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Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-12-09, 07:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,679
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

WillFamm-Reno, good point. We'd want a trailer...

WillFamm-Reno, good point. We'd want a trailer that folds and at this point, would think a single would work better than a double since it would take up less road. Now that'd be a sight to see you...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-11-09, 08:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,679
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

This is great feedback. Keep em coming. ...

This is great feedback. Keep em coming.

I'm one for for evaluating risks and rationalizing fears so manufacturer recommendations won't dictate how I use a product. I'm more interested in what...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-10-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,679
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Infant/child carrier trailer for a tandem?

We're expecting a lil' one in late June and am now starting to evaluate our options for a trailer for the kid so we can keep riding. I'm looking for a quality and safe trailer that will work for both...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-05-09, 11:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 921
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-27-08, 04:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,115
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Tandem rental in Los Angeles area and route suggestions

I've got a business trip in LA in a week and would like to take advantage of the nice weather you folks have up there compared to your Northern neighbor. My wife is planning on flying to join me on...
Forum: Touring
07-23-08, 05:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 747
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Nice report and great pics. It looks like you...

Nice report and great pics. It looks like you travelled pretty light. How long were your days and how fast were you wheeling? A 279km day....wow!!!

I've wondered about doing this tour but on a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-21-08, 05:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,566
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Interesting... I'm new to tandeming and...

Interesting...

I'm new to tandeming and while I do understand the mechanical advantages of being OOP, is this what most experienced tandem-ers have set up on their bike? For the serious rider or...
Forum: Touring
07-18-08, 07:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 844
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

I thought chivalry is old school. Seriously...

I thought chivalry is old school. Seriously though, if she is strong enough (and she must be to be willing to tour that stretch), off load the bulky items (ie sleeping bags) on her bike. Even...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-08, 04:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,368
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Focus.....

Focus.....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-16-08, 07:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,846
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Telkwa (and other curious C'Dale owners), While...

Telkwa (and other curious C'Dale owners),
While I currently don't have a pic handy, here's a description on how I mounted my "heavy duty" axiom rack.
- Dropout attachment was through the rack...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-08, 01:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,296
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

While I've not done the hanging method, I would...

While I've not done the hanging method, I would think that countering the ropes suspending the bike with one tied to a ground anchor (anything heavy) would minimize the swaying.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-11-08, 01:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Great to hear from some Quebecois folks. I'm...

Great to hear from some Quebecois folks. I'm planning a weeklong, unsupported tandem tour (500km-ish) in Sept in your area. I'll make sure to pick your brains for some route ideas, if u don't mind.
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-10-08, 08:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,296
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

I don't own a repair stand. So......I use...

I don't own a repair stand.

So......I use my (Blackburn) trainer instead. Works well for everything but the rear-wheel and casette related repairs :P
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-10-08, 07:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Canadian tandemers - show yourselves

I'm starting to realize that tandem riders are few and far in between in our neck'o the woods. Just curious who on this forum are from maple-country. Also, does anyone know of tandem rallies in...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-10-08, 07:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,362
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

For those travelling checking their tandems in...

For those travelling checking their tandems in with the airline, did you box your tandem or just wheel it in and then partially disassemble? Oh and this is in reference to a tandem without S&S.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 05:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,972
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Thanks for all the comments. As a newbie to...

Thanks for all the comments. As a newbie to tandeming, I really appreciate the insight on further understanding how our machine moves :P

Don't get me wrong, we already love our tandem. I also...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 873
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

MB1 - I love the simplicity of panniers so I'm...

MB1 - I love the simplicity of panniers so I'm hoping to avoid getting the BOB. I'd like to see just how much we can carry comfortably and controllably on our C'Dale.

Xanti - I'm from Ontario,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 05:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,664
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Patience and on-road time appears to be the...

Patience and on-road time appears to be the answer. I still remember when I first starting road bikes that my cadence was much lower than what it is now (I came from a mtb background before RR, which...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,377
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Jacques, I'm pretty sure that Tandem 2 & 3...

Jacques,

I'm pretty sure that Tandem 2 & 3 frames/fork are the same. The only exception being the componentry set (ie disc brakes and better drive train).

Our C'Dale tandem 3 is about 2.5wks...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 08:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,664
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Also, does she have appropriate shoes and pedals?...

Also, does she have appropriate shoes and pedals?
- Ya, I've got the C'Dale fitted with clipless.

Thanks for the advice Merlin.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 08:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 873
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Tandem touring - balancing your load

We tried out our first tandem tour this wknd (overnighter). We covered 72km on day 1 and then 120km day, holding an average of 23-24 km/hr. Seeing as how this was just an overnighter trip with "fair...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 08:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,664
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Increasing/training stoker cadence?

Been out for about 270km on our tandem and I'm starting to really notice the cadence differnce between me and my non-rider stoker (wife).

I comfortably hold mid 90-100 rpm cadence and she's more...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-07-08, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,972
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

High-end vs entry-level tandems

On my journey to acquire our first tandem, I had my hand on a late 90's Santana Sovereign for a brief period. On my test ride, I took this bike out solo around the block to make sure all mechanical...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-02-08, 07:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,108
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Telkwa, we have the same fork looking at your...

Telkwa, we have the same fork looking at your pics. How does your front rack mount along the top? Did you clamp on the fork legs or somehow use the fender holes? Also, what model/yr is your C'dale?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-30-08, 08:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 744
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

I spent a lot of time looking at Cannondale...

I spent a lot of time looking at Cannondale tandems. My advice is to review the following C'dale geometry. You can use this as a guide since they've pretty well manufactured their frames under the...
Forum: Touring
06-30-08, 06:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 605
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

I don't mean to steal this thread but it's a...

I don't mean to steal this thread but it's a related question. What are the largest volume panniers avalable out there?

I'm looking for a rear set and so far have only found 56L. Would that be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-30-08, 05:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,108
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Thanks for confirming that waterproof panniers...

Thanks for confirming that waterproof panniers are not a must.

Telkwa - Our tandem is not the disc version. Nice rig on getting the front fender/rack attached. Do you know if standard front racks...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-24-08, 08:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,108
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Thanks for all the replies so far. I've...

Thanks for all the replies so far.

I've edited my original post to add/correct the following:
- The model is the 2008 Tandem 3.
- Our Cannondale does have braze-ons. I didn't really know what I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-24-08, 10:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,108
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

Help me outfit my Cannondale for touring

Just picked up our new '08 Cannondale Tandem (Tandem 3). So far, it's gone on one ride and we're already hooked.

We plan on touring with this bike but need some help with picking the right gear....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-23-08, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,239
Posted By Cycl/Canoe-ist

New to the forum!!! I just picked up our...

New to the forum!!!

I just picked up our new Cannondale tandem last week and plan to use it for touring as well. I'm looking for what would best suit our touring needs, but consider that we will...
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