Don't know about heresy but here are my thoughts re: operational issues related to coupled bikes:
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My coupled bike works and rides fine - the couplers do what they are supposed to do, very, very well but, whether or not they make sense for a particular operational profile isn't a slam dunk to my way of thinking. Be sure they make sense before cutting up something precious.
John Clay Tallahassee, FL
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