Hi!

tl;dr: We are looking for good tandem sellers in EU.

I just posted about things to think about about when going for a long tandem trip and have come to the stage where we need to buy a tandem bike.

Here are some spec that we are looking for:

• Budget: 0-1000 eur (up to 1500 if we find a bike with everything that we need such as bags, racks etc.).

• Length: 186 cm and 173 cm. Preferably we wan't to change between pilot and stroker from time to time.

• Weight: We count on around 180-190 kg with our weight + bagage.

Type: Something similar to a cyclocros. We will mainly go on asphalt roads, but also wan't to be able to go on gravel.

So we are looking for sellers or good places where we can find decent second hand tandem-bikes in EU, preferably in southern Sweden or somewhere close to southern Sweden (Copenhagen for example). This is a good example of something that might fit our needs.

We know that we are asking for much with our tight student budget, but are trying to get something decent and maybe upgrade in the future when we know a bit more about what we want. We don't want to use a trailer since we feel that it will slow us down and be inconvenient. We rather pack lightly.

Hi fellow tandemers!

Me and my girlfriend are planning to go on several tandem trips this summer (when the world, hopefully, is back to normal). Some might be around 1 month and some around 3 days.

I'm wondering if you have any tips or something we should think about, both regarding what bike to get and general stuff.

I currently have a milestone touring comfort (https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=4394933659&wid=&p=&ext=&w=0&h=0&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=MO1fh2pFfVjIpTXXSfoFWWmN08Am%2FwT0). I think the frame is fine, but i feel that the fork, handle, saddles and wheels needs to be changed in order to be able to use it for longer trips, or what do you guys think?

One thing i also noticed when trying different (lower budget) tandems is that they feel kind of sloppy when pushing it. It feels much stiffer with my ordinary sport bike. Is the "slopyness" a general thing for tandem bikes or do they feel better when riding more quality bikes?

peace and love!

We just acquired a Yokota Twin Peaks tandem. It's been sitting in a garage for a long time and needs some love, but generally looks to be in decent shape. It has Garvin Flexstems. The elastomer on the stoker stem disintegrated on the first test ride around the block.

I've searched, but it doesnt seem like Flexstem elastomer replacements are easy to come by. Any advice on this would be great. Replacing the elastomer seems like an easy fix.

If they aren't available it looks like I'll need to buy a new stoker stem. I am an enthusiast, but not serious cyclist. We're just going to be going on short, easy rides usually about 10-15 miles. My stokers are my fiance and son. She's about 5'9" and he ( & me) about 5'11". The Garvin Flexstem measures approx 150mm from center post to center bar if elastomer was in place. It seems like the stoker stems I'm seeing are adjustable. What should I be thinking about considering length? Longer allows them to sit up more? They might prefer that. Any recommendations on quality, but affordable stoker stems also appreciated. We dont need anything fancy. Just reliable. Thanks!

Hi!

I’m starting on a project with a tandem. We want to tour trough europe. We want to build a small kitches in the back and cook with local products all over europe. The kitchen wil just be a small gasburner with two wooden compartments on the back.

We are looking for good brands and types. Does anyone have tips on tandem brands and types for long distance treks, we are going for 1-3 months, during spring-summer time.

Thanks!

Well...At least all (I think) the parts for one.

Gitane frame and parts. My stoker is not allowed to ride a bike anymore, so there is no need to rebuild this classic.

reasonable offers please.

https://imgur.com/a/sujxBSs

I am looking to move out of Manhattan and will probably need to get a car in the medium-term future. What kind of car do I need to be able to carry my big tandem?

Do I need something long like a station wagon or minivan? Or does anything with a roof rack work?

Hey guys! I was wondering about this and thought maybe I’d get the right answers here! Thanks so so much 😄

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGPtJU9t2hA

We have a Co-Motion Speedster and our stoker is having some saddle issues with her perineum. We've tried a Brooks C15 and a Brooks B17 and had a fitting, but nothing seems to work. Any stokers have good luck with a women's saddle?

My mom came across at trek t100 at a thrift shop for $50, and being my mom, decided it would be a great idea to buy it and give to me to fix up.

Its in alright shape, rides, the front derailleur shifter is busted and needs replacing, but other than that seems all original.

Its a very tall frame, i'm 5'8 and riding with the seat dropped all the way i'm still on my toes when pedaling.

I'm wondering how much this thing would be worth to re-sell it.

Its too big for me, and will replace the cables and everything and make sure its safe to ride ( pretty experienced bike mechanic ) but wondering what it may be worth.

EDIT: Picture https://i.imgur.com/7Q9vw54.jpg