Preface:

Ok, so I have to preface this entire blog scenario so that everyone can understand where I'm coming from and why...

I'm a father of 5 children ranging from 22-yrs to 3-yrs old. I got it into my head that owning a tandem bike would be a nice way to spend quality time with my wife and kids in a silly and fun way while getting some exercise. Apparently my family has a different perspective on the matter... It appears that the thought of riding a tandem bike in the neighborhood in which we live, sends shock waves of fear at the anticipated embarrassment that will ensue if seen! As a result, I am forced to contemplate whether the "journey of a thousand miles" should even begin...

So I ask anyone who has time to read and comment on the matter, what do you think? Should I attempt to recondition a lifeless piece of junk in my all but nonexistent spare time or should I heed the cautions of my family and turn this beast into scrap?

Take a look at these pictures and let me know what you think...