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Forum: Tandem Cycling

11-03-20, 04:48 PM

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Planning the new Ritchey breakaway tandem build

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Posted By merlinextraligh

I understand that while tubeless may prevent...

I understand that while tubeless may prevent pinch flats, you ‘re still at risk of impacting the rim.

However, tubeless mountain bike tires have pretty much established you can safely run tire...

Forum: Tandem Cycling

11-02-20, 05:00 PM

Replies: 48

Planning the new Ritchey breakaway tandem build

Views: 12,797

Posted By merlinextraligh

While I get the recommendation to use 2 inch...

While I get the recommendation to use 2 inch tires, I think the Ritchey is limited to 43mm.

Another way to manage the pinch flat issue is going tubeless. Our gravel tandem came with tubed 42mm...

Forum: Tandem Cycling

10-28-20, 08:57 AM

Replies: 48

Planning the new Ritchey breakaway tandem build

Views: 12,797

Posted By merlinextraligh

Several thoughts. One, do you really need a...

Several thoughts. One, do you really need a triple. 2x setups can cover quite a range in 11 and 12 speed groups, are lighter and shift much better.

Two, I think your wheels are way overbuilt....

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