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Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-03-19, 07:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,079
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We went with the Arkel line of panniers - being...

We went with the Arkel line of panniers - being compartment types of folks. TT84s in the rear + a trunk; GT18s on the front. Excellent quality. Just remember that you will rarely want to use the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-18-14, 05:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,798
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We rode from Rochester NY to Victoria BC the...

We rode from Rochester NY to Victoria BC the other year. Our experience - along with many others - documented on www.crazyguyonabike.com (http://www.crazyguyonabike.com). You can limit your search...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-22-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,795
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

The stated advantages of electronic shifting are...

The stated advantages of electronic shifting are compelling for a significant segment of the tandem market. Specifically, properly tuned, an electronic shifting system can compensate on the FD for...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-02-12, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We used Schwalbe Marathon XR for a good fraction...

We used Schwalbe Marathon XR for a good fraction of our (nearly) coast to coast (self-contained) tour. Did have trouble with a couple of them having sidewall failures - warrantee case. But that is...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-11-12, 04:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,386
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

On our cross-country ride last summer we...

On our cross-country ride last summer we discovered some of the steepest hills were in Illinois - bluffs along the edge of the Mississippi. Not New England long, but steep like we'll not readily...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-03-12, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,592
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We had aeroheats (26") on our touring tandem. ...

We had aeroheats (26") on our touring tandem. After two rim failures (braking surface pulled away) we got a couple of PW built wheels with Chukkers on them for our tour last summer. The first...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-12, 10:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Well, I haven't quite figured that one out. ...

Well, I haven't quite figured that one out. After a few months of 90 degrees captain leading, something happened to cause the timing chain to come off (don't recall what). Put it back on, 90...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-12, 07:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

90 degrees, captain leading. Although one tooth...

90 degrees, captain leading. Although one tooth or two either way I don't sweat.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-18-12, 10:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

OOP definitely changes the experience. Some...

OOP definitely changes the experience. Some folks have never tried it (most tandems are initially set up in phase). Some have tried it and prefer in-phase. We gave in-phase a good part of a year...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-01-12, 07:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,288
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

If he can't safely ride a single, that kind of...

If he can't safely ride a single, that kind of answers #1.

So, as you are no doubt well aware, trust is a big deal. Assuming he does not regain sight in the second eye, it will take some time to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-11, 08:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,081
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

To clarify: the Flight Deck will tell you what...

To clarify: the Flight Deck will tell you what cadence you would have if you started pedaling, when you are coasting. For that it needs to know the current speed, and the current tooth counts -...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-14-11, 07:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,228
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

29s are now blurring the distinction, but I've...

29s are now blurring the distinction, but I've found relatively little overlap in tire width between what's available on 26 vs 700c (from major manufacturers). If you want (relatively) narrow tires...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-29-11, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Never thought about it...

Never thought about it...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-10-11, 06:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,423
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

An earlier survey had indicated that there was no...

An earlier survey had indicated that there was no significant difference between chain life across brands of (reasonably good) chains. A year prior to our coast to coast trip I inquired at an LBS...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-09-11, 05:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,840
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

The OP is running 26 inch tires, and unless...

The OP is running 26 inch tires, and unless something has changed Continental Gatorskins don't come in 26x anything. So bringing the discussion around to the original post...

We've had generally...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-25-11, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

For most of us the first thing is (effective) top...

For most of us the first thing is (effective) top tube length. You can raise or lower the saddle a whole lot further than you can move the bars forward and back. You may need to buy a new stem to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-25-11, 07:34 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 17,738
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We just got back from a 3 month self-contained...

We just got back from a 3 month self-contained tour. A loaded tandem makes you very, very approachable. To the point where it slows the trip down at times.

A fairly common question was whether...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-18-11, 08:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,851
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

... but at your height(s) I can be pretty sure...

... but at your height(s) I can be pretty sure you can't fit on a "one size fits some" tandem. You'll need one that comes in sizes, which all but the very entry-level, and department store grade...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-06-11, 05:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,255
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

You might al also try tandem@hobbes mailing list,...

You might al also try tandem@hobbes mailing list, and crazyguyonabike journals - then send a message via the guest book.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-06-11, 10:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,439
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

As for converting to quick release, you're...

As for converting to quick release, you're looking at replacing the axle. If you've ever had a hub open to regrease it you know how to get the axle out. Replacing the solid axle with a hollow one...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-06-11, 10:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,462
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

I assume you found the one described on another...

I assume you found the one described on another thread. I believe we got the second pre-production model, as we were leaving for our odessey before they were ready to go into production [In fact I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-01-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,462
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Our experience is that low riders on front...

Our experience is that low riders on front improve steering. Try to minimize weight in bar bag, as it makes steering worse. My avatar shows approximately what we're riding with now, although we've...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-23-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,008
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Riding season? Are you suggesting there is...

Riding season? Are you suggesting there is another?

When not on tour, our typical/baseline tandem month was 200-300 km. Yes, km. The numbers look bigger, and that's what I have on the odometer....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-28-11, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,998
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Hmmm. Steel eccentric inside aluminum frame. ...

Hmmm. Steel eccentric inside aluminum frame. Have you tried gentle heat? Nothing hotter than 100C (rags soaked in boiling water - wear insulating gloves). Of course I'm just assuming it's steel,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-27-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

The "middle of the road" to which OneGun refers...

The "middle of the road" to which OneGun refers is actually the middle of the road ridden by the most frequent posters to the Tandem Forum. My take on it would be that that may be the peak of the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-11, 02:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,881
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

I usually put my left foot down on the road, to...

I usually put my left foot down on the road, to take advantage of the camber. I put my right foot down on the curb, if there's one present, and I stopped close enough to it. Rather like on my...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-11, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 769
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Harris shows the 25.4 mm Nittos. Whether or...

Harris shows the 25.4 mm Nittos.

Whether or not you go with ebay, the search for either 26 or 25.4 mm handlebar will give you the range of brands to check.

Width matters too...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-11, 08:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,154
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Interesting about the elastomers on the ST. They...

Interesting about the elastomers on the ST. They used to be three different colours, as for the LT. With the LT there is a pair of elastomers that are cylindrical so you can mix two to get five...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-11, 08:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,563
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

If by cheap you mean Walmart and co, even...

If by cheap you mean Walmart and co, even upgrading components is going to leave you with a really rough frame, in a one-size-fits someone configuration. If you can get yourself to a tandem dealer...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-25-11, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,082
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

On the gauge, you can also use a ruler. 12 links...

On the gauge, you can also use a ruler. 12 links and if it looks like 12 inches, not a bit more, you're fine. As it grows, watch for it passing the 1/16" mark. If you catch it before it hits 1/8"...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-13-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 942
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

What you can learn from test riding solo is...

What you can learn from test riding solo is whether the gears all work, and whether the brakes work, and things like that. Pretty much how well it fits (you).

What it really feels like...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-11-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,351
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We have couplers and it takes maybe five minutes...

We have couplers and it takes maybe five minutes or so to re-assemble when we break the bike "in half" for ease of transport. If we were taking it down for air travel in the S&S cases, that would be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-11-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,448
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

But many teams don't consider standover critical...

But many teams don't consider standover critical for the stoker, as the captain can hold the bike while the stoker mounts/dismounts, and she doesn't *need* to be able to put her feet on the ground. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-06-11, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 931
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

I would say a Kent or Mongoose would likely be a...

I would say a Kent or Mongoose would likely be a better choice than the ebay option in the original post. However, I agree that an older Burley, Santana (good luck), Kuwahara, Montague, ... would be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-05-11, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 931
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Looking on ebay and Craigslist may get you what...

Looking on ebay and Craigslist may get you what you want. But... Unless you are really very certain, don't buy without riding it first. Which generally means Craigslist is going to be a better bet...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-05-11, 07:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,444
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

If I didn't have other issues with Di2 (I'm a...

If I didn't have other issues with Di2 (I'm a Campy fan, I don't like the thought of batteries failing and leaving me feeling shiftless, and then there are the $$$) - I would want it for the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-31-11, 12:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,263
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

And it's worth noting that readers of/posters to...

And it's worth noting that readers of/posters to the forum are an unrepresentative sample. Unrepresentative in the sense of being more likely than average to have a liking for electronic. The...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-31-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,393
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Given that you're really looking just to test the...

Given that you're really looking just to test the waters, and presumably will upgrade to a different bike if it catches on, the one thing to watch for is whether the fit is good enough to be adapted...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-31-11, 07:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,263
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We have two independent computers, and a Garmin...

We have two independent computers, and a Garmin Etrex Vista. But what do we use? Well the stoker computer has had a dead battery in the sending unit since the fall, and she's saying it doesn't...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-30-11, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 587
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

That BMX combo is for sale. As of the start of...

That BMX combo is for sale. As of the start of this year, at least.

A seach for BMX tandem also brings up something sold by Mall-Wart. Cheaper. And you might well get what you pay for...
......
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-30-11, 07:30 AM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 669,786
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

You haven't changed a bit ;) Although your...

You haven't changed a bit ;)

Although your taste in bikes appears to have shifted a bit upscale...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-28-11, 05:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,587
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

We had a pair of wireless for about a year. This...

We had a pair of wireless for about a year. This was good because on a coupled bike it's one less thing to undo and redo. But I finally got fed up with the flakiness of the wireless systems. You...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-27-11, 05:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 975
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

The Arai is basically the standard. The Sturmey...

The Arai is basically the standard. The Sturmey Archer is pretty much unknown.

How necessary: depends on where you ride, and with how much weight. You can always keep your speed under control on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-27-11, 02:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 455
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Chain broke!

First time on this bike, second time in my experience: this time the chain broke while riding at -10C [that would be 18 Fahrenheit degrees below freezing for the Celcius challenged]. Second time in...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-24-11, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

There are folks commuting by tandem. I'm not...

There are folks commuting by tandem. I'm not sure any are on this forum. Try the Tandem@Hobbes mailing list as well.

We live close to my workplace which is close to a bus stop; I've come in by...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-24-11, 10:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 992
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

The drill bit approach has the (high) risk of...

The drill bit approach has the (high) risk of damaging the threads in the frame. You need those threads to hold the set screws.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-24-11, 10:42 AM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 669,786
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

That be a Bilenky. More photos showing the bike...

That be a Bilenky. More photos showing the bike itself in other threads.

They say a tandem will take your relationship wherever it's going faster. So I'm all in favour of more folks trying...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-22-11, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,683
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Assuming you two are of average proportions, it...

Assuming you two are of average proportions, it may well be easier to find a bike that fits with her as captain. Typically, women's inseams are longer than those of men of the same height. And...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-22-11, 09:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,021
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

Based on Jim Muller's response you should be good...

Based on Jim Muller's response you should be good with 700c. The question then is how wide a tire you can mount on those rims. To do that you need to know the inside width of the rim. You can...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-18-11, 05:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 617
Posted By WebsterBikeMan

I have a 13 with a rise of what appears to be 15...

I have a 13 with a rise of what appears to be 15 degrees, if I'm measuring it right. [Holding the part that goes on the steerer vertical, the main body goes up about 3.3 cm over the 13 cm length. ...
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