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Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-27-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,565
Posted By wtandem

So, just adding a bit more information and...

So, just adding a bit more information and familiarity with wheelbuilder.com. I have know the owner for about 20 years. He is a great guy and knows more about wheels than anyone I have ever met. I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-10-23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By wtandem

I was at a tandem rally in California in the late...

I was at a tandem rally in California in the late 90s, with my triple and two others. What fun, there was one kid on each triple all about the same age. It was the most I ever saw at one event.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-08-23, 02:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By wtandem

SRAM Red and Force 2x12 was available a year ago...

SRAM Red and Force 2x12 was available a year ago and probably still is in cable rim brake version. I put it on my wife’s single bike. I have the hydraulic version on our tandem. I prefer the spacing...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-29-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

We’re 270lb team.

We’re 270lb team.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-22, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

It’s the road model.

It’s the road model.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-16-22, 08:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,833
Posted By wtandem

What tandem crankset, chainrings, and front...

What tandem crankset, chainrings, and front derailleur are you using?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-11-22, 09:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,833
Posted By wtandem

Carbon-Ti makes 110 BCD chain rings compatible...

Carbon-Ti makes 110 BCD chain rings compatible with SRAM flattop, but there are at least two 110 mm BCD 4 bolt standards, and the rings are not compatible with the FSA tandem crankset. Fortunately I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-22-21, 10:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

Thanks, nice to here from you. Let us know if you...

Thanks, nice to here from you. Let us know if you are back for a visit and we’ll cook you dinner and go for a ride.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-12-21, 10:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

No, I find the spacing pretty similar, but...

No, I find the spacing pretty similar, but significantly easier to shift. The lugs are just paint on a Tetra the joints are still smooth. I do like the new decals, our 2003 had much smaller diameter...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-09-21, 10:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

The frame is brand new. In July, they had one...

The frame is brand new. In July, they had one listed as in stock ready to ship after paint. In 2003, they were still using a lateral tube with smaller diameter carbon tubes. Sorry for the confusion....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-08-21, 06:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,342
Posted By wtandem

Going Modern, SRAM Red 2x12 AXS Build

Our current main tandem was getting hard to modernize, Calfee Tetra ~2003, 3x10, dura-ace rim brakes. My goals included

1) stay as stock as possible to get modern drive train shifting performance...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-15-21, 04:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

I’m the original poster. Since our blow out, a...

I’m the original poster. Since our blow out, a friend who rides his single bike with us, had his tire blow while we were stopped at a rest room. He had Continental Gator skins on Zipps. The tire had...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-24-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

Wow, very convincing article by Leonard Zinn, I...

Wow, very convincing article by Leonard Zinn, I will at least look into sanding the hooks on my Zipps before riding them again. I suspect my rims are not too bad since I have had several sets of...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-24-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

They are Continental Grand Prix, pretty recent...

They are Continental Grand Prix, pretty recent vintage. https://www.continental-tires.com/bicycle/tires/race-tires/grand-prix

I decided to try these as slightly heavier, but maybe tougher than...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-23-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

I am pretty sure our tire from the original post...

I am pretty sure our tire from the original post did not blow off. It was still well on the rim when we stopped. He is a picture of our failure, a very similar spot to the picture you are...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-23-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,204
Posted By wtandem

I agree very cool project. Problem for us, with...

I agree very cool project. Problem for us, with old tandems, is the close stocker spacing, which looks a little close in the pictures above. We rode a 1976 Jack Taylor for many years before changing....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-23-20, 11:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

In 2003, my local dealer convinced me to order...

In 2003, my local dealer convinced me to order 130 mm spacing and I did not think to ask about tire size. It was before the move to wider tires and lower pressures. We have had no problems with...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-21-20, 09:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

I got the 120 psi max directly from the...

I got the 120 psi max directly from the sidewall. It does not look like a snakebite and the hole in the tube matched the slit in the tire. It blew on a relatively smooth part of the road. Our team...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-20, 08:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

I did go out and check the area of the failure....

I did go out and check the area of the failure. They do not seem very sharp. These are Zipp Firecrest 404 are yours also Zipps?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-20, 05:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

The tire was about 5 months. I was thinking maybe...

The tire was about 5 months. I was thinking maybe age and replacing before the wear indicators show replacement. I switched from Michelin to Continentals maybe 5 or 6 years ago so I could get...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-20, 03:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

Typo, Calfee is 2003, not 2013.

Typo, Calfee is 2003, not 2013.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-20-20, 02:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,217
Posted By wtandem

Continental blow out, lucky, switch to Pirelli?

Descending, about 40 mph, near our house at the start of todays ride, our front tire blew. We did not go down, thus lucky. It is a 700x25c Continental Grand Prix. Looks like it is a tire defect....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-18-20, 10:01 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,419
Posted By wtandem

Beginning 76 current 141

Beginning 76
current 141
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-14-20, 10:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,016
Posted By wtandem

You might also consider the multi-release spd...

You might also consider the multi-release spd cleat at first. If you set the tension on the pedals low, even in a panic your foot will pretty much come out. Shimano makes two types of cleats, one...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-14-20, 10:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,016
Posted By wtandem

You might also consider the multi-release spd...

You might also consider the multi-release spd cleat at first. If you set the tension on the pedals low, even in a panic your foot will pretty much come out. Shimano makes two types of cleats, one...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,131
Posted By wtandem

Don’t forget to check S&S couplings for tightness...

Don’t forget to check S&S couplings for tightness if you have them. Not sure if it was the same issue, but years ago I had a little shifting issue and it was one coupling slightly loose.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-27-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,095
Posted By wtandem

I’d give Mel a call at Tandem’s East. I think...

I’d give Mel a call at Tandem’s East. I think there is a reasonable chance he could get a longer set made or perhaps offer another solution. My memory is fading, but I might have used a child...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-11-18, 11:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 737
Posted By wtandem

L’Erocia California 2019

We did the medium (something a little over 60 miles) in 2016 on our ‘76 Jack Taylor. It was a fairly hard ride for us in terms of steep technical climbing, especially Kiler Canyon. Kiler Canyon was...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-02-18, 10:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,342
Posted By wtandem

I am pretty sure that your description of some...

I am pretty sure that your description of some slack in the cable when in granny was part of the Shimano instructions at one time. I do have a distinct memory of reading this. Can’t find the the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-19-18, 10:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,837
Posted By wtandem

I used to patch until we flatted on a mountain...

I used to patch until we flatted on a mountain descent. Rim was warm but not super hot. When I got home, I could find no leak. I am pretty sure the patch got warm and caused the front flat....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-08-18, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,965
Posted By wtandem

Twice the power, love it vs She’s not pedaling

We got our favorite comment in a long time from a rider today, “twice the power, love it”, when of course, like many of you we usually get “she’s not pedaling”. Any other nice positive comments out...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-19-17, 07:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,152
Posted By wtandem

Stage 17 Tour de France Quad?

Anyone else notice the Quad in today's coverage on NBC sports coverage? What brand? It's in the opening few minutes of the coverage.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-04-17, 02:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 843
Posted By wtandem

Calfee Eyelet Bolt Install

I want to mount a rack on my 14 yr old Calfee Tetra tandem. Has anyone switched their seat stay bolts with the Calfee eyelet threaded bolts:

Rack/Fender Mount Bolts - Pair - CALFEE DESIGN...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-06-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,163
Posted By wtandem

Crushed S&S Hardcase, Good Replacement

On our return trip from France, one of our S&S hard cases was badly dented. United said to
send the case to their contractor, for repair or replacement. The contractor said they could not
repair...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-23-16, 10:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,496
Posted By wtandem

I bought the elite model about a month ago and...

I bought the elite model about a month ago and they did make a significant difference in hearing the stocker. I am a fan now.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-13-16, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By wtandem

I live in Altadena.

I live in Altadena.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-08-16, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By wtandem

Don't think they will allow Calfee. They had some...

Don't think they will allow Calfee. They had some exceptions for Grafton from the early 80s. We have a Calfee as well and had not ridden the Taylor for about 15 years. I had forgotten that it was a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-08-16, 04:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By wtandem

Yes, it is Karl.

Yes, it is Karl.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-07-16, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By wtandem

L'Eroica Bound Tomorrow

We have resurrected our woolens for our resurrected Jack Taylor, purchased
which I bought 1976. My friend who helped assemble it in '76 and was the
first person in the stocker position will join...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-16, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,164
Posted By wtandem

FSA Mega Exo Bearing replacement

The drive side bearing on my FSA K-Force Light Hollow Carbon Road Crank is running rough and making crunching
noises when climbing in the lowest gear. FSA makes a special tool to remove the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-07-16, 08:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By wtandem

I bought my Calfee in late 2003. Not sure how to...

I bought my Calfee in late 2003. Not sure how to tell if it is the early design, but from the other postings seems like it probably is. No problems in over 12 years and about 50,000 miles.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-31-16, 10:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,022
Posted By wtandem

We own an 11 year old Calfee and a coupled...

We own an 11 year old Calfee and a coupled Co-Motion Supremo which is about 7 years old. We find the ride pretty close between the two, noticing the Calfee maybe accelerating a little faster. Both...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-17-16, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,164
Posted By wtandem

Maybe not too relevant to a new set, but I am...

Maybe not too relevant to a new set, but I am happy with the circa 1976 set on my Jack Taylor tandem. They received pretty regular use from 76 to 96, then sat till a couple of months ago when I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-27-15, 09:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,015
Posted By wtandem

Referbrished ~1976 Jack Taylor Ready for L'Eroica

Got my ~1976 Jack Taylor back from paint last Friday and re-assembled it over
the weekend, with some help from my son who rode it from about 3-7. We had
not used it for about 15 years. My wife and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-06-15, 10:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,360
Posted By wtandem

I rode for many years with SPD mountain bike...

I rode for many years with SPD mountain bike shoes on our road tandems and triple. With the triple, I might still choose mountain bike shoes. I do just put one foot down. We switched to SPD road...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-23-15, 09:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,921
Posted By wtandem

I weighed the frame and fork after stripping all...

I weighed the frame and fork after stripping all the parts. My memory is about 11.5 lbs. Old parts and wheels are heavy by today's standards. I'm expecting something over 40 when I get it all back...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-15, 10:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,921
Posted By wtandem

I meant 145 mm spacing would match the current...

I meant 145 mm spacing would match the current 145 tandem standard.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-15, 10:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,921
Posted By wtandem

Your Taylor looks much like mine although larger....

Your Taylor looks much like mine although larger. I'm 5' 10" and stocker is 5' 5". I'll have to wait till I get it back to measure the top tube. Our Calfee is about 10 years old and has a lateral...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-15, 10:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,921
Posted By wtandem

I bought mine new in 1976 from Joy Boone's in...

I bought mine new in 1976 from Joy Boone's in Houston. I think I remember Bikology adds before I bought it making me salivate over the idea of a tandem. I lived 100 miles from Houston and Boone's was...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-18-15, 02:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,921
Posted By wtandem

I need to stick with an old style low profile rim...

I need to stick with an old style low profile rim to meet the L'Erioca ride requirements. We have been riding 130 mm spacing on our Calfee for the last
10 years without problems ( about 270 lbs team...
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