How easy is it for one adult to use the carrier alone? Is it possible to safely get your kid secured and then get on the bike without help?
846618
You can use the carrier even if you are alone however, you should take into account that most bicycles have a kikstand that is intended just for the bike, that is to say, we never leave our little girl on her seat by herself. Once the child is on board, you can manage to get into the elevator, open doors, etc., without leave the bike. My son does that pretty well without help, I can imagine this could be a little more difficult for a woman, but with everyday practice anyone can do it.
846619
Also our bike has no kickstand. I don't think s kickstand would work well anyways to support all that weight. We lean the bike against the garage door frame.
846620
As long as the bike has a kickstand or something stable keep it upright, you can operate it alone
846621
Yes it's possible, my wife and I both can do it. It's not super easy for my wife, and requires a place to lean the bike against. It will also depend on the size of your child.
846622
Yes. However It's a little difficult as with all of the weight in the rear, it makes the bike want to tip. My bike has a sidestand which makes it possible. It's a little tricky but I do it all the time. It is easier with 2 people.
1131843
I use this behind my mountain bike. Yes you can use straps from the two together. I did that the first time however since then I just sit my child on one side. I am happy with the product so far. The only other comments I have are to consider carriers with shocks and also have something to spray to kill any tiny critters that may find a home while stored in the garage. Last ride something bit my child on the back of the legs even with pants on.
958734
I just took it on a 6 hour trip (with 1 bike), but I see no reason you couldn't. It feels secure. Just make sure to use all the straps to keep the tires from turning and just to make it more solid a ride.
335512
It's very easy to unpack, bike comes fully assembled (just have to put the mirrors on). My daughter unpacked hers solo with no problems.
2098990
It is extremely secure. I just took a 12 hour trip with 4 bikes and it didn't even budge. This is a great product. Easy access to the rear hatch as well. Hope this helps.
1023894
The top section come off very easily. The two lower sections are a bit more complicated. Unsecuring them from the carrier involves unlatching three buckles, which are not conveniently located. It's not all that hard, but putting it back on the bike more time consuming. You could maybe use the whole thing unsecured, but I would be hesitant. The top part can hold quite a lot. If you were commuting to (let's say) work, most everything you need could be kept in the top section, and very quickly detached and carried in.
1159568
I honestly don't know. We've only used the bike in connected/towing mode. My son hasn't learned to ride the boy's bike on his own yet.
751759
I do not think it would be safe for one person to do this installation. It is not all that heavy but long and awkward for one person to do it alone. My wife and I had no trouble with it. Actually I only needed her help for about 10 minutes. After that I soloed.
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I have traveled with the carseat and alone with a 2-3 yr old, both internationally and domestically. Now, I'm a pretty strong woman, but it's not very joyful carrying this over your back along with carry on bag, stroller, kid, backpack, and or whatever you choose to bring with you. It does not come with the back straps, they have to be purchased separately (I purchased on amazon) and they have about a 6 inch long padding strip (which is very minimally padded). My daughter is 3 now and I have no plans to travel anytime soon, but if I do I'll be checking in the seat, not bringing it on the plane. Now, the seat itself is incredible, it's fits on any airline seat, its comfortable, safe, amazing quality. Although I can't really give a great experience traveling with this seat, I do have to say it is and was a lot easier than when I used to have to travel with a regular carseat. It is also alot easier if you are traveling with an adult companion (I've always traveled alone with toddler with this seat), and can find a way to add a little extra padding to the strap, then you will be golden! Hope this helps!
1547894
I don't think that this trailer would be comfortable at all for your child. I would look into a weehoo recumbent attachment for your bicycle instead. I think kids would find this much more fun and it would be safer as well.
31529
I ride with my wife on the back (I'm 6'1", 210lbs & she's 5'6", 135lbs) & they aren't in her way while riding. They do make it a little more difficult for her to get on, but not that bad. With her feet on the pegs, her legs are close to the bags, but they don't touch them. I ran the velcro strap under the seat instead of over and as far back as I could get it - a little more difficult, but it works. I don't think kids would have any problem.
1692689
Putting baby in the ergo can be used without assistance pretty easily, with practice, but I recommend watching the video demonstration from the Ergo website, or YouTube. I found the demo very helpful to mitigate some of the complaints I read from other reviews, like getting the straps loose. The latch that ends up in the middle of your back can be a little tricky until you are more confident about the baby being in the carrier before it's all tightened and secure.
2070018
You attach a hitch to the rear wheel hub (that stays on the bike permanently, though you could remove it easily enough if you wanted to). The trailer connects to this and is secured with a pin that is itself secured with a spring clip. There is a backup strap also. It is pretty easy on and off, though it isn't the best as a hand cart because the handle is designed to attach low on the bike, and if you hold it at comfortable hand height the trailer will be far from horizontal. The low connection to the bike is very good when you are using it as a trailer - this is nice and stable.
1909883
In my experience, the bikes do not sway much. I secure the wheels of all 3 bikes together with a thin piece of rope and that keeps the one closest to the car from rubbing. This carrier is very easy to use.
463187
Very easy. My kids are close to and over 6 ft. The one wheel and the high bar is great for all sizes. I especially love the canopy that goes in different openings and the back totally lays down your child. I also bought the treaty and the thermal cup holders with s center one perfect for my keys and phone. My drink and my grandsons drink.
1130986
Not difficult at all. I have used it on my adult bike and also my sons, goes on as it should without any hassle and comes off easily too, no struggle.
297936
Some children's bikes are a bit more difficult, but you can. You might have to use the strap to go through the fork instead of around the handle bars, but we had our two 7 year olds' bikes on it no problem. I recommend buying an extra strap though they sometimes break from the positioning of the bikes.