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10-26-22, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By Magnum PI

I also switched to Schwalbe Aerothan and like the...

I also switched to Schwalbe Aerothan and like the new feel to the ride. I do not know if they are anymore puncture resistant, but the feel is definitely different, a bit livelier. I'll see how...
10-26-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 666,551
Posted By Magnum PI

Here is a picture of us at the top of the road to...

Here is a picture of us at the top of the road to Maunaloa on the Big Island of Hawaii, elevation 11,100 feet or so.
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10-26-22, 03:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

We are both pretty short, so the geometry is...

We are both pretty short, so the geometry is based on our Giant Defy singles in size S and XS.
03-08-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

We are right behind you Mgellman ! We started at...

We are right behind you Mgellman ! We started at 67 or so and now at 133. We are also on our 4th Tandem. Started in 1989 with a Santana Arriva, then in 1992 a Rodriguez, a 2006 Cannondale and now...
02-09-22, 07:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,054
Posted By Magnum PI

I would definitely replace the brakepads, but rim...

I would definitely replace the brakepads, but rim brakes should be OK except for long descents in the rain. The 105 9-speed should be fine. That was a state of the art high-end tandem in its day. ...
02-09-22, 06:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,908
Posted By Magnum PI

Tandem age 133 happily reporting that our...

Tandem age 133 happily reporting that our e-assist Landshark tandem rekindled our passion for riding with the local group rides. Before we were dropped early on in the climbs and often never saw...
02-09-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 44,700
Posted By Magnum PI

2 year update. Bike is still solid. 1 crash in...

2 year update. Bike is still solid. 1 crash in the rain, Rider fault, going too fast in a turn in the pouring rain. Should have deflated the tires a bit as well. Bike still feels sluggish and I...
02-09-22, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,239
Posted By Magnum PI

You need to enter the Tandem Age contest

You need to enter the Tandem Age contest
02-08-22, 08:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,239
Posted By Magnum PI

Tandem weight contest!

You knew it was coming! After last years Tandem age contest, someone suggested (in jest) a tandem weight contest, so here it is! And no, this is not about the bike, although somebody probably...
01-10-22, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,211
Posted By Magnum PI

Will do wtandem ! We stopped by around New Years...

Will do wtandem ! We stopped by around New Years to check on the family and visit some telescope people. Did you work on the JWST? Exciting project now on its way. I had to put a new cassette on...
12-17-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,022
Posted By Magnum PI

stewclark yes our e-tandem has the timing chain...

stewclark yes our e-tandem has the timing chain on the drive side.
12-17-21, 03:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,211
Posted By Magnum PI

Wow, beautiful new bike wtandem ! Hope that the...

Wow, beautiful new bike wtandem ! Hope that the 46 x 10 is enough to keep you guys at the front!
10-06-21, 06:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,943
Posted By Magnum PI

Got it thanks! I'll check your trek on Instagram!

Got it thanks! I'll check your trek on Instagram!
09-08-21, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 666,551
Posted By Magnum PI

wow! That's a winner for the tandem age contest!

wow! That's a winner for the tandem age contest!
09-08-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,020
Posted By Magnum PI

I have the same rack, although I have converted...

I have the same rack, although I have converted the bottom tube holder to my trailer hitch rack. Well engineered. Hope you find a taker. You are truly a kind soul.
09-03-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,943
Posted By Magnum PI

please keep posting pictures and stories about...

please keep posting pictures and stories about the different sections of your trek!
09-01-21, 09:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,943
Posted By Magnum PI

Very inspiring ride you two! Thanks for all the...

Very inspiring ride you two! Thanks for all the information, while we may never do this, it is on my list!
07-21-21, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 704
Posted By Magnum PI

We have the GRX 810 Di2 shifters and our builder...

We have the GRX 810 Di2 shifters and our builder spec'd the TRP Slate T4 calipers instead of the Shimano BR RX810, I don't know why, but they work great.
07-19-21, 05:43 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,206
Posted By Magnum PI

I passed through LA a week ago and joined the...

I passed through LA a week ago and joined the 7:30 Montrose ride as an old guy on a borrowed bike, and brought my adult son along to introduce him to a part of my past. It was interesting to see the...
07-19-21, 04:53 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,206
Posted By Magnum PI

and the Montrose ride from 1986 to...

and the Montrose ride from 1986 to 1994...Occasionally the T-Th bowl ride. There was also a small Sunday ride from the Rose Bowl finish line. Fun times.
07-19-21, 04:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,943
Posted By Magnum PI

Thanks for the update! Stay safe and keep the...

Thanks for the update! Stay safe and keep the rubber side down!
07-19-21, 04:37 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,206
Posted By Magnum PI

Hey Eric F I used to ride the Brown Mountain...

Hey Eric F
I used to ride the Brown Mountain and El Prieto trail in the early 90's. Glad to see its still there and open to bikes.
07-19-21, 04:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By Magnum PI

Wow great job howardv Someone sent me this link...

Wow great job howardv Someone sent me this link when I was going to come to town. https://socalcycling.com/fun-rides-tours/ It lists a lot of the Pasadena area rides that I used to be familiar...
07-19-21, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By Magnum PI

Yes urbanknight riding the Montrose Ride is...

Yes urbanknight riding the Montrose Ride is always a thrill, and really created the roadie addiction for us. Back in the days (before 1995) there were up to 3 tandems on the Montrose ride, Gene and...
07-10-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By Magnum PI

Met Tandem rider WTandem on the Montrose Ride

It was a great day today as I rode the old Montrose Club Ride in South Pasadena for the first time since 1994. I met fellow Bike Forums Tandem couple WTandem on the ride! They were hammering and...
04-13-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,476
Posted By Magnum PI

Aloha Brian! To me, weight on a tandem is not as...

Aloha Brian! To me, weight on a tandem is not as important as on a single bike. On my single bikes I always worked on lowering the rotating weight of wheels and tires first to get any advantage...
04-12-21, 01:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,476
Posted By Magnum PI

Wow, that is stunning! That might win a tandem...

Wow, that is stunning! That might win a tandem weight contest if we had one.

Yikes, Lightning crank failure**********
04-07-21, 07:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,476
Posted By Magnum PI

Just curious, did you ever post the photo of the...

Just curious, did you ever post the photo of the new tandem and the new wheels?
03-22-21, 06:20 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

bicievino it is certainly going to be tough to...

bicievino it is certainly going to be tough to beat your starting age! Congratulations and hope you one day hold the record for oldest tandem age, you could probably enter that into Guinness Book of...
03-04-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,022
Posted By Magnum PI

Well merlinextraligh you didn't set off a...

Well merlinextraligh you didn't set off a Sh**storm, but in September of last year I would have agreed with you. Last summer I started looking for lighter wheels for our perfectly good Cannondale...
03-04-21, 07:26 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

aww, still youngsters!

aww, still youngsters!
02-28-21, 09:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

I'm waiting for that motor too. Right now we...

I'm waiting for that motor too. Right now we have a demo motor, a Steps 6100. But to be truthful, that motor is already sufficient and fun. I truthfully cannot imagine how it will be with more...
02-22-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

wow, keep us posted on this new development! Are...

wow, keep us posted on this new development! Are you waiting for the new Shimano EP8?
02-05-21, 01:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By Magnum PI

When my son started riding on the back It was...

When my son started riding on the back It was difficult as I wanted to work hard and he, well, was a kid. Then I told him to just relax and ride but to pour it on if I yelled “TURBO!” He seemed to...
01-25-21, 03:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

I hope you mean weight of the tandem.....:)

I hope you mean weight of the tandem.....:)
01-14-21, 01:13 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

RWHowe Wow. Started young and recruited young!

RWHowe Wow. Started young and recruited young!
01-10-21, 07:01 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

Landshark

Landshark
01-08-21, 05:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

Carbon Fork was designed by Hawthorne Tandems and...

Carbon Fork was designed by Hawthorne Tandems and built is Asia somewhere.
01-07-21, 06:41 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

E Tandem this past Week for us! It is awesome,...

E Tandem this past Week for us! It is awesome, feel 20 years younger!
01-07-21, 06:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

Its the new larger Shimano 630Wh battery,...

Its the new larger Shimano 630Wh battery, BT-E8016. While heavy, it gives the most range. After 1 week of use I think we get about 60-70 miles of range when only using low to middle assist for...
01-07-21, 02:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

Regarding the carbon fork, I figured he built it,...

Regarding the carbon fork, I figured he built it, but next time I speak to him I’ll ask
01-02-21, 02:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

i think it could take 38-40 rather easily. We...

i think it could take 38-40 rather easily. We asked him to put on 28s for now as we have no plans to ride it on gravel just yet. But he transmission is definitely geared like a gravel bike.
12-29-20, 07:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,252
Posted By Magnum PI

New LandShark Road/Gravel Travel tandem

Well Santa arrived just in time. This past weekend we visited John Slawta in Southern Oregon to pick up our new Travel tandem. Since we are getting up in age, we asked him to build a Shimano Steps...
12-18-20, 11:14 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

This brings up another interesting aspect of...

This brings up another interesting aspect of tandem couples, they tend to have or know other tandem couples as friends!
12-14-20, 01:37 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

Happy birthday.! The sad thing about tandem age...

Happy birthday.! The sad thing about tandem age is hat it goes up 2 years every year.
12-14-20, 01:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

get well soon! In our younger club riding days...

get well soon! In our younger club riding days we had a couple crashes that resulted in some broken bones. But we don’t talk about that anymore. Hope you keep on trucking.
12-14-20, 01:29 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

land they keep getting Younger! Welcome to tandem...

land they keep getting Younger! Welcome to tandem cycling! Where it is more fun than (*fill in the blank)!
12-09-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

Maybe "Keep on Trucking" Division is a better...

Maybe "Keep on Trucking" Division is a better description. Impressive. Even more impressive if your stoker is much younger than the Captain. LOL
12-09-20, 05:46 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

WOW Artmo is leading in the Sage Advice...

WOW Artmo is leading in the Sage Advice division!!!!
12-09-20, 05:45 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,031
Posted By Magnum PI

WOW! OneIsAllYouNeed takes the lead in the youth...

WOW! OneIsAllYouNeed takes the lead in the youth category!
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