First item I ever ordered through Amazon (If there's a problem how do you take it back?)
Maybe 3.5 stars.We have used our new Tailwagon on mountain bike and paved bike trails daily for a week now.Our 6 month old pup jumped out at first (he was able to squeeze through the cover) so we bought one of those dual dog leads, a dog halter, and a D-ring.There are some loops to attach the dog lead inside the trailer.We attached the D-ring between the ring where you would normally attach a leash and the chest part of the pups halter.We adjusted the lead so he was able to move around the trailer a bit, turn around, sit, and lay down.He whined at first so we removed the outer cover which comes completely off, which helped a lot. The kick stand came off during the ride because the bottom clearance isn't adequately high enough for trail riding.The wheels are also not adequately large enough (for trail riding) either...my husband had to get off his bike and lift the trailer a few times.There are some trailers out there with a higher clearance which one might consider if you are biking on trails.The platform the dog sits (or stands) on has no cushion whatsoever.We haven't used the stroller part yet and might not ever but I got the Tailwagon just in case we would, plus I liked that it had a rain shield.After realizing that he hates it with the cover on, the rain shields don't matter anymore-for now anyway (however, the fact that you CAN completely remove it is a bonus).After a week of using it, for our purposes, I think I would buy the Rover or perhaps another brand instead.Overall though, it did the job and our pup was able to go with us rather than stay alone in a unfamiliar place while we were on vacation.I think it is also important to note that we have been satisfied Burley customers for many years.We used the heck out of a kid trailer (through 3 kids)...all said and done, there was no wear and tear and we were able to resell it for just a little less than what we originally paid.
We have two dogs 12 and 13 pounds and they love riding in their trailer. They can't keep up with our bikes but we like to take them when we go out riding. The DoggyRide trailers are great. There are three models, the "Original" is shown and our "Novel" model is pictured with Barnie and Rockey.There is also a smaller model. They are made in Holland and are very well made.They fold down for storing or packing into the car. Our Novel model holds dogs or loads up to 120 pounds. With our little guys, I hardly know it is there.Our Novel model trailer has a flip down parking stand (keeps it level when not attached to bike), rain flap, two storage pockets in the back, has two D rings inside for attaching restraints. It has a thick pad which fits into a rigid plastic tray with a reinforced frame, instead of the Original model's bottom made of MDF. The pad is easily removed for cleaning.Also it has a top zipper opening for a taller dog to stick their head through.If you have a dog large or small that for some reason could not keep up when you bike or you are uncomfortable with them running along side, but want them to be with you, DoggyRide may be the solution.It can double as a grocery hauler too if you like to ride your bike to the store.Depending on the model, with additional attachments DoggyRides can be converted to Doggy Strollers or Joggers.
My husband and I recently bought new bikes after not having them for many years. I then looked for the best way to take our dog along for the ride.At eighteen pounds she is a little too big for the baskets.Then we found the Doggyride Mini.It is perfect for her!Most importantly, it is easy to assemble, sturdy and so cute.It is smooth and so quiet you barely notice you are pulling anything at all.I did walk the bike and trailer up a couple of hills ,but that is more about me being back on a bike again after a lot of years and not the operation of the Mini.
We got this to use as both a bike carrier and a double stroller.Putting it together was SUPER EASY since it comes mostly assembled.It is bit tight for 2 kids though, a 4 year old and 2 year old. Because the seat is not firm they tend to slide together and then fight because they are pushed up against each other. It attaches easily to a bike but be warned there is alot of drag almost like pulling a parachute.I am guessing every carrier would have this issue though.As a stoller it is very easy to manuever and push. There is some storage behind the seat and that adds to its convenience.
