Dealing with bike vs equestrian encounters is, for the most part, a settled issue in many jurisdictions around the United States. Back in the 90’s when mountain bike riding took off there were a number of legal and territorial fights taking place between pro-equestrian and pro-cycling groups. As...

Aside from the standard jokes we receive about “she is not pedaling”, “that looks easy”, and “are you kidding” a tandem team really can exceed anything imaginable by a solo-bicyclist. The best example of the advantages a tandem bike has over the solo counterpart is...

For any tandem team with even a few miles of road riding under their belt a quick realization will occur that pacelines naturally form around you. Solo cyclists view you as a great wind-blocker and even better flat road pace setter. With this it is inevitable that you will be called upon to operate your...

On a recent vacation to Glacier National Park we were presented with a pressing dilemma on whether or not to attempt to ride a certain route. The signature road through the center of the National Park is a 60 mile two lane highway named Going-to-the-Sun Road. The highway traverses lush river valleys,...

Question: I just purchased a used tandem from a family friend. The tandem bike is a bit old, has seen its better days, and I am unsure of my next step. What is your advise for someone who has just purchased a used tandem? Answer: Used tandems present a unique opportunity for tandem teams to enter into...

With spring finally showing some signs of life it is time to look forward to summer vacations. For many tandem teams those vacations will include a trip to a National Park or National Monument with the hope of being able to enjoy the location on tandem. Cycling inside these parks can be a tricky proposition...

Most tandem teams spend the majority of their time fighting one another on the bike. This fighting is not physical in nature rather it is a hidden fight that works to impeded the smooth operation of their machine. Examples of this fight include: The stoker and captain pedaling out of sync The riders...

Cycling can be a very social activity allowing riders to meet-up with groups and enjoy a spin along roads or trails together. Often times it is a natural progression for tandem bike teams to do the same and partake in an organized group ride with solo-bicycle riders. For tandem teams the decision to...

Winter has reared its head again here in Southern California. After a Christmas and New Years filled with above normal temperatures Californians have been punished with a series of rain storms that have left the trails rutted, wet, and muddy. For tandem mountain bike teams the mud presents a unique challenge...

As cyclists on a roadway tandem teams interact with many different people utilizing various competing transportation forms. From passenger cars to big rig trucks the other road users, in general, are operating larger and heavier equipment. To add a layer of safety into the regular tandem routine the...