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02-21-22, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,253
Posted By CaptainHaddock

A bit late to the party, but I upgraded us to a...

A bit late to the party, but I upgraded us to a 650b wheel-set as we prefer gravel riding. This has allowed us to go up to a 50mm tire front and rear. A massive improvement in experience both from...
01-12-21, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,571
Posted By CaptainHaddock

This is the route I've gone. I run 165 cranks as...

This is the route I've gone. I run 165 cranks as captain, and they just don't exist for LHD tandem cranks.
01-12-21, 08:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,042
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I'll point out, that by converting to 650b, you...

I'll point out, that by converting to 650b, you are generally able to shoehorn much larger tires in the space of tighter spaced frames. We're on a cannondale Rt2, and we're able to just fit a 50mm...
08-25-20, 11:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,599
Posted By CaptainHaddock

So, quite honestly, unless you're doing something...

So, quite honestly, unless you're doing something really hard on the wheels (aggressive gravel riding for example), and unless you're neglecting them (not checking your spoke tension from time to...
08-11-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

well, yes/no. as mentioned in my op, I'm moving...

well, yes/no. as mentioned in my op, I'm moving to di2, so given that buttons are/or can be everywhere I want them to be, (left right and center [should I want it]) and things like sycroshift exist,...
08-07-20, 12:18 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 90,856
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Sara (and/or Bruce) any feedback as to how the...

Sara (and/or Bruce) any feedback as to how the tagalong feels on a tandem (especially for the captain)? I'd like to move my son to one (while keeping my daughter on a rack mounted seat for the...
08-07-20, 12:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

We've been on a few rides since I posted this...

We've been on a few rides since I posted this question (stupid covid has kept our hydro hose on order...) and so we're still on our cable actuated disk brakes. Anyway, these rides consist of...
08-06-20, 11:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,846
Posted By CaptainHaddock

So aside from style, why do you prefer the...

So aside from style, why do you prefer the lateral beam for your tandems (because I can't seem to think of the right phrase, I mean the tubing from the top of the head/steer tube, to the lower rear...
08-06-20, 11:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By CaptainHaddock

And yet another update on those racekings. we...

And yet another update on those racekings. we took her out to the Dallas (Oregon) hinterlands and completed a ride which we had failed at many year prior (6 flats, no more patches, no more co2...
08-06-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,460
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I'm with you on this one for sure. even more so...

I'm with you on this one for sure. even more so since we moved to 650b, and wide/high volume tires. It really takes the annoying & taxing road vibration out of the ride experience.
07-28-20, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By CaptainHaddock

As an update on the RaceKings. Wow, just what the...

As an update on the RaceKings. Wow, just what the doctor ordered! We just back from having spent the last week out in SW Washington, riding some amazing gravel in the Gifford Pinchot forest. Aside...
07-19-20, 12:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,645
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I've no opinion on the Fandango product line (not...

I've no opinion on the Fandango product line (not owing one and all), but I would mention that quite a few road tandems can become gravel (and light single track) bikes by simply slapping on a 650b...
07-17-20, 11:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

oh, I think it's probably their way disclaiming...

oh, I think it's probably their way disclaiming any responsibility / protecting themselves. from https://si.shimano.com/pdfs/dm/DM-GADBR01-02-ENG.pdf, if you search tandem you'll see this

"SHIMANO...
07-17-20, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,146
Posted By CaptainHaddock

We have a '12 RT2, and yes, the compact rear...

We have a '12 RT2, and yes, the compact rear triangle does indeed make for a challenging fitment of a rear rack. We've never toured, but when we would bring our (then) 4 year old with us, we wound...
07-17-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,232
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I'd argue that 650b x 43mm to 50mm are the sweet...

I'd argue that 650b x 43mm to 50mm are the sweet spot for tandems. you don't want to go much smaller for a couple of reasons: You'll be loosing the volume and so having to run higher PSI/Bar, and so...
07-17-20, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

huh, Shimano's stating that their hydro systems...

huh, Shimano's stating that their hydro systems are not tandem compatible. Interesting. Well whatever, still doing it.
07-12-20, 11:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

It's no so much that I need hand-holding, rather,...

It's no so much that I need hand-holding, rather, wanting to know if anyone has used them, and if they have found them of value. I'm on my way up from mechanical to hydro on the tandem (I've been...
07-09-20, 07:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,658
Posted By CaptainHaddock

You absolutely can do a 3x up front. I think it's...

You absolutely can do a 3x up front. I think it's mostly don't feel that there's good enough reason to do so however. With the new wide range 11 and or 12x cassettes in the rear, you can achieve the...
07-08-20, 10:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By CaptainHaddock

2009-12 C-dale Rt2 Gravel focused 650b Tire fitment

Hey gang,
seeing as the Cannondale RT2 is fairly popular 'round bout, I thought I'd share what 650b gravel focused tires I've found to fit in the rear (the chain stay being the pinch point) so far,...
07-08-20, 09:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,658
Posted By CaptainHaddock

While I recognize the frustrations of poured...

While I recognize the frustrations of poured cement ceilings (i.e. reflects all the sound, not easy to run new wiring etc), I'm super jealous!
07-08-20, 07:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,658
Posted By CaptainHaddock

totally unrelated to your upgrade, but I'm so...

totally unrelated to your upgrade, but I'm so very curious about your apartment! Those are some massive support columns you've got in your living room. I'm assuming that this is a daylight apartment...
07-07-20, 10:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Hydraulic auxiliary brake lever

Hey gang, I'm in the process of planning my upgrade to hydro-Di2, and was thinking about the advantages of running cx style aux. brake leavers on the bar top. I see that Shimano has their GRX BL...
06-07-20, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I'm confused as to how the captain & stoker are...

I'm confused as to how the captain & stoker are connected then? I've tried finding photos online, but seem to be coming up short. Regardless, I would recommend that you give her a HRM and a cadence...
06-02-20, 10:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 696
Posted By CaptainHaddock

So long as you don't mind driving your tandem...

So long as you don't mind driving your tandem over to the NW side, Lief Erickson is a great place to ride the tandem. I also really enjoy sauvies. Also the bike path along marine drive can be quite...
06-02-20, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Man, I love the springwater when it's sunny and...

Man, I love the springwater when it's sunny and green like that!
Who built your tandem? I've only seen one other e-tandem before.
05-24-20, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,916
Posted By CaptainHaddock

we run a cannondale RT2, and moving to 650b has...

we run a cannondale RT2, and moving to 650b has been a huge boon to our riding experience. will not ever look back!
05-24-20, 09:48 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 25,851
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Personally I'm on the "go as big as you can"...

Personally I'm on the "go as big as you can" train, as higher volume = lower psi = better ride quality & comfort.
05-24-20, 09:47 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 25,851
Posted By CaptainHaddock

We're slightly under your weight class (say...

We're slightly under your weight class (say 300/350), but regardless we run 650b's in the 40 to 48mm size class simply because it allows for greater volume / lower pressures and greater ride comfort...
05-24-20, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 964
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I cannot speak to anything trike related, but you...

I cannot speak to anything trike related, but you can always have a tandem (trike or not) set up with independent pedaling. see for example Drivetrain Info - da Vinci Designs...
06-25-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 25,541
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I have found that by having our HRM's cross...

I have found that by having our HRM's cross linked, and talking a lot allows us really figure out our perceived vs. measured output. However, I cannot wait until there is a truly good system which...
06-25-13, 09:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,288
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I think the primary question truly should be...

I think the primary question truly should be centered around how well does it fit you. Comfort first and foremost. Let everything else cascade down from that point. After all, no-matter how...
06-21-13, 10:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,196
Posted By CaptainHaddock

My wife and I have our tandem mounted on top of...

My wife and I have our tandem mounted on top of our Honda Accord sedan. We are using the Rockymounts system, and it works great! I will say that rack mount systems are best used for trips under a few...
06-18-13, 08:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,748
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I'll say, that my brother and I have been talking...

I'll say, that my brother and I have been talking more and more seriously about tandem racing together ever since my wife and I bought our tandem. I've taken my brother on a few differing xc rides...
06-14-13, 10:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I will argue that that flying in and out of...

I will argue that that flying in and out of Oakland, and/or San Jose is often cheaper and almost always much easier than driving out of SFO.
06-14-13, 09:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,914
Posted By CaptainHaddock

I think you'll find that there is a very wide...

I think you'll find that there is a very wide range of tandem owners here. From the Pacific Dualie, to custom tandem's. Whatever the case, we all are here to ride with our partners, regardless of...
06-08-13, 09:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 958
Posted By CaptainHaddock

fair enough, yet that fails to answer my question...

fair enough, yet that fails to answer my question surrounding potential issues I should be aware of when buying such a bicycle.
06-08-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 958
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Recumbent tandem

Good evening all,

I have been looking for a recumbent tandem for a while now(and as a native to Oregon), have long been a fan of the long discontinued Bike-E recumbent. So to that end, I am...
Forum: Recumbent
06-08-13, 09:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,091
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Bike-E Tandem

Hello you crazy bent riders you,

I have been looking for a recumbent tandem for a while now(and as a native to Oregon), have long been a fan of the long discontinued Bike-E recumbent. So to that...
05-23-13, 05:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,516
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Jamie, I really like the stoker-stem that you...

Jamie, I really like the stoker-stem that you guys are using, was it custom built for you by Davidson? I ask as my wife is slightly taller than I and while I've cobbled together a solution to put her...
05-20-13, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,209
Posted By CaptainHaddock

My wife and I gravel-grind with our cannondale...

My wife and I gravel-grind with our cannondale RT2, and the only real issue I could imagine for you would be the tendency for the rear-end to skitter left or right in the gravel (and the subsequent...
05-12-13, 10:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,711
Posted By CaptainHaddock

bivinco, we would be very interested to...

bivinco,

we would be very interested to follow your progress and provide our thoughts/opinions any questions/concerns that you have.

yours,

Capt'n Haddock
02-27-13, 11:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,093
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Nelson, You must truly work to temper your...

Nelson,

You must truly work to temper your ideas / ideals, to the reality of your wife's ability and desire. That is the cold simple fact. Otherwise as has been said, your tandem dreams will do...
02-05-13, 10:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,309
Posted By CaptainHaddock

what is the deal with the brake hanger "willy...

what is the deal with the brake hanger "willy wonga" thing?
02-05-13, 10:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,232
Posted By CaptainHaddock

My wife and I will put our 12lb Schnauzer in our...

My wife and I will put our 12lb Schnauzer in our Burley Nomad trailer. He loves it. BUT and this is vital and surprisingly not mentioned, he won't jump out! This is for 2 reasons: first, we have a...
09-28-12, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,178
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Oahu - Kaneohe bike touring

I'm going to be at the in-laws for thanksgiving and want to bring my bike. This will be my 5th trip, so I'm well over the tourist thing and more interested in learning / exploring. I'm coming from...
09-28-12, 09:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,183
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Yeah, the maker space failed spectacularly...

Yeah, the maker space failed spectacularly (unfortunately). I had not head that they are attempting to reboot. I hope it works out better this time. Could we get a few shots of your RV? It looks like...
09-27-12, 09:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,183
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Amazing work! So a question, is that truck (with...

Amazing work! So a question, is that truck (with the lift gate) your workspace?
09-24-12, 09:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 626
Posted By CaptainHaddock

That actually cleared up one point of confusion,...

That actually cleared up one point of confusion, the other being is the BB 68mm, or 73mm? (if there is somewhere on the external cups I should be looking for this info, I have not seen it)

Thanks!
09-23-12, 10:33 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 666,545
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Lucky Lab ride

this was taken about our mid-way point...274570

http://app.strava.com/rides/21443451
09-23-12, 10:28 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 666,545
Posted By CaptainHaddock

Is that out by Mosier area, and was this on US.30?

Is that out by Mosier area, and was this on US.30?
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