 күн бұрын
@@Vegan_Touring_Cyclist sue him pls report it to the authorities
@mazingerz9913 күн бұрын
Looking forward to this vs Brompton G.
@104151539 ай бұрын
10 out of 10 for that intro GCN team 😂
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
Shucks ... you're making us blush 😳
@PoulHansenDK10 ай бұрын
Get a Bike Friday All-Packa, no mods needed, and all parts are standard not generic. AND it folds ;-)
@gcntech10 ай бұрын
Interesting! Does it still fold? 👀
@weltanschauungen10 ай бұрын
Did you borrow the suit, as you left the vent stitching in? 😂
@mommamooney10 ай бұрын
I pointed that out to the spouse! 😂
@tomcruz377410 ай бұрын
More brompton builds please. I saw a super brompton in Singapore this year. Titanium frame with carbon everything else. Probably after market since it was 11 speed as well.
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
Ooooof sounds super bling! Brompton crit racing anyone? 💨
@WisteriaBerlitz9 ай бұрын
Some Singaporeans are getting custom Titanium ones from Taiwan instead of the T-Line My mechanic went with 20" disc brakes and Shimano Ultegra
@matthewbaynham628610 ай бұрын
Alex needs to join a trade union, Alex is doing all the work whilst Si is just going to have all the fun.
@MattButlerAL10 ай бұрын
How many damn security doors does one need to go through?!?!?!?!?!
@jani72410 ай бұрын
Right? I'm intrigued by the gcn mega base tour
@okantichrist10 ай бұрын
And the fire escape?
@nateisright9 ай бұрын
How very Maxwell Smart of you.
@bulletprufrodo9 ай бұрын
@@nateisrightWe're just missing the fall into the phone booth at the end.
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
Shhhh 🤫 You saw nothing 🕵
@andyfairchild238310 ай бұрын
C’mon guys, you might have at least mentioned Ben at Kinetics. You know the guy who made the kit you just fitted?
@K1989L9 ай бұрын
That's Kinetics rearframe and fork from scotland!
@graemeblundell288410 ай бұрын
Yep, like it. Doing a (re)build such as this is what bike life is about. Have fun with it.
@gcntech9 ай бұрын
Bikes are made to be fun, no more so than the humble Brompton 🙌
@hangkook3 ай бұрын
Nice set up! It will be interesting to see GCN does a head on challenge of a Brompton P or T Line Explore 12 speed against a road bike. The first of its kind challenge.
@RichardMigneron8 ай бұрын
This is more secure than MI-6... James would be jealous
@hoser77062 ай бұрын
Sweet! You skinny hosts inspire me to ride. I want to see that bike made and sold by Brompton!! CAF!!!
@TheSpaceBrosShow10 ай бұрын
niceeeee! Always wished the Bromptons came with discs
@playandteach9 ай бұрын
Is Alex planning to take that jacket back to the shop? The vents are still sewn closed. Maybe it's to turn the air into turbulent rather than laminar flow.
@TimothyDevinney7 ай бұрын
Would really like to see a video on folding bikes. I travel a lot and don't always find a place to rent a bike. I am intrigued by some of the folding bikes like Montague but would love the advice!
@michaelfreeman59339 ай бұрын
Should have gone with the Rohloff rear hub guys! Absolute weapon with that hub
@joegamas11949 ай бұрын
James Bond / Mission Impossible….Mr Alejandro Bond, Master Bike Mechanic….lol….awesome, super funny video 😂👍💪
@WalterDill-d9j9 ай бұрын
Well done, Major Boothroyd!
@martylawson163810 ай бұрын
Any chance you'll publish a parts list? I'm particularly interested in the front fork and rear triangle you used. There's a million no-name clones and a few places with a web presence, but no clue what's worth money.
@ebenn10 ай бұрын
They would’ve likely used a Kinetics kit that is Glasgow based. They are the best for after part Bromptons
@ambrosenuk10 ай бұрын
@@ebenn Yep, Ben from Kinetics confirmed that on Twitter
@doooofus9 ай бұрын
yeah i dont know why they went through such an effort not to mention kinetics lol even calling his colleague the brains behind the build 🙄
@TheBromptonGuy9 ай бұрын
I'm pretty sure Simon got the idea from me 🤔 However good to know he watched my video. My build was similar but went with the di2 11 speed and hydraulic discs, looking forward to see if he can tackle a mountain like I did.
@caspervanosch86542 ай бұрын
I was about to say, this looks mighty familiar!! Just not so in detail as you presented it but probably with a bigger budget on the video production. But did they buy it as a “ready 4 build kit”?
@kendrewreviews6 ай бұрын
Iu make a video about doing tricks on a bromoton? I've noticed brompton content on your channels (gravel bike conversion here, uphill racing, commuting, ect.) But what about tricks? Is it possible to do a wheelie, manual, bunny hop, etc?
@RobWhittlestone5 ай бұрын
007 James Brompton? LOVE THE BUILD! What are the parts and what did they cost? I personally would still keep it as a road bike with less knobbly tyres but the wheel size and choice of gearing and brakes looks great to me.
@alexandruepuran10 ай бұрын
Thought I was watching a Christian Bale action movie. It was bettah!!!
@gcntech10 ай бұрын
Even the Batman doesn't have one of these bad boys 👀
@faridjabb94479 ай бұрын
Wow! Nice!
@finncarlbomholtsrensen11888 ай бұрын
You are able to buy Eastern, Brompton-like parts also from titanium and a fork and triangle intended for a Disc Brake. I would definitely prefer a "Hydraulic Disc Brake" in front, and not waste my time and money for the back, as it is easily able to block the wheel at any time, with the ordinary brake! My now much less than 2019 SuperlightM6LXBrompton for now weighs 8,5 kilo (mudguards), and still falling, with a little more work on my mudguards, mostly! Finn. Denmark
@andrewblakesley420210 ай бұрын
If Brompton built one at a fair price I'd buy it. Tough folder. Nice.
@Shaftalooooo4 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 For the first 5 mins I thought it’s about the security doors
@KHSong-z4zАй бұрын
I've a Brompton but it's just not practical for rough roads, so I bought a Reach GT folding bike for that
@aihsanasl10 ай бұрын
There are rumours that Alex will be the new James Bond in the next movie
@Phillip-hq1bv9 ай бұрын
And, riding the Laverack Aston Martin .1R
@aihsanasl9 ай бұрын
@@Phillip-hq1bv no this is wrong info. He'll ride off road Brompton which converts into a standard Brompton with the press of a button.
@The1trueDave9 ай бұрын
7:03 Nothing a 600mm jumbo zip tie can't solve :-)
@finncarlbomholtsrensen11885 ай бұрын
Dutch Firm: Bromptonian builds Off Road Brompton versions, triple folders and repair parts for broken frame parts! But if in need of an MTB folder, try American Montegue, a former Army bike also now in civilian versions!
@johnstrac10 ай бұрын
Nice one again Adrian.
@veganpotterthevegan10 ай бұрын
Bromptons are almost always a bad idea. That's also what makes them fun
@jascollinscork9 ай бұрын
I hope Alex gets the Mechanic rates when doing these videos 🤔🤣 great job Alex
@BikejonАй бұрын
Harnessing your inner Michael Spicer in the intro there, Alex.
@kaupo809 ай бұрын
Did you return the jacket back to the shop after shooting or why was the "tail" of the suit still stiched together? The two X stiches on either side are still clearly visible.
@slowwerthensnot9 ай бұрын
I would love to compare with my Bike Friday all packa, long live 20” mini monster bikes
@fensterputzernuernberg9 ай бұрын
Brompton is the best bike in the world if you live in appartments or need to commute with a bus or train.......... It really is a worthwhile fantastic investment to have !
@davidpala788210 ай бұрын
Why not a Rohloff?... With a Gates carbon belt drive...
@yvescolin616929 күн бұрын
Maybe because it would add 1000€ (or so) to the bill?
@jani72410 ай бұрын
Lol whats the gearing on that thing? Love seeing builds on the channel!
@platypushatstand9 ай бұрын
The standard 520mm bars will be too narrow and make the ride twitchy. You’d be better to fit Joseph Kuosac mid-rise bars, they’re 600mm wide and have a 100mm rise, SJS Cycles stock them. I run them on my 2012 Brompton H6R, trimmed to 560mm and they handle much better than the stock item.
@fender10001008 ай бұрын
That's a myth. I have a TERN VERGE X18. It's the only folding road bike ever made. An amazing bike. And the handle bars are narrow. And there's no twitch. But I can slip through traffic others would have to stop for. With 560mm or wider bars.
@a1white9 ай бұрын
With hub gears, you could go for a belt drive system for lower maintenance and cleanliness.
@kwhatten9 ай бұрын
How about the same build with a Veer belt and "normal" tires (32mm)?
@finncarlbomholtsrensen11889 ай бұрын
If you need an Off Road folder, buy an American Montegue, Army folding bike, also made in a Civil version with many gears, as an ordinary MTB-
@dodoogiirawan10 ай бұрын
7:11 Change it into a QR pedal.. it will be foldable.. or is it? and don't forget about the magnet clip..
@jedlee70755 ай бұрын
what kinds of fork and rear do you use? Where can I buy?
@lbx535910 ай бұрын
No keycard for the lift? What about access security?
@dangermouseanpenfold9 ай бұрын
be interested to see what it rides like with some 20" Schwable Big Apples and a wider bar
@haytingtee62946 ай бұрын
What's the bottom bracket height?
10 ай бұрын
DAMN!! I've seen less doors in high-security prison!! 😝
@universe-juice9 ай бұрын
I love this bike. Unfortunately i think where i live, riding this bike would probably get me killed
@billymurphy48009 ай бұрын
You were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off....smoke clears....monster brompton remains.
@epiworks9 ай бұрын
What brand is the aftermarket parts ? The triangle fork wheels ?
@two-eyedRoy10 ай бұрын
Hmmm, I can see where this is going. Next up -GRompton (is already 1x...) -TTrompton OOH, I sees what you did with the opening sequence! "Missed it by t h a t much" [thinks...] Oh Dang! Manon as 99 😍 😉😉
@sabaffira9 ай бұрын
A bike project doesn’t have to make sense. Would love a gravel foldie. There are many others in the market. Brompton was never interested in making it gravel worthy. It’s a boutique bike in Indonesia.
@bikeyclown46699 ай бұрын
I want one.
@Group5110 ай бұрын
The Moulton ATB/APB was designed for this but I suspect small wheels and stump jumping mountain biking don’t mix. Gravel yes.
@chrisdavidson91110 ай бұрын
as long as the hills don't kill your momentum, a 20" bmx takes some stopping!
@ericpmoss10 ай бұрын
Quite right. I’m traveling with a Moulton XTB and it’s great for mediocre pavement and well-packed gravel, but as you surmised, not mud, ruts, hopping, or steep ascents where standing on the pedals is needed. With up-spec’d components it is shaping up nicely, though.
@bazzaroberts87489 ай бұрын
Where can I get one of doze from 😉
@swifty00000079 ай бұрын
Could have tried or compared a Moulton xtb for comparison
@lennymccartney19 ай бұрын
the names brom...custom brom!
@ltrtg1310 ай бұрын
I looks like Harry was REALLY eager to finish this video.
@andrewl.34609 ай бұрын
Custom paint is a worthwhile investment… it doesn’t matter how good your bike is if you’re unhappy with how it looks your not going to ride it
@compassionsix10 ай бұрын
Yes, Yes, Yes. More Brompton, More Brompton Mod.
@robbchastain303610 ай бұрын
Bigger tires are better on the street, too, less prone to flats and a larger footprint. Nice work, Alex, except for marking up the frame with a marker, yikes. I'd be mighty disappointed by that, hopefully it'll wipe off easily enough.
@markhancock75279 ай бұрын
How much was all the kit?
@charles04149 ай бұрын
The thing is it cost a lot of money to build an off-road Brompton with disc brake. The total cost would be around 5K USD with all the aftermarket parts. I don't know if that's a good idea.
@darkphotographer10 ай бұрын
the X on the back flap of the suite jacket must be remove :P
@philipwooldridge96069 ай бұрын
Does your secondary school chemistry teacher know you took those glasses?
@TheJongmanlee10 ай бұрын
Greetings from your Birdy :)
@matthiaswuest72719 ай бұрын
"I'm going to call that a success" *proceeds to fall apart in his hands*
@DonnSinatra7 ай бұрын
1:52 your welcome
@philipwooldridge96069 ай бұрын
Brompton CX?
@FoxFox-i1c9 ай бұрын
It shure is chunky. Looks are up. Portability is down.
@JollyGiant010 ай бұрын
Did Alex borrow his Dad’s jacket and shirt for this one?
@finncarlbomholtsrensen11889 ай бұрын
Honestly, why a special Off-Road model? It's a "bring for minor use" transport bike for the City and the small wheels are already there, hopeless and much too heavy rolling! Andrew Ritchie should have been severely punished for adding it to every day life! I own a 2019, now more/less than SuperlightM6LXBrompton, with Mudguards of course, as a Dane, and presently weighing 8,5 kilo, and it is horrible excuse for a "bike". And already Off-Road also, as I'm easily able to take it up several stairs from that! 😄 Finn. Denmark
@serzhick2310 ай бұрын
Now you need to ask Sam Pilgrim to shred it.
@SingaporeUntold9 ай бұрын
better to just buy a birdy and have a separate Brompton for urban use
@mommamooney10 ай бұрын
Alex is Si’s minion? James Bond or James Bond villain?
@gabrieldomocos757026 күн бұрын
MIBrompton
@aihsanasl10 ай бұрын
I dont understand the point of this it was already a bicycle after all this effort its still a bicycle, once I made an umbrella from a Brompton this deserves a Mac Gyver award.
@gmivisualsjason372910 ай бұрын
Entertainment
@JustMikeH10 ай бұрын
I'd rather get a Bike Friday, but wouldn't ind taking this for a spin and possibly being proven wrong.
@bryantpck89 ай бұрын
No!!! Why??!! 😅
@ernestpang9 ай бұрын
Those Shimano rotors only have "lightweight racing" 14mm deep brake tracks, and those TRP/Tektro calipers fit "heavy duty" 16mm deep brake pads. A common/fatal mistake I've often seen that eats very deep into 2mm of rotor spiders and causes rotor collapse. I use Magura MDR rotors with Spyre calipers.
@logohigh110 ай бұрын
4x rather than 2x too expensive for what it is ..! and nothing like enough lateral fore n aft stiffness required for the job
@alessandrosilveira90099 ай бұрын
No reason to screw what Brampton's designers and engineers did so well...
@dpkcreativity4 ай бұрын
Didn't you even show me how to ride this bike??
@Flix-f6q9 ай бұрын
Give it to a bmx rider and see how long the frame will stand up to it. My guess: a donkey will never be a horse,no matter how fancy you dress it. Leave the Brompton alone, let it just be a fairly good folding bike.
@_MattyG_10 ай бұрын
No suspension fork 😝
@SrFederico10 ай бұрын
As you have gained so many names in the last year, you may add "Q" to the list.