Swashbucklers Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 Looking to hook up with something to put my 15 month old in and start riding around town. Debating between which to go with, a trailer or the seat that hooks on to the back of my bike. Not looking to spend a whole bunch of money (because of the duration of use) but would really like for my boy to be safe. Any thoughts on the topic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 I had them both but liked the cart a little more. We used to ride long rides so the cart was good for the kids and a cooler. But if you are just buzzing around the local area the seat might be easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonkis Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 I had the attached seat. My BIL uses a trailer. The seat allowed me to go off-path a bit (which my boy loved) and talk to him easier while riding. We used to ride through huge puddles and explore the undeveloped lots in the neighborhood. I don't think I would do that with a trailer. The people in the neighborhood who use a trailer will sometimes have two kids in it, but I loved the seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmanzzzz Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 trailers are the most efficient. bike seats tend to be top heavy and difficult to manuver. i have a friend who is working on a design where the child is in front facing you with his back to the road. that way you can comfort the kid if needed. babies can get scared and lonely in a trailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 we have a trailer, twins will make u do things ...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted July 31, 2007 Share Posted July 31, 2007 I've owned/own both. I personally like the seat better. It's better for storage (I hang my bikes from the garage ceiling and still hang fine with the seat attached). It's easier to talk to your child. You can go on smaller paths. You dont have to hook it up everytime you want to use it. Less expensive. Overall they are safer in the trailer, but any experienced rider should be able to handle the additional weight w/o much difficulty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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