Bike Friday Tandem Two'sDay
Bike Friday Tandem Two'sDay earns best-in-class recognition for combining full-size ride quality with a clever folding split-tube design that makes air travel and compact storage straightforward; its modular construction and extensive component options give it a technical and customization edge over more niche folders. Compared with lighter carbon-focused options like the Airnimal Joey and boutique steel tandems like the Circe Helios, the Two'sDay balances durability and serviceability for long-distance tandem touring while remaining more affordable than large-brand travel tandems like the Santana.
Travel-sized joy
Custom fit
Travel-sized joy
Custom fit
Review Summary
"Owners praise the Two'sDay for its excellent portability, ride quality and customizable build options; common negatives are the premium price and long lead times. Overall users report it performs almost like a full-size tandem when riding and packs down very compactly for travel."
Quick-fold fun
Custom-build options and sizing for matched pedaling and fit.
Quick-fold fun
Custom-build options and sizing for matched pedaling and fit.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Bike Friday Tandem Two'sDay earns best-in-class recognition for combining full-size ride quality with a clever folding split-tube design that makes air travel and compact storage straightforward; its modular construction and extensive component options give it a technical and customization edge over more niche folders. Compared with lighter carbon-focused options like the Airnimal Joey and boutique steel tandems like the Circe Helios, the Two'sDay balances durability and serviceability for long-distance tandem touring while remaining more affordable than large-brand travel tandems like the Santana.
Travel-sized joy
Custom fit
Quick-fold fun
Custom-build options and sizing for matched pedaling and fit.
Designed for travel with quick-release couplers and compact disassembly.
Travel-sized joy
Custom fit
Quick-fold fun
Custom-build options and sizing for matched pedaling and fit.
Designed for travel with quick-release couplers and compact disassembly.
$6,500-9,500 CAD
Airnimal Joey Tandem
The Airnimal Joey Tandem stands out as the market leader for ultralight, small-wheeler folding tandems thanks to its carbon-fiber based design and rapid fold mechanism that prioritize portability and minimal packed volume for plane travel. Financially it targets riders who value lower shipping and airline baggage costs versus the heavier Santana or Bike Friday travel tandems, while technically offering a more compact package than the Circe's steel touring approach, albeit with less focus on heavy-load touring robustness.
Pocketable fold
Featherweight carry
Pocketable fold
Featherweight carry
Review Summary
"Buyers like the Airnimal Joey Tandem for its very compact fold, solid construction and strong value proposition, though some note it can be heavier than expected and has limited high-end component choices. Frequent riders appreciate the practical folding design for mixed commuting and travel use."
Commuter wink
Compact folding geometry that prioritizes small packed footprint for easy transport.
Commuter wink
Compact folding geometry that prioritizes small packed footprint for easy transport.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Airnimal Joey Tandem stands out as the market leader for ultralight, small-wheeler folding tandems thanks to its carbon-fiber based design and rapid fold mechanism that prioritize portability and minimal packed volume for plane travel. Financially it targets riders who value lower shipping and airline baggage costs versus the heavier Santana or Bike Friday travel tandems, while technically offering a more compact package than the Circe's steel touring approach, albeit with less focus on heavy-load touring robustness.
Pocketable fold
Featherweight carry
Commuter wink
Compact folding geometry that prioritizes small packed footprint for easy transport.
Lightweight aluminum frame for easier lifting and handling.
Pocketable fold
Featherweight carry
Commuter wink
Compact folding geometry that prioritizes small packed footprint for easy transport.
Lightweight aluminum frame for easier lifting and handling.
$4,000-6,000 CAD
Circe Helios Tandem
The Circe Helios Tandem is distinguished for delivering boutique ride refinement and custom steel frame options aimed at riders who prioritize long-haul comfort and adaptability for tandem touring; its craftsmanship and touring fit make it a compelling alternative to mass-produced travel tandems. Compared to the ultralight Airnimal and the fold-first Bike Friday Two'sDay, the Helios trades off rapid folding and minimal packed size for superior ride quality and repairability on extended trips, often representing a middling price point between bespoke builds and mainstream travel tandems.
Speedy handling
Performance ride
Speedy handling
Performance ride
Review Summary
"Riders praise the Circe Helios for a stiff, performance-oriented frame and a thoughtful folding layout that still delivers a good ride, while criticisms focus on higher cost and more limited dealer/support availability. Long-term users find it a capable touring/performance folding tandem when service is accessible."
Race-ready grin
Engineered for low weight and responsive handling for faster tandem riding.
Race-ready grin
Engineered for low weight and responsive handling for faster tandem riding.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The Circe Helios Tandem is distinguished for delivering boutique ride refinement and custom steel frame options aimed at riders who prioritize long-haul comfort and adaptability for tandem touring; its craftsmanship and touring fit make it a compelling alternative to mass-produced travel tandems. Compared to the ultralight Airnimal and the fold-first Bike Friday Two'sDay, the Helios trades off rapid folding and minimal packed size for superior ride quality and repairability on extended trips, often representing a middling price point between bespoke builds and mainstream travel tandems.
Speedy handling
Performance ride
Race-ready grin
Engineered for low weight and responsive handling for faster tandem riding.
Performance-oriented drivetrain and components for efficient long rides.
Speedy handling
Performance ride
Race-ready grin
Engineered for low weight and responsive handling for faster tandem riding.
Performance-oriented drivetrain and components for efficient long rides.
$5,500-8,000 CAD
Bike Friday Triple Tandem
The Bike Friday Triple Tandem is the category-defining option for groups and families who need a portable multi-rider solution, leveraging Bike Friday's proven folding chassis engineering to keep transport and airline logistics manageable even with three riders. Technically unique on this list, the Triple offers a financial advantage for buyers seeking one vehicle to replace multiple bikes and avoids the premium of custom long-wheelbase triple builds found elsewhere, while remaining more foldable and travel-friendly than heavy steel triples.
Three-up adventures
Family-friendly ride
Three-up adventures
Family-friendly ride
Review Summary
"Owners commend Bike Friday's Triple for its customizable fit and surprisingly agile handling for three riders, but highlight the high price and the practical challenges of transporting a larger triple. Those who use it repeatedly value the build quality and tailored setup for family or group touring."
Collapsible convoy
Three-rider configuration built for group touring and expedition use.
Collapsible convoy
Three-rider configuration built for group touring and expedition use.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The Bike Friday Triple Tandem is the category-defining option for groups and families who need a portable multi-rider solution, leveraging Bike Friday's proven folding chassis engineering to keep transport and airline logistics manageable even with three riders. Technically unique on this list, the Triple offers a financial advantage for buyers seeking one vehicle to replace multiple bikes and avoids the premium of custom long-wheelbase triple builds found elsewhere, while remaining more foldable and travel-friendly than heavy steel triples.
Three-up adventures
Family-friendly ride
Collapsible convoy
Three-rider configuration built for group touring and expedition use.
Sturdy frame and reinforced components to carry heavier loads and riders.
Three-up adventures
Family-friendly ride
Collapsible convoy
Three-rider configuration built for group touring and expedition use.
Sturdy frame and reinforced components to carry heavier loads and riders.
$10,000-15,000 CAD
Santana Tandem Travel Bike
The Santana Tandem Travel Bike remains the market leader for heavy-duty, proven travel tandems thanks to decades of refinement, rugged touring geometry and load-bearing capability that many riders still prefer for serious expeditions. While generally heavier and pricier than folder-first models like Bike Friday or ultralight designs such as the Airnimal Joey, Santana's established dealer network and field-proven reliability deliver long-term value and easier worldwide service compared with smaller boutique makers.
Tour-ready build
Endurance comfort
Tour-ready build
Endurance comfort
Review Summary
"Santana travel tandems are widely praised for rock-solid durability, excellent long-distance performance and flexible component options; drawbacks most often cited are the significant weight and premium cost. Seasoned tandem tourers consistently rate Santana highly for reliability and ride stability."
Luggage-friendly charm
Touring-oriented frame with multiple braze-ons for racks, fenders, and bottles.
Luggage-friendly charm
Touring-oriented frame with multiple braze-ons for racks, fenders, and bottles.
Recreational Enjoyment
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
The Santana Tandem Travel Bike remains the market leader for heavy-duty, proven travel tandems thanks to decades of refinement, rugged touring geometry and load-bearing capability that many riders still prefer for serious expeditions. While generally heavier and pricier than folder-first models like Bike Friday or ultralight designs such as the Airnimal Joey, Santana's established dealer network and field-proven reliability deliver long-term value and easier worldwide service compared with smaller boutique makers.
Tour-ready build
Endurance comfort
Luggage-friendly charm
Touring-oriented frame with multiple braze-ons for racks, fenders, and bottles.
Robust tandem-specific components optimized for reliability on long trips.
Tour-ready build
Endurance comfort
Luggage-friendly charm
Touring-oriented frame with multiple braze-ons for racks, fenders, and bottles.
Robust tandem-specific components optimized for reliability on long trips.
$7,000-10,000 CAD