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A Nebeneinandem (also: Buddy Bike or Compagnionfahrrad ) is a muscle- driven bicycle, on which several people (usually two ) can go side by side. The name derives from the "side -by-side tandem " from.

The Nebeneinandem is also suitable for disabled cyclists who are dependent on others' help and want to drive no ordinary tandem or can. Popular is the Nebeneinandem at cyclists who like to talk while driving.

Variants

In the simplest variant, the two lanes Nebeneinandem and consists of a construction of pipes for coupling together two bicycles. Both the bicycle frame and its direction are joined together.

More complex Nebeneinandems based on specially designed bicycle frame. An example of this is the bike lane buddy, in which two saddle racks and two handlebars are mounted on a single frame (one fixed it). The power transmission takes place over an extended for each driver pedal arm and only a central wheel bearings. The principle of operation is similar to a pedal boats. In the 1980s, a yellow- light blue buddy bike was manufactured and sold in series.

In the extreme case conference bike up to seven people sitting next to each other and drive.

History

This page was tandem of Hubert Opperman first illustrated in the magazine Modern Mechanix in August 1934, even though the basic idea goes back to pre the 19th century. It was originally marketed by the Punnett Cycle Company. Historically, it has been mentioned as a promotional bike, which made ​​it possible for men to spend time with a lady without the joint activity would allow a too strong approximation.