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Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-26-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 721
Posted By Yamato72

My stoker asked for drop bars because she...

My stoker asked for drop bars because she couldn't easily tuck with bullhorns. I sized them for her shoulder width just like on her road bike. She is also short (5') and the stoker has a lot of room...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-18-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 663
Posted By Yamato72

Another T2 team here, though ours came with the...

Another T2 team here, though ours came with the belt drive. Concur with both of Toby's points.



We hit 10K miles last year and are on our third set of BB30 bearings - when we got the bike the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-18-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,092
Posted By Yamato72

Good work getting it setup. A few years ago I got...

Good work getting it setup. A few years ago I got a trainer skewer for our T1 so that we could get our stoker fitted. I must've gotten it from my LBS because I looked but could find no purchase...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-09-23, 07:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 873
Posted By Yamato72

We have these on our tandem, stoker loves them.

We have these on our tandem, stoker loves them.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-13-23, 09:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,247
Posted By Yamato72

I do this using the Sidewinder and the Yakima...

I do this using the Sidewinder and the Yakima aero bar adapters. Note that Yakima does not approve of this use of their adapters, I'm assuming because of the potential weight of a vintage tandem. I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-29-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,714
Posted By Yamato72

Last year. I was happy at the time, really. ...

Last year. I was happy at the time, really.

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-22-22, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,681
Posted By Yamato72

If you really want to know accurate watts you...

If you really want to know accurate watts you have to get power meters and the most "affordable" ones go into the pedal axle. Most riders don't go this route because it's still pretty expensive....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-18-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,661
Posted By Yamato72

OP you are a prime candidate for a used tandem -...

OP you are a prime candidate for a used tandem - less expensive cost of entry to see if you'll like it.

Even with excellent fitness my wife cannot keep up with me on half-bikes. We pretty much...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-16-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,984
Posted By Yamato72

I love the tube straps and bottle straps from...

I love the tube straps and bottle straps from Twofish (https://www.twofish.biz/water-bottle-cages)
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-16-22, 09:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,451
Posted By Yamato72

Make sure the rotors are true so that you can...

Make sure the rotors are true so that you can adjust the inner shoe as close as possible to the rotor without introducing an annoying intermittent rub-rub-rub. The inner shoe is fixed relative to the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,258
Posted By Yamato72

42 on ours and we'll never go back ...

42 on ours and we'll never go back


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Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-12-21, 02:10 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,714
Posted By Yamato72

Finally got one of us ...

Finally got one of us


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Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-21-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,321
Posted By Yamato72

My stoker is fairly small so she gets on and...

My stoker is fairly small so she gets on and clips in while my feet are on the ground, then I start us off in a normal fashion with her boosting us forward. She stays clipped in when stopped at...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-17-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,460
Posted By Yamato72

Twofish makes a quick block that lets you add a...

Twofish makes a quick block that lets you add a bottle cage most anywhere on the frame. Link (https://www.twofish.biz/accessories/quick-cage-adapter-xl)
We also use Specialized side-entry bottle...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-01-21, 07:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,207
Posted By Yamato72

Personally I consider anything with a threaded...

Personally I consider anything with a threaded stem to be older as that's a good indicator that it could be a challenge putting modern components on the bike.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-17-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,430
Posted By Yamato72

I bought a Venzo torque wrench from Amazon...

I bought a Venzo torque wrench from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Venzo-Bicycle-Bike-Inch-Driver/dp/B07QD93NVW) and have found it indispensable for the bikes and also quite handy for certain jobs on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-11-21, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,847
Posted By Yamato72

I clamp the stoker seat post into a Feedback...

I clamp the stoker seat post into a Feedback Sports stand and rest the front wheel on a folding chair. I have found it helpful to use an adjustable strut to immobilize the captain's handlebars, too.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-15-20, 06:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,885
Posted By Yamato72

We lost one of these bolts on a ride too....

We lost one of these bolts on a ride too. Fortunately we "heard it" and were able to backtrack and find it. Threadlocker is a must once you find a replacement.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-02-19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,565
Posted By Yamato72

My wife used a Thudbuster all last year and I...

My wife used a Thudbuster all last year and I believe there is a lot of power loss from it. I added it some time after we first started riding a tandem (Al frame C'dale) due to complaints about...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-23-19, 05:21 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 26,005
Posted By Yamato72

Our weekly group ride switches to gravel after...

Our weekly group ride switches to gravel after Labor Day, so this year for the first time we decided to join them on our tandem. We’re running Conti RideTours, 700x42c at 60psi. We removed the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-19-19, 09:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,744
Posted By Yamato72

+1 be super careful clamping aluminum frame...

+1 be super careful clamping aluminum frame tubing. Avoid if at all possible.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-09-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,391
Posted By Yamato72

We have Avid mechanical brakes on our Cannondale....

We have Avid mechanical brakes on our Cannondale. I upgraded to compressionless brake housing and did a lot of finagling to get acceptable modulation and stopping power. They stop quite well. That...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-20-19, 08:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,744
Posted By Yamato72

I have a Feedback Sports stand, 3 feet, that I...

I have a Feedback Sports stand, 3 feet, that I like a lot, but I bought it before I saw the 2-feet models like the one in your link. I’ve used the 2-feet style a couple times and do like it. You’re...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-23-19, 09:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,468
Posted By Yamato72

We have a 2015 T1 (same frame) and it is VERY...

We have a 2015 T1 (same frame) and it is VERY stiff. A thudbuster seatpost for the stoker greatly reduced the impact of bumps for the both of us.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-10-19, 08:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,305
Posted By Yamato72

Awright awright awright I'll bite. What's...

Awright awright awright I'll bite.

What's the difference between a tandem and regular jersey? Does the captain's jersey have more, bigger pockets for easy access by the stoker?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-25-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,094
Posted By Yamato72

We have 3X10, all Ultegra, on our 2015 Road...

We have 3X10, all Ultegra, on our 2015 Road Tandem. Avid BB7 brakes so yes they are compatible with mechanical Ultegra. Definitely get some miles in on the bike before you look at upgrading the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-29-19, 09:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,246
Posted By Yamato72

The 2015 "Fatty" fork is plenty big for wide...

The 2015 "Fatty" fork is plenty big for wide wheels and tires. It has rack mounts but I have not used a front rack nor have I seen a photo of this bike with a rack installed.

My bike was a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-17-19, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,246
Posted By Yamato72

We ride a 2015 road tandem 1 (Gates belt drive...

We ride a 2015 road tandem 1 (Gates belt drive and discs) which I find a bit stiff and twitchy, but I have been experimenting quite a bit with the setup and am pretty comfortable on it. We're...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-10-19, 08:32 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,472
Posted By Yamato72

Yes it is a royal pain to try to straighten them,...

Yes it is a royal pain to try to straighten them, but worth the effort to me since it lets me get the pads that little bit closer to the rotor surface.
I use a dedicated cable cutter and dress the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-09-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,472
Posted By Yamato72

We have BB7s on our Cannondale and I've gotten...

We have BB7s on our Cannondale and I've gotten them dialed in to my satisfaction. The biggest improvement was changing to Jagwire compressionless brake housing with a new cable. Next, I bought a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-27-18, 01:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,798
Posted By Yamato72

If you are looking for something off the shelf,...

If you are looking for something off the shelf, the late-model Cannondales came in M/S, L/S, and XL/S sizes. We have a L/S and it fits me and my wife well; I'm 6'1" and my wife is just under 5'. I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-15-18, 12:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,881
Posted By Yamato72

I have WhispBars on my truck and picked up a...

I have WhispBars on my truck and picked up a Sidewinder shortly after we got our ~38lb tandem. Yakima makes WhispBar/factory aero bar adapters for the older bike mounts but yes, they specifically...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-05-18, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,327
Posted By Yamato72

2015 was the last year for the road tandems, not...

2015 was the last year for the road tandems, not sure about the 29er that they also offered. When they moved tandem production overseas they upset their already small following. We have a 2015 T1,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-04-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,505
Posted By Yamato72

Another quick report, we just crossed 1500mi and...

Another quick report, we just crossed 1500mi and over the weekend completed our yearly 4-day DALMAC tour here in MI (about 350mi). The bike held together well with no mechanicals (and no maintenance...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-02-18, 07:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,505
Posted By Yamato72

1000mi Report

We hit 1K miles this week and I thought I’d give a report. First off, I’ve mostly fixed the problem with my toes going numb by simply returning my cleats to their original position. A new pair of...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-31-18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,636
Posted By Yamato72

I've used the Take-A-Look mirror for several...

I've used the Take-A-Look mirror for several years. They have a classic and mini version. Make sure you try both and try a couple different mounting positions (ie distance from your eyeball). I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,408
Posted By Yamato72

This would take superb bike handling skills and...

This would take superb bike handling skills and team coordination, do you have any video showing how you do it?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-29-18, 07:05 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,241
Posted By Yamato72

Interesting that you say that, as I definitely...

Interesting that you say that, as I definitely feel like I am pedaling toes-down, even though I set (checked) my saddle height with my heel on the pedal. I'll check out the video and investigate...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-28-18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,241
Posted By Yamato72

Interesting that you say that, I first got SPD...

Interesting that you say that, I first got SPD pedals around 2000 with my mountain bike, I got my first road bike in 2014, still had the same SPD shoes, put SPD pedals on the roadie, and put 4-5K...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-28-18, 02:13 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,241
Posted By Yamato72

I find the tandem to be harder on my feet...

I find the tandem to be harder on my feet (especially my toes) and my legs still are destroyed by the end of our usual 30 mile loop. The latter is getting better, but I think with the former I am...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-05-18, 08:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,256
Posted By Yamato72

My wife and I rode single bikes together for 3...

My wife and I rode single bikes together for 3 years and trying to stay together while getting myself a good workout was a real pain. Add a headwind or hill into the equation and the tears (mostly...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-04-18, 01:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,074
Posted By Yamato72

Didn't even think about pulling the calipers,...

Didn't even think about pulling the calipers, thought you'd have to drain the lines each time.... :foo:

Nice!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-04-18, 07:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,074
Posted By Yamato72

Those are lovely. How are the brake lines...

Those are lovely. How are the brake lines handled when you de-couple and transport the road bike?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-27-18, 10:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 17,975
Posted By Yamato72

We bought a Thudbuster ST a couple weeks back and...

We bought a Thudbuster ST a couple weeks back and so far the stoker likes it but it has messed up her saddle height and fore-aft position because it naturally sags a bit back and down when you sit on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-17-18, 10:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,838
Posted By Yamato72

I have Jagwire stainless for all cables and I...

I have Jagwire stainless for all cables and I have one continuous length of Jagwire compressionless housing for the rear brake.

Jagwire does state the you should use continuous housing whenever...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-15-18, 08:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,838
Posted By Yamato72

I like them a lot, they helped me find the only...

I like them a lot, they helped me find the only 120mm stem, compatible with my fatty fork, on the planet.

Agree that the routing under the bottom bracket looks really gnarly.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-15-18, 08:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,120
Posted By Yamato72

Yeah that is drop-dead-gorgeous....

Yeah that is drop-dead-gorgeous. :thumb::thumb::thumb:



It's got to be less than that, our Cannondale is a L/S AL frame, Gates drive, and CF seat posts and bars and it weighs 37. Fork is AL...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-07-18, 08:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,168
Posted By Yamato72

This. Stoker and I have our half-bikes on...

This.

Stoker and I have our half-bikes on Elite Qubo smart trainers. I enjoy Zwift quite a bit, my stoker, not so much. One drawback to putting the tandem in a trainer is the stoker can't easily...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-30-18, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,982
Posted By Yamato72

I would suggest you keep it simple and focus your...

I would suggest you keep it simple and focus your efforts on bike fit and on your communication method. If your wife is comfortable on her single bike, translate the measurements over to the tandem...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-06-18, 06:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,582
Posted By Yamato72

I append "Tandem" to the end of the ride name on...

I append "Tandem" to the end of the ride name on Strava, and click the "hide from segment leaderboards" button; the latter in order to exclude my tandem rides from counting towards anything, since...
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