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Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 92
Posted By TobyGadd

Since any bike that gets ridden is a great bike,...

Since any bike that gets ridden is a great bike, a folding bike is a good choice for your situation. Folding bikes add complexity and cost, but the tradeoff can absolutely be worth it.

I haven't...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-09-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 369
Posted By TobyGadd

Only on our MTB tandem. We use TPU tubes on our...

Only on our MTB tandem. We use TPU tubes on our "fast" road wheelset, but Slime tubes on our everyday wheelset. I'd probably use tubeless on all of our bikes, but they tend to dry out quickly during...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-08-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 418
Posted By TobyGadd

I thought that I'd have to upgrade my BB7 brakes...

I thought that I'd have to upgrade my BB7 brakes for steep descents in Colorado, but I've actually never needed to do it. If I change my mind, I'll probably go with Paul Klampers--which also don't...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-08-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 410
Posted By TobyGadd

I might recommend adding some links so that you...

I might recommend adding some links so that you can shift into big/big without ripping off your derailleur. Better to have some slack in your chain if you happen to shift to small/small (no damage)...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-06-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 410
Posted By TobyGadd

Exactly! And we usually spin closer to 90 rpm, so...

Exactly! And we usually spin closer to 90 rpm, so we're going at 4+ mph. Like a rocket ship! :lol:
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-06-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 410
Posted By TobyGadd

On one of my wheelsets, I've got a 42t cassette...

On one of my wheelsets, I've got a 42t cassette paired with 24t chainring. With an 80-rpm cadence, the bike moves at 3.7 mph. Insanely slow, but it gets us up 20-percent climbs above 12,000 feet in...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-06-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 369
Posted By TobyGadd

On my Cannondale R2, I use Continental Gatorskin...

On my Cannondale R2, I use Continental Gatorskin tires for everyday riding. Continental GP 5000 for racing. 32mm for both.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-06-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 410
Posted By TobyGadd

I don't think that a different crankset will...

I don't think that a different crankset will help.

You may be able to get away with a 42t cassette by using a Wolf Tooth RoadLink or GoatLink. While the derailleur probably won't be able to pull...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-02-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 418
Posted By TobyGadd

The Gates belt is absolutely worth it! Especially...

The Gates belt is absolutely worth it! Especially if you ride a lot, you'll appreciate not having to re-tension it like a chain requires. Nice and clean as well. Just make sure that you don't forget...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-29-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,236
Posted By TobyGadd

That has also worked for me.

That has also worked for me.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-24-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By TobyGadd

Always good to find a bike shop that knows what...

Always good to find a bike shop that knows what they are doing. Support them by making as many future purchases as possible from them.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-09-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 396
Posted By TobyGadd

I've never found a specific weight limit for...

I've never found a specific weight limit for Continental's tires, but I know that at least Co-Motion Cycles and Cannondale have used them on their new tandems--so I assume that someone has done some...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-08-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 396
Posted By TobyGadd

There are SO many tires to choose from! Your...

There are SO many tires to choose from! Your choice should cater to your priorities: durability, speed, puncture resistance, comfort, riding conditions & surface, frame compatibility, rim width,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-08-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 17,580
Posted By TobyGadd

The failure on Mt. Ventoux seems to be credited...

The failure on Mt. Ventoux seems to be credited to the leader telling people to drag their rear brakes. If that's what actually what happened, then that clearly demonstrates why that's terrible...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-07-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 17,580
Posted By TobyGadd

This thread is kind of a disaster, with a mix of...

This thread is kind of a disaster, with a mix of conflicting information, unsubstantiated BS, and lots of FUD, obscuring some solid recommendations. But disc brakes were great in 2017, and they're...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-02-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,411
Posted By TobyGadd

I run a belt for timing, and a waxed chain for...

I run a belt for timing, and a waxed chain for the drive, for the following reasons:
1. Belts never stretch, so I never have to fiddle with tensioning the timing chain, (aside from pulling and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-25-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,291
Posted By TobyGadd

Our Cannondale T2 came with Avid BB7 brakes, so I...

Our Cannondale T2 came with Avid BB7 brakes, so I was pretty convinced that I'd need to upgrade to TRP HY/RD or Paul Klampers. But I figured that I should at leave give the BB7s a try before throwing...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-19-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 866
Posted By TobyGadd

This is the correct answer!

This is the correct answer!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-23-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,236
Posted By TobyGadd

I can certainly understand the desire to...

I can certainly understand the desire to preemptively replace parts--especially before long & committing multi-day rides. While I agree that BBs don't usually fail catastrophically without some...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-21-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,236
Posted By TobyGadd

I emailed FSA about this a couple of months ago....

I emailed FSA about this a couple of months ago. Here's their response: "The BB-7000 has been discontinued, but the correct replacement is simply an MTB MegaExo bottom bracket. Our part number is...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 757
Posted By TobyGadd

This is solid advice.

This is solid advice.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-13-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 757
Posted By TobyGadd

I did the same thing on both my T2 (same bike...

I did the same thing on both my T2 (same bike with the same components as yours) and a Cannondale 29er Tandem. Awesome upgrade on both bikes!

Most important thing is to make sure that your timing...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-13-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By TobyGadd

If you're riding on a "pancake flat terrain",...

If you're riding on a "pancake flat terrain", lighter wheels aren't really going to do much for you. Maybe a little faster acceleration at best. If you want a faster ride, I'd focus on rolling...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-19-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,322
Posted By TobyGadd

I don't have anything to say about LinkGlide, but...

I don't have anything to say about LinkGlide, but I can testify that waxing your chain will result in amazing drivetrain longevity. I'm a big fan of Silca wax. While properly cleaning and prepping a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-24-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By TobyGadd

I'm not sure that it's a good idea to use a...

I'm not sure that it's a good idea to use a tandem on a trainer for long periods. The forces and leverage are pretty different on a trainer than they are while riding on the road, and I'd worry about...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-21-23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,201
Posted By TobyGadd

I've ridden rollers on my single bike for...

I've ridden rollers on my single bike for years--but there's no way that I'd ever put a tandem on them. Crazy! Even if we could pull it off for a few minutes, I'm pretty sure that we'd eventually...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-20-23, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,201
Posted By TobyGadd

We used an old Saris trainer briefly to help fit...

We used an old Saris trainer briefly to help fit our T2. But I'm not sure that it's a good idea to use a tandem on a trainer for long periods. The forces and leverage are pretty different on a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-31-23, 05:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,662
Posted By TobyGadd

I understand the concept, but I've never seen...

I understand the concept, but I've never seen it--which is why I asked for a photo. There just doesn't seem like there would be enough room for the hub and cassette to fit with an undished wheel, at...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-31-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,662
Posted By TobyGadd

Sorry, but I'm just having difficulty picturing a...

Sorry, but I'm just having difficulty picturing a rear wheel without a dish. Seems like the wheel would be very far from centered--unless it's something like a single-speed. The photo that you...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-31-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,662
Posted By TobyGadd

I'd love to see a picture of the wheel, from the...

I'd love to see a picture of the wheel, from the top down.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-31-23, 04:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,662
Posted By TobyGadd

How would you make an un-dished back wheel and...

How would you make an un-dished back wheel and still keep the rim centered in the frame?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,536
Posted By TobyGadd

Since I'm a cyclist, I suppose that means that...

Since I'm a cyclist, I suppose that means that I'm better than myself as well? Or something. ;)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,536
Posted By TobyGadd

Reading this thread made my brain hurt. Maybe all...

Reading this thread made my brain hurt. Maybe all cyclists are a-holes?!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-05-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By TobyGadd

I don't have experience with TriPeak bottom...

I don't have experience with TriPeak bottom brackets, but I've had a lot of experience with different bearings over the years--and I've found that there's quite a range of quality. I don't know if...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-15-23, 02:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 421
Posted By TobyGadd

Wanted: FSA SL-K Crankset MegaExo (front)

I'm looking for a 10-speed FSA SL-K crankset MegaExo, pilot (front). Used is fine. Please PM me if you happen to have an extra.

Thanks!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-09-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 736
Posted By TobyGadd

That'll go fast!

That'll go fast!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-04-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,697
Posted By TobyGadd

Yay! If you know them, buy them a beer!

Yay! If you know them, buy them a beer!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-04-23, 12:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,642
Posted By TobyGadd

In his defense, he did start the post with, "My...

In his defense, he did start the post with, "My situation is unique in that our bike has an electric mid drive motor." Since many other people in this forum have e-tandems, his information might be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-26-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,697
Posted By TobyGadd

I think that both solutions are excellent. Had...

I think that both solutions are excellent. Had Mel's fix not worked, I would have gotten a Bushnell.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-24-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,697
Posted By TobyGadd

Good luck! Before you re-install the...

Good luck!

Before you re-install the eccentric, clean everything very well and liberally grease the wedges, bolt, and BB shell. About once a year, depending on how wet it is where you're riding,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-24-23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,364
Posted By TobyGadd

Are you asking a question, disagreeing, or...?...

Are you asking a question, disagreeing, or...? Please feel free to clarify, and I'll do my best to respond appropriately.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-24-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,697
Posted By TobyGadd

I think that all recent Cannondale eccentrics BBs...

I think that all recent Cannondale eccentrics BBs have two wedges. Usually one gets stuck more than the other But the directions above should work to loosen either wedge. Please let us know what's...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-23-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By TobyGadd

Give Mel at TandemsEast.com a call. He's likely...

Give Mel at TandemsEast.com a call. He's likely to have the correct bottom bracket for your bike.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-23-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,364
Posted By TobyGadd

No, not really. While weight distribution may...

No, not really. While weight distribution may affect tire wear a little bit, the vast majority of rear-tire wear is because it receives 100% of the drive energy--where the front tire is essentially...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,229
Posted By TobyGadd

I've got an extra wheelset with Cliffhangers on...

I've got an extra wheelset with Cliffhangers on my MTB tandem, and they've been solid so far. It probably goes without saying, but the skill of the wheel-builder is also an important factor in wheel...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,031
Posted By TobyGadd

Congrats on the bike! I don't see any...

Congrats on the bike!

I don't see any cracks, which is one of the first things that worry me with old rims. But you might want to pop off the tube & tire to see what's up with the eyelets.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-20-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,864
Posted By TobyGadd

This has been a great discussion. But I'd love to...

This has been a great discussion. But I'd love to know if you successfully eliminated the clicking without having to keep replacing the bottom bracket.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-19-23, 01:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 501
Posted By TobyGadd

Cannondale 29er Mountain Tandem Gates Belt Upgrade

I successfully upgraded my Cannondale 29er Mountain Tandem (M/L frame) with a Gates Carbon Drive CDX timing belt. 66-tooth pulleys and a 250-tooth 8mm belt made for a perfect fit. The tricky part was...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-18-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,031
Posted By TobyGadd

Wow, that's like deciding to re-wire your house...

Wow, that's like deciding to re-wire your house because a lightbulb died!

I suspect that there are easier ways to deal with bottom brackets on that bike. Hell, he even acknowledged failing to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-17-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,031
Posted By TobyGadd

I haven't seen the bottom brackets on this bike....

I haven't seen the bottom brackets on this bike. but I wonder if it's possible to extract the old bearings and press-fit new ones into the old BB cups? I've done this with a couple of other brands...
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