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02-06-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 594
Posted By Philly Tandem

If you're on Facebook there is a "Co-Motion...

If you're on Facebook there is a "Co-Motion Owners Group" where you might get some feedback on this question.
01-04-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 878
Posted By Philly Tandem

One thing to remember about 11s chains is that...

One thing to remember about 11s chains is that they need to be replaced at 50% wear rather than the "normal" 75% wear for 10s and less chains. I assume this would be the case for LinkGuide, too.
08-28-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 632
Posted By Philly Tandem

FYI, with most coupled triplets (like my Santana...

FYI, with most coupled triplets (like my Santana Cabrio) you can get an extra section made to turn it into a quad. Quads are hard to find used, so if you find a triple that you like don't necessarily...
02-17-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 839
Posted By Philly Tandem

The problem is your multiple cable/housing stops...

The problem is your multiple cable/housing stops on the frame. You really don't need two sets so close together, one on each side of the coupler. It's easy enough to just let the cable hang down when...
09-26-22, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,252
Posted By Philly Tandem

I got it as a from a bike shop in Oregon. Santana...

I got it as a from a bike shop in Oregon. Santana is based in California, why would I source it from Europe? :-)

It's on my to-do list to get it listed for sale as we haven't ridden it in a few...
09-06-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By Philly Tandem

Arai offered the "backing plate" with different...

Arai offered the "backing plate" with different diameter center-bore holes to fit different axle diameters. I believe they offered 14mm to fit Edco/Hadley hubs and 10mm for others (like Shimano)....
06-03-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,168
Posted By Philly Tandem

pipeliner Here you go: two Santana-specific...

pipeliner Here you go: two Santana-specific Octalink V1 BBs on PinkBike (with cranks and belt drive) https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3073300/ (not mine) I'd buy the belt and matching belt chainrings...
05-27-22, 04:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,168
Posted By Philly Tandem

Yes, I have a few squirreled away in my parts...

Yes, I have a few squirreled away in my parts bin. But I also have three Santana tandems, so I'm not going to part with them anytime soon ;-)
05-27-22, 04:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,821
Posted By Philly Tandem

By the way, we often pair our Ortlieb panniers...

By the way, we often pair our Ortlieb panniers with their rack-top duffle bag. It's super handy. Its buckles are designed to interface with the Top Roller pannier, but we manage to make it work with...
05-27-22, 04:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,821
Posted By Philly Tandem

I have two sets of the Bike Packer Plus (one is...

I have two sets of the Bike Packer Plus (one is easily 20 years old) and have generally been pleased with them. My only design complaint is that the top lid is fixed on the back side, meaning it...
05-24-22, 11:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,821
Posted By Philly Tandem

You could also look at the Tubus Logo rack, which...

You could also look at the Tubus Logo rack, which has a top platform and then another lower mounting point for panniers. Might solve your issue.
05-24-22, 09:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,168
Posted By Philly Tandem

FYI Meridian tandems with 160mm rear spacing use...

FYI Meridian tandems with 160mm rear spacing use 127.5mm BB axles, not the "standard" 118 that is commonly used on other tandems with 145mm spacing. (Meridian used the same rear spacing as Santana...
05-24-22, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,684
Posted By Philly Tandem

Santana Europe in Germany has used tandems listed...

Santana Europe in Germany has used tandems listed on their site. See "Gebrauchte tandems" on the left side menu. https://www.santana-tandem.com/de/news
05-24-22, 09:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,962
Posted By Philly Tandem

See if there are any REI stores near the seller....

See if there are any REI stores near the seller. I used them to pack and ship a tandem I bought on the West Coast to me on the East Coast. They did a very good job and were reasonable. That said, the...
05-24-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,407
Posted By Philly Tandem

Your Rio is probably vintage late 80s, likely...

Your Rio is probably vintage late 80s, likely 1989ish. We had the same model as our first tandem, bought used in 1994, so I'm pretty familiar with the model. Around 1990 Santana switched to...
05-24-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,540
Posted By Philly Tandem

I don't have that hub so can't be completely...

I don't have that hub so can't be completely sure, but based on other tandem hubs I have used (Hadley, etc.), my guess is that there is a spacer in the endcap that can be removed to make space for...
01-12-22, 04:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,658
Posted By Philly Tandem

No experience with the Bike Friday tandem, but I...

No experience with the Bike Friday tandem, but I do own two BF New World Tourist single bikes and am happy with them. They ride very much like a full-size bike. Have you also considered an...
01-12-22, 10:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,407
Posted By Philly Tandem

I've owned and extensively ridden both small and...

I've owned and extensively ridden both small and medium-framed Santanas, as I'm basically right in between the two sizes. I ended up selling my medium tandems and bought smalls due to the dropped...
Forum: Touring
09-17-21, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,246
Posted By Philly Tandem

Good review on your website! Thanks for the link....

Good review on your website! Thanks for the link. I've biked the Danube (self-supported) several times and have always wondered about the bike-boat experience.
Forum: Touring
09-17-21, 08:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,059
Posted By Philly Tandem

I've taken the Capitol Ltd a few times from...

I've taken the Capitol Ltd a few times from Cumberland to Pittsburgh, and it's been late each time. Once really late (like 1:30 am into PGH). So check for updates frequently. I think AMTRAK has an...
09-03-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,421
Posted By Philly Tandem

FYI: New Co-Motion Group on Facebook

Those who own, or are interested in, Co-Motion bikes and/or tandems may want to check out a new Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/comotionowners
09-03-21, 09:57 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,391
Posted By Philly Tandem

FYI, for those interested in Co-Motions, there is...

FYI, for those interested in Co-Motions, there is a new(ish) Facebook Group just for Co-Motion owners (single or tandem) or those interested in the brand:...
09-03-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,163
Posted By Philly Tandem

I've sold probably 10-12 used tandems over the...

I've sold probably 10-12 used tandems over the past 15 years or so (either upgrading, changing sizes, or simply fixing up and reselling), and similarly have bought quite a few used ones, too. I sold...
08-22-21, 02:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,252
Posted By Philly Tandem

Usually it's the cassette, as you found out. But...

Usually it's the cassette, as you found out. But a worn chain can also wear the chainrings enough that they will slip under load (climbing, etc.). So be sure to also test each of the front rings with...
Forum: Touring
08-16-21, 11:06 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,056
Posted By Philly Tandem

Just updated my comment. No, don't lock anything,...

Just updated my comment. No, don't lock anything, at least when in the airport (in a taxi, at a hotel, etc., is a different story). TSA may have to break it, non-TSA entities (foreign customs, etc.),...
Forum: Touring
08-16-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,056
Posted By Philly Tandem

We have checked S&S cases and bags dozens of...

We have checked S&S cases and bags dozens of times, and I'd say about 50% of the time we get the TSA (or foreign equivalent) notice in the bag that they have been opened. Never had any problems. I...
08-16-21, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,276
Posted By Philly Tandem

That's pretty cool! I've thought of doing...

That's pretty cool! I've thought of doing something similar for my 2016 Odyssey but am too lazy :-)

Questions:
1. How does it bolt to the seat mounts (I assume) in the second row? Do you have a...
07-22-21, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,731
Posted By Philly Tandem

They've been around for a long time. Look up...

They've been around for a long time. Look up Magura brakes: https://www.magura.com/en/components/bike/rim-brakes/

They seem to be more popular in Europe than in the USA for some reason...
07-22-21, 02:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,513
Posted By Philly Tandem

I put a Gates belt on our Santana Arriva last...

I put a Gates belt on our Santana Arriva last year and now you guys have me all stressed out! All this tech-speak hurts my tiny English-major brain...
05-04-21, 06:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,662
Posted By Philly Tandem

Bluebook is useless for specialty bikes like...

Bluebook is useless for specialty bikes like tandems (and honestly most bikes in general, IMO)
04-12-21, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,002
Posted By Philly Tandem

We ride our tandem and triplet often in Lancaster...

We ride our tandem and triplet often in Lancaster County, on many of the same roads. For sure the hills are more "punchy" than you'll find in Colorado, but most are short(ish). You'll be fine. You'll...
04-12-21, 08:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,285
Posted By Philly Tandem

I have the TRP HY/RD mechanical-hydro brakes on...

I have the TRP HY/RD mechanical-hydro brakes on my coupled Co-Motion single bike. I think they are the best of both worlds: hydro power and modulation, with mechanical ease of setup and the ability...
Forum: Touring
02-07-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,596
Posted By Philly Tandem

My only complaint with the Bike Packers is that...

My only complaint with the Bike Packers is that the top hood does not "float" and allow you to expand capacity on times when you need a bit extra (like after buying food, etc.). There is a big...
Forum: Touring
02-05-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,627
Posted By Philly Tandem

I did a sort of "test" day ride in the section...

I did a sort of "test" day ride in the section south of Lisbon, from Trafaria and then south past Costa da Caparica, on a day off from a business trip, as exploring for a future longer tour. I came...
02-05-21, 09:32 AM
Replies: 323
Views: 185,795
Posted By Philly Tandem

Revised price of $795: motivated to sell, feel...

Revised price of $795: motivated to sell, feel free to make an offer! Located in Philadelphia, Pa.

Santana Sovereign aluminum tandem bicycle. Standover height of 32.75” front and 30” rear (XL...
Forum: Touring
01-28-21, 09:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,465
Posted By Philly Tandem

Sounds like maybe you got a crankset already, but...

Sounds like maybe you got a crankset already, but if not, I have an XTR triple crank with 46-34-24 9/10 speed rings. $70. Takes Octalink BB. Details at...
01-28-21, 09:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 34,547
Posted By Philly Tandem

I work for a European company that typically has...

I work for a European company that typically has a lot of employees traveling around the world. The guidance we've heard repeatedly is not to expect European travel to open up much, if at all, is...
01-28-21, 09:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,947
Posted By Philly Tandem

As others have noted, cable splitters are well...

As others have noted, cable splitters are well worth the cost for a tandem or triplet IMO, as it makes it much easier to source cables, especially if you are traveling/touring away from regular...
01-28-21, 09:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,621
Posted By Philly Tandem

As a data point, our Santana triplet has a QR...

As a data point, our Santana triplet has a QR rear axle (160mm spaced) and it's held up fine for 10+ years, even with touring loads when the bike, passengers, and gear are likely pushing 500# total...
12-14-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,253
Posted By Philly Tandem

We've used the Pletscher for years on both our...

We've used the Pletscher for years on both our tandem and triplet, including with touring loads, with no issues. And I can tell you our triplet, loaded with front and rear bags, weights a lot more...
12-14-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,849
Posted By Philly Tandem

We'll probably be selling our Santana Cabrio S&S...

We'll probably be selling our Santana Cabrio S&S triplet in the spring. Size medium, 700c wheels, steel frame. How soon are you looking to buy and where are you located?
08-17-20, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,669
Posted By Philly Tandem

On cranks with the bolt "hidden" behind the...

On cranks with the bolt "hidden" behind the crankarm, I do indeed put the nut facing out and the bolt in from the backside. Usually a small chainring nut spanner will fit behind the crankarm, but...
02-28-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,286
Posted By Philly Tandem

Triple on the Santana Europe used page for 5400...

Triple on the Santana Europe used page for 5400 Euro: https://www.santana-tandem.com/en/news/second-hand-tandems.html
02-28-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,286
Posted By Philly Tandem

Get a coupled triple...

Get a coupled triple...
02-28-20, 08:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,972
Posted By Philly Tandem

You don't "have" to disconnect the cable spliters...

You don't "have" to disconnect the cable spliters if you are just basically "folding" the bike to put inside a car or on a rack. Just leave the cables attached.


For the OP's type of use,...
02-28-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,972
Posted By Philly Tandem

You don't "have" to disconnect the cable spliters...

You don't "have" to disconnect the cable spliters if you are just basically "folding" the bike to put inside a car or on a rack. Just leave the cables attached.

For the OP's type of use,...
02-28-20, 08:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,286
Posted By Philly Tandem

Yup, +1 on Santana Europe/Wolfgang in Rosenheim,...

Yup, +1 on Santana Europe/Wolfgang in Rosenheim, Germany (between Munich and Salzburg, AT). From what I've seen, he has a lot of experience in the 3+ seater bikes. We spent a day with one of his...
02-28-20, 08:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,234
Posted By Philly Tandem

We got our first tandem in 1994 and our triple in...

We got our first tandem in 1994 and our triple in ~2009. I really didn't feel much of a learning curve moving from the tandem to the triple. Partially because 1) We were pretty experienced with the...
Forum: Touring
02-02-20, 05:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,228
Posted By Philly Tandem

Nice job on the video! I've had the route on my...

Nice job on the video! I've had the route on my to-do list for years, the video was great to help me visualize it. Maybe this summer...
01-19-20, 09:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,442
Posted By Philly Tandem

Since the Arai usually acts as a drag brake for...

Since the Arai usually acts as a drag brake for long descents, using a ratcheting shifter allows you to set the brake at a certain level and easily maintain that during the descent. You can do that...
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