Thanks folks. As ever I am amazed and impressed by how much info one can get on this forum. Many thanks for the response.

Well...after lots of research (much of it on this site) I have pulled the trigger and bought a 2008 street tandem. My first tandem!

My son will be my stoker and since most of our riding is quite utilitarian (commuting and recreation) and often on trails I decided the Street version was just more practical and straight forward.

Hopefully as the learning curve develops I can actually contribute to this forum rather than just ask for advice and help.

Again....many thanks!!!

Ride on

Dave