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03-30-20, 06:14 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 185,794
Posted By jerky1280

My Santana Sovereign for sale in New Orleans. ...

My Santana Sovereign for sale in New Orleans.

https://neworleans.craigslist.org/bik/d/chalmette-santana-sovereign-tandem/7099968593.html
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04-28-17, 10:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,115
Posted By jerky1280

Got it. They probably will eventually. ...

Got it. They probably will eventually. Unfortunately I live in a small town (Eureka, CA) and have to sell in the next three weeks as I'm moving.
04-26-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,115
Posted By jerky1280

Santana Sovereign for Sale

For some reason I can't post in the for sale forum... hopefully I won't upset the BikeForums admins by posting it here...

https://humboldt.craigslist.org/bik/6101593870.html

Located in...
05-02-16, 10:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,962
Posted By jerky1280

I had an issue where the chain case wasn't...

I had an issue where the chain case wasn't properly aligned with the crank and chain; causing noise and friction between the chain and tune. I ended up removing the case and crank, then using washers...
04-18-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,296
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for the input. We're not a very strong...

Thanks for the input. We're not a very strong team, which is why we need the low gears! I'm willing to take the risk. Right now we're running 24-27 on an eight speed setup.
04-18-15, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,296
Posted By jerky1280

Shimano XT M771 Capacities

I'm planning to run a 10-speed setup on my tandem with an XT M771 9speed derailleur and a 105 5703 shifter in order to maximize my rear gear options (need to go both slow and fast). For the big...
03-13-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,792
Posted By jerky1280

My mistake; I didn't clarify quite enough. I'm...

My mistake; I didn't clarify quite enough. I'm planning a full-length chainguard like this one.

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03-08-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,792
Posted By jerky1280

I was planning to stick to a single chainring so...

I was planning to stick to a single chainring so I could put a chainguard on it, since I commute to work and around town on it and would like to keep the grease off my pant leg.
03-06-14, 09:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,792
Posted By jerky1280

Any idea what size/thread the bottom bracket is?

Any idea what size/thread the bottom bracket is?
02-08-14, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,792
Posted By jerky1280

I am planning on replacing the entire drivetrain,...

I am planning on replacing the entire drivetrain, including the crank and BB.
02-08-14, 03:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,792
Posted By jerky1280

Schwinn World Tourist Drivetrain Upgrade

I commute most days of the week on my '82 World Tourist, and at some point would like to upgrade the drivetrain to a modern 1x10 drivetrain. While the 5-speed front freewheel system actually works...
10-06-13, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 669
Posted By jerky1280

Hands down, your fitness is by far that greatest...

Hands down, your fitness is by far that greatest single factor in your speed.

That being said, if you're considering a wheelset, I highly recommend Neuvation Cycles. I've bought wheels from them...
09-16-13, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By jerky1280

Inexpensive 110mm Ramped/Pinned Chainrings

I'm getting new chainrings for my tandem and want ramps/pins since my partner and I aren't the smoothest shifters. It's going to be an 8 speed 26/38/52 setup (or 26/40/53 or 26/40/54 if I can find a...
09-03-13, 10:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,005
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for the input. I'm going to pick up a...

Thanks for the input. I'm going to pick up a 12-26 for the rear and go with 24-38-52 up front. That should result in the 52T being useful from about 16mph up, and the 38 from 12-22 or so.

I like...
09-01-13, 08:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,005
Posted By jerky1280

Narrow Cassette on a Tandem?

I currently have an older Santanan tandem with an 8-speed setup - 12-32 in the back and 34/46/60 in the front. The wide range of the cassette is great for climbing, but I can't stand the big jumps...
07-25-12, 02:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,246
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for all the info! Just realized the...

Thanks for all the info! Just realized the tandem has a Edco hub, and there's going to be no way to find a campy freehub for it. So I think I'm going to use a conversion cassette - I found...
07-23-12, 07:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,246
Posted By jerky1280

Campagnolo Comp Triple Rear Derailleur

Anyone have experience with a Campy Comp Triple RD? As you may have read, I'm looking into shifting over to a Campy 10-speed setup on my tandem. The Triple Comp advertises a 39-tooth chain wrap...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-12, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,240
Posted By jerky1280

I'm also going to look into replacing the...

I'm also going to look into replacing the chainrings with ones that are 'pinned' - I believe pinned chainrings are a new(er) thing that applies to 9- and 10-speed groups. I think the pins could help...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-12, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,240
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for the info. I'm shifting a mid-90s...

Thanks for the info. I'm shifting a mid-90s tandem over to campy in the rear; so buying 2 new tandem-specific cranksets will cost more than the rest of the setup! I did some reading from Sheldon...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-12, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,240
Posted By jerky1280

Chain/Chainring Compatibility

I'm looking into inexpensively upgrading an 8-speed shimano setup to a 10-speed campy setup. Will my 8-speed shimano chainrings work with a 10-speed campy chain? I know you can't mount campy...
07-22-12, 06:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By jerky1280

Not sure who the manufacturer is, but yup, it's a...

Not sure who the manufacturer is, but yup, it's a 60. And yes, we've spun out the 60-12 combo once (down a hill). No computer on board at the time, but by my calcs it was roundabout 50mph.
07-22-12, 06:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for all the input. I sent emails to...

Thanks for all the input. I sent emails to Precision Tandems and DaVinci Tandems about new cranks.

FYI they are square-tapered cranks.
07-21-12, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for that info, my brain was hurting trying...

Thanks for that info, my brain was hurting trying to picture which way the threading is supposed to go with gears on both sides... I was about to buy a cheap triple crank arm off ebay just to see if...
07-21-12, 10:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By jerky1280

Both the drive-side and the synch side appear to...

Both the drive-side and the synch side appear to be standard triple 110/74 spaced cranks. Can I replace these with any cranks set up for a 110/74 triple chainring, or do they need to be...
07-21-12, 06:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By jerky1280

The cranks are currently 175/170. I have a much...

The cranks are currently 175/170. I have a much higher cadence than the wife, so I'm going to replace her 170mm crank with a 165mm. I run a 170mm crank on my single, so I'm hoping the 175/165 combo...
07-20-12, 08:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By jerky1280

Crank Replacement?

In an effort to better match cadence, I'm looking to replace the stoker crank with a shorter (165mm) crank. I'm having a hard time finding just the crank arms to replace. I'm assuming they can be...
07-20-12, 08:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By jerky1280

Tandem Gear Options

I have an older (mid-90s, I think) Santana tandem with Sachs Ergo shifters and a Shimano 8-speed XTR RD w/ a 12-32 cassette. The front is a 34-46-60. The 34-32 combination is great for hills, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-12, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By jerky1280

Buying Bike/Components in Italy

I'm taking a trip to Italy in September, and have recently been eyeing either a new bike or new frame. I'm pretty set on Campy components. I was thinking that I might be able to pick something up...
06-24-12, 09:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,206
Posted By jerky1280

Campy - Bigger Gears

I've got a bianchi with the stock 53/39 12-25 gears. I'm not a monster on the bike by any stretch, and a few times the gears just haven't been low enough. I was thinking of switching to a 13-29...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 04:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 878
Posted By jerky1280

Damned Rednecks

Just about got run off the road by a late eighties camaro driven by some jackass who's name had to be billybob. Then he yelled at me for not using the sidewalk. :mad:

I think I'm gonna start...
11-29-10, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,659
Posted By jerky1280

Schwinn Saddle Repair?

I have a 1982 (est) Schwinn World Tourist. The saddle is quite worn, which is causing a bit of a problem. The seat has a smooth surface which has worn off completely in places, exposing a really...
Replies: 0
Views: 503
Posted By jerky1280

Ignore please, double post.

Double post, please ignore. Thanks.
Forum: Great Lakes
08-26-10, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By jerky1280

Is the Clinton River Trail Paved? (Detroit Metro Area)

Can anyone tell me what sections of the clinton river trail are paved? I'm interested in riding it from I-75 at Auburn Hills north towards Rochester and beyond (if possible) but I'm on a road bike....
04-24-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 927
Posted By jerky1280

Semi-Homebuilt Tandem Roof Rack

After deciding that all the tandem-specific racks are far too expensive I decided to see if I could modify an existing one to fit a tandem. It seems to me that the basic mechanism that holds the...
03-13-10, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,577
Posted By jerky1280

Also, I've been doing some research. Should/can...

Also, I've been doing some research. Should/can I expect to replace the bearing races as well as the bearing itself? If it comes to that I'm going to have a shop do it.
03-13-10, 10:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,577
Posted By jerky1280

Schwinn LeTour Headset Bearing Size/Source?

I recently acquired a Schwinn Super LeTour 12.2 that had been sitting outside for at least a year. Overall it's in decent shape, but the headset bearings need some attention; it's just about...
Forum: Commuting
02-23-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By jerky1280

Good point, I hadn't realized that. All I can...

Good point, I hadn't realized that. All I can remember from the one I saw in the store was a 3-speed shimano. I believe at least the hubs are all shimano.
Forum: Commuting
02-23-10, 05:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By jerky1280

Info on Nirve Sports Bikes?

I've had my eye out for a bike to ride around town to bars and restaurants and such, and was in one of my LBSs and came across a bike by Nirve Sports (a City 3, discontinued I believe). It had this...
07-06-09, 04:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By jerky1280

You are correct, it is in fact steel. We...

You are correct, it is in fact steel. We currently are using the same Conti Gatorskins.



Yes, that was us the last weekend. I hope we'll make it out next weekend. Right now we're limited to...
07-05-09, 09:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By jerky1280

I found it worse than my Bianchi, my stroker said...

I found it worse than my Bianchi, my stroker said it was so rough it was painful to her knees and rear. We're riding a medium aluminum Santana Sovereign (not sure of the year, but I'd guess early...
07-04-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By jerky1280

Santana Sovereign Ride Improvements

Just went for a ride this morning and came across a rough section of road. Compared to my aluminum Bianchi (with a carbon fork, seat stays and seat post) the Santana was brutal. Any recommendations...
06-09-09, 11:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,407
Posted By jerky1280

Unfortunately, I don't. It is in great...

Unfortunately, I don't. It is in great condition, with just the slightest hint of surface rust on some of the joints. It has Sram shifters and Shimano XTR components.
06-08-09, 08:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,407
Posted By jerky1280

I paid $1,000 even. The owner had been trying to...

I paid $1,000 even. The owner had been trying to sell it for a while, so I was thinking I would try and haggle, but I liked the seller so much that I didn't have the heart. Even at $1,000 I think...
06-07-09, 05:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,407
Posted By jerky1280

Thanks for the info everyone. I bought the...

Thanks for the info everyone. I bought the Santana today. The medium is a bit bigger than I'd prefer, but in the event that I want to upgrade in the future I think it was a better purchase. Plus...
06-06-09, 09:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,407
Posted By jerky1280

Santana Sizing Question

I have my eye on a Santana Sovereign as my first tandem. Found a nice used one in my price range I have my eye on.

I'm 5'8", 145 lbs, and have a 32" inseam (long legs, short torso). Currently I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-07, 07:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,165
Posted By jerky1280

That's got to be based on the person and their...

That's got to be based on the person and their background. I'm a previous college cross-country runner, and was riding 40 miles within weeks of buying my first road bike. 60 miles within 2 months,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-07, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By jerky1280

Tank top Jerseys?

I'm starting to get a rediculous farmers tan, so I'm hoping to change it up a bit.

I'm looking for some tank-top type jerseys. Not necessarily triathlon jerseys, but that would work as long as it...
01-12-07, 05:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,665
Posted By jerky1280

Foam rollers were great for my IT band problems. ...

Foam rollers were great for my IT band problems. Actually, I remember them being the single most helpful treatment. Hurt like hell, but did a lot to help.

It's a cylindrical piece of foam. You...
01-12-07, 01:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,665
Posted By jerky1280

While yoga might help, I would HIGHLY recommend...

While yoga might help, I would HIGHLY recommend seeing a doctor or a physical therapist for IT band stretches. I had a serious IT band issue a few years ago from running. I saw a doctor and...
Forum: Triathlon
12-20-06, 11:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,115
Posted By jerky1280

I recently bought my first road bike, so some...

I recently bought my first road bike, so some advice from my shopping:

I'd highly recommend getting a used bike of higher quality than a Trek 1000. It's up to you, but after riding about a dozen...
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