Sociable
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The Sociable or "Buddy Bike" is a bicycle that supports two riders who sit side by side.
This type of bicycle should not be referred to as a tandem bicycle as "tandem" is defined as: "a group of two or more arranged one behind the other ..."[1]
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[edit] History
The Sociable was invented by Hubert Opperman.[2] In its basic form it has been around for over 100 years. It was originally marketed by the Punnett Cycle Company. Historically it has been used as a courting bike, gentlemen would be able to spend time with young ladies in an activity that allowed closer proximity.[3]
[edit] Gallery
 Newlyweds and their Sociable in 1897[4] |
 An article from Modern Mechanix |
 A video of the Sociable |
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[edit] References
- ^ Merriam-Webster , tandem, August, 2007.
- ^ Modern Mechanix , Australians Ride Side by Side on a "Bicycle Built For Two", August, 1934.
- ^ SideByCycle.com , The History of Side-By-Cycle, August, 2007.
- ^ CAWTHORN, SCOTT & DeSilva PALMER Family History Website, Younather, Fanny Matilda and "The Sociable" 21 April 1897, August, 2007.
