I have a Buddy bike but it is not a recumbent. It is a side-by-side tandem based on a mountain bike frame. I can tell you that it is a bit cumbersome to get used to, but 2 riders with good balance and skills can learn it pretty quickly. It is really pretty easy and lots of fun once you get the hang of it. One thing to consider is that it is wider than a regular tandem, so you need a wide lane to use it on.