Patents related to tandem bicycles date from the late 1800s.[1] In approximately 1898, Mikael Pedersen developed a tandem version of his Pedersen bicycle that weighed 24 pounds and a quad that weighed 64 pounds.[2] Tandem popularity began to decline after WWII until Bill McReady at Santana Cycles instigated a revival.[3] Modern technology has improved component and frame designs, and many tandems are as well-built as modern high-end road and off-road bikes.
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Friday, November 27, 2009
History of Tandem Bicycles
Patents related to tandem bicycles date from the late 1800s.[1] In approximately 1898, Mikael Pedersen developed a tandem version of his Pedersen bicycle that weighed 24 pounds and a quad that weighed 64 pounds.[2] Tandem popularity began to decline after WWII until Bill McReady at Santana Cycles instigated a revival.[3] Modern technology has improved component and frame designs, and many tandems are as well-built as modern high-end road and off-road bikes.
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