While folks may be great riding their solos, put'em together on a tandem and they are not quite as great as a duo.
In our younger days we have beaten folks who were great solo riders and on a tandem tried to beat us in a distance events. No luck on their part.
Clearly, mega-miles TWOgether on tandems will give you a distinct advantage.
Pedal on!
Rudy and Kay/zonatandem