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08-27-13, 04:14 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 12,128
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I believe it. I made the mistake of touching the...

I believe it. I made the mistake of touching the rear disc after just a mile of descending while pulsing between the front and rear brakes. The blister on my finger was evidence.
08-22-13, 11:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,291
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We have been fortunate in that we tend to work...

We have been fortunate in that we tend to work well together on the bike. Sometimes I am asking for more. Sometimes the stoker is asking for more. She will often ask me to hit it so we can drop...
07-12-13, 10:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,931
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Here is how we transport our bike for local...

Here is how we transport our bike for local rides. For longer trips it is disassembled and transported in two travel cases.

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06-05-13, 03:56 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,871
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I use the same method with ProLink. ProLink...

I use the same method with ProLink. ProLink seems to work great in our dry climate and is the lubricant of choice at the LBS. I have heard differing opinions of how it works in wetter climates.
06-05-13, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,993
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Now that you mention it, they did mill off the...

Now that you mention it, they did mill off the caliper mount and not the fork itself.
06-05-13, 03:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,993
Posted By Bent In El Paso

You are correct. I read it during lunch while...

You are correct. I read it during lunch while multi-tasking on other things. Oh well.
06-05-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,993
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Sorry, this post applies to the front disc brake....

Sorry, this post applies to the front disc brake. I should have read the OP's post more closely...

What year is your Speedster? When we purchased ours in 2010 with the Rolf wheels and the...
06-04-13, 08:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,325
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Welcome to the group. Warning...."Tandems...

Welcome to the group.

Warning...."Tandems Can Become Addicting!"
05-28-13, 08:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,137
Posted By Bent In El Paso

My stoker and I rode the wonderful Hwy 28...

My stoker and I rode the wonderful Hwy 28 (http://www.dallasnews.com/travel/headlines/20100718-eat-sip-and-catch-your-breath-on-new-mexico-highway-28-to-mesilla.ece) from West El Paso to Old Mesilla,...
05-24-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,512
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Nice bike! LOL on the cranks. On a recent...

Nice bike!

LOL on the cranks. On a recent ride after reassembly of our tandem, I failed to sync the cranks. After taking the bike to a remote location to start our ride I did not want to return...
05-24-13, 07:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,456
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I know saddles and shorts preferences vary widely...

I know saddles and shorts preferences vary widely for individual reasons. For what it's worth, here is another data point.

My stoker loves these gel-padded touring shorts...
05-11-13, 04:34 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

As others adopt the new Gates Center Track belt...

As others adopt the new Gates Center Track belt drive I am sure some will run into the issue of the Garmin cadence magnet interfering with belt. The center track belt is positioned in a more...
05-10-13, 08:08 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 144,394
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Is that a bad thing? As long as the disc is able...

Is that a bad thing? As long as the disc is able to dissipate the heat without warping, that is better the melting plastic pieces on the caliper or boiling fluid.
04-26-13, 11:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,587
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Same with my wife. She likes riding in the back....

Same with my wife. She likes riding in the back. Has even stated that she probably wouldn't ride if she had to worry about piloting the bike. She has her jobs back there; watching our back side,...
04-15-13, 10:20 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 19,675
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Good point! The magnets are on the way. It...

Good point!

The magnets are on the way. It is really an elegant/simple solution to mounting the magnet. No zip ties, no tape, no adhesive, etc.. as long as you have steel pedal spindles. I...
04-15-13, 09:12 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 19,675
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I updated our CoMo from the CDC to the CDX system...

I updated our CoMo from the CDC to the CDX system this weekend. The only issue was with that the Garmin crank magnet interfered with the belt. The CDX belt is positioned more outboard than the CDC...
04-12-13, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 877
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I have folded many beaded tires using the Sheldon...

I have folded many beaded tires using the Sheldon Brown method without damage to the tire. My recumbent bike utilizes 650c tires, so when out doing long brevets, I always carry a spare beaded...
04-10-13, 02:27 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Gates website...

Gates website (http://www.carbondrivesystems.com/products/tandem/) shows a 69T and a 74T centertrack pulley for tandems. Some discussions earlier in this thread indicate a 66T will be available this...
04-10-13, 09:45 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Thanks. It's good to know someone out there...

Thanks.

It's good to know someone out there has all of the answers.
04-10-13, 08:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 978
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Two Plus Two

Here you go TG...

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Now you can take your tandem with you! :thumb:
04-09-13, 09:51 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Actually I have a CDX system on the way. ...

Actually I have a CDX system on the way.

When I spoke to Gates a couple of years ago about the CDC stoker sprocket installed backwards, they told me that it would cause the belt and sprockets to...
04-05-13, 12:21 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I'm happy with the performance of our belt drive...

I'm happy with the performance of our belt drive system, no need to call Gates.

Once I figured out how to properly tension the belt so it will remain centered on the pulleys, it has worked fine....
04-04-13, 01:35 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,939
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Since I started using the app, I have never...

Since I started using the app, I have never resorted back to the Krikit. I find the app to be much more repeatable. The whole key is to find the spot in the belt with the most tension and take the...
03-26-13, 12:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,715
Posted By Bent In El Paso

On our Speedster, I leave front brake cable...

On our Speedster, I leave front brake cable connected and remove the caliper from the fork. When I take the handle bar off the stem, I carefully loop the cables so they are not kinked and secure...
03-22-13, 12:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,306
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Very nice! I have been thinking of putting...

Very nice! I have been thinking of putting Profile Design bars on both the front and back. I'm not so much worried about the weight, but for hand, arm and shoulder comfort on long rides. The...
03-09-13, 09:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,544
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We have broken spokes and cracked rims on our...

We have broken spokes and cracked rims on our Rolf's too. If you are going to be touring and insist on using the Rolf's, I agree that you should plan to carry spare parts and tools. If you crack...
02-25-13, 11:09 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,306
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Pictures of the frame in the sunlight please. ...

Pictures of the frame in the sunlight please. That tandem is beautiful!!
02-19-13, 03:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,686
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Too Funny! Sometimes at extended stops, my...

Too Funny!

Sometimes at extended stops, my stoker will get off the bike without me knowing it. I don't know how she does it without me noticing her getting off the bike. I think we get so used...
02-15-13, 01:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,765
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I read that statement as part of the ad, not the...

I read that statement as part of the ad, not the OP's posting. The person selling the tandem was stating his next tandem would have 130 spacing so he would be willing to sell the wheels since they...
01-29-13, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 953
Posted By Bent In El Paso

​+1 on what Tandem Tom said... I took a 4mm...

​+1 on what Tandem Tom said...

I took a 4mm allen wrench and ground down the short end to a workable length. Works like a charm.
12-22-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 16,783
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Cool thread. The best way to learn is by doing! ...

Cool thread. The best way to learn is by doing! Keep us posted on your progress.
12-12-12, 02:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,407
Posted By Bent In El Paso

To prevent cross-talk, the computers must be...

To prevent cross-talk, the computers must be paired with sensors. The sensors typically are just dumb devices that only transmit coded data without receiving data back from the computer(s). Any...
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12-06-12, 03:19 PM
Replies: 1,401
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Posted By Bent In El Paso

Wanting to trade... Have: Brooks B68...

Wanting to trade...

Have: Brooks B68 Imperial Black w steel rails. Brand new out of the box with maybe 30 miles on it.

Want: Selle SMP Avante

Willing to negotiate.

Please PM me if you...
11-27-12, 01:17 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,931
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Bummer on the '13 Pathfinder. Now that our four...

Bummer on the '13 Pathfinder. Now that our four children are grown, my wife has sworn off minivans. We also don't want to go down the full-size SUV or Van path because of poor fuel economy.

I...
11-14-12, 12:40 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,931
Posted By Bent In El Paso

+1 I saw a 2013 Pathfinder on the road...

+1

I saw a 2013 Pathfinder on the road recently and it also caught my eye. I am also interested in any experience with it.
11-13-12, 09:11 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,680
Posted By Bent In El Paso

+1 I find alignment and adjustment of the...

+1

I find alignment and adjustment of the BB7 disc brakes to be very easy and fast. It is an adjustment easy to make on the road if needed. I think most folks that own these brakes don't take...
11-13-12, 09:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,572
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We used to run Gatorskins exclusively. Sidewall...

We used to run Gatorskins exclusively. Sidewall issues were a frequent problem. The threads on the sidewalls were also an issue in that they would fray and get caught up in the brakes and...
11-08-12, 12:52 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,931
Posted By Bent In El Paso

That trend will continue as the Federal Fuel...

That trend will continue as the Federal Fuel Economy Standards continue to get more strict in the coming years. Vehicle manufactures by necessity will design more aerodynamic vehicles. That will be...
11-08-12, 11:13 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,931
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I had been looking at that too. Then I showed it...

I had been looking at that too. Then I showed it to my stoker.
09-24-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,572
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I hate it when I hear a new squeak/sound coming...

I hate it when I hear a new squeak/sound coming from the bike while riding. A couple of weeks ago we were riding when I started hearing a hissing sound like we had a small puncture in the tire. We...
09-24-12, 10:25 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,436
Posted By Bent In El Paso

+1 on spare wheels. We have the Rolf Tandem...

+1 on spare wheels.

We have the Rolf Tandem wheelset for special occasions and also as backups to our everyday wheels. Mel at Tandems East built us a set of wheels using Velocity Deep Vs, Phil...
09-16-12, 09:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,829
Posted By Bent In El Paso

Oh no it can't be. It looks like the B68 has been...

Oh no it can't be. It looks like the B68 has been discontinued. They are still available online if you do a search. I guess it's time to order some extras.
09-14-12, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,829
Posted By Bent In El Paso

After many, many different saddles, my stoker is...

After many, many different saddles, my stoker is happy with the Brooks B68 Imperial unsprung saddle with the Thudbuster seat post. Sit bone position is very critical for comfort with the Brooks...
09-14-12, 02:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,721
Posted By Bent In El Paso

If you are not too concerned about the weight,...

If you are not too concerned about the weight, the Co-Motion stoker handlebar (http://www.co-motion.com/index.php/product/co-motion-stoker-handlebar) and adjustable stoker stem...
09-04-12, 12:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,054
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I have noticed the same thing with our WoundUp...

I have noticed the same thing with our WoundUp Tandem Duo Disc fork. It is a very beefy fork which I have attributed being designed for the increased stress of Tandems and Disc brakes. Unless...
08-30-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,413
Posted By Bent In El Paso

I like it when going to rides in town because it...

I like it when going to rides in town because it is so easy to get the bike on and off the vehicle. When we go on long trips, we break the bike down and travel with it in S&S cases. We still take...
08-30-12, 11:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,748
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We used to ride the Gatorskins. We carried the...

We used to ride the Gatorskins. We carried the Conti GP 4-season 700X28 as a backup. After riding on the 4-seasons, we decided we liked them better than the Gatorskins. They are lighter, softer...
08-30-12, 09:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,413
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We always try to get the bike inside the vehicle...

We always try to get the bike inside the vehicle when we have a remote ride start.

For around town, I use the hitch-mount Performance Flatbed...
08-28-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,257
Posted By Bent In El Paso

We are currently using the Garmin Edge 500 for...

We are currently using the Garmin Edge 500 for both the captain and stoker. These are both paired up with one wheel and cadence sensor. Since they are ANT devices, the distance from the rear...
08-28-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,257
Posted By Bent In El Paso

While deciding what kind of computer to put on...

While deciding what kind of computer to put on your bike, you may also want to consider how many.

When I decided on the type of computer to put on our bike, unbeknownst to my stoker, I ordered...
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