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Forum: Framebuilders
09-17-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 651
Posted By Tandem Tom

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Here is a stand I made up.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 651
Posted By Tandem Tom

Yep, I want a way to set my torch down while it...

Yep, I want a way to set my torch down while it is lit.
Not having any luck finding an idea.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 173
Posted By Tandem Tom

Adjustable Test Fork Video

Pithy zBikes has a few videos showing how he made a test fork.
Quite interesting!
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 651
Posted By Tandem Tom

Torch Stand/Holder?

Would anyone have a pic or design for the above? I have a Uniweld 71.
Thanks!
Forum: Touring
07-21-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Well we had a great ride from Rising Sun...

Well we had a great ride from Rising Sun Campground up to Logan Pass. Then it was crazy busy and Hot! But we made coffee and say around for a while before heading down.
The mountains were clear in...
Forum: Touring
07-21-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By Tandem Tom

San Juan Islands??

So we will be in Anacortes in a few days and I was wondering about a "side trip" to the San Juan Islands?
Anyone that has advice I'm all ears!!
Thanks!
Forum: Touring
07-13-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks! BTW, we I guess we are coming down The...

Thanks! BTW, we I guess we are coming down The Going to the Sun Road as we are coming from St. Mary's?
Forum: Touring
07-13-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

As I am looking at the Park Map I see Rising Sun...

As I am looking at the Park Map I see Rising Sun Campground. Anyone have info on it? Thanks!
Forum: Touring
07-13-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Currently in Great Falls taking a day off! We are...

Currently in Great Falls taking a day off! We are going to take a different route up to Browning. Route 89 out of GF. A fell in Fort Benton said the views are amazing. Talked to some of the business...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-05-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 353
Posted By Tandem Tom

Garmin 800 question!

Yep, this is an older unit but still works!
So "thought" I remember that you could change color of your route. But scrolling through the device I can't find it.
So is anyone out that is a Garmin...
Forum: Touring
07-05-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Touring
07-05-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks for the replies! We will be coming from...

Thanks for the replies!
We will be coming from St.Mary's area .So 20 years ago we rode up this time down towards the West Gate.
The plan is to stop and camp after we come down.
We are currently in...
Forum: Touring
07-03-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 606
Posted By Tandem Tom

We are in Montana and last night while it was...

We are in Montana and last night while it was raining I was just gazing at the seams and uttered a big sigh!!
Nice and dry!
Forum: Touring
07-03-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tandem Tom

Glacier Park Question

Would anyone know how to find out the status of Potable Water in the Park? I heard that there is a problem with the water system.
We are in SE Montana and will be working our way towards Glacier....
Forum: Touring
06-28-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 606
Posted By Tandem Tom

Tent Maintenance-Sealing Seams!

So we are currently cycling across the US. While in South Dakota we started getting a few drops of water one night during a storm. Then a few more. Getting the picture!
Never dawned on me to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-16-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 468
Posted By Tandem Tom

Garmin Explore 2 Question

We are currently cycling across America. My wife has the above Garmin. As we apa climb it shows the grade and blocks out the route. She really does not want this feature. Is there a way to disable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 606
Posted By Tandem Tom

We are currently on tour cycling across America. ...

We are currently on tour cycling across America. I sent my wife's wheel to Peter White for a seal replacement. They are great to work with!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-06-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 460
Posted By Tandem Tom

The Nokia charges slower. I can live with it...

The Nokia charges slower. I can live with it while touring. Just wondered why. Not sure why there is a li e through the text.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-06-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 460
Posted By Tandem Tom

The phones are (1)Moto G Stylus, (1)Nokia G300. A...

The phones are (1)Moto G Stylus, (1)Nokia G300. A kernel 4 port charging block. Same cord
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-06-24, 05:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 460
Posted By Tandem Tom

2 Mobile Phone Questions!

So we are currently touring across the US. While on quiet roads my wife will play music on her phone. We found that while doing this her Cateye Bike Computer does function. We tried moving itto...
Forum: Touring
04-29-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,569
Posted By Tandem Tom

Hey Tourist! Enjoy your pics showing the ACA...

Hey Tourist! Enjoy your pics showing the ACA triangle. We are getting ready to ride from Ohio to Tacoma and I just "pressed & flattened " ours!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-17-24, 05:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 985
Posted By Tandem Tom

Quad Lock Mount Failed!

I bought the above product for mounting a cell phone on my touring bike. They sell a limited amount of cases that fit certain popular phones and for all the others a adhesive mounted one. So the...
Forum: Touring
04-10-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By Tandem Tom

I REALLY dislike steel mesh bridges! I have been...

I REALLY dislike steel mesh bridges! I have been reconsidering movi our route to cross at Burlington.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,061
Posted By Tandem Tom

Pre-Waxed Chains?

Even though I work in a bike shop I still get surprised!
A few days a guy buys 2 11 speed chains for a bike we are servicing. He wants to take them home and wax them and then return them for use...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-04-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,047
Posted By Tandem Tom

Problem solved! Picked up a inexpensive phone and...

Problem solved! Picked up a inexpensive phone and loaded all the Osmand maps on I need. My wife has the Garmin Explore 2 on her bike. The only time I really want the map showing is when riding...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 349
Posted By Tandem Tom

Andy, I actually thought about that last night! ...

Andy, I actually thought about that last night! I will mitre,just like frame building!, a piece of pvc and use cable ties
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 349
Posted By Tandem Tom

Bike Friday and Bike Computer Question

I am building up a BF for a friend and she would like to mount the Cateye computer on the long steerer tube.
I know there is a "peg" type adapter but cannot recall what it is called.
Suggestions? ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks Andy!

Thanks Andy!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-01-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,047
Posted By Tandem Tom

Phone for Navigation- Size?

So I want a separate phone to run Osmand on that will be mounted to my handle bars. We are going on a 3 month tour and I want to protect my "real" phone and keep it in the handlebar bag.
So my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Tandem Tom

Hollow Tec Pinch bolts?

Is there anything special, other than the shape, of these bolts? I am needing to replace as the socket portion is getting a bit rounded.
My thought was to use the appropriate size bolt in SS and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-28-24, 05:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks. The reason I was considering this is our...

Thanks. The reason I was considering this is our charger block sometimes has too many items waiting to be charged!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-27-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By Tandem Tom

USB Cable Question

I recently saw a cable that was USB to 2 "C" cords. So you could charge 2 devices with one cord. As we are getting ready for a cross country tour this might be a benefit.
Any downside to these?...
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By Tandem Tom

I spoke with a guy at a bike shop not far from...

I spoke with a guy at a bike shop not far from the bridge. He rides across it on a regular basis. So apparently no problem.
This will get us to the 1975 Rabrai end point!
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By Tandem Tom

Fort Madison, Iowa Bridge?

Does anyone know if you can cycle across this bridge?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-21-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 917
Posted By Tandem Tom

It allows me to download routes/courses to the...

It allows me to download routes/courses to the Garmin.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks. It is M8x1

Thanks. It is M8x1
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-21-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 917
Posted By Tandem Tom

This is the item ...

This is the item
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thread Size?

Just want to confirm a thread size.
on a cartridge BB what is the thread size for the crank set retaining bolt?
Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 912
Posted By Tandem Tom

I have successfully replaced steel rivets with...

I have successfully replaced steel rivets with copper ones on 3 or 4 saddles. I bought the correct rivets from McMaster Carr. They must be annealed before doing g the work.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-20-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 917
Posted By Tandem Tom

USB Cable Question

I think I know the answer but just want to make sure.
We have a new Garmin Edge Explore 2 that used type"C" usb plug. Will a double ended "C" encounter and problem when I attach it to my android...
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 303
Posted By Tandem Tom

Northern Teir Eastbound question

For those that have ridden this Route starting in Anacortes. When did you start? Wondering about snow at the higher elevations.
Forum: Touring
03-09-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,545
Posted By Tandem Tom

We've done it on Icelandic Air

We've done it on Icelandic Air
Forum: Touring
03-09-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

You make a good point!I will order a pair for...

You make a good point!I will order a pair for my bike. Thanks!
Forum: Touring
03-08-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

Not sure that is completely accurate. The gravel...

Not sure that is completely accurate. The gravel riding guys we servive don't typically carry the weight and amount of gear for the extended period of week after week of riding. So the durability...
Forum: Touring
03-08-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

Though we have a number of tires to select from...

Though we have a number of tires to select from touring is not common so other than Schwalbe tires I don't have a real life touring situation to ask about other tires.
Yes we carry and sell Gravel...
Forum: Touring
03-07-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

So here is something I thought about today on the...

So here is something I thought about today on the ride into the bike shop where I work.
I converted my Giant Escape to an ebike in 2022. I put Kenda Komfort tires on them because we had some at...
Forum: Touring
03-06-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

Fishbowl, it appears they are 2.15 and I don't...

Fishbowl, it appears they are 2.15 and I don't think they will fit with the fenders.
Forum: Touring
03-06-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By Tandem Tom

Panaracer Gravel King??

Anyone have any experience with these tires? Looking for a Schwalbe Marathon Supreme replacement. Sixes 26x2
Forum: Touring
02-29-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,055
Posted By Tandem Tom

Thanks for your reply! Would it be possible to...

Thanks for your reply! Would it be possible to get more info on that 15 mile gravel route? As for time we are not up against any deadline. Although the bike shop owner, where I work PT, might think...
Forum: Touring
02-29-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,055
Posted By Tandem Tom

Route ideas-Missoula,Montana to Seattle?

Anyone have some suggestions? Preferably routes that have been ridden?
Thanks!
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