| Tandems
You'll Get Twice the Enjoyment on a Tandem
Tandems are great fun and offer a whole new dimension in cycling. Thousands of people have already discovered the pleasure that tandem riding brings and that number is increasing year-on-year.
A tandem weighs less than two solo bicycles but, with almost the same rolling resistance and air drag as a solo,
the tandem can travel significantly faster. It's a great way to travel, whether you're just out for a short ride or undertaking a lengthy tour.
Tandems also offer a means by which people with impaired vision or balance difficulties can enjoy the benefits of cycling. Indeed, tandem racing is an official Paralympic discipline in which Scots woman Aileen McGlynn MBE is one of the Great Britain Cycling Team's most successful competitors. Aileen's impressive palmares includes many Paralympic, World, European and British titles.
Tandem Advice
Here at Walkers we our resident tandem experts are company directors John and Susan Walker who have traveled extensively by tandem with a tour of Canada and the epic ride from Land's End to John o' Groats being just some of the the grand adventures they have undertaken.
For more information on all aspects of tandem riding we recommend a visit to the Tandem Club website.
Hire a Tandem
If you'd like to try tandem
riding but aren't quite ready to commit to buying one, you can use Walkers hire service to see how you like it.
Dawes Tandems
We supply Dawes tandems - visit the Dawes web site for full details the current models.
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Dawes Discovery Twin Tandem - Upgraded for 2008 |
Giant Peapod LX Trailer |
For touring or leisure this tandem features full chromo plastic mudguards, and Tektro V brakes. Shimano gear mechs, EZ Fire shifters and a Truvativ 48/36/26 chainset provide efficient gearing. |
A beautifully light trailer for one or two children. Folds in seconds for storage. Features a retractable mesh screen. |
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NEW for 2008 - Dawes Duet Tandem |
Carry Freedom Y-Frame Trailer |
The sturdy Duet has a smaller 20"/13" frame size and a lower rear seat specially designed for kids who are now too big for their trailer bikes. 21 speed gears. Mudguards and rear carrier rack as standard. |
Available in two sizes to carry 45 or 90kg. Alloy frame, quick release wheels and handle for easy storage. |
Trailers & Trikes
The humble cycle trailer is an oft overlooked method of transporting all sorts of cargo. In countries like China and India cycle trailers are a common sight with everything from livestock to motor car engines being ferried around town and country. Here in the UK we're a little bit more conservative in what we carry on our trailers but here are just some of the uses they get put to:
- children
- dogs and cats (but probably not both at the same time!)
- the weekly shopping
- DIY supplies
- camping equipment
- small items of furniture
- canoes and other sports equipment
And that's just for starters! The range of stuff you can carry by trailer is limited only by the imagination.
Don't Forget the Dog!
Trailers can be simple, wheeled flat-bed platforms, upon which a variety of loads can be secured with straps or a cargo net, or they can be specialist units purpose built to carry a specific load - like the Carry Freedom bArk. There are numerous manufacturers who market 'off-the-peg' solutions as well as custom manufacturers who design and build bespoke trailers.
Our Trailer Suppliers
At Walkers we can supply child trailers by Giant and Burley while cargo carrying is catered for by the superb, innovative range of Carry Freedom trailers which are designed to exacting standards right here in Ayrshire.
Please contact us to discuss your trailer requirements. We also stock, or can order in, a range of trailer parts and accessories including tyres, tubes, visibility flags, rear lights and reflectors, spare hitches and luggage straps.
Adult Tricycles
Many - but by no means all - of our adult tricycles are sold to customers who have a physical impairment such as cerebral palsy or the effects of a stroke for example. The stability offered by a three wheeler allows the rider to cycle in confidence with much less risk of mishap. We have access to the Mission Cycles range of trikes and can advise you on the most suitable machine for your needs. See our Special Needs Cycles page for more information. Please contact us to discuss your adult tricycle requirements.
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Mission Trilogy Adult Trike |
Mission Piggyback Trike Trailer |
Ideal for handicapped persons, those with special needs, balance problems or just don’t have the confidence to ride a conventional two wheeled cycle. |
For teenagers and young adults. Specially designed coupling enables the trailer to turn and manoeuvre on uneven ground while remaining upright. |
Our Service
Walkers Cycling take pride in the friendly, personal service we offer. The 'Walkers Cycling Price' of all new tandems, trailers and tricycles sold by us is inclusive of VAT, full assembly, an up to 21 point adjustment and safety check and a free 4-6 week service. All our manufacturers offer a full warranty on all their products.
Stock Availability and Ordering
We only have a few tandems and trailers in stock at any time. Adult trikes are available to order. To avoid disappointment please phone, fax or email to check availability before traveling. Models not in stock can usually be ordered for delivery in a few days - subject to availability from the manufacturer. We can take a deposit to reserve your new cycle - £30 or 25%, whichever is the greater - ride your new cycle away when the balance has been paid.
Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of prices and information shown in this page, Walkers Cycling will not be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by any errors or omissions. All bicycles are offered for sale at the prices displayed in the shop. The appearance and specification of the bicycles pictured and described on this page may vary. Please see our Bike Sales Terms and Conditions.
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