Larger image of this Toucan Full Bike from $4,499 Toucan Frame w/Steel Fork $1,999

Frequently Asked Questions about this bike: "Why are your tandems so much less expensive than comparable models from other companies?" "Why is the bike made from steel instead of aluminum or carbon?" "Why do you use cantilver brakes when everyone else is using V-brakes?" "Why do you use Campagnolo components?"

Have a drink on us! The Rodriguez bottle opener is an exclusive touch of class that you'll only find on a Rodriguez. This stainless steel accessory comes standard on all of our Rodriguez tandems. It is brazed onto the seat stay. A great all around tandem for an incredible price! Tandem riding, for the most part, is about having fun. Whether you're riding with your children, spouse, or just a good friend, a tandem equalizes the abilities of the riders and makes the ride more about the experience. At R+E Cycles, we have 35 years of designing, building and riding tandems behind us. This has given us a broad range of experience which enables us to create the perfect tandem for you. I've always said that when you buy a bike, you're also buying a relationship with the shop and the manufacturer of your bike. This is especially true with tandems. We go to great lengths to incorporate components that will be reliable, and durable for tandem use. This means that the 'latest and greatest' (according to slick advertising campaigns anyway) fall by the wayside sometimes to make way for the 'tried and true'. When you take a personalized test ride with us, you'll see why RODRIGUEZ tandems have stood the test of time! Comfort is the key to a good tandem. If the fit isn't comfortable, it doesn't matter what the components are. At R+E Cycles, comfort is key that drives the design. We strive to achieve the perfect fit for each of you and the proper level of "cush" depending on your needs. The Rodriguez Toucan tandems have all of that 'hand-built' quality that you've come to know us for, and are an excellent value. Like all Rodriguez bikes, every Toucan tandem is handbuilt, one at a time, right here in Seattle. We guarantee fit and fun on every one. All Toucan Tandems are custom sized. Select from 700c or 26" wheels. 4 stock paint options or custom paint colors for just $200 extra, and 5 different decal styles. Wow! That's a lot of different options. The Toucan comes in standard, and a travel version. The travel version uses the same S&S couplings as the Houdini and W2 Adventure to pack down easily into two 26"X26" airline standard suitcases. 4 stock color options make our 2009 tandem line one of the most fun ever! Comitment to Quality All 2009 Rodriguez tandems come standard with Phil Wood hubs at no extra charge. That's a $500 upgrade over most manufacturers' spec hubs. Phil hubs are made right here in the U.S.A. and have been a standard part off our tandem business for as long as I can remember. Phil Wood hubs will provide even the gnarliest tandem team decades of worry free performance, and are unsurpasses in their quality. Rohloff Speedhub This year, we've added a Rohloff drive version of the Toucan tandem. We've developed a clean way of incorporating this unique design into a versatile tandem bike. We've been hand crafting tandem bikes right here in Seattle, U.S.A. since 1973. Our bikes are unique as our customers... they love our bikes, and we love them! Don't live nearby? Check out our long distance test ride policy. Tandem Articles: How to Shop for a Tandem How to Get Started on a Tandem

Toucan custom tandem frame/fork $1,999
Add $300 for Rohloff frame option

2009 Rodriguez tandem frames are all built custom sized.
There are 4 stock colors, and custom paint is quoted per job.

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Full Bike Specs	Toucan Mirage $4,499	Toucan Centaur $4,999	Toucan Rohloff $5,799
Head set	Cartridge Sealed bearing	FSA Orbit XL II	Cartridge Sealed bearing
Brake/Shift levers	Campagnolo Mirage Ergo	Campagnolo Centaur Ergo	Rohloff twist grip
Cranks	Alloy tandem cranks	Alloy tandem cranks	Alloy
Brakes	Trillium Big Squeeze	Trillium Big Squeeze	Trillium Big Squeeze
Stoker stem	Rodriguez adjustable	Rodriguez adjustable	Rodriguez adjustable
Front Derailleur	Campagnolo Triple	Campagnolo Triple	None
Rear Derailleur	Campagnolo Champ	Campagnolo Comp	14-speed Rohloff internal
Bar tape	Black Cork	Black cork	ATB grips
Tires	Serfas Kevlar Belted	Serfas Kevlar Belted	Serfas Kevlar Belted
26" wheels	with 3- year warranty
Rims	Alex SUB 36 hole	Alex SUB 36 hole	Alex SUB 36 hole
Rear Hub	Phil Wood Cassette	Phil Wood Cassette	Rohloff
Front hub	Phil Wood	Phil Wood	Phil Wood
700c Wheels	with 3- year warranty
Rims	Velocity Deep V 48 hole	Velocity Deep V 48 hole
Rear Hub	Phil Wood Cassette	Phil Wood Cassette
Front hub	Phil Wood	Phil Wood
Handle bars	Profile Alloy	Profile Alloy	Alloy flat bar
Seat Posts	Alloy 27.2	Alloy 27.2	Alloy 27.2
Spokes	DT stainless steel	DT stainless steel	DT stainless steel
Cogs	Hyperglide 8x cassette	Hyperglide 9x cassette	Rohloff
Seats	WTB or Planet Bike	WTB or Planet Bike	WTB or Planet Bike