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What
if I am a good cyclist, but have never captained a
tandem? There is a first time
for everyone. If you have good bike handling skills and
sound judgment, it is likely you can become a competent
tandem captain. Contact Barb Plunkett (609) 397-5245 bplunk11@comcast.net
to go on a tandem training ride before your first ride
with a disabled stoker.
What
if I already have a tandem partner? Great…then
you already know how to captain a tandem! Your partner
will surely understand if you occasionally ride with a
disabled stoker.
What
if I don’t own a tandem but still want to ride?
It may be that the stoker owns a tandem or one can be
loaned to you.
What
about bike fit and pedals? Most
of the time, for the occasional or short distance ride,
an adjustment of the seat height is all that is
required. If you find you are cycling more and longer
distances with your stoker, adjustable stems may be the
answer. Pedals can easily be changed for a ride. And of
course, you may find tandem riding so much fun that you
purchase your own tandem for a better fit.
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