G.T. wrote:
> It will be going on my 'cross bike for on-road stuff or very smooth dirt
> roads with my gf's 2 year old riding in it.
>
> Any recommendations? Anything to look out for?
>
> Greg
>
We opted for the trailer instead of a seat. We had a seat for a short
period, but it threw the balance and handling of the bike off so much I
just didn't feel comfortable using it. That forward mounted one looks
better, but it will still raise the COG quite a bit.
We got a Trek Doodlebug trailer and it was OK, but had some fit and
design issues with the cover. But it generally worked, and enclosed my
son in a roll cage and 5 point harness, just in case. From what I hear
the newer models have worked the bugs out, and there are several other
brands to choose from too. When the kid gets too big it makes a great
grocery/utility hauler that can be attached or detached quickly. I even
put my geriatric dog in it a few times.
Now that he is bigger he rides a tag-a-long bike that clamps to the seat
tube. That thing is great! I even take him on mild off road adventures
and he's really into it. It also lets him contribute to pedaling, which
he likes to do. The one we got is also a Trek product and I have no
complaints. It even folds up to fit in the car easily if we want to take
it on a trip.
Good luck!
Matt
