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ASTM CONDITION 1
2
“This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where
tires may unitentionally lose ground contact.”
INTENDED
1
To be ridden on paved roads only.
NOT INTENDED
1
For off-road, cyclocross, or touring with racks or panniers.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT
1, 3
RIDER (lbs/kg)
LUGGAGE (lbs/kg)
TOTAL (lbs/kg)
275/125
10/4.5*
285/126
ASTM CONDITION 1
2
ROAD TANDEM
“This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where
tires may unitentionally lose ground contact.”
INTENDED
1
Road tandems are designed to be ridden on paved roads only. They are not designed for mountain
biking or off-road use. Road tandems are designed for touring with racks and panniers.
NOT INTENDED
1
Road tandem should not be taken off-road or used as a mountain tandem.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT
1, 3
RIDER (lbs/kg)
LUGGAGE (lbs/kg)
TOTAL (lbs/kg)
500 / 227
75 / 34
575 / 261
ASTM CONDITION 2
2
“This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle that includes Condition1 as well as unpaved
and gravel roads and trails withmoderate grades. Contact with irregular terrain and loss of tire
contact with the ground may occur. Jumps should be limited to 30cm (12in.) or less.”
INTENDED
1
For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in good condition, and bike paths.
NOT INTENDED
1
For off-road or mountain bike use, or for any kind of jumping. Some of these bikes have suspension
features, but these features are designed to add comfort, not off-road capability. Some come with
relatively wide tires that are well suited to gravel or dirt paths. Some come with relatively narrow tires
that are best suited to faster riding on pavement. If you ride on gravel or dirt paths, carry heavier loads
or want more tire durability talk to your dealer about wider tires.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT
1, 3
RIDER (lbs/kg)
LUGGAGE (lbs/kg)
TOTAL (lbs/kg)
500 / 227
75 / 34
575 / 261
ASTM CONDITION 3
2
“This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle that includes Condition 1 and Condition 2 as
well as rough trails, rough un-paved roads, and rough technical areas and unimproved trails. Jumps of
60 cm (24 in.) or less are anticipated.”
INTENDED
1
For cross-country riding and racing which ranges from mild to aggressive over intermediate terrain
(e.g., hilly with small obstacles like roots, rocks, loose surfaces and hard pack and depressions). There
are no large “sick drop” or drop offs, jumps or launches (wooden structures, dirt embankments)
requiring long suspension travel or heavy duty components. Cross-country and marathon equipment
(tires, shocks, frames, drive trains) are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over brute force. Suspension
travel is relatively short since the bike is intended to move quickly on the ground and not spend time
in the air landing hard and hammering through things.
NOT INTENDED
1
For use in extreme forms of jumping/riding such as hardcore mountain, Freeriding, Downhill, North
Shore, Dirt Jumping, Hucking etc.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT
1, 3
RIDER (lbs/kg)
LUGGAGE (lbs/kg)
TOTAL (lbs/kg)
300 / 136
5 / 2.3*
305 / 138
ASTM F2043
For off-road
riding and
jumps less than
12” (30cm)
ASTM F2043
For rough
off-road riding
and jumps less
than 24” (61 cm)
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