Originally Posted by
Flog00
"Older".... 80's is my sweet spot. Newer is okay too. A new custom is not financially possible now.
Originally Posted by
KonAaron Snake
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Bilenky makes a view point tandem - captain in rear - but they are $$$$$ and you'll still likely have the same fit issues buying one used. ...
Originally Posted by
thumpism
If you don't mind something very unconventional, you might take a look at the Counterpoint Opus. The stoker sits in front in a recumbent position and the captain rides upright in back. Very cool but weird, and probably not cheap if you can even find one used. That's my suggestion.
I see Bilenky makes one in the same style, too.
Edit to add that Bilenky bought the patent from the original manufacturer.
A Counterpoint Opus would satisfy the 1980's requirement nicely, but they are really hard to find. I'm not sure how many were made, I can't imagine the number reached four digits. There is a FaceBook group of owners, and the serial numbers cataloged there are all very low if I recall correctly. Mine is no. 21:
The Hase "Pino" is a somewhat redesigned version of the same, not much cheaper.
The
Performer "Family" tandem is a relatively cheap alternative.
But I don't really see what problem this is supposed to solve. Why won't your wife captain? Is this her preference?