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Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By WVDave

The bad feeling was the result of not being able...

The bad feeling was the result of not being able to find the exact same FSA Bottom Brackets I purchased previously. I have only minimal understanding of the measurement details as well as the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-23-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By WVDave

Actually, running them until they began to fail...

Actually, running them until they began to fail used to be my policy as I tend to monitor them closely. However, several years ago our FSA BB started making a slight noise but then within 20 miles...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-23-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for the suggestions. I've had mixed...

Thanks for the suggestions. I've had mixed success with Phil Wood BB's in the past on other tandems, actually, only one failed prematurely.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-23-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By WVDave

Thanks so much for the quick reply and the exact...

Thanks so much for the quick reply and the exact information I needed.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-21-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By WVDave

Bad feeling about FSA MegaExo Tandem BB

I’m getting a bad feeling about availability of the FSA MegaExo-7000Tandem Sealed Bottom Brackets that fit my Comotion Speedster with FSA Tandem cranks. I’ve been proactively replacing the BB’s every...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-31-23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,834
Posted By WVDave

Shiftezy & Hubub

“Went back to drop bars and tried the HubBub that mounts like bar end shifters…. I have also considered the Shiftezy Electronic Rohloff Shifter”
I had never heard of the Shiftezy. I’m not sure what...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-30-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,834
Posted By WVDave

Gebla Rohbox thoughts

We have had a Rohloff hub on our Speedster tandem for several years and cycled at least 15,000 miles in that time. The Rholoff addressed the chronic shifting issues I had previously experienced...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-22, 07:20 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,455
Posted By WVDave

Circle jumping frog

I was following a companion cyclist in a rainstorm when a frog jumped into his back wheel. The frog lost one rear leg in the encounter and jumped off the trail in the direction of the river. Every...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-13-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

Reburn, thanks for taking the time to post the...

Reburn, thanks for taking the time to post the detailed picture. I'm going to take a close look the next time I take the pedal arm off. I may go ahead and purchase a replacement crank to have here...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-12-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

Warped crank arm

Two questions. Was it an FSA crank? Could you visually detect the warped edge when laying on a flat surface? If the crank arm metal is so soft it makes me wonder if it is a good idea to have the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-11-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

TandemDr & HeadAsunder, I neglected to thankyou...

TandemDr & HeadAsunder,
I neglected to thankyou for your suggestions. We did get to ride for 13 miles today with the torque set at 35 ft. lbs. I was happy that the crank arm bolt did not loosen on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-09-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

extra spacers

Sounds like we dealt with the same issue. I've been through every configuration I can think of. While chasing down a creaking noise I thoroughly greased everything including the pedal arm bolt and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-09-22, 07:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for the suggestion. I did find what I...

Thanks for the suggestion. I did find what I think are the relevant instructions on the internet. It helps to know the wavy washer doesn't compress completely. We were able to take a ride this...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-09-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

73 mm

73 mm
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-09-22, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

It is the original stock FSA Gossamer tandem...

It is the original stock FSA Gossamer tandem timing crank.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-08-22, 10:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By WVDave

FSA MegaExo Crank arm adjustment

I have a Co-motion Speedster with FSA MegaExo BB-7000 bottom brackets installed. I've had to replace bottom brackets more frequently than anticipated, at about 5,000 mile intervals. The bb in the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-09-21, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,592
Posted By WVDave

We've put almost 4,000 miles on our Rohloff...

We've put almost 4,000 miles on our Rohloff Speedster since the conversion and I couldn't be happier. Our custom Speedster fit us perfectly so we didn't want to try to replicate the fit with a brand...
Forum: Touring
08-23-20, 10:23 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,469
Posted By WVDave

Tandem model and drive-train question

Thanks so much for taking the time to post this report on your tour. My wife and I had tentative plans to do the exact same route after Labor Day this year. We planned to stay in motels but now after...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-03-19, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,425
Posted By WVDave

Still looking for rear wheel?

Are you still looking for a rear wheel? I have a rear wheel from a Speedster. I'd have to look downstairs, but I think it is a 40 hole White Industries disk brake hub wheel set. The wheel has...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-26-19, 11:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,834
Posted By WVDave

Nice ride

We’ve climbed it twice, or at least most of it. We stopped at the visitors center not realizing that the top was a little higher near the ski area. It is a gorgeous climb, so beautiful you don’t...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-03-19, 10:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,592
Posted By WVDave

Heavier but easier?

[QUOTE=oldacura;20728981]So - slightly heavier than a good derailleur system? Also - I thought there was a slight efficiency loss compared to a derailleur - correct?

After loading the tandem on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-21-18, 07:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,592
Posted By WVDave

It has 14 unique gears, none that replicate any...

It has 14 unique gears, none that replicate any others. The gear difference is 526%. Gear #1 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) is 19 gear inches, while #1...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-18, 05:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,592
Posted By WVDave

Co-motion Speedster conversion to Rohloff

I recently sent my 2014 Speedster back to the factory intending to have some cosmetic repairs done to the frame near the couplers. After talking to them about expected repair costs I decided to bite...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-17, 04:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,714
Posted By WVDave

Make sure you only have one gauge. Having more...

Make sure you only have one gauge. Having more than one will result in you never being sure how much pressure is in your tire....:lol:
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-08-16, 02:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,834
Posted By WVDave

GDMBR Thoughts

Do you think the flex stem was worth it? Are there dangers we should be aware of when cycling the Rockies (both in America and Canada)?[/QUOTE]
Yes, the Flex Stem did help, but probably not enough....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-07-16, 04:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,834
Posted By WVDave

Two inches are enough

About 20 years ago my wife and I started from the Canadian border on the route on a Cannondale Los Dos tandem but never even got out of Montana. We were working at the time and ran out of vacation...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-15, 12:34 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,274
Posted By WVDave

Age 62, 195 lbs. Resting pulse of 27 beats per...

Age 62, 195 lbs. Resting pulse of 27 beats per minute recorded prior to a hospital procedure resulted in a visit to a cardiologist and treadmill stress test. Heart efficiency scored above 99...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-15, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,240
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for the suggestions. Next time I'll give...

Thanks for the suggestions. Next time I'll give the front screw adjustment a shot of silicon spray and heat up some Proofride and flow it around the riveted areas.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,240
Posted By WVDave

Brooks B17 Squeek

I have a Brooks B17 seats on our tandem bike. It is long since broken in and I find it very comfortable. The seat developed a "creaking" sound which was very difficult to localize on our Co-Motion...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-15, 06:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,167
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for the input on the chains. I ended up...

Thanks for the input on the chains. I ended up writing to Wipperman and to KMC to find out which of their chains they recommended. Wipperman responded within 24 hours with the following...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-14-15, 05:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,167
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for the recommendation on the Wipperman...

Thanks for the recommendation on the Wipperman 10SX. However, I note you live in Central Illinois, perhaps not the best chain testground for a tandem to be used in the West Virginia mountains. In...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-14-15, 04:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,167
Posted By WVDave

Thanks for taking the time to respond to my...

Thanks for taking the time to respond to my question. I presume you are referring to the Connex 10S1 which has hollow pins, stainless steel innerlinks and a nickel coating. Do you ride your tandem...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-14-15, 10:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,167
Posted By WVDave

Tandem Strength 10 speed chains

We are 25 year touring tandem riders, now on our third tandem. On our first two tandems we crossed the United States (east and west and north and south), sometimes loaded with camping gear in...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 957
Posted By WVDave

Here is a link to a Crazyguy journal of our...

Here is a link to a Crazyguy journal of our recent Trace tour.

Dave Fritsch
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/Trace2014
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-02-15, 11:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,016
Posted By WVDave

I have a used Cannondale Los Dos tandem for sale...

I have a used Cannondale Los Dos tandem for sale listed on tandemClassifieds.com which might suit you. I am only selling locally to avoid the scammers attracted by Craigslist posts. I live near...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-02-14, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 669,786
Posted By WVDave

Finally I see another Quatrafoil other than mine....

Finally I see another Quatrafoil other than mine. We bought ours new as our first tandem but converted it to 700C tires by moving the front brake posts and installing Magura hydraulic rear brakes. In...
Forum: Touring
04-05-13, 06:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 844
Posted By WVDave

Golfer Touring Cyclists

Although I've lurked on this forum for several years, I was finally compelled to reply by this thread. I hope I successfully uploaded the relevant picture, if not perhaps my story will still add to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-11, 11:39 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 13,251
Posted By WVDave

Interesting thread. Although I live in West...

Interesting thread. Although I live in West Virginia my wife and I have cycled throughout much of the United States including areas where dogs were supervised and areas where they tend to be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-16-11, 11:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,236
Posted By WVDave

What a pleasant surprise to find this thread...

What a pleasant surprise to find this thread about the GT Quatrefoil. We purchased one new in the early 1990's and quickly learned how difficult purchasing tires was going to turn out to be. Once...
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