Using the Tout Terrain Bike Configurator

Overview

Tout Terrain offers a wide variety of touring, commuting, bike packing, and ebikes to fit just about any need.  Unlike most companies, which offer a single model with a fixed build kit or maybe 2-3 models/build kits at different price points with colors and component spec tied to the given model, Tout Terrain offers a flexible bike configuration program that falls somewhere between the standard stock models approach and full custom bike builds.

The approach is similar to configuring a car on a manufacturer's website.  You cannot pick every single component on the bike, but they offer options that cover the just about everything we get questions about:

• Frame type (various wheel sizes, some step through options, various intended uses)
• Frame color (4 colors included, 6 at small upcharge, you choose for a larger upcharge)
• Frame size (3-4 options depending on model)
• Drivetrain type (derailleur, various internal gear hubs, various gearboxes)
• Contact points (saddles, grips, handlebars, pedals, stem length)
• Sprocket sizes/gear ratios
• Brake setup (left front vs right front)
• Steerer tube length/number of spacers
• Shifter options (twist vs thumb shifters)
• Brakes, headset, bottom bracket upgrades
• Steering lock option
• Dynamo hubs
• Lights
• USB chargers
• Pitlock security skewers
• Racks
• Tires
• Fenders
• Bell
• Locks
• Reflective frame decals

Getting Started

Bikes are configured through Tout Terrain's online configuration tool.  When you first visit the configurator, you will be greeted by this screen:

Tout Terrain Metropolitan Commuter Bike with Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and Cinq Trigger Shifters

This decked out Tout Terrain Metropolitan was built for a customer in Sacramento, CA as his daily commuter. He had ordered the frame with a few customizations and picked out most of the parts he wanted to use, then came to us for the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive belt system as well as to fill in a few missing parts for the build kit. He is a heavier rider who wanted a bike that would be reliable under the strain of daily commuting, and this Tout Terrain frame is a perfect fit, having been designed with durability in mind as well as being Rohloff and belt ready and having many commuter-specific features built in.

Tout Terrain Amber Road Commuter with Rohloff SPEEDHUB and Schmidt Dynamo Hub

A local Bay Area business owner came to us wanting a new commuter - a bike he could depend on day-in and day-out to get him where needed to go. This was his first new bike purchase in over 20 years, so we started by introducing him to all the options that are now available for making an everyday bike easy for a rider to just get on and go.  He wanted his new bike to be low maintenance, user friendly, rain ready, and easy to ride up the hill he lives on. He was excited about the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub because it could give him a range of gears capable of getting him home comfortably and still pedal a comfortable cadence on flats.  He also liked the simplicity of the Gates' Carbon Drive belt system and was interested in getting a generator hub to light up his ride home after work. With the basics in place, all we needed was the right frame for the job, and the Tout Terrain Amber Road was the perfect fit.

Cycle Monkey Introduces Tout Terrain Touring, Commuting, Urban and E-Bikes; Trailers

Tout Terrain Silk Road Xplore on tour at the Golden Gate Bridge

Cycle Monkey is pleased to announce the addition of Tout Terrain bikes, trailers, and accessories to our lineup. Germany-based Tout Terrain designs and builds high-end city and expedition touring bikes, suspended trailers for children and cargo, and the Cinq components line.

Tout Terrain designs bikes for a cycling lifestyle for both daily transportation and extended tours. Each model is designed to be comfortable and durable, and Tout Terrain's innovative design features make the bikes stand out. Internal gearing from Rohloff, Pinion, and Shimano combined with Gates Carbon Drive belts create user-friendly, low-maintenance bikes.

Purpose Built. Each bike is designed from frame to fenders across four categories with the desired use in mind. Tout Terrain looks at the complete bicycle as a package, adapting the design elements to better fit each potential application.

Reliability. Low maintenance of internally geared drivetrains. Engineered and real-world tested for durability.

Innovation. From patented tensioning solutions for setting belt and chain tension, to integrated rear racks, ergonomic steering stops, integrated dynamo wiring, and built-in kickstand mount, each bike offers features to make your riding more enjoyable.

Customizable Bike Packages

Tout Terrain offers highly configurable bike packages that give customers the flexibility to get a bike that best suits their needs and to make commuting or touring a reality.

Options include:

• Choice of up to 4 frame sizes
• Choice of 10 stock powder coat colors, with custom RAL colors available for additional cost
• Choice of drivetrain: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14; Pinion P1.18, P1.12, P1.9XR, P1.9CR; Shimano Alfine 8, Alfine 11
• Choice of Gates Carbon Drive belt or chain
• Drop bars or flat bars
• 2 build kit levels
• Dynamo hub, lights, and USB charging options
• Bags, fenders, kickstands, locks, locking skewers, and various component upgrade options.

Mule - The Expedition-Ready Trailer from Tout Terrain

Introducing the expedition worthy Mule trailer from Tout Terrain

Headed to the backcountry or on a long distance tour: hire a Mule.

Tout Terrain designs purpose-built bikes and trailers for a cycle-centric life. The Mule, a suspended single-wheeled luggage trailer, is a unique product for off-road and on-road cycling and ideal for bicycle touring.

Now through the end of 2015, get free shipping within mainland US on Tout Terrain trailer orders.
http://cyclemonkey.bigcartel.com/product/tout-terrain-mule-cargo-trailer

Tout Terrain Mule trailer hitched to 29er MTB

Singetrailer and Streamliner - Trail Worthy Child Trailers from Tout Terrain

On the go: Family ride with the Tout Terrain Streamliner trail-a-bike and Tout Terrain Singletrailer

For cycling families, Tout Terrain offers the most trail- and street-worthy bike trailers, complete with a 5-point harness system and suspension that enhances the fun, comfort, and safety for your child.

The Tout Terrain trailer product portfolio is divided into three categories URBAN, OFFROAD and TOUR to meet your needs.

Now through the end of 2015, get free shipping within mainland US on Tout Terrain trailer orders.
http://cyclemonkey.bigcartel.com/product/tout-terrain-single-child-trailers-singletrailer-streamliner-streamliner