Originally Posted by TandemGeek
Finally had a few minutes to look at the photos. Nice work from Bob as always.
You'll excuse my critical eye, but I can't help myself... I'm somewhat surprised the pointed coupler sleeves weren't carved into a fleur de lis or a similar design to compliment the lugs. I'm also a bit curious as to why you didn't have the fork painted to match the rest of the frame? Finally, did you consciously opt to use "The Stoker is Always Right" instead of the actual quote,
"The Stoker Makes No Mistakes"?
Again, beautiful frame and workmanship.
Fleur de lis - what a great idea. I will send the frame back to Bob! No, seriously, I didn't think of that at the time.
I didn't paint the fork because it matched the black of the rims - I debated having Bob fabricate a steel fork, but he felt Reynolds made the toughest forks in the business.
Bob Brown told me this phrase in an e-mail. He told me it was the only rule for tandem riding. Actually, I prefer it to the actual quote as it is more prescriptive. I felt my wife would be more likely to get on board if she felt she was going to be listened to when she had requests like - slow down or isn't it time for a break!
Adam