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Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,158
Posted By dstke

Thanks. I went ahead and ordered the...

Thanks. I went ahead and ordered the Cliffhanger. I hope it holds up better than the Blunt35
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,158
Posted By dstke

Need new sturdy rim for gravel tandem

Another follow up to a previous message, we just bent our Velocity Blunt 35 rim (after having two previous Blunt 35 rims crack at the nipple). I tried buying a DT Swiss HX531 but it appears that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-21-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By dstke

Challenge Getaway 700x45 measured width?

Following up to an earlier post, my wife is looking for a bigger tire, I'd like to try the Getaway 700x45 but the max width recommended by Litespeed for their Ultimate G bike is 43mm. Anyone know...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-24-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,939
Posted By dstke

Follow-up from our trip to South Korea. Our...

Follow-up from our trip to South Korea. Our Tandem fit in Kia Carnival. I had hoped to be able to remove the middle seats and set them to the side but the car that we rented only allowed for the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,541
Posted By dstke

Any opinions pro or con on WTB Resolute TCS? ...

Any opinions pro or con on WTB Resolute TCS? Puncture resistance?

Thanks
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,541
Posted By dstke

42mm gravel tire recommendation

Hi,

Wifey is hankering for a softer gravel tire, and one with good grip. Bike is a Litespeed Ultimate G, wheelset is Stans Grail MK3 with Panaracer Gravelking SK 700x38 tires. According to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-17-22, 06:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,315
Posted By dstke

Made it! 662 miles, 68,000' feet of climbing. ...

Made it! 662 miles, 68,000' feet of climbing. One more broken spoken. Continued creaking but the rim held together. Will replace as soon as I get back home
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-04-22, 12:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,315
Posted By dstke

Additional details, wheel is true and spokes are...

Additional details, wheel is true and spokes are tight when pressed. Spokes are creaking when going slowly on steep climbs. No sound when rolling quickly.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-03-22, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,315
Posted By dstke

How much longer on cracked rim?

Cracks at 10 of 36 spoke nipples. Touring with no options for new rim. Cracks extend 10-20mm parallel to rim. How much longer might it last?...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-12-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,939
Posted By dstke

Kia Carnival?

We're planning a trip to South Korea and most rental companies offer the Kia Carnival. Anyone know if a tandem will fit inside? Do the 3rd and 2nd row seats fold down? Thanks.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-16-22, 07:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,619
Posted By dstke

Thanks for the advice. I will bleed the brakes. ...

Thanks for the advice. I will bleed the brakes. I have been using the recommended SRAM DOT 5.1 brake fluid. I switched from SwissStop Exotherm2 brake pads to DiscoBrakes sintered steel pads after...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-14-22, 08:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,619
Posted By dstke

Hydraulic disc brake fail?

Hi,


My wife and I were riding down a steep hill slowly, braking hard. Once the angle subsided I released both brakes coasted for a few seconds, when I tried to reapply the brakes the right side...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-18-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 249
Posted By dstke

Downloading OSM maps to Edge 1030 what worked for me

Just spent the past hour trying to download a new map to Garmin Edge 1030. I've done this many times before but it's not always been clear what works and why. Here's what worked for me today.
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-02-21, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 724
Posted By dstke

Tandem on trains in Norway?

We're hoping to do a Fjord tour in Norway this August - conditions permitting. Wondering if anyone knows if tandems are allowed on trains. There are several tours that start outside of Bergen and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-21, 01:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,212
Posted By dstke

That's the plan.

That's the plan.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,212
Posted By dstke

Will Di2 EW-WU111 wireless unit work inside

Accidentally posted before finishing. (Is there a way to delete a post?)

Anyway question is will the unit work inside a Ti seat tube? Was planning to update firmware and configure data screens and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-23-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,288
Posted By dstke

Timely discussion. We're looking at switching...

Timely discussion. We're looking at switching from our 650 x 47 wheelset (Spank Oozy Trail 395+ rims, White Industry hubs, Teravail Cannonball tires) to 700 x 44 wheels (WTB Raddler and haven't...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-29-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 26,045
Posted By dstke

Yes. They feel very solid and smooth around...

Yes. They feel very solid and smooth around turns. Perhaps a little more rolling resistance than the panaracer's but hardly noticeable. Running them at between 80 - 90 psi. Great tires so far.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-01-20, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,091
Posted By dstke

I like knowing what gear I'm in. Enjoy the...

I like knowing what gear I'm in. Enjoy the effortless shifting.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-28-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 26,045
Posted By dstke

Ordered a pair of the Vittorio's, 700x38. Coming...

Ordered a pair of the Vittorio's, 700x38. Coming off four flats on Panaracer GKs in as many weeks, mostly small glass shards, at least the ones I could find.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,091
Posted By dstke

So savvy. I've another friend who was wondering...

So savvy. I've another friend who was wondering how you did that!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-03-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,091
Posted By dstke

Sure. We had a Co-Motion Speedster for 10+ years...

Sure. We had a Co-Motion Speedster for 10+ years and also experienced trouble shifting. With the rear derailleur it was mostly just making frequent adujstments with the cable barrel but the front...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-02-20, 07:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,091
Posted By dstke

New Bike! Custom Chinook Road Tandem

Loving our new tandem! A custom build by Cycles Chinook.

Build features:

Titanium frame and fork
SRAM Red etap shifters and derailleurs
SRAM Hydro HC disc brakes and 203mm rotors
SRAM Force...
Forum: Touring
11-04-19, 01:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,562
Posted By dstke

Thanks, that was super informative! Especially...

Thanks, that was super informative! Especially with the pictures. Bottom line seems to be 'don't worry about it,' they all work. If I'm worried about the paint avoid velcro and water bottle cage...
Forum: Touring
10-31-19, 02:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,562
Posted By dstke

What's the best way to secure triangle frame bag? Velcro? Laces? Bolts?

Looking to have a couple of frame bags made for a tandem. Whats the best way to secure a large triangle frame bag and the one in the stoker's even larger frame space?

Velcro would seem to be the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-29-19, 09:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 895
Posted By dstke

Frame bags, velcro straps, bolts, or laces?

Looking for recommendations. It would seem that velcro straps are easier for taking on and off while laces and bolts would be more secure.

Also pros and cons of water bladder pocket inside frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-19, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 993
Posted By dstke

Hmm, Pedro's Synthetic lube seems pretty thick to...

Hmm, Pedro's Synthetic lube seems pretty thick to me but I'll look into the Dumonde Freehub lube.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-19, 10:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 993
Posted By dstke

Freehub. Thanks for the link. 6500 but...

Freehub. Thanks for the link.

6500 but original wheels were replaced with Mavic wheels and freehub
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-19, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 993
Posted By dstke

Mavic Aksium rear wheel squeal

I replaced the drivetrain on my 2000 Litespeed Arenburg; chain, cassette, chainrings. I also replaced the bottom bracket and Ultegra 6500 shifters, while a little beat they were total rattle traps...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-24-19, 05:57 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 188,359
Posted By dstke

Another Speedster with cases

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-24-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,531
Posted By dstke

Thanks for all the replies, I especially enjoyed...

Thanks for all the replies, I especially enjoyed MikeandJean's post - inspirational!

In answer to some of the questions. I have an Avid single digit 7 with travel assist on the rear and Paul Mini...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-23-19, 12:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,531
Posted By dstke

What to do with the old tandem?

The intention: Sell the old tandem and buy a new one


The dilemma: I would be lucky to get a tenth of what we paid, so why bother?


The situation: We just got back from a tour on our 15 year...
Forum: Touring
05-31-19, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,081
Posted By dstke

Definitely take 89 up over Monitor Pass through...

Definitely take 89 up over Monitor Pass through Markleeville, continue on up to Hope Valley, 89 turns right and continues up and over Luther Pass. Just after the summit take a left onto S Upper...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-13-18, 10:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 29,644
Posted By dstke

thanks Akexpress. My wife enjoyed and fully...

thanks Akexpress. My wife enjoyed and fully agreed with your reply. Also brings a new level of admiration in your build skills. BTW, we live about 15 miles from Calfee so the temptation is even...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-08-18, 04:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 29,644
Posted By dstke

Like it! What's a rough budget for such a bike?

Like it! What's a rough budget for such a bike?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-08-18, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,213
Posted By dstke

I've got 32mm Schwable Marathon Plus's on my...

I've got 32mm Schwable Marathon Plus's on my roughly 2005 Co-Motion speedster. Switched from 28mm conti four seasons due to frequency of flats and haven't had a flat since.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-17, 10:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,379
Posted By dstke

Thanks for all the suggestions. She's been...

Thanks for all the suggestions. She's been tempted by someone else's recommending electronic shifters and disc brakes. I'm more inclined toward the new groupset. Will probably need new hub to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-17, 10:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,379
Posted By dstke

Repair or Replace 1998 Litespeed

Problems with my wife's Litespeed are keeping us off the road.

Component Group: Campy Chorus 9. The latest problem is that the front brake spring broke. The rear brake could also use an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By dstke

Hmm, good idea. I just put on a new chain,...

Hmm, good idea. I just put on a new chain, pretty much the same size as the last one. Perhaps they're both a little loose.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 09:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By dstke

Well, I re-adjusted height, angle, indexing, and...

Well, I re-adjusted height, angle, indexing, and lower limit. Of course it shifts well up on the stand and OK out in front of the house. The test will be climbing and I suspect I'll need to open up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By dstke

Can't find the model numbers for the shifters and...

Can't find the model numbers for the shifters and FD. The shifters say Dura-Ace Flight Deck and the FD only states Dura-Ace. The chainrings are designed for a triple and are imprinted with FSA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By dstke

Shimano Dura-Ace FD, FSA Gossamer Triple shifting problems

Ever since switching from 52/42/30 to 52/39/30 I can't seem to get the FD to work smoothly. In order to get into the small ring under load I've had to adjust the lower limit so far to the inside...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-13-14, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,534
Posted By dstke

Here are a couple of photos of the eccentric. ...

Here are a couple of photos of the eccentric. Note the BB is a Shimano SMBB6700

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-10-14, 08:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,534
Posted By dstke

You're probably right. Should I grease it?

You're probably right. Should I grease it?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-10-14, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,534
Posted By dstke

External. Front. I think Ultegra, don't have...

External. Front. I think Ultegra, don't have the bike here, will check this weekend. Started with FSA MegaXO then switched to Shimano.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-08-14, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,534
Posted By dstke

Prepping for a trip to Pyrennees

Hi,

We'll be taking our S&S coupled Co-Motion Speedster to Europe in August and will be cycling in the Pyrennees. We did a big trip a couple of years ago in the alps and encountered a few...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-31-13, 01:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 895
Posted By dstke

Replacing FSA Megaexo bottom bracket

We have a Co-Motion speedster and the front BB is starting to pop and creak. I've replaced the bearing cartridges at least once before, maybe twice, over the 8000 miles ridden. Wondering if it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-13, 07:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,746
Posted By dstke

Cool! Thanks again for the replies. I think...

Cool! Thanks again for the replies. I think I'll go ahead and start with the 50/34 and see how it goes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-13, 01:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,746
Posted By dstke

Thanks for the replies. Now that I see that it...

Thanks for the replies. Now that I see that it can be easily done, I'm wondering about the mid-compact 52/36 chainrings. I understand that this may require a little more tweaking of the FD but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-23-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,746
Posted By dstke

Looking to upgrade from Ultegra 6500 to 6700 Compact Crankset

I’d like to switch to a compact crankset. I’ve got Shimano Ultegra 6500 53/39 crankset and 9-speed 12/27 cassette. The bottom bracket is Shimano BB5500, cartridge type, BC 1.37 68 with a Octalink...
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