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Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-21-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,277
Posted By 124Spider

I won't argue at all. :) Our experience: ...

I won't argue at all. :)

Our experience: There are a lot of nice crushed-gravel rail-trails in our area (Seattle/east side), and we didn't feel comfortable with the slick 32mm tires above about...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-21-20, 05:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

To bring this to a close, we've ridden close to...

To bring this to a close, we've ridden close to 1000 miles with her shorter cranks, and it's definitely a huge improvement.

Thanks for your help!

Mark
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-21-20, 12:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,233
Posted By 124Spider

Puncture-resistant 20x4.0 tires

Looking for recommendations for puncture-resistant 20x4 fat tires for ebike, available in the US, used mostly on crappy paved roads with very light gravel usage.

Thanks.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-01-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

We bought da Vinci cranks, to replace da Vinci...

We bought da Vinci cranks, to replace da Vinci cranks; easier, since the rings attached to both of stoker's cranks don't have to be replaced. I did not weigh the shorter cranks; our tandem weighs...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-30-20, 05:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

The new (150) cranks arrived yesterday, and I...

The new (150) cranks arrived yesterday, and I installed them. We went for a ride today, and preliminary results are very encouraging!

For this particular ride, I would normally average around 84...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-25-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

I certainly will!

I certainly will!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-22-20, 09:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

Thanks all; we'll give it a try! I've...

Thanks all; we'll give it a try!

I've ordered her a set of 150mm cranks.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-21-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By 124Spider

Shorter cranks for stoker?

Hi,

We are enjoying our tandem immensely (we've had it for a couple of years, having ridden it several thousand miles).

But we still have one intractable problem: My wife can't generate power...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-03-19, 05:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,744
Posted By 124Spider

With tools (as with many other things in life),...

With tools (as with many other things in life), you get what you pay for.

If that stand meets your needs, get it. But I'd strongly suggest personally examining any stand you might want to buy,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-19, 03:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By 124Spider

We took the bike out for a 15-mile test ride, and...

We took the bike out for a 15-mile test ride, and it started doing the same thing in the first couple of miles; less frequently, I think, but still doing it.

So we turned around and returned home....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-19, 03:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By 124Spider

So, going under the assumption that the problem...

So, going under the assumption that the problem started with the chain-change, I spent some time thinking about what could cause this about a new chain (keeping in mind that changing the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By 124Spider

I replaced the rear cassette soon after changing...

I replaced the rear cassette soon after changing the chain.

I can't be sure, but it may be that the problem started soon after changing the chain. After it spread from the smallest gear in back...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-19, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By 124Spider

Chain Skipping

Note--Problem solved; discussed below

Hi,

Our tandem has developed an annoying problem.

At first, it manifested itself by being an occasional slip when in the smallest (highest) gear in back...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-19, 08:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,576
Posted By 124Spider

But the concept that one splices together two...

But the concept that one splices together two normal chains is valid?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,576
Posted By 124Spider

Changing timing chain

Hi,

It's time to change the timing chain on our tandem.

I've changed many "normal" bike chains, but I just wanted to be sure that my thought of just using two one-speed chains for a timing...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-16-19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,355
Posted By 124Spider

Gravel tires?

Hi,

We got our first tandem a year ago, and have been loving it.

Specific to my following question, our tandem has 32mm tires on 700mm wheels, and mechanical disc brakes.

We occasionally...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-19, 02:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,011
Posted By 124Spider

Replacement Disc Brake Pads

Our tandem has Avid BB-7 mechanical disc brakes. I suspect that the rear pads are getting low.

Is any pad that fits that fine, or are there better/worse choices? I've never changed bike disc...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,872
Posted By 124Spider

"Longtime cycling guys" may or may not "know...

"Longtime cycling guys" may or may not "know their stuff." "Longtime cycling guys" are at least as likely to have long-ingrained prejudices as to "know their stuff."

In my experience, far too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-19, 08:45 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,844
Posted By 124Spider

Well played, sir! You have perfectly executed...

Well played, sir! You have perfectly executed the internet forum equivalent of "But the emails," ignoring the substance of my post and making a personal attack.

I must have confused you with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,844
Posted By 124Spider

What a spectacular example this absurd thread is...

What a spectacular example this absurd thread is of people's ability to argue about anything, as if it matters.

No, posting on an internet forum isn't a way to "settle an argument." But it can be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-19, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 747
Posted By 124Spider

I can only say that I've been using a Power2Max...

I can only say that I've been using a Power2Max Type S for a couple of years, and I love it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-19, 11:10 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,737
Posted By 124Spider

It's not actually a complicated issue, is it? ...

It's not actually a complicated issue, is it? Your choices are:

1. Ride in the rain
2. Use a trainer indoors
3. Run in the rain
4. Run on a treadmill
5. Whatever else floats your boat....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-19, 06:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,854
Posted By 124Spider

One man's opinion (but at least I admit it!): ...

One man's opinion (but at least I admit it!):

Specialized is a fine brand; I had a Sirrus for years, and it was an excellent bike.

Schwinn is not a quality brand (any longer; now a completely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-19, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 972
Posted By 124Spider

Wow, great first post: Whining about something,...

Wow, great first post: Whining about something, but we have no idea what you're whining about.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-19, 02:54 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,844
Posted By 124Spider

Can there be anything as silly as posting on an...

Can there be anything as silly as posting on an internet forum to "settle an argument"?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-19, 12:41 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 15,019
Posted By 124Spider

As I noted, he's only endangering himself. Well,...

As I noted, he's only endangering himself. Well, and the person immediately in front of him.

When not paying attention to what's happening in front of the bike, one is increasing the chances...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 15,019
Posted By 124Spider

His activity is absolutely safe. Just ask him. ...

His activity is absolutely safe. Just ask him. So how can I be "wishing him harm" by encouraging him to continue this absolutely safe activity?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 15,019
Posted By 124Spider

You acknowledged that you're looking at the rear...

You acknowledged that you're looking at the rear LCD on your camera while you compose your photo. So your primary attention isn't on the road in front of you.

But carry on. If it's only a 10%...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-19, 11:04 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 15,019
Posted By 124Spider

Just like the person who texts while driving and...

Just like the person who texts while driving and lives to tell about it, it seems to some that doing these things is ok. Right up until she crosses the median and kills a few people.

At least your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-19, 10:45 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 15,019
Posted By 124Spider

Yeah; don't take photos while moving (unless, of...

Yeah; don't take photos while moving (unless, of course, you're riding stoker on a tandem). "Distracted cycling" is just stupid--dangerous for you and for anyone around you, pedestrian, cyclist or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-19, 07:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,204
Posted By 124Spider

17% is why god gave us cars.

17% is why god gave us cars.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-19, 05:24 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,480
Posted By 124Spider

I'll go out any time the temperature is above 45...

I'll go out any time the temperature is above 45 and the roads are clear of snow, ice and water.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-19, 06:40 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,358
Posted By 124Spider

How much is your head worth? I have the...

How much is your head worth?

I have the conceit to believe that my head is valuable. So I'll spend what it takes to get the safest helmet I can.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-19, 09:14 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 18,122
Posted By 124Spider

Scheveningen

Scheveningen
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-19, 10:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,474
Posted By 124Spider

My bike has an Ultegra 11-speed rear cassette,...

My bike has an Ultegra 11-speed rear cassette, while my wife's bike has a SRAM 10-speed. Our smart trainer is a Wahoo Kickr with an 11-speed cassette. It really isn't a problem to use it with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-19, 07:26 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 18,122
Posted By 124Spider

Being half-Dutch, I have a huge soft spot in my...

Being half-Dutch, I have a huge soft spot in my heart for anything Dutch. It is an attractive society, and their cycling addiction is real.

But, before you lose your head, be aware that the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-19, 08:24 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,030
Posted By 124Spider

Or you could just stay home (the ultimate...

Or you could just stay home (the ultimate preventive measure).

:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-19, 12:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,030
Posted By 124Spider

Two spare tubes, along with tire-changing tools ...

Two spare tubes, along with tire-changing tools
Food/snacks
Layers if it's cold
Spare batteries for power meters
Cell phones
Power brick and charging wires if it's to be a very long ride
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-21-19, 05:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,928
Posted By 124Spider

That's what the folks who made the bike for us...

That's what the folks who made the bike for us specified on it. Since they have an excellent reputation, we didn't question it, and it has been fine (especially after we lowered the low gearing so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-19, 07:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,779
Posted By 124Spider

Heck, I was unaware he even had a heart!

Heck, I was unaware he even had a heart!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-19, 10:28 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,779
Posted By 124Spider

The best heart rate is one significantly above...

The best heart rate is one significantly above zero.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-07-19, 09:59 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,240
Posted By 124Spider

I hope it works out well!

I hope it works out well!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-05-19, 12:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,898
Posted By 124Spider

I think it's more "whichever way your...

I think it's more "whichever way your relationship is headed, a tandem will get you there faster." If you're not good at communicating in a productive way, or if you're not good at resolving issues...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-04-19, 10:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,898
Posted By 124Spider

Exactly! Being stoker is, to me, an...

Exactly!

Being stoker is, to me, an unattractive role, and I am immensely grateful that my wife is happy to perform that role. But for it to work, she has to absolutely trust me, which includes...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-03-19, 11:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,898
Posted By 124Spider

Interesting idea of a "team." Not my idea of a...

Interesting idea of a "team." Not my idea of a "team," and my stoker would have jumped off long ago if that were my idea of a "team." But I suppose it takes all types.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-02-19, 12:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,898
Posted By 124Spider

That's actually what he was saying--he was...

That's actually what he was saying--he was agreeing with my statement that riding single bikes with someone of different ability isn't fun for either, while riding a tandem with someone of different...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-01-19, 10:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,898
Posted By 124Spider

If you want to ride a bike with another person...

If you want to ride a bike with another person (the same bike), I'd recommend a tandem.

If you want to ride separate bikes, I'd recommend single bikes for each.

With that out of the way, before...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-19, 03:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,853
Posted By 124Spider

This thread is an interesting commentary on how...

This thread is an interesting commentary on how things have changed in 50 years.

I kept my bike locked up outside my various dorms all fours years of college, in Providence, RI (a rust-belt city),...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-18, 01:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,575
Posted By 124Spider

We often have two bikes to transport and...

We often have two bikes to transport and occasionally have three bikes.

We transport our two single bikes on a Thule T2 Pro X2 hitch-mounted rack. We love how easy it is to use, in all regards....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-18, 09:26 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,240
Posted By 124Spider

I find Zwift and Strava fun, but only for a...

I find Zwift and Strava fun, but only for a platform, not for caring about what others claim to do.

As for your old fart rider, I don't believe (i) he has a heart rate that high, (ii) can sustain...
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