TUG-A-BUG Trail A Bike Gray Folding Trailer by Sun Review

I purchased one of these.The folding mechanism bent badly the first time I tried to fold it.It is very heavy.The attachment mechanism requires that you slip a washer in between the attachment forks and the sleeve for the bolt.It is very awkward and time consuming.The welds are rough.You should either buy the cheapest thing you can find - it can't be any worse than this , or spend more money and get one that is better designed and better built.

Click Here to see more reviews about: TUG-A-BUG Trail A Bike Gray Folding Trailer by Sun

Product Description:
If you are looking for a trail a bike to pull behind your bike , for your kids to ride then this is it. This has a 20 in wheel with a single speed freewheel . This is great so your your kid can either pedal or just coast. Has a orange flag for safety. Folds for easy storage or makes it easier to carry on your rack. This has a 85 lb weight limit.torage

Want to buy TUG-A-BUG Trail A Bike Gray Folding Trailer by Sun at other amazon sites? Click the corresponding icon below:

WeeRide Co-Pilot Bike Trailer Review

I agree with the other reviewers regarding the excellent build quality of this "trailer bike."I was very skeptical about the quality, given the unbelievable price (compare to Trek etc.), but decided to give it a shot anyway.

Setup was pretty easy.The only problem was that the seatpost wouldn't go all the way into the frame, which was a must in order for my 4.5 yr old to ride.I needed to jam a scrap metal pipe into the frame's seat tube a couple times in order to knock loose some chunks of metal flashing that were preventing the seatpost from going all the way in.Once that was done though, everything was great.As for attaching to the lead bike, there is a "hitch receiver" that bolts onto the seatpost of the lead bike.The lead bike needs 2 inches of exposed seatpost in order to attach the hitch receiver.The WeeRide attaches to the hitch receiver exactly as would an automobile trailer hitch, except that the WeeRide comes with a quick release bolt for easy attachment/detachment to/from the lead bike.The hinge for folding the WeeRide is also secured by a quick release bolt.Those two quick releases are all you need to mess with when you want to go for a ride.Very simple!

The bike is *almost* too big for my 4.5 yr old daughter to ride.She was freaked out at first because, even with the seat all the way down, she can't touch the ground with her feet.And the hinged coupling between the seatpost "hitch" and the WeeRide frame has a little play in it, so it felt a bit wobbly to my daughter at first.But once she got used to the idea that she's firmly attached to Dad's bike, and Dad's bike doesn't tip over :) , she started to enjoy herself.More about fit:the crankarms on the WeeRide are pretty long, so I expect my kids to be able to enjoy it for as long as we want to.It will take a *very* long time for the kids to physically outgrow this bike.

A few thoughts about safety.First of all, the WeeRide does not have any braking capability.The copilot's choices are to pedal or to freewheel.This is good, since it ensures that the copilot can't lock up the back wheel.It seems like that might potentially cause problems (think jackknifed 18-wheelers).Second, the "pilot," or lead bicyclist, needs to avoid bumps as much as possible, and if not possible, the pilot needs to warn the copilot, just as on a tandem bike.The copilot can *not* see straight ahead when riding!Third, the pilot must avoid any sudden movements if possible.Don't stop too hard, accelerate too suddenly, or turn too quickly!It's very easy for the copilot to space out and relax a bit too much, since they don't have to do any work!Warn in advance before turning etc. if possible.

All that said, my 4.5 yr old daughter LOVES being a copilot!This half-bike allows my wife, my 7 year old son, my daughter and I to all go on rides together and explore a lot more than we could when my daughter was riding her little 16" bike with training wheels.Much more enjoyable for all this way!

Click Here to see more reviews about: WeeRide Co-Pilot Bike Trailer

Product Description:
Train a child how to ride a bike without dealing with training wheels with the WeeRide Co-Pilot bike trailer. The Co-Pilot--which attaches quickly and easily to almost any bicycle with a seat post--is just like a regular bike, with handlebars, a seat, and pedals for your youngster.

The Co-Pilot's quick-release system detaches easily from your bike. However, you have control of the actual ride, including speed, balancing, braking, and steering, while your child tags along. It's a great way to teach basic biking skills and safety without giving up control before he or she is ready. Your son or daughter and pedal to help you along or just coast and enjoy the scenery.
The Co-Pilot is equipped with a true quick-release system for quick detachment from the adult bike, along with adjustable handlebars that accommodate children of different heights. In addition, the seat is more comfortable and better built than typical bike trailer seats, so your child will want to keep riding throughout the day. And once you arrive at your destination, the arms fold up easily for compact storage. Other features include an attractive black and silver color scheme, a safety flag and handlebar pad, and a 20-inch wheel size. The Co-Pilot--which holds up to 75 pounds--weighs 24 pounds by itself and is recommended for ages 4 to 9.

Want to buy WeeRide Co-Pilot Bike Trailer at other amazon sites? Click the corresponding icon below:

Schwinn Hitch Hiker Trailer Review

I was looking for a good deal on these bike trailers that will have a short life at our household. Our twin girls are about one summer away from learning to ride without training wheels, and we want to do a lot of biking with them.

I think I found just the right product, buying two of these Schwinn models. You won't confuse these with the high quality Schwinns of your Baby Boomer youth, but they are made well enough. I expect they'll last at least a few years with minimal maintenance.

Assembly can be figured out easily, which is good since the instructions are for entertainment purposes only :) but have on hand both metric and English allen wrenches. It took about 20-30 minutes to put together the first one, about 15 minutes to assemble the second one. The hardware is cheap, so be careful tightening bolts and screws, and make sure you have the proper alignment of the pieces before tightening. If you've put together furniture from IKEA, you know what I mean.

The connection to the adult bike seatpost is solid. A block of aluminum holds a sturdy pin that attaches to the trailer arm. I leave the connection on the adult bikes and remove the post to detach the trailer. Quick and easy. And pretty stable. All of these kinds of trailers will have a little wobble because the connections are joints, but this trailer does not have a lot of play in the design. When trying this out for the first time, I would recommend holding your bike straight up and asking your child to get on the trailer (helmet on? check!), then walk your bike very slowly so they can get the feel of the thing, which they will think is weird. Only when they feel comfortable moving along slowly should you (in my opinion) get on your bike and ride.

My one complaint is that the bike trailers arrived scratched. One had minor scratches on the trailer arm, but on the other, the arm is scratched up pretty bad. The box was banged up but taped, indicating that one trailer had been bought, used, returned, then sold to me as new. I chose to keep it and not make a big deal out of it because it's structurally ok and I want to get riding. But I wish Target had been straight about the condition of them. The scratched up one should have been sold as used or repackaged.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Schwinn Hitch Hiker Trailer

Product Description:
Take the little ones along on your next ride with the Schwinn Hitch Hiker bicycle trailer. It's designed with an easy-to-use coupler that lets you spend more time riding and less time getting ready, and it features an adjustable seat and handlebars, so it can grow with your child.

Want to buy Schwinn Hitch Hiker Trailer at other amazon sites? Click the corresponding icon below: