Tandem Cycling - Alpha Q CX 20 on Tandem

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tohso
03-19-09, 04:25 PM
Hi,

Has anyone used an Alpha Q CX 20 Cyclo-cross carbon fork on a tandem? I guess in general, would it be safe to use a cyclocross carbon fork on a tandem?

Thanks,

biketeach
03-20-09, 07:49 AM
The CX is a tandem rated fork which means is undergoes similar testing but it's technically not the same as a fork built specifically for tandem use. We experienced a catastrophic failure with the CX fork which resulted in serious injury to the stoker. So our advice is to stick with a fork designed for tandem use.
rmac
03-20-09, 09:05 AM
Here's a similar thread that describes what happened to the fork:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=432495