kids bicycle trailers

[zandeela]

I am thinking about getting into cycling for some exercise. Day care is 3 miles from my work and have the idea of riding the bike to pick her up then back to work for a total of 6miles with the possibility of longer depending on the route.   I am afraid of using a bicycle seat because of the fear that if Lo throws her self to the side, it will throw me off balance.   Have any of you ladies used a bicycle trailer for kids? if so which type and how did you like it?

[walkek85]

No advice, but I look forward to the answers. I started jogging (let's be real, this lady doesn't run faster than a 12min mile) with LO but would like to mix it up a bit by adding in cycling. I think it's a great idea that you have, and a great way to get in some exercise.

[lakecountrygal]

We have the instep take 2 bike trailer and love it! It can take just DS plus has room for some other things and we can easily use it when we are ready for 2.0 and 2.0 is old enough. Keep in mind it will add quite a bit of weight because the trailer will weigh 10-20 lbs and then the weight of your LO. It's quite the workout though.

[angelsnight]

We also have an instep two seater trailer. I got it from a garage sale, the netting cover is torn but otherwise it's in good shape and we love it. LO loves riding in it and I really don't notice the extra weight. I mean after a ride I can tell I was pulling more but as I am riding its not difficult to pull or as hard turning corners as I thought.

I originally wanted a seat on my bike for her, but even though I've never fallen off my bike as an adult, there is a first time for everything and she would have fallen too. I like that with the trailer, even if my bike falls, the trailer stays up right. Plus it folds flat for storage which I love.

[zandeela]

I found a used instep trailer and bicycle for a total of $70. I have been using it about 2-3 times a week when it is not blazing hot. She loves it and you can hardly feel she is back there until you get to a hill, then she feels like a ton of bricks! I really enjoy the ride and do look forward to it.