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09-22-14, 12:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 753
Posted By lazlo

Selling 2 Harvest Century tickets, Sun 9/28

I have 2 tickets to sell for the Harvest Century this Sunday, 9/28. My wife and I were going to ride the 45 mile route on a tandem, but we've had a conflict come up and can't do it. I checked, and...
09-08-14, 03:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 571
Posted By lazlo

Thanks, I appreciate the offer, but I've worked...

Thanks, I appreciate the offer, but I've worked something out with friends down there who will loan us a couple of singles. Thanks again.
09-05-14, 06:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 852
Posted By lazlo

Thanks, I saw them, but transporting is not an...

Thanks, I saw them, but transporting is not an option.
09-05-14, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 571
Posted By lazlo

Looking for a tandem to rent in Oceanside/Carlsbad

I'm looking for a tandem to rent in the Oceanside/Carlsbad area. We have a Santana, but don't travel with it. Last year we rented a geared cruiser from Alan's bikes, but it's no longer available....
09-05-14, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 852
Posted By lazlo

Looking for tandem to rent in Oceanside/Carlsbad CA

I'm looking for a tandem to rent in the Oceanside/Carlsbad area. We have a Santana, but don't travel with it. Last year we rented a geared cruiser from Alan's bikes, but it's no longer available. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-14, 03:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,149
Posted By lazlo

I like these, I had a bunch of them from my...

I like these, I had a bunch of them from my canoeing days, and have used them to strap stuff on to my rack:

Camping > Straps at nrs.com (http://www.nrs.com/category/3253/camping/straps)
08-06-14, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,152
Posted By lazlo

Indeed. I did it once on a tandem. I'm glad I...

Indeed. I did it once on a tandem. I'm glad I did it, you get to ride some places you never would otherwise, but I'll probably never do it again. Too many people not used to riding in groups, and...
07-31-14, 05:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,425
Posted By lazlo

Revolver bikes is right on the Max line, close to...

Revolver bikes is right on the Max line, close to where you're staying - Home | Revolver Bikes (http://revolverbikes.com/)
Forum: Commuting
02-22-12, 02:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 563
Posted By lazlo

I wouldn't count the weight of my seat bag, which...

I wouldn't count the weight of my seat bag, which contains a spare tube, patch kit, tire levers, & multitool; since I always carry it. My pannier would contain my work clothes (no shoes, I keep...
07-29-11, 01:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 742
Posted By lazlo

I have a Hollywood rack that fits on my 99 Subaru...

I have a Hollywood rack that fits on my 99 Subaru Wagon. Basic, affordable, and sturdy. This replaced the Yakima trunk rack which was recalled.
...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-11, 10:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,547
Posted By lazlo

You're kidding, right? My rack has worn slightly...

You're kidding, right? My rack has worn slightly from carrying it on one side, but tires? I don't think so.
06-21-11, 05:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

Fortunately, since I took the drum brake off, all...

Fortunately, since I took the drum brake off, all she can do about it is hit me.
06-21-11, 04:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

Not for us, as we're using the Edge without any...

Not for us, as we're using the Edge without any sensors.
06-13-11, 02:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

We ended up getting an Edge 500, on sale at REI...

We ended up getting an Edge 500, on sale at REI for $199. Using my $174 rebate, I'm only out $25. I have a Sigma up front for me, and switch the Garmin to my solo bike when I need it. So far, we...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,107
Posted By lazlo

Judging from the picture, I'd stop. I must...

Judging from the picture, I'd stop. I must confess that there is a light that I consistently run. There is a street coming in from the left, but the traffic there can only turn right, no cars can...
06-06-11, 02:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,413
Posted By lazlo

@WebsterBikeMan I found this: ...

@WebsterBikeMan
I found this:
http://www.precisiontandems.com/cat_pics/bgbikebag.jpg
06-02-11, 12:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,413
Posted By lazlo

OK, what's a stoker bag? Edit: Never mind,...

OK, what's a stoker bag?

Edit: Never mind, I Googled it.
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 11:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,075
Posted By lazlo

Also called a jug handle turn or a Copenhagen...

Also called a jug handle turn or a Copenhagen turn. You can do this without riding in the crosswalk.
05-13-11, 05:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,584
Posted By lazlo

We're fairly slow. We tend to average around 12...

We're fairly slow. We tend to average around 12 mph in the city and 14 mph on the road.
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 939
Posted By lazlo

I've never treated any of my Brooks, and they...

I've never treated any of my Brooks, and they broke in fine after very few rides. Even riding in the rain, I've never found the saddle to get wet. I cover the top, and my fenders cover the bottom. ...
05-06-11, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,772
Posted By lazlo

http://www.amazon.com/Men-Against-Sea-Charles-Nord...

http://www.amazon.com/Men-Against-Sea-Charles-Nordhoff/dp/0316738883
Forum: Commuting
05-06-11, 11:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,898
Posted By lazlo

I have a black 2008 CC, but I'd get blue if I...

I have a black 2008 CC, but I'd get blue if I were getting a new one. I just have a Planet Bike Eco Rack, which I use with Ortlieb Back Roller Classics for commuting and errands; haven't done any...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 03:54 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 11,392
Posted By lazlo

I once lubed a chain with vegetable oil.

I once lubed a chain with vegetable oil.
Forum: Commuting
05-04-11, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,357
Posted By lazlo

What's the tassle hanging from the seat for, or...

What's the tassle hanging from the seat for, or is it just flair?
Forum: Commuting
05-04-11, 09:05 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 11,392
Posted By lazlo

I hate to patch tubes, I just keep buying new...

I hate to patch tubes, I just keep buying new ones. I have a pile of about 20 on my workbench waiting to be patched.
05-04-11, 08:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,778
Posted By lazlo

I've done CO just once, in 2008. Here's what I...

I've done CO just once, in 2008. Here's what I would do differently. I'd take a larger duffel bag; I had a pretty good sized one, but I still had to strap a dry bag to the outside of it. I would...
05-02-11, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 860
Posted By lazlo

Less than 500 miles on the tube and tire.

Less than 500 miles on the tube and tire.
05-02-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 860
Posted By lazlo

This was a 32mm tire. Thanks for the advice, I'll...

This was a 32mm tire. Thanks for the advice, I'll check my front tire, too. I'm taking the rim and tire to the wrench who built it to have it checked out. What made this even more fun was that I...
05-02-11, 11:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

A Sigma 1106 is what I have now. So, you're...

A Sigma 1106 is what I have now. So, you're running 2 computers off the same front wheel sensor?
05-02-11, 09:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 860
Posted By lazlo

Blowout

We had our first flat yesterday in 2 years of tandem cycling, and it came in the form of a blowout. We were on a flat, even road, going around 16mph. I heard a ticking from the back wheel, and as I...
04-29-11, 12:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,536
Posted By lazlo

We have a similar story. Had friends with a...

We have a similar story. Had friends with a tandem, and thought we might like it too. While on vacation we rented a tandem (a really crappy cruiser) and rode it for several hours. We decided we...
Forum: Commuting
04-26-11, 01:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 790
Posted By lazlo

I'm a big fan of bar ends. Handy, functional,...

I'm a big fan of bar ends. Handy, functional, and reliable.
04-26-11, 01:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,867
Posted By lazlo

My stoker likes to put her left foot down, so...

My stoker likes to put her left foot down, so that's what I do. I'm fine with either, but I think you need to agree on a standard.
04-26-11, 01:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,498
Posted By lazlo

[QUOTE=avner;12558740]Use the damn search...

[QUOTE=avner;12558740]Use the damn search function. This question is asked at least once a month and a whole lengthy discussion is started from it. People ride bikes because its fun. If you're never...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-11, 04:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 678
Posted By lazlo

Ironically, I drove so I can pick up my electric...

Ironically, I drove so I can pick up my electric mower at the shop.
03-31-11, 02:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

Good to know, I hadn't thought of that route.

Good to know, I hadn't thought of that route.
03-29-11, 05:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

D'oh! I just saw the other thread on the same...

D'oh! I just saw the other thread on the same subject. I'll look into the Bontrager Node.
03-29-11, 05:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,610
Posted By lazlo

Computer for stoker?

I have a wireless computer on our tandem for me, the captain, but want to set up something for my wife. We currently use an old Garmin eTrex, which is bulky and battery-hungry. It seems like her...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-11, 05:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,446
Posted By lazlo

Ditto, I mounted the bracket to one of the rear...

Ditto, I mounted the bracket to one of the rear angled supports on the side of the rack, using the inner tube trick. The bracket can be angled up to get the light veritcal. I've also lost a light...
03-29-11, 03:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By lazlo

Never had an issue stopping when riding solo on a...

Never had an issue stopping when riding solo on a tandem. The rear wheel does want to slide a bit on corners when it's wet, though. The biggest problem I had the first few times was after the...
03-25-11, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By lazlo

My wife and I often commute by tandem. We're...

My wife and I often commute by tandem. We're lucky in that her workplace is barely off my normal commute route. It's 7 miles to her work, then I ride by myself 3 miles to my work. We have an early...
Forum: Commuting
03-25-11, 02:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,749
Posted By lazlo

Eric the Champferer must have been off the day...

Eric the Champferer must have been off the day that one was made.
Forum: Commuting
03-25-11, 02:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,982
Posted By lazlo

I just use a small wedge bag that straps on to...

I just use a small wedge bag that straps on to the rails, works fine.
Forum: Commuting
03-22-11, 01:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,792
Posted By lazlo

I have a Planet Bike frame pump which works fine....

I have a Planet Bike frame pump which works fine. Prior to that I was using a Silca frame pump I've had since the mid 70's, until it became a better missile launcher than a pump.:thumb: You just...
09-21-09, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By lazlo

Thanks for the replies and the offer of the...

Thanks for the replies and the offer of the Santana. We ended up doing some stand up paddling and kayaking, along with the requisite beer drinking, and never got on a bike.
09-11-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By lazlo

Tandem rental?

Hi I'm from Portland, and I'll be visiting friends in Carlsbad next week. My wife and I ride tandem, and I'm wondering if there's any possibility of finding a shop in N. San Diego/Oceanside/Carlsbad...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,232
Posted By lazlo

I think brain trauma is dorky.

I think brain trauma is dorky.
09-02-09, 02:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 641
Posted By lazlo

What is it?

What is it?
08-19-09, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By lazlo

Banks to Vernonia trail

Anyone know the condition of the Banks to Vernonia trail? I heard there is a 3-4 mile section that is unpaved, but I'm curious as to the condition. My wife and I are considering joining a ride on our...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-09, 03:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,278
Posted By lazlo

Yes, tighten the allen bolt on the doohickey. I...

Yes, tighten the allen bolt on the doohickey. I do agree that the mounting bracket is flimsy, I usually carry the lock on my rack or in my panniers.
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