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Forum: Recreational & Family
06-15-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,197
Posted By NRissy

Ok, I guess I should give an update. I took a...

Ok, I guess I should give an update. I took a chance and got the Gary Fisher, and I am glad I did!
The guy bought it for his son for a Christmas present. In February he took a much better job that...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-15-23, 08:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,498
Posted By NRissy

Get him on a small 26 and a 24 in bike. let him...

Get him on a small 26 and a 24 in bike. let him ride it and try it out. Last summer, my son was on a 16. He was too big for it. Got an old 20 in giant from a friend, thought it was perfect....
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-28-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 149,631
Posted By NRissy

Well, Here is my progression of my bike train!...

Well, Here is my progression of my bike train! Buying my son his own 20in geared bike this summer as, at 7 years old, he wants more independence and on a single speed he can't keep up!
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-28-23, 05:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,197
Posted By NRissy

Last night I was online and saw that REI was...

Last night I was online and saw that REI was doing an anniversary sale. 30% of their Co-op bikes. That puts their Co-op cycles REV 20 6 speed at $280. With membership, $310. REI is on the other side...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-15-23, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,197
Posted By NRissy

Haven't made a decision yet. I have time. My son...

Haven't made a decision yet. I have time. My son actually road an old Trek 20 for about 15 minutes at a demonstration and he fit it really well. Has no idea how to shift yet; but that is to be...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-11-23, 09:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,197
Posted By NRissy

Kids 20in bike

I am a school teacher who lives 1 mile from the elementary school where I teach. I can easily bike to school. The problem is my son. I bought a tandem thinking we could ride that to school, Can't...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-07-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,670
Posted By NRissy

As promised the weather was finally nice enough...

As promised the weather was finally nice enough for me to break out the tandem, we-ride co-pilot and trailer set up. we got about 4 miles in with a trip to the park! Looking forward to a lot of miles...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-03-23, 06:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,239
Posted By NRissy

I have a Hollywood frame rack I use. When I am...

I have a Hollywood frame rack I use. When I am going any distance, I take the front tire off. if I am just going across town to the bike trail, I don't mess with taking the tire off. Most 4 bike bike...
Forum: Introductions
02-23-23, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,097
Posted By NRissy

I started my son on a wee-ride co-pilot; when he...

I started my son on a wee-ride co-pilot; when he got frustrated with that (anything over 12mph he was just spinning instead of helping to pedal) I go a tandem.
I joined a tandem group on Facebook...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-18-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,398
Posted By NRissy

I would recommend just buying a new receiver off...

I would recommend just buying a new receiver off Amazon.
Another option would be to watch FB marketplace; you can probably find a junked trailer you can swap parts out on.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-31-22, 04:09 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,656
Posted By NRissy

I find it harder buts that only because I have a...

I find it harder buts that only because I have a six year old on the back of the tandem who likes to wiggle around and doesn't really add much in the terms of peddle power....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-17-22, 05:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,670
Posted By NRissy

That what I did. I started my son ona wee-ride...

That what I did. I started my son ona wee-ride co-pilot; when he got frustrated with that (anything over 12mph he was just spinning instead of helping to pedal) I go a tandem.
I joined a tandem...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-05-22, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 627
Posted By NRissy

Trek Voda bottle bite piece

My son and I participated in a large community ride out of Lincoln NE this summer. part of our registration was two Voda water bottles. At 6 years old this 15 mile ride was his first experience...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-19-22, 05:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By NRissy

I just bought a cheap one from a store called...

I just bought a cheap one from a store called menards (Midwest lowes or home depot). I didn;t use the cheap short screws that came with it; I replaced those with 3 inch torx screws that I made sure...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-18-22, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By NRissy

I have my wife's bike hanging on a hook on the...

I have my wife's bike hanging on a hook on the side of the garage, back tire on ground, front tire in hook. I have/am using the ceiling mount systems, they work good. Just be careful of the hook...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-18-22, 05:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,014
Posted By NRissy

Your in Australia, I don't know how many tandems...

Your in Australia, I don't know how many tandems are in Australia. In the U.S. I would pass on the polygon, you can find a better used tandem for about the same price.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-17-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,009
Posted By NRissy

I put a Ursus Jumbo on my tandem. I don't have...

I put a Ursus Jumbo on my tandem. I don't have heavy bags on my tandem, but I do get a three- year old out of the trailer and he likes to wiggle/bump the tandem on his way out. Also my stoker is six...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-28-22, 03:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,142
Posted By NRissy

The bike was hanging on a hook in the garage so...

The bike was hanging on a hook in the garage so no dry rot that I notice.
Skidding the back tire? that was me growing up. I was so upset when I got my new bike with v-breaks as a kid and could no...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-27-22, 08:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,142
Posted By NRissy

Was talking to a friend who said he had a couple...

Was talking to a friend who said he had a couple of bikes in his shed from his grandkids (they are now in college) and I could pick one. Here is what my son now has:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-22, 08:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,291
Posted By NRissy

I have no reason to upgrade. I have entry level...

I have no reason to upgrade. I have entry level road and mountain bike that don't get the miles on them that they deserve. I spend most of my time riding my tandem with my sons. I won't be upgrading....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-27-22, 08:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,593
Posted By NRissy

So I bought the Ursus Jumbo. Put it on and it...

So I bought the Ursus Jumbo. Put it on and it does a great job of holding up the tandem.
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-06-22, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,142
Posted By NRissy

Bike for my son

I am at a loss as to what to do for my six year old son for a bike.
He has a 14in bike with training wheels he has outgrown. He is ready to get rid of training wheels but not quite.
He is 47in tall...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-03-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,674
Posted By NRissy

Bearzy, I will agree. I grew up on Walmart bikes;...

Bearzy, I will agree. I grew up on Walmart bikes; but like you, I realized that spending more on a nice bike will greatly improve my riding comfort.
I am having this disagreement with my wife...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-22, 10:32 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,674
Posted By NRissy

About 10 years ago three college kids decided to...

About 10 years ago three college kids decided to come out to my local MTB spot. They were friends with one of the regulars' daughters and wanted to come out and try Mountain Biking in Nebraska. All...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-19-22, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,153
Posted By NRissy

Could you try putting him on a tandem? Having...

Could you try putting him on a tandem? Having someone in front to steer while he just pedals? their are blind tandem clubs; you might find someone who could help you wit this. I also know that...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-06-22, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,851
Posted By NRissy

I picked up a specialized 24 in 1x9 for free from...

I picked up a specialized 24 in 1x9 for free from somebody because the back tire had been destroyed. I hope by the time my middle child is on the tandem my son can use that bike.

I really need to...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-05-22, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,851
Posted By NRissy

Hey, I am a couple of years ahead of you! One...

Hey, I am a couple of years ahead of you! One thing you might want to think about is getting a beater bike for you and the kids. Mine is a old trek 3700 MTB I picked up for $75. I never liked trying...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-05-22, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,319
Posted By NRissy

First question, have you ever ridden a tandem...

First question, have you ever ridden a tandem with your wife? My wife and I did a couple of years ago. our local park & rec center had a tandem cruiser you could rent for the day. It is better to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-22, 09:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,593
Posted By NRissy

I looked at the click-stand, but I fear that my...

I looked at the click-stand, but I fear that my bike will be shifted enough when loading and unloading that it would still fall. I looked at Velo Orange on Amazon and the reviews seam to be hit or...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-17-22, 07:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,593
Posted By NRissy

I don't plan on having my child stoker on the...

I don't plan on having my child stoker on the bike while it is on the kickstand. I do plan on trying to get my three-year old out of the trailer while it is on the kick stand. Would you recommend the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-16-22, 09:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,593
Posted By NRissy

Tandem kickstand

I need a kickstand for my tandem; and it needs to be one that can handle some pressure. I have a trailer with my three year old in it. My stoker is my six year old. Currently I try to fine something...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-25-21, 08:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,847
Posted By NRissy

Buying new for under $500 is going to be a...

Buying new for under $500 is going to be a disaster. A used bike would be a much better option for your budget.
Facebook market place. I would also try to join some local biking groups and put out a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-25-21, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,361
Posted By NRissy

Cycling with the kids

After I got out of college I got back into cycling and enjoyed it for several years before we had our first child. I no longer had the time to ride like I did before children. So, I decided to...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-25-21, 06:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,249
Posted By NRissy

I would defiantly try out a tandem with your wife...

I would defiantly try out a tandem with your wife before buying one. Thier are lots of places where you could rent one. My local city's rec department has a cruiser style one that my wife and I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,516
Posted By NRissy

Ok, I will agree with you on that Indy. I know...

Ok, I will agree with you on that Indy. I know several people who have tried to take there MTB and also use it for a gravel race or use their road bike to ride around town with the kids and hate it....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-21, 08:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,226
Posted By NRissy

Well, what you need depending on your riding...

Well, what you need depending on your riding ability, your granddaughters needs, and how much you are going to realistically use it.
I started with a trailer. I personally don't like the little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-21, 08:32 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,516
Posted By NRissy

How many bikes? I have: my 29er mountain bike ...

How many bikes? I have:
my 29er mountain bike
my road bike
my around town bike I have the wee-ride attached to for the kids (late 90's early 2000 Trek 26in MTB)
Santana tandem for my son and I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-14-21, 07:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,843
Posted By NRissy

I have a Hollywood bike rack that sits on the...

I have a Hollywood bike rack that sits on the back of my truck; I have always used that. It keeps it level and high enough for me to work on it. It is a frame rack; so it doesn't interfere with the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-18-21, 09:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,431
Posted By NRissy

I have a hollywood traveler frame bike rack that...

I have a hollywood traveler frame bike rack that I put my tandem on. it sticks out about 6 inches with the rear tire; 8-12 inches with the front tire on. I don't take the tire off when I am...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-18-21, 09:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By NRissy

Alright. Here is what the final product is! My...

Alright. Here is what the final product is! My boys are so happy. Happy Father's day to me!!!!
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-01-21, 07:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,527
Posted By NRissy

I agree with what many have said. Find a old used...

I agree with what many have said. Find a old used bike that is in good shape for your family bike (mine is a Trek 3700 MTB) then buy a nice bike for yourself. Also you have a 16 year old your going...
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-29-21, 08:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,527
Posted By NRissy

Well; talk to your biking buddies and let your...

Well; talk to your biking buddies and let your Facebook friends know you are looking for a great intro bike for mostly trail riding but also around town with the kids; you will be surprised to find...
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-29-21, 11:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,527
Posted By NRissy

Both of the bikes you are looking at would be a...

Both of the bikes you are looking at would be a great option. Remember; a more aggressive tire and bike can be road on pavement easier than a skinny slick on gravel/dirt. I am normally one to give up...
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-29-21, 11:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,438
Posted By NRissy

I would look for a used 90's mountain bike. As...

I would look for a used 90's mountain bike. As Vegas Triker said they would be a great all around bike. You could also put some less aggressive tires on the bike to make it roll easier on the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-28-21, 07:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By NRissy

Thank you all for the imput. I took my bike down...

Thank you all for the imput. I took my bike down to a bike shop I trust and had a nice talk with them. We looked at blocks and other ideas and ultimately decided to go with a child stoker kit because...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-21, 08:44 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,200
Posted By NRissy

About any steel frame would be fine; most are way...

About any steel frame would be fine; most are way over engineered. The big thing would be tires; if you are worried about them holding up; buy tandem rims and tires. A standard tandem team can be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-10-21, 06:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By NRissy

We already ride all the time; I have a wee ride...

We already ride all the time; I have a wee ride co-pilot that he is frustrated with because he knows he is free-wheeling. he wants to peddle.

]...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-09-21, 07:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,190
Posted By NRissy

Lowest stoker seat hight.

Bought a Santana Encore; was given the crank-set for a child stoker kit (missing chain and bottom sprocket) Thought everything was going to be great. Then I realized that the child stoker kit was for...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-04-21, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,311
Posted By NRissy

New development. I purchased the Santana...

New development. I purchased the Santana yesterday! I am super excited and as soon as the extended family left for Easter, I started fiddling with it. I got part of a child's stoker kit to use with...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-19-21, 08:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,053
Posted By NRissy

My son wasn't really able to sit in his trailer...

My son wasn't really able to sit in his trailer until 18 months (1.5 years). Sleeping in them can be fairly difficult because they are designed to have the child in a modified five point harness that...
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