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Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-09-10, 09:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,829
Posted By transam

My wife and I will be there also. Looking...

My wife and I will be there also. Looking forward to a great time and making new friends!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-22-10, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

Steve, Thanks much for your comments about...

Steve,

Thanks much for your comments about this year's rally. It truly was an excellent weekend. What a great group of tandem couples we had this weekend. Great food, great fellowship, great...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-15-10, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

Just letting you all know that we presently have...

Just letting you all know that we presently have 18 teams registered for this year's Sebring Tandem Rally. The weather forecast for this coming weekend looks like some of the nicest weather we've...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-03-10, 03:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

At this point we have 28 registered for the...

At this point we have 28 registered for the Sebring Tandem Rally. We are committed to hold the rally no matter the numbers so it is officially on.

The rally is being held the weekend of Feb 20...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-10, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

No idea on numbers yet. The Kenilworth is...

No idea on numbers yet. The Kenilworth is handling the registration. We have a meeting with them on Feb 5th so I'll post what I find out then.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-18-10, 04:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

Just a little over a month to go for the start of...

Just a little over a month to go for the start of the Sebring Tandem Rally. Just bumping this thread up the line to keep it visible.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-07-10, 04:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 995
Posted By transam

Sebring Tandem Rally Registration

The Sebring Tandem Rally is being held the weekend of February 20 & 21. The form needed to complete your registration is now available at the Kenilworth Lodge web site. Go to the following link to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-23-09, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By transam

Not yet. I'll post a link once it's ready. ...

Not yet. I'll post a link once it's ready. Here's a link with a little info from the Kenilworth site.

http://www.kenilworthlodge.com/packages/?id=436
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-22-09, 03:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By transam

Date change for the Sebring Tandem Rally

The event organizers saw the light and realized holding the rally on Easter weekend was not a good idea. It has been changed to February 20 & 21.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-22-09, 03:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,079
Posted By transam

This is not entirely true. Yes, the Kenilworth...

This is not entirely true. Yes, the Kenilworth makes money on the event (mainly from the rooms that are rented), but most of the event fees go to pay for the rally expenses. Our local bike club...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-14-09, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,079
Posted By transam

I don't have any details other than what I posted...

I don't have any details other than what I posted above. Here's a link that tells a little about the rally and some contact info for the Kenilworth. I know the decision to have the rally was a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-14-09, 11:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,079
Posted By transam

Yes, we live in Sebring. We do not stay at the...

Yes, we live in Sebring. We do not stay at the Kenilworth during the rally, however we do spend a lot of time there socializing with the other couples.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-13-09, 02:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,079
Posted By transam

Sebring Tandem Rally 2010

I spoke with the owners of the Kenilworth Lodge today and the Sebring Tandem Rally IS back on the schedule. The dates are April 3rd & 4th with an optional day on the 5th. My wife and I have been...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-18-09, 03:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,622
Posted By transam

Motels were one of the options we used, but we...

Motels were one of the options we used, but we also camped. There is a tent, sleeping bags, pillows & pads packed in those bags. There is a list of gear we took along in our journal at...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-17-09, 03:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,622
Posted By transam

From our trip in 2007. Gear weighed 80 pounds. ...

From our trip in 2007. Gear weighed 80 pounds. Total weight was 400 pounds.

You can find more pictures here: http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=3Tzut&doc_id=2119&v=1fA
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-09, 07:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,174
Posted By transam

We'll be there all 3 days...Gary & Carol

We'll be there all 3 days...Gary & Carol
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-22-09, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,315
Posted By transam

The trail is approximately half paved and half...

The trail is approximately half paved and half unpaved. Here is a printable map of the trail showing what's paved, access points and some of the facilities. It's a PDF file so you need Adobe...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-22-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,315
Posted By transam

Onegun, Both times we did the "Big O" it was...

Onegun,

Both times we did the "Big O" it was the whole thing in one day. It is a challenging ride, but is manageable for most cyclists. Like I mentioned before there are plenty of places to stop...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-16-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,315
Posted By transam

PMK, My wife and I have done the "Big O"...

PMK,

My wife and I have done the "Big O" twice on a tandem. Had great experiences both times. I'd say it's not much different than doing it on a single.

There are plenty of places along the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-25-08, 02:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,660
Posted By transam

1) We have the Rolf Prima Vigor Tandem wheels on...

1) We have the Rolf Prima Vigor Tandem wheels on our Supremo. Total ride-away weight is 310. They used to be our daily wheels, but have picked up another set of wheels (White Ind hubs with Velocity...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-13-08, 06:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,603
Posted By transam

+1

+1
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-08, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,695
Posted By transam

This picture was taken near Marianna, FL on day 6...

This picture was taken near Marianna, FL on day 6 of our 103 day, 6200 mile trip around the US last summer. You'll notice we were still getting along and having fun.;) Actually we enjoyed the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-15-08, 11:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,621
Posted By transam

Whenever we get the "She's not pedaling" comment...

Whenever we get the "She's not pedaling" comment it always fires up my stoker/wife. I always ask "Do you want to get on and show her how?" That always makes them change their tune. :thumb:
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-08, 04:14 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,621
Posted By transam

We've had all the same comments you guys...

We've had all the same comments you guys mentioned here plus one from an older gentleman sitting on a park bench. We waved as we went by. He said, "Whoa, I'm seeing double!" That just cracked us...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-17-08, 02:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,239
Posted By transam

My stoker loves her Thudbuster ST also. She also...

My stoker loves her Thudbuster ST also. She also has the Tamer Pivot Plus on another of our tandems, but prefers the Thudbuster.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-14-08, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,695
Posted By transam

Andy, Yep, it's on CGOAB and called "Friends...

Andy,

Yep, it's on CGOAB and called "Friends & Family Tour". We had a blast! Thanks for following along.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-14-08, 03:12 AM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,695
Posted By transam

Charmed, Now you've gone and done it. ;) ...

Charmed,

Now you've gone and done it. ;)

Here is one of our favorite pics from a tour around the US we did last summer.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-21-08, 06:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,854
Posted By transam

That was my fear also, especially when you...

That was my fear also, especially when you mentioned the wheel being out of true could have more than one root cause. I'm glad I got the professional opinion and just didn't try to do a quick fix. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-21-08, 03:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,854
Posted By transam

Yeah, your right. They don't want you messing...

Yeah, your right. They don't want you messing with the spoke tension. I just got back from the Rolf dealer near here and he said Rolf uses high tension on their wheels and the tension must be very...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-21-08, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,854
Posted By transam

Truing Rolf Prima wheels

We had a little accident today on our regular ride. While crossing a wooden bridge the rear wheel slipped in a crack and threw it out of true. We have a Co Motion with Rolf Prima Tandem wheels. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-25-08, 02:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,602
Posted By transam

I would think a timing chain as loose os yours...

I would think a timing chain as loose os yours would be in danger of jumping off, especially when riding at a higher cadence or hitting a bump. Has anyone had this happen?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-15-08, 03:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,066
Posted By transam

How much would that bike weigh?

How much would that bike weigh?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-26-08, 12:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,520
Posted By transam

Best of luck! Sure hope she's not reading this...

Best of luck! Sure hope she's not reading this forum on the sly.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-20-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,520
Posted By transam

Here's a little more information about the...

Here's a little more information about the Sebring Tandem Weekend. Hope you can make it.

http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?EVENT_ID=1524847&CHECKSSO=0
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-19-08, 10:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,520
Posted By transam

Hey guys! Welcome to the club! Great looking...

Hey guys! Welcome to the club! Great looking bike, great looking team!

Since you now own a tandem it's time to think about joining others of like mind for some quality time on the road. Since...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-14-08, 03:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 819
Posted By transam

Nice to see the Webcor team (515/516 I think)...

Nice to see the Webcor team (515/516 I think) running OOP. However, the stoker leading is not very common.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-11-08, 04:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By transam

Taken care of. Thanks for posting!

Taken care of. Thanks for posting!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-03-08, 07:10 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,695
Posted By transam

My wife and I enjoying our time TWOgether. First...

My wife and I enjoying our time TWOgether. First picture was taken as we were cruising through the Highlands Hammock State Park here in FL this winter. Second is during the 2007 Sebring Tandem...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-10-08, 04:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,305
Posted By transam

1. 5'10" 2. 32" 3. 44 4. 7cm 5. 7cm ...

1. 5'10"
2. 32"
3. 44
4. 7cm
5. 7cm

OK, let's say my setup is off and needs to be tweaked. After the changes are made will I see an immediate improvement in my efficiency/power transfer or...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-31-07, 05:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 685
Posted By transam

Thanks Rudy & Kay! Best for the New Year to you...

Thanks Rudy & Kay! Best for the New Year to you two also. We hope we can stay at it as long as you guys and still enjoy it as you do.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-19-07, 03:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,402
Posted By transam

Whenever I want my stoker to let up on the pedals...

Whenever I want my stoker to let up on the pedals I say "Easy". She understands what this means and the kind of situations that warrent this communication. When coming to a full stop I say...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-16-07, 05:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,402
Posted By transam

Hey Nancy, My wife/stoker and I enjoyed...

Hey Nancy,

My wife/stoker and I enjoyed following along with you guys this past summer on CGOAB. What an awesome adventure and to share it with your children. Priceless! Looking forward to your...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-16-07, 01:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,402
Posted By transam

Had a couple of accidents on the single bike. ...

Had a couple of accidents on the single bike. One was while I was making a left turn and the cyclist I was riding with snuck up on my left side. I was looking right and he was looking left. We...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-10-07, 04:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 931
Posted By transam

Here's another for your list. April 5-6...

Here's another for your list.

April 5-6 Sebring, FL
Sebring Tandem Rally
"The terrain of Highlands County is perfect for tandems. Flatlands surround the numerous lakes, and the low, rolling...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-07-07, 03:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By transam

Has anyone tried Sports Express for shipping a...

Has anyone tried Sports Express for shipping a tandem? They will pick up your package at your home and deliver it to your destination. I did a quick rate quote from Florida (where we live) to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-06-07, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 861
Posted By transam

Our Santana Sovereign has bull horn bars for the...

Our Santana Sovereign has bull horn bars for the stoker and they do just fine for our daily rides (18-20). When we ride with the local club (20+) we use the Co-Motion Supremo with stoker drop bars. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-28-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 884
Posted By transam

Stoker seatpost, is that a Thudbuster? What's...

Stoker seatpost, is that a Thudbuster? What's the stoker's initial impression?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-24-07, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,092
Posted By transam

Welcome to the TF. I'm sure you'll find all...

Welcome to the TF. I'm sure you'll find all kinds of information here to make your tamdeming experience better. There is no such thing as a "dumb question" on this forum. One thing my stoker and I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-19-07, 08:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,803
Posted By transam

I agree!!! In our neck of the woods there...

I agree!!!

In our neck of the woods there are leash laws that prohibit dogs from running loose. My thoughts are if the dog is loose it's fair game for halt, squirt gun loaded with ammonia,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-18-07, 08:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,803
Posted By transam

Wow! Your story brings back memories of an...

Wow! Your story brings back memories of an accident I had with a dog 4 years ago. I was riding early Sunday morning by myself when a large Akita darted from the side of the road right in front of...
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