How about kent dual drive tandem comfort bike? I bought one after read reviews from Amazon’s, I agree with many of the other positive reviews…:
1) The style is unique and interesting. Silver & Black w/splashes of Red is eye-catching.
2) The large tires give a comfortable ride. White-walls give it a “retro” look, too. 3) Operation is smooth and quiet. I thought the extra chain/cranks and bulk would make it creak or rattle.
4) It has great shock-absorbing seats…by La-Z-Boy, no less!
5) The drive train components are good quality. Shifting is accurate.
6) Most important, the brakes in conjunction with the larger tires have excellent stopping power.
Kent Dual Drive Tandem Comfort Bike rice: $274.54 by Amazon
…And some of the negative comments…:
1) Welds are complete and adequate, though sloppy. A minor detraction you have to look closely to see.
2) It’s not meant to race despite 21-gears: the weight, tires and posture are designed for leisurely cruising.
3) It’s LONG! I couldn’t fit it in my SUV without the rear hatch ajar. It needs quick release hubs!
4) Curved frame makes mounting a pump awkward.
5) Many have mentioned shipping damage and mine was no exception. This is probably due to its cumbersome size.
6) Customer service has been mentioned by others to be great. I haven’t gotten a response after a week and a half…and the receptionist has changed to an answering machine. This could be either from faltering service or bike popularity overwhelming their service capacity.
Tandem bike accessories:
…But for the price, beginners like myself could not find a better deal, not even second-hand! I wanted to kindle my joy of bicycling in my wife, who has very little time for exercise. I don’t think she ever felt completely confident in her ability to control the bike. Now she can get the exercise, the freedom and exhilaration of the outdoors and forget about shifting, steering, braking and, to some extent, balancing. I can have help peddling (sometimes!?) and we both get to share the experience.
So if your interested in all the benefits of tandem biking and need a bike to start you off, you can’t go wrong with this one. I’ve given it 5 stars, not for its being the epitome of the tandem genre, but for its outstanding value.
The Kent Dual Drive 21 Speed Tandem Bicycle offers high quality construction at a reasonable price. This durable tandem bike is comfortable and stylish, with a pair of soft gel saddles and extra-wide, bump-gobbling 2.1-inch tires. The components, meanwhile, are built for long-lasting use, including the 21-speed Shimano drive train, Revo twist shifters, and reliable alloy linear pull V brakes.
Best of all, the frame features low stand-over heights (29 inches in the front and 20 inches in back), making it easy for both riders to hop on. Also equipped with a pair of water bottle holders and a heavy-duty kickstand, the tandem bike is perfect for people who want to spend a little quality time with a spouse or good friend.
Kent Dual Drive Tandem Comfort Bike rice: $274.54 by Amazon
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