Road Runner

Name: Road Runner
Brand: Metalbird USA
SKU: US-LAR-ROAD
Price: 74.99 USD
Availability: InStock
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Beep beep! The real-life Road Runner is here to steal the spotlight — and maybe a rattlesnake.

Known for its wild hairdo, bold attitude, and surprising speed, the Road Runner is a desert legend. It may not actually outrun a coyote (sorry, cartoon fans), but this curious bird still clocks up to 20mph and happily strolls right up to humans for a closer look.

In the wild, they’re smart, confident, and just a little bit punk. In your yard? They’re instant conversation starters.

We’ve captured that wild, mid-stride energy in a silhouette that’s built to last. Perch this beauty somewhere it can sprint into the sunset.

✓ Full stride swagger. 13" high x 14" wide (excluding branch), approx. 16oz
✓ Gift-ready design. Ships in a large 16" x 13" x ¼" flat box that fits in a mailer
✓ Speedy dispatch. Orders placed before 2pm on weekdays ship same-day
✓ Made in the USA. Locally crafted in a family-owned workshop
✓ Weather-tough steel. Made from USA 1/8" Corten® steel that develops a stable, rust-like patina
✓ Easy to install. Designed for flat, horizontal surfaces like fences and railings

Install with the confidence of a bird that eats snakes.

This bird is built for action. Give it a spot to run wild.

1. Choose a flat, horizontal surface like a fence post, deck rail, or planter box
2. Hold your Road Runner with the stake pointing down at an angle
3. Tap the thickest part of the stake using a hammer or mallet
4. Check it’s stable, then let it stretch those legs in the sun

Top tip: Looks best when facing into the wind, like it’s about to take off again.

Does it make that classic beep-beep sound?
No, but you’ll swear you can hear it once you see it in place.

Where should I install it?
Anywhere flat and horizontal works — think railings, fence posts, mailbox tops, or wooden ledges.

Will it rust or stain surfaces?
It won’t! The Corten® steel forms a protective patina that prevents corrosion and gives it a weathered, bronze-like finish.

Is it based on the cartoon version?
Not quite. Ours is modeled after the real Greater Roadrunner — native to the Southwest and way tougher than you’d think.

What makes this a great gift?
It’s fun, unexpected, and packs a ton of personality. Great for bird lovers, desert dwellers, and nostalgic Looney Tunes fans alike.

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Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.

When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.

That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.

This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.

The Patina Process:

At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.

The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.