Looking for tandem with short stoker position--on a budget! Need it yesterday! - The Chainlink2024-03-28T23:54:44Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A773157&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks so much everyone. I'l…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-23:2211490:Comment:7753102013-11-23T16:32:42.641ZSuzihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Suzi
<p>Thanks so much everyone. I'll let you all know how the folding bike works out. we won't be using it for awhile, but I'll post pics when we do. Thank you all again for your wonderful resources. I will pass the info on to others. </p>
<p>Thanks so much everyone. I'll let you all know how the folding bike works out. we won't be using it for awhile, but I'll post pics when we do. Thank you all again for your wonderful resources. I will pass the info on to others. </p> That's pretty! Too big for me…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-22:2211490:Comment:7750592013-11-22T22:36:25.219ZJulie Aberman (Hochstadter)https://thechainlink.org/profile/JulieHochstadter
<p>That's pretty! Too big for me and I'm not yet in the market. Will be a many years for me but I always like to keep my eye out.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Kelvin Mulcky said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A775244&x=1#2211490Comment775244"><div><p>I have this Large/small tandem and would be willing to sell. It's currently set a bit different than pictured.…</p>
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<p>That's pretty! Too big for me and I'm not yet in the market. Will be a many years for me but I always like to keep my eye out.<br/> <br/> <cite>Kelvin Mulcky said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A775244&x=1#2211490Comment775244"><div><p>I have this Large/small tandem and would be willing to sell. It's currently set a bit different than pictured. Now it has a XT/Dyad wheelset, fenders, a VO front rack and 2 Brooks saddles. PM me for details and price.</p>
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</blockquote> I have this Large/small tande…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-22:2211490:Comment:7752442013-11-22T22:34:09.933ZKevin Mulckyhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KevinMulcky
<p>I have this Large/small tandem and would be willing to sell. It's currently set a bit different than pictured. Now it has a XT/Dyad wheelset, fenders, a VO front rack and 2 Brooks saddles. PM me for details and price.…</p>
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<p>I have this Large/small tandem and would be willing to sell. It's currently set a bit different than pictured. Now it has a XT/Dyad wheelset, fenders, a VO front rack and 2 Brooks saddles. PM me for details and price.</p>
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<p>where did you get it? And do you have a picture to share?<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Ross said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?x=1&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A772962&page=2#2211490Comment775114"><div>I commute to work each day with my first grader on a Burley piccolo trail a bike. I would say the piccolo feels as rock solid as a tandem (i have a cannondale rt1000). The piccolo is in a whole…</div>
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<p>where did you get it? And do you have a picture to share?<br/> <br/> <cite>Ross said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?x=1&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A772962&page=2#2211490Comment775114"><div>I commute to work each day with my first grader on a Burley piccolo trail a bike. I would say the piccolo feels as rock solid as a tandem (i have a cannondale rt1000). The piccolo is in a whole different class than adams and other trailer bikes, in that it has a special rack that it mounts to instead of the seat post...the connection is WAY more stable. It also has 6 speeds and a little shifter. He can really chip in! I pull it to work after dipping him and it's not heavy - made of true temper cromoly with nice parts. Sorry to evangelize, but I love this little thing and it's only a couple hundred dollars.</div>
</blockquote> Not yet, but keep us updated…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-22:2211490:Comment:7751202013-11-22T22:18:28.520ZJulie Aberman (Hochstadter)https://thechainlink.org/profile/JulieHochstadter
<p>Not yet, but keep us updated once you get it.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Suzi said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?x=1&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A772962&page=2#2211490Comment773859"><div><p>Julie, do you want the one I posted? If so, they don't have a lot left and I am have only been able to find one resource for it!!!! I think I have to buy now, not that I want to, but it may not be around…</p>
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<p>Not yet, but keep us updated once you get it.<br/> <br/> <cite>Suzi said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-tandem-with-short-stoker-position-on-a-budget-need-it?x=1&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A772962&page=2#2211490Comment773859"><div><p>Julie, do you want the one I posted? If so, they don't have a lot left and I am have only been able to find one resource for it!!!! I think I have to buy now, not that I want to, but it may not be around much longer. Just so you know in case you want it now. I plan to keep it forever:)</p>
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</blockquote> I commute to work each day wi…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-22:2211490:Comment:7751142013-11-22T22:11:31.979ZRosshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Ross983
I commute to work each day with my first grader on a Burley piccolo trail a bike. I would say the piccolo feels as rock solid as a tandem (i have a cannondale rt1000). The piccolo is in a whole different class than adams and other trailer bikes, in that it has a special rack that it mounts to instead of the seat post...the connection is WAY more stable. It also has 6 speeds and a little shifter. He can really chip in! I pull it to work after dipping him and it's not heavy - made of true temper…
I commute to work each day with my first grader on a Burley piccolo trail a bike. I would say the piccolo feels as rock solid as a tandem (i have a cannondale rt1000). The piccolo is in a whole different class than adams and other trailer bikes, in that it has a special rack that it mounts to instead of the seat post...the connection is WAY more stable. It also has 6 speeds and a little shifter. He can really chip in! I pull it to work after dipping him and it's not heavy - made of true temper cromoly with nice parts. Sorry to evangelize, but I love this little thing and it's only a couple hundred dollars. Julie, do you want the one I…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-18:2211490:Comment:7738592013-11-18T16:04:00.028ZSuzihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Suzi
<p>Julie, do you want the one I posted? If so, they don't have a lot left and I am have only been able to find one resource for it!!!! I think I have to buy now, not that I want to, but it may not be around much longer. Just so you know in case you want it now. I plan to keep it forever:)</p>
<p>Julie, do you want the one I posted? If so, they don't have a lot left and I am have only been able to find one resource for it!!!! I think I have to buy now, not that I want to, but it may not be around much longer. Just so you know in case you want it now. I plan to keep it forever:)</p> This is for sure going to be…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-18:2211490:Comment:7741062013-11-18T16:01:47.278ZJulie Aberman (Hochstadter)https://thechainlink.org/profile/JulieHochstadter
<p><span>This is for sure going to be me and my kids some day so thanks for asking this question.</span></p>
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<p><em>Mom wants to get her out on the trail, and be able to let dad sit home and prop up his foot/watch football.</em></p>
<p><span>This is for sure going to be me and my kids some day so thanks for asking this question.</span></p>
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<p><em>Mom wants to get her out on the trail, and be able to let dad sit home and prop up his foot/watch football.</em></p> Thanks so much, this is why I…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-18:2211490:Comment:7739942013-11-18T15:57:13.862ZSuzihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Suzi
<p>Thanks so much, this is why I LOVE our cycling community. and Jane, that picture is wonderful. I may go with this option here, found online. Seems the rear position is very low. I think we may wait now for the warmer weather, though for long rides, but I forsee a few test rides to school! Question: Does the 15.5" stoker size seem low enough for a kid who is about 42" tall?</p>
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<p>Thanks so much, this is why I LOVE our cycling community. and Jane, that picture is wonderful. I may go with this option here, found online. Seems the rear position is very low. I think we may wait now for the warmer weather, though for long rides, but I forsee a few test rides to school! Question: Does the 15.5" stoker size seem low enough for a kid who is about 42" tall?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bikebuyers.com/fito-fz-2-2013.htm">http://www.bikebuyers.com/fito-fz-2-2013.htm</a></p> For those suggesting Trailer…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-11-18:2211490:Comment:7739852013-11-18T06:27:06.355ZJane Healyhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Jane
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<p>For those suggesting Trailer bikes or Trail-a-bike attachments, just be aware that they are HARD to tow for smaller riders. I am a big strong hulking woman and I could barely ride with my daughter on the back because it made my bike steering so wonky.</p>
<p>A couple of suggestions...</p>
<p>1. Get a long tail bike. The Yuba Boda Boda is designed to carry children and stuff while still acting like a "regular" bike. It even fits on bus bike racks!</p>
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<p>For those suggesting Trailer bikes or Trail-a-bike attachments, just be aware that they are HARD to tow for smaller riders. I am a big strong hulking woman and I could barely ride with my daughter on the back because it made my bike steering so wonky.</p>
<p>A couple of suggestions...</p>
<p>1. Get a long tail bike. The Yuba Boda Boda is designed to carry children and stuff while still acting like a "regular" bike. It even fits on bus bike racks!</p>
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<p>2. Take your regular bike and modify it to carry someone. I use a heavy duty Old Man Mountain bike rack with two Detours grocery panniers to carry my daughter around. We use a small tube pillow that I got for $5 or a roll of paper towels to provide a bit of comfort. She's now 10 and I *still* ride with her on the back.</p>
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