Kids Bike Trailers: Buying Guide

[@hadid1092]

This is how you make a buying guide. It's perfect in every way.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Well thanks for the shout out!!

[@Daniel_Borisov]

Absolutely brilliant video! Jam-packed with useful information, excellently filmed and edited. Also, to the point - 5:30 minutes and nothing is unneeded. Thank you very much.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mcansevinc]

Wow! Thank you for the amazing guide. Nothing is unnecessary and everything is clear. Couldn’t get out of the video without a thank you!

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Thanks for taking the time to give us such great feedback! We appreciate your support!

[@MalamSeram]

Thank you. Your video is easy to understand. Can I pair those Trailers with any bicycle or your have a specific brand and type?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

They will mostly work with any bike, but there could be some exceptions. You have to be able to attach a small hitch receiver to the rear axle of your bike.

[@MalamSeram]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes thank you

[@SundayVibesmusic]

I’m looking for professional help. Will a Retrospec Rover Kids Bicycle Trailer (Double Passenger) work with my DYU V8 750W Electric Fat Tire Bike for Urban Commuting?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Whether or not it can connect to your bike will depend on your bike’s rear axle. However, the Retrospec bike trailer has small 16 inch foam wheels, which really should not go over 10 mph. You will easily exceed that on an ebike.

[@SundayVibesmusic]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes thanks so much for this! I think I went with a ClevrPlus Deluxe 3 in 1

[@sithconsole]

Thanks! Helped me choose amongst all the choices out there

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Glad to help!

[@killianeastman1233]

Wow literally best video ever! Thanks for all the info

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Glad it helped! Happy riding!

[@gerardopujado1868]

you know what the best of this video is? all those happy kids! you guys did great! thanks for a really useful video! I have just one question -would you recommend any of these trailers for being carried by bikes with 16 to 20" wheels? would that work? would it be safe? thanks!

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Well glad you liked it! And most bikes with 16 or 20 inch wheels are kids bikes… what bike are you trying to pull it with?

[@gerardopujado1868]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes Himo z16 and Himo z20. Those are electric ones. I believe regular baby seats won't work with them and that's why I got even more interested in baby trailers.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

One thing to consider is speed. There is no trailer safety rated for faster than 15 mph.

[@Ste.Manfredini]

Hi, any recommendation for trailers with fixing on the seat post? something like the Tout Terrain Single Trailer, but with a lower budget.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

The Tout Terrian is the only trailer like that that we know of. Have you considered a Mac Ride seat instead? www.twowheelingtots.com/mac-ride-child-bike-seat-review/

[@romainlorek3293]

your bike trailer videos are super helpful to me! thank you so much

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

You are so welcome!

[@elisa7357]

my son is going to be 8 months soon, and would be nice to take him out in a bike trailer with baby insert, but what you said in the end, does that mean you can't pull him behind the bike untill he's well over 1 year old? ( he can't sit up by himsself yet) but can support his neck well enough.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Hi Elisa! A child can ride in a bike trailer that is in STROLLER mode as early as 4 weeks, as long as it has a baby insert. It is recommended that you wait until a child is 12 months to pull them in trailer mode. Faster speeds, stops, and bumps associated with biking can be dangerous for an infant's neck and brain.

[@elisa7357]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes thank you 😁

[@devoraebriani-efune4930]

this is the video I've been looking for! thank you!! Which one would you recommend...I have two kids, want one that's easy to fold and can also be used as a stroller. Will be riding it in the neighborhood and on smooth dirt trails.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Hey Devora! Totally depends on your budget, but this article should help: www.twowheelingtots.com/best-bike-trailer-for-kids/

[@MegaKg9]

Thank you for the video very helpful 😀

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Glad it was helpful! Happy riding!

[@thatrandomdogperson323]

I have been trying to look for a good low-price trailer and I found one its called the Schwinn Shuttle foldable bike trailer and it's JUST a bike trailer with only two wheels I saw it a lot in your video it cost $99 USD at Walmart o you think its good?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

That trailer is very similar to the Instep bike trailer. It's very basic and features smaller 16 inch tires on plastic rims. These rim are prone to warping, and the overall quality of the trailer will be low. If you are on a budget, we recommend you take a look at Allen bike trailers, which are quite a step above and Instep or Schwinn Shuttle. www.twowheelingtots.com/allen-sports-bike-trailer-review/

[@alejandrasantiago4230]

Can you do a review or know about the aosom trailer/ stroller , I’ve been looking into getting one of those but I haven’t seen a review on KZbin

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Those trailers don’t have any ventilation on the seat back, and no helmet recess pocket for your child’s helmet. The buckle system in their pictures is pretty rudimentary. I would go for the Burley Bee if you’re on a budget.

[@skydumont4859]

Very helpful video thank you for making this 😊

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

My pleasure 😊

[@catherinebedoya7831]

I plan to buy a bike trailer for my super skinny 5 year old and 1 year old to ride around the neighborhood. I think my best option would be the budget friendly ones but I’m worried they will not fit comfortably. What do you think?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Hey Catherine! Different trailers are different sizes. Make sure to check our website www.twowheelingtots.com for individual reviews which show two kids in each trailer and you can compare different trailers.

[@cwr8618]

Amazing. With the exception of seeing this engineering marvel in action!!! Cmon, we need to see mom jog so we can see how the stroller behaves. We also need to see the ride behind a bike ... maybe a trail or something? 😊

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

We have full video reviews of many trailers if you’re interested in seeing more action footage.

[@cwr8618]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes I'm so sorry. I thought I was commenting on the Thule video and put my comment in the wrong section. I think your video was on autoplay after I had just watched the Thule Chariot video from Thule. So sorry! I will totally watch your videos. We're shopping for a good mid-priced option over the next couple weeks and hope to have something purchased by July. Here's a like!

[@brianho5694]

Is that whistler's BMX Bike Park where you guys are towing the trailer?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

It’s the Whistler upper jump line and pumptrack area by the skatepark.

[@lolcat9744]

We use our Burley all year round, I love picking up the kids with the bike instead of driving, they are growing and was wondering what you would recommend for bigger kids? Thanks!

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Wike bike trailers are bigger, or you could go with something less traditional like the Weehoo trailer that comes in single or double capacity: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap7YkIuwhsxnjMk For a longer term solution, you could try a cargo e-bike like RadPower which can be found here: www.twowheelingtots.com/best-womens-bikes/

[@dimitrinaspasova1594]

What if you have two kids that differ significantly in weight? One is 11 kg, the other 23. Does it affect the riding experience, seing how the weight is unevenly distributed on both sides? What if you only ride with one of the kids on one side? I am aiming for Burley D'lite or Thule, I wonder if they are equipped for that kind of situation. I hope my question makes sence. I need something vesrsatile that will allow me to ride long journeys and if the bigger one gets tired, she can join her baby bro inside the trailer for a while.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

This is a great question! You should always have the heavier child (or only child if there is only one child in a double trailer) on the side opposite the tow arm.

[@rudyrivera2964]

I'm buying a hybrid bike for our local trails that are paved. I was looking at purchasing the Schwinn joyrider. We currently have a 2 year old and one on the way. I figured I would purchase the trailer for 2 so in a year or so I don't have to purchase another trailer. Have you tried the joyrider at all?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

We have not tried the Joyrider, but have been underwhelmed by Schwinn trailers. If you're on a budget, perhaps the Burley Bee?

[@rudyrivera2964]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes I'll have to check my local bike shop and see if they carry schwinn to compare the two. The schwinn is $500 but could be used as a stroller as well.

[@DazzaJay]

Great video, it helped a lot, but please, invest in a pop filter for your microphone. Watching this video through my Chromecast on my home cinema system causes the subwoofer to go BANG each time you speak a "P" sound.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@theadambragg]

Awesome review

[@claudiacouto1219]

Very nice video! Any reason for not mention Thule models when you compare all brands?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Hi Claudia - we have video review of every Thule trailer. Which one are you interested in?

[@alexandregomescaetano1405]

That's a great video! Can you please help me with one thing? I have now just one kid but we might have another one in the future. So I would think to buy the Thule Coaster CT (for double) even though we have just one child for now. Do you think is too junky and awkward to ride with just one kid at side? Is it also dangerous? (because of unbalence)

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

It's completely safe to ride with one child in a double trailer as long as they are sitting on the side opposite of the tow arm. A single trailer is ideal if you only have one child, but a double is how most families go because of budget constraints. You could go with the Burley Minnow single trailer now and sell it later if you decide to have another child?

[@alexandregomescaetano1405]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes many Thanks for your reply!! I decide to go for a single trailer after your reply and after to see another video by you. (I've found an used Thule Chariot Cheetah 1 for a very very good price in a great condition). So we will keep with this and in case when the second come we change for a double. Thank you very much for your content and videos. They were really important to find out the best option to me. Cheers.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Awesome! So glad you could find such a great single trailer affordably! You won't regret it!!

[@lemku3318]

@@alexandregomescaetano1405 how is the thule cheetah 1? I saw one too for a good price n only one in used trailers in my area...(350eur is good no?) But i wondered how well it handles a bumpy road? Thinking of taking a few day trip n not all roads may be ideal, sometime smooth road, sometime pebble stones/the natural country roads....would it handle it? If it goes well i d take a week long trip n then across europe if it s still good enough... Is the storage enough for a month long camping trip?

[@alexandregomescaetano1405]

@@lemku3318 Hello! I enjoy a lot the Cheetah 1, it really balanced and my child enjoy be there, its confortable for her and works great specially when we go for a long bike ride of 50km+ For the bump I think it can handle quite well due to the shock absorbers. I use it for running as well to take my kid to daycare, in the way there are some bumpy stone/bricks sidewalk and she do not complain. Now, storage is not really good, the small bag (more like a pocket) in the back of the trailler cannot hold too much things, and if you try to pack as max as you can it will cause sort of disconfort and disturb the kid iside. 350 eur is not bad, especially if the trailer is in really good shape. I paid 250 on mine, that's why I ran like crazy to buy it, it was a really good bargain.

[@pinkerton1698]

Which one has the most leg room?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

All of the nicer trailers have pretty similar leg room. If you want a lot of leg room, stick with Burley, Thule, or Hamax. But also remember that the max weight of any single passenger is only 40 or 49 pounds (depending on the brand).

[@lizardjoe4224]

I always wanted to ride these as a kid never got too tho

[@tjwelder4112]

Can these trailers be safely used on ebikes

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

If you can safely mount it to the rear axle and you don’t exceed the max speed reco, which is usually 15 mph

[@mariuszklimczak2229]

Super that's all my answers Thank You

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Hooray! Glad we can help!

[@victoraj3114]

Can a 6 year old fit in any of the trailers??

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Depends on their height. Most trailers will be a pretty snug fit for the average 6-year-old (height wise). Higher-end trailers (Thule, Burley, Hamax) however, tend to have more head room than lower-end trailers (InStep, Schwinn and Allen).

[@lifewithjoseph8586]

Can it fit a lawn mower in one

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Depends how big the lawn mower is.

[@macbook802]

Awesome video

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy riding with your trailer!

[@macbook802]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes not yet. Baby is due any day now and then there's still probably a year after that

[@victorpaul4585]

Very informative! Thank you

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

So glad we could be helpful!

[@GamerDadschannel]

Weight nd age limit ?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Height and weight limits vary by brand, but generally it's 40 - 48 pounds per child.

[@Brownbunny9]

How about the co Pilot model T?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

I tested that trailer and it is far too expensive for what you get. The buckles are rudimentary and it’s very cramped inside. Go with a Burley.

[@ademarfrancolimaclaure8989]

Es un modelo muy hermoso pero me gustaría para llevar a personas mayores y no solo para niños

[@fernanditoo1]

el problema que yo veo con llevar personas, seria el peso que cargarias...

[@JamiSwan]

super helpful thank you!!

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

So glad we could help!

[@josiahgunter6085]

I'm buying a tralier because i have no car and i half to haul water cases

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Trailers are also good for that! You should look into a cargo trailer though.

[@jerovybecerra4476]

Como puedo conseguír carrito de paseo para mi bebe me interesa

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Se venden en las tiendas de bicicleta

[@lemku3318]

A good video but does anyone have a experience with thulet chariot cheetah 1? Is it good enough for a week or even month long camping trip(some parts would go by train) that may have different roads(smooth like a highway or bumpy like a nature trail)? My kiddo 2y old n it would be 2 of us

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

It's an older version of the Cheetah XT. I'm not sure of the exact differences, but they both don't have suspension, which would be nice if you're going offroading.

[@lemku3318]

@@Twowheelingtotsbikes wow ok. Someone said it did. Then which ones do?

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

The only Thule trailer with suspension is the Cross. If you’re looking for a more economical option, check out the Burley Encore X. We have a video !

[@noahmelinda4859]

Que legal pena que no Brasil nada tem 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭🇧🇷

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Sorry!

[@claudiacouto1219]

Tem sim... só ter $$$

[@mavallarino]

A purpose cargo trailer would be better

[@jeremybenson5782]

K, guys. If some company could allow me to hook a small ATV trailer, or John Deer poly trailer, to a bike, you would have my business.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Haha, good luck!

[@100musicplaylists3]

The current designs for child carriers are simply not safe. The rear tow trailers are very vulnerable to being hit from behind and offer zero protection to kids. At the very least impact absorbing materials and roll cages should be compulsory for child carrying trailers.

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

When used correctly, bike trailers that meet ASTM safety standards are very safe. Burley is a great example of a trailer company that takes safety very seriously. Oddly, there is no required safety standard for bike trailers, but Burley was instrumental in creating an ASTM standard that is voluntary. All good trailer brands will meet or exceed the standards. Take a look at this article by Burley to see how seriously these companies are taking safety. burley.com/pages/the-burley-standard

[@vincentivey9703]

So the obvious choice is burley? Lol

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Depends on your budget!

[@atg4469]

Very useful thank you!!

[@AP-re8qr]

Very informative, thank you!

[@Twowheelingtotsbikes]

Glad it was helpful!