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Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-10-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,808
Posted By twocicle

I would not call this additional micro-thin...

I would not call this additional micro-thin washer a shim (ie it is not used as a spacer). If it was installed between the BB bearing cup and the tandem frame or the BB bearings and the crank...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-19-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,808
Posted By twocicle

The thin washer is only needed for the driveside...

The thin washer is only needed for the driveside on the stoker cranks.

The lockring tool is different than Specialized which will not work on these cranks.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,808
Posted By twocicle

Carnac The Magnificent suggests having a good...

Carnac The Magnificent suggests having a good mechanic review your issue in person. Remote guesses are worth less than the cost of the bits needed to write this.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By twocicle

Having used Shimano RS785 hydraulic brakes for...

Having used Shimano RS785 hydraulic brakes for quite a few years on our travel road tandem, I can report no show stopper issues, they provide much more braking power than cable versions and no loss...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,808
Posted By twocicle

You ended up getting probably the best option for...

You ended up getting probably the best option for new BB cups since the Lightning version has ABEC-5 bearings which are superior to lower spec bearings (Wheels uses ABEC-3). Sadly like most things...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-10-22, 05:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,681
Posted By twocicle

Congratulations on dodging a bullet... so far,...

Congratulations on dodging a bullet... so far, with your fatigue testing.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-23-22, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,876
Posted By twocicle

IMO, teams need to assess and compare what their...

IMO, teams need to assess and compare what their solo bike abilities would be before blaming a tandem, and then the quality of the tandem and it's overall performance characteristics along with team...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,279
Posted By twocicle

Do you know if this frame is Calfee's "Adventure"...

Do you know if this frame is Calfee's "Adventure" or "Road" model? Just curious to match against their posted geo for various models.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,279
Posted By twocicle

phone Tim @ Lightning

phone Tim @ Lightning
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-22, 01:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,283
Posted By twocicle

I am curious about the geometry, rear spacing,...

I am curious about the geometry, rear spacing, etc. Do you have details of the build?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-12-22, 07:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,349
Posted By twocicle

Not to hijack this Lightning crank thread, but I...

Not to hijack this Lightning crank thread, but I am curious what the q-factor is for the "newer" EVO386 based SL-K tandem set. I'm guessing it's not super narrow given that the set supports 68 and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 91,359
Posted By twocicle

Simple FYI for others to find info about the OP...

Simple FYI for others to find info about the OP tandem ... https://binghambuiltbikes.com/portfolio-items/tandem/
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-22-21, 01:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,374
Posted By twocicle

We have traveled plenty with our Shimano Di2...

We have traveled plenty with our Shimano Di2 Hydraulic brakes. IMO, using a mineral oil based (non-toxic) system is by far the least headache and safer all round.

The key things to avoid:
- do...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-30-21, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,686
Posted By twocicle

It is a common misconception that the max psi...

It is a common misconception that the max psi values provided by the mfr will apply to all travel settings. Even if you phone the customer support line, you'll likely get someone simply referring to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-03-21, 10:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,283
Posted By twocicle

Great setup and paint job (except for the temp...

Great setup and paint job (except for the temp pedals of course :) !

Curious which mfr/model fork was used?

Also, maybe join the FB - eTandems group and post the pic of your pretty ride......
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-25-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,671
Posted By twocicle

I have owned a Fandango and set that up as a...

I have owned a Fandango and set that up as a fairly hardcore mtb trail bike. Very solid frame while also a very lightweight frame (within grams of our Calfee Dragonfly w/stainless S&S couplers). If...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-20-20, 05:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,576
Posted By twocicle

Hi Tlubbs, I see you just joined this forum...

Hi Tlubbs,

I see you just joined this forum on 07-19-20, same day as posting the above. Welcome.

How about posting a photo of you both riding with these helmets?
Where are you based?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-19-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,671
Posted By twocicle

The Fandango and Fandango "GiGi" (don't ask me)...

The Fandango and Fandango "GiGi" (don't ask me) are Mtb Tandem framesets made specifically for Alex Nutt by Ventana. Ventana also makes their name brand ECDM full suspension frame and a fatty El...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-17-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,667
Posted By twocicle

Contrary to the posts above, here is proof of a...

Contrary to the posts above, here is proof of a XTR Di2 triple setup using 48/36/26 rings...

upgrade to triple XTR Di2 and Lightning cranks (https://goo.gl/photos/QRRvPFvggZrMXuHA9)

We have had...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-17-20, 03:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 644
Posted By twocicle

Need wheels? Check this out

Over in the "Tandem Bikes and Gear Marketplace" ...

Wheelsets++ Kinlin rims, WI hub, bladed spokes, and more...
Forum: Tandem Bikes and Gear Marketplace
07-17-20, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By twocicle

Wheelsets++ Kinlin rims, WI hub, bladed spokes, and more

pulled listing. I see no other way to remove so updating here.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-20, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

The simple solution is to use a set of dual...

The simple solution is to use a set of dual piston rs785 calipers which take a compression nut instead of banjo. With this setup, you can simply run an unbroken length of BH90 hose from levers to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-20, 10:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

Yes, the BH90 is now used for the current the...

Yes, the BH90 is now used for the current the road (ultegra & dura ace) and mtb (xtr, xt, saint) hydro brakes. Jagwire has a "Pro" hose kit that works ok on the mtb rear hose run, but it is still a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-23-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

"Ti-Cycles hose coupler...

"Ti-Cycles hose coupler (https://www.ticycles.com/store-all/hydraulic-brake-line-coupler?fbclid=IwAR1LnyVwAjkO8ZydfpQi0eLTgQcfQD33kLFyIL13O02mXRNtvHoOjsL3e8I)"

The above comes with some...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-23-20, 05:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

Not for mechanical shifting that I'm aware of. ...

Not for mechanical shifting that I'm aware of. Only Di2 can do both triple FD and hydro brakes. Perhaps there are 3rd party/non-Shimano?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-18-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,433
Posted By twocicle

Sorry but that info is lacking geometry and fork...

Sorry but that info is lacking geometry and fork detail needed to determine trail and wheel flop... key factors in how the bike reacts to turning the fork.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-18-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By twocicle

Plus the only shifter and RD that will work with...

Plus the only shifter and RD that will work with these is SRAM. ie: you cannot use a Shimano shifter/RD with the above cassettes and cannot mix-and-match shifters/RD between mfr.

Point to note...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-17-20, 05:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,433
Posted By twocicle

Can be a geometry (wheel flop, fork trail, etc)...

Can be a geometry (wheel flop, fork trail, etc) issue and possibly weight distribution (very front end heavy). Knobbies probably won't solve much in this case.

Do you have the specs for your...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-12-20, 06:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,433
Posted By twocicle

Some tandem mtb video samples... ...

Some tandem mtb video samples...

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_IOBm842quIvjq9K1y3V_w
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-12-20, 06:28 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 29,594
Posted By twocicle

Interesting. I wasn't aware of the Shimano...

Interesting. I wasn't aware of the Shimano compatible Hope road calipers.

FWIW, we run full Shimano hydro brakes on both our road (rs785 dual piston) and mtb (M8000 4 piston) bikes. Holding up...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-12-20, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,262
Posted By twocicle

Except Calfee tandems do not have a Carbon BB...

Except Calfee tandems do not have a Carbon BB shell. Both front and rear are sleeved with metal. Bonding to the frame may be the underlying issue the OP is now chasing.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-14-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

Corrected the info in that posting. Thx.

Corrected the info in that posting. Thx.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-14-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,499
Posted By twocicle

Oh nuts. I need to quit my day job so I can...

Oh nuts. I need to quit my day job so I can concentrate on this fun stuff. Corrected the post. Tks.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,262
Posted By twocicle

Just chiming in as a Lightning crank user... ...

Just chiming in as a Lightning crank user...

We never had any creaking or squeaking (not much help to you, I understand). We are still running the original steel bearing set after a couple years...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-20, 08:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

https://www.bikeforums.net/21468201-post1.html

https://www.bikeforums.net/21468201-post1.html
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-11-20, 08:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,499
Posted By twocicle

Ultegra Di2 shifters just got really cheap. Upgrade from RS785

$249.95 @ Backcountry (aka Competitive Cyclist)...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-28-20, 03:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,884
Posted By twocicle

Nice long write up :) FWIW, originally we...

Nice long write up :)

FWIW, originally we had the RS785 brake set on our road tandem. I never liked those levers, both because of the large shape, but more importantly the poor bleeding and lever...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-18-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,962
Posted By twocicle

Eric says it works great. Both sets of cranks...

Eric says it works great. Both sets of cranks have their own crank torque sensors which results in each motor working just like it would on a single e-bike - according to Eric.

I suggest going to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-20, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,962
Posted By twocicle

Dually Landshark e-Tandem MTB

Posting this from a FaceBook friend, Eric Nelson.

Custom Landshark hardtail frame. Dual Shimano E8000 motors, independent pedaling (similar to da Vinci IPS). BTW, this is also a "mullet" build -...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-06-20, 08:31 AM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 668,578
Posted By twocicle

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-29-19, 05:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,561
Posted By twocicle

FWIW (vs. a pissing contest), when cruising along...

FWIW (vs. a pissing contest), when cruising along on the tandem we typically spin higher (103 is a good average) than my 100ish cadence on a single and frequently find ourselves reving upwards of...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-26-19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,800
Posted By twocicle

Just don't go this route:...

Just don't go this route: https://www.bikeforums.net/20421636-post17.html

Yes the above crash occurred due to hitting potholes, but I still believe a much stronger wheel would have had a better...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-26-19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,561
Posted By twocicle

A good sus post can be tuned to provide a...

A good sus post can be tuned to provide a "platform" (ie: firm base support) if that is desired. The Thudbuster line has different elastomers per weight range and the LT has a preload screw that can...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-22-19, 12:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,014
Posted By twocicle

29, 2.0 tires will be difficult to put into...

29, 2.0 tires will be difficult to put into standard S&S 26" cases. Even normal 700c tires need to be mostly deflated to fit if left on the rims. Caution though, I've seen teams blow their tubes...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-19-19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,413
Posted By twocicle

Yes, as you found out, the Cannondale has some...

Yes, as you found out, the Cannondale has some fat chainstays which leave little room for chainring clearance.

Depending on how much clearance was needed for your 52T ring, I might have tried...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-19-19, 01:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,014
Posted By twocicle

When we bought our first S&S tandem from a local...

When we bought our first S&S tandem from a local tandem dealer, shortly afterward they held a group clinic where many couples all got together and did the pack/unpack process right in the shop - and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-14-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,039
Posted By twocicle

Assuming "It's working well" is relating to the...

Assuming "It's working well" is relating to the "Hy/Rd". I have not heard of anyone have issues with the relatively newer release (after 2015 I think there was some fixes). Of course, it does need...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-14-19, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,443
Posted By twocicle

The reason for this is that you are worried the...

The reason for this is that you are worried the rear wheel will be stolen?

Hmm, when I park our shabby ride for an extended away time, I run cable locks through both wheels and the frame. Also do...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-14-19, 11:27 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,039
Posted By twocicle

The Spyre is IMO too anemic (weak) a brake to use...

The Spyre is IMO too anemic (weak) a brake to use on most tandems, especially if you ride steeper hills or need to stop within a short distance. Hy/Rd is known to work much better and you will find...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-05-19, 04:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,928
Posted By twocicle

These spider tab shims from Raceface do an ok job...

These spider tab shims from Raceface do an ok job of providing some aesthetics and dispersion of point loading from crank bolt head lips. <-- yes, that was an intended funny....
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