Frequently Asked Questions

• Is it safe to connect with a stranger over the internet? That is a  valid concern. Therefore, we have safety guidelines to help you make wise choices about your cycling connections. Please read the section Getting Started.
• Do you have direct knowledge of the user’s backgrounds or  cycling ability? No. We do not investigate any user’s background or reputation. Nor, do we verify any representations made by and between users of the site. We simply provide a means for users to connect with each other and, if they wish, to arrange a bike ride. For more on this, please see our Terms of Use.
• Do you have to be into racing or riding long distances to connect with a tandem partner? No. When you sign up and create your profile, you will describe your cycling expereicne and the type of riding you want to do. 
• What if I am a good cyclist, but have never captained a tandem? There is a first time for everyone. If you have good bike handling skills and sound judgment, you can become a competent tandem captain. Read our Tandem Tutorial to get started.
• What if I don’t own a tandem but still want to ride? It may be that the captain or stoker owns a tandem. Sign up & when you create your profile, answer “No” on the question asking if you have access to a tandem.
• Could a tandem partner sue me if he/she believes that I caused an accident, crash, or injury to occur? We certainly hope that would never happen. Cycling is an inherently dangerous sport and each tandem cyclist should know the risks. Thus, as a precondition to using our site, all users must agree to execute The U.S. Blind Tandem Cycling Connection’s Assumption of Risk, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement. This provides that you waive any claims against and release from liability the captain (if you are a stoker) and the stoker (if you are the captain) in the event you arrange a ride with a person or persons met through our site. But, all that being said, yes, let’s face it, you could still be sued.

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