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Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-12, 01:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

Dunno about you, but scum build up less than...

Dunno about you, but scum build up less than halfway up the bottle is pretty nasty too :D
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-12, 01:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

Actually, I even had the problem with brand new...

Actually, I even had the problem with brand new bottles - but I've had no leaks since tightening them to the point of near-deformity.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-12, 04:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

No, that was my problem - you have to really...

No, that was my problem - you have to really really really tighten the tops :)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-12, 09:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

An update . . . I've found that really...

An update . . .

I've found that really really really tightening the Camelbak Bottles works. Even having the bottles almost horizontal during a ride led to not even a drop leaking. I've had to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-08-12, 10:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,032
Posted By AllezDada

Wow, if I didn't already have Cannondale tandem...

Wow, if I didn't already have Cannondale tandem I'd be all over it. Go for it - soon!! Before I start thinking too much LOL . . .
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-28-12, 09:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,888
Posted By AllezDada

I had thought also maybe I had overtightened the...

I had thought also maybe I had overtightened the top also (I had even resorted to using those rubber grip things to tighten the top with no avail), but then I got a new bottle and purposefully did...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-28-12, 04:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,888
Posted By AllezDada

I had thought about the plumber's tape also, but...

I had thought about the plumber's tape also, but I don't think it's meant to be reused. You may be right about the expansion of liquid.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-27-12, 06:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,888
Posted By AllezDada

Yes, actually both bottles leak from around the...

Yes, actually both bottles leak from around the cap, not at the nipple.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-27-12, 03:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,888
Posted By AllezDada

Nonleaking insulated water bottle?

On my Cannondale RT2 the 2 bottles that are more horizontal always leak. I've tried Polar bottles and Camelbak Podium Big Chills; both leak during a ride. The latter do not leak before a ride, so...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-15-12, 09:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,049
Posted By AllezDada

Put it on my tab :)

Put it on my tab :)
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-14-12, 06:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,049
Posted By AllezDada

My set-up: 250212250213250214

My set-up:

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-14-12, 02:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,049
Posted By AllezDada

I will try to get some pics this evening. I...

I will try to get some pics this evening. I haven't done any touring yet - there are different trunk bags you can get, with different sizes, including some with panniers. My current bag does not...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-12, 11:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,049
Posted By AllezDada

I use...

I use http://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Explorer-Bicycle-Brake-Mounts/dp/B000FIAVHE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1336758545&sr=8-1 with my 2011 RT2. Had to spread the legs for it to fit, but it's been working...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-12, 08:01 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

Not using any tabs, but I am thinking maybe about...

Not using any tabs, but I am thinking maybe about taking a sip before starting the ride to maybe create a little negative pressure in the bottle?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-12, 07:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

LOL - maybe - last few times I used one of those...

LOL - maybe - last few times I used one of those rubber jar-opener grip things to tighten the top - still leaked.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-12, 06:19 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

For my purposes (riding at least 2-3 hrs) the...

For my purposes (riding at least 2-3 hrs) the contents would end up being lukewarm very quickly - rather not drink that. I have wondered, though, whether there is any pressure that builds up as the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-12, 06:04 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

Thanks for the replies. I use mine with Gatorade...

Thanks for the replies. I use mine with Gatorade plus a lot of ice. As far as 'user error' that's what I'm trying to figure out. I have a problem mainly when I use them in a couple of cages on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-12, 09:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,464
Posted By AllezDada

Leaky water bottles part II

Last year I posted about how my Polar Bottles would often leak. I subsequently switched over to Camelbak Big Chills hoping these would be better, but I find these leak also. They don't leak from...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-04-12, 06:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,093
Posted By AllezDada

Thanks for the pic. Looks very nice!

Thanks for the pic. Looks very nice!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-04-12, 04:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,093
Posted By AllezDada

OP, pics of the final result please?

OP, pics of the final result please?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-21-12, 04:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,845
Posted By AllezDada

We're relatively new to tandeming. For me it is...

We're relatively new to tandeming. For me it is harder than riding my single, whereas my wife feels it is easier; on her own she has come to the conclusion that she needs to try harder. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-05-12, 12:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,508
Posted By AllezDada

Personally I'd love to have a FD on my tandem. I...

Personally I'd love to have a FD on my tandem. I had one on my first couple of road bikes, but not on my current one as I use a Garmin 800 (which I use on my tandem also). It's not a big deal to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-12, 05:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,326
Posted By AllezDada

Does this mean I shouldn't use this as a means of...

Does this mean I shouldn't use this as a means of removing the chain to clean it periodically?

Also, with the Wipperman has anyone had any problems with it rusting?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-18-12, 05:17 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,897
Posted By AllezDada

+1. Willpower. You can do it! I don't know...

+1. Willpower. You can do it!

I don't know if weight is an issue for your stoker, but if it is I would think that she probably knows it. Even if you think it is a 'taboo' subject you might...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-12, 08:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,326
Posted By AllezDada

Thanks for the replies. I think I'll try the...

Thanks for the replies. I think I'll try the KMC, just because it is so much less expensive than the Wippermann. I assume with either of these the chain can be removed and reconnected multiple...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-12, 05:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,326
Posted By AllezDada

Best 'Quick Link' for 10 speed Ultegra chain?

What do you guys use - looking for something convenient and reliable.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-12, 06:39 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,094
Posted By AllezDada

Cool stuff. Are these removable, in case you...

Cool stuff. Are these removable, in case you want to sell your bike later?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-26-12, 02:42 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,897
Posted By AllezDada

I saw that. My intent is not to upset or insult...

I saw that. My intent is not to upset or insult anyone, but from my own experience losing weight can make a big difference. I'm not saying he would bring this up with his stoker, I mean maybe this...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-26-12, 02:18 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,897
Posted By AllezDada

I lost 30 lbs a year ago, and it helped my...

I lost 30 lbs a year ago, and it helped my climbing immensely. It was like no longer carrying an extra 30 lb child with me on rides. I can't help but think that, with the changes you may make to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-27-12, 05:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,191
Posted By AllezDada

I have a 2007 Sienna. With the rear seats folded...

I have a 2007 Sienna. With the rear seats folded down into the floor and the middle seats folded up and swung up against the front seats, my Cannondale road tandem fits barely, front wheel intact,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-26-12, 09:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,191
Posted By AllezDada

OP, what year are you looking at?

OP, what year are you looking at?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-07-12, 06:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,357
Posted By AllezDada

Wow. Better you than me!

Wow. Better you than me!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 04:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,485
Posted By AllezDada

So I guess we can say you've ridden a century . ....

So I guess we can say you've ridden a century . . .
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-12, 07:39 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,887
Posted By AllezDada

1755 miles.

1755 miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-11, 10:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,070
Posted By AllezDada

Looks interesting. I'll have to check it out.

Looks interesting. I'll have to check it out.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-11, 12:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,070
Posted By AllezDada

Thanks all for the info. Is there a specific...

Thanks all for the info. Is there a specific Specialized glove people are using?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-11, 10:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,070
Posted By AllezDada

Geez my fingers are cold . . .

Went out this morning, mid 20's. Every part of me was fine except my fingers, which started to hurt. Using some old Performance long finger gloves. Any suggestions? Don't want to use lobster...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-11, 05:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,016
Posted By AllezDada

Sooo, it is important to wear a helmet while on a...

Sooo, it is important to wear a helmet while on a trainer . . .
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-11, 06:57 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,655
Posted By AllezDada

Ordered 4 jerseys for $46 - can't beat that!

Ordered 4 jerseys for $46 - can't beat that!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-15-11, 09:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,045
Posted By AllezDada

Welcome! My wife and I got ours last month, a...

Welcome! My wife and I got ours last month, a Cannondale. My wife admits to not having been sure whether she'd like it when we bought it, but now really loves it.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-12-11, 06:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By AllezDada

. . . or the other avatars look cold, lonely, and...

. . . or the other avatars look cold, lonely, and lacking . . .
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-11, 12:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,601
Posted By AllezDada

+1 for the Blowfish. I have one that I've used...

+1 for the Blowfish. I have one that I've used for the past 11 years - looks and works like new, although I've replaced the bladder once or twice just because of age.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-29-11, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By AllezDada

Thanks for the replies. They're reassuring, as I...

Thanks for the replies. They're reassuring, as I was worried it might do something bad to the frame.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-28-11, 09:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By AllezDada

Newbie Rack Question

Hi, I got a Topeak Explorer Rack with Disc Brake Mounts for my Cannondale Road Tandem 2. To get the rack to fit I had to pull the rack legs (?) apart to position them so they could be screwed into...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-11, 06:01 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,692
Posted By AllezDada

Ok, so Camelbak it is . . .

Ok, so Camelbak it is . . .
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-11, 11:55 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,692
Posted By AllezDada

Some of my Polar bottles are old and some are...

Some of my Polar bottles are old and some are new; I do try tightening them with the valve open but they still leak. Have others had good luck with the Camelbak bottles? If so I think I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-11, 09:17 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,692
Posted By AllezDada

I think out of 6 of them all but one leak. I...

I think out of 6 of them all but one leak. I have tried tightening them as tight as I can - it helps some, but still get some leaking. I'm sure I've never cross-threaded them. The Teflon tape idea...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-11, 05:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,692
Posted By AllezDada

Leaky Polar Bottles

I've found that almost every Polar bottle I have leaks between the top and bottle itself - not a lot, but enough to be annoying because of getting Gatorade on my frame. I have frozen my bottles...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-17-11, 02:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,586
Posted By AllezDada

This solved the problem on my carbon road bike...

This solved the problem on my carbon road bike for me.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-17-11, 02:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,360
Posted By AllezDada

I have a Garmin Edge 800 that I swap between 2...

I have a Garmin Edge 800 that I swap between 2 road bikes and my tandem; I also have an Edge 500 for my stoker. Of my road bikes one has a sensor and one does not; my tandem does have a sensor...
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