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The InStep Journey bicycle trailer fits two children up to 50 lbs each and is a great way to get the kids out for a ride while you get some exercise. The lightweight frame is easilly folded and the quick release wheels come off in an instand for easy storage. The trailer comes with a 2 in 1 canopy with a bug screen and a weather shield. The versatile coupler attachment fits most bicycles.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
We bought this trailer on clearance at Target last year and used it every now and then for our 25 pound toddler when visiting parks or other places within 3 miles of our home. We live near downtown Orlando and have bike lanes available on many city streets.
The frame and wheels are solid. The trailer seems very stable when turning tight corners and I've never been concerned about it tipping over. We purchased an extra coupler attachment so that we can easily switch it back and forth from my bike to my husband's bike. It's quick and easy to hook up to the coupler on the rear axle of our bikes.
About a month ago, we sold one of our cars and I now use this trailer about 4 days a week to deliver my son to daycare. Under frequent use, it has not held up. I think we're probably now in the market for a Burley or something made a little better. Small issues include (1) one of the front snaps ripping out so that we have to depend on the shoddy velcro to hold the front flap down on that side (I've started using a safety pin this week to keep the flap from flying open and exposing my kid), and (2) the bottom of the safety flag pocket is ripping out so that the flag is in danger of slipping down and dragging on the street (I think I can probably hand-stitch this).
The biggest problem, however, is that the bottom of the trailer where my son's behind sits (remember, he's only 30 pounds but this trailer claims to hold two kids totaling up to 100 pounds) sags lower to the concrete underneath him each day we use it. There is no solid bottom to this trailer and the nylon material doesn't seem to be sewn tight enough (or maybe it's stretching somehow). I've not compared this to other trailers yet, but it seems like a design flaw to me. There are strong nylon straps that bind the frame on the bottom of the seat, but the kid's butt goes right in between them and droops to only about 2 inches off the ground. Just riding down the slight slope of our driveway into the street makes me worry that he's going to scrape his behind during the transition dip. I can't think of any way to rig this up so that this problem stops, so I think we're probably going to have to retire this trailer.
I'd say that if you only need to use this every now and again for only one light weight kid you'll probably be pleased with it. But this is not an every day or frequent-use commuter quality bike trailer.
The frame and wheels are solid. The trailer seems very stable when turning tight corners and I've never been concerned about it tipping over. We purchased an extra coupler attachment so that we can easily switch it back and forth from my bike to my husband's bike. It's quick and easy to hook up to the coupler on the rear axle of our bikes.
About a month ago, we sold one of our cars and I now use this trailer about 4 days a week to deliver my son to daycare. Under frequent use, it has not held up. I think we're probably now in the market for a Burley or something made a little better. Small issues include (1) one of the front snaps ripping out so that we have to depend on the shoddy velcro to hold the front flap down on that side (I've started using a safety pin this week to keep the flap from flying open and exposing my kid), and (2) the bottom of the safety flag pocket is ripping out so that the flag is in danger of slipping down and dragging on the street (I think I can probably hand-stitch this).
The biggest problem, however, is that the bottom of the trailer where my son's behind sits (remember, he's only 30 pounds but this trailer claims to hold two kids totaling up to 100 pounds) sags lower to the concrete underneath him each day we use it. There is no solid bottom to this trailer and the nylon material doesn't seem to be sewn tight enough (or maybe it's stretching somehow). I've not compared this to other trailers yet, but it seems like a design flaw to me. There are strong nylon straps that bind the frame on the bottom of the seat, but the kid's butt goes right in between them and droops to only about 2 inches off the ground. Just riding down the slight slope of our driveway into the street makes me worry that he's going to scrape his behind during the transition dip. I can't think of any way to rig this up so that this problem stops, so I think we're probably going to have to retire this trailer.
I'd say that if you only need to use this every now and again for only one light weight kid you'll probably be pleased with it. But this is not an every day or frequent-use commuter quality bike trailer.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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This thing folds down for storage in less than a minute and assembles just as fast. It has a 100 lbs weight limit which is twice the limit of some cargo bike trailers which means I can use this for carrying kids, groceries backpacks, luggage, or anything I can fit into it. The reason why it is cheaper than the other Instep trailers is because most other trailers convert into a baby stroller, like the Instep Sierra which is 50% more on the price tag for the same color and capacity. Overall I recommend this buy for first-time bike trailer purchases.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I was SO excited to receive this and couldn't wait to get it assembled and give it a whirl. When assembling, I began to become less and less excited. I was disappointed to find that one of the snaps was bent and will not function (this snap helps hold the top cover down, in addition to the velcro). No biggie... hopefully the velco will hold up. Then, I notice the back reflector is broken. Again... no biggie - I can live with a broken reflector. I finally get to assemble the wheels and find that both the tires are flat and non-functioning. I thought... "all is not lost, I'll just 'air them up'". Well, after spending a half hour trying my hardest to air up the tires... I finally gave up. I don't know if the tubes are busted or if these are just poor quality. I've already assembled the product, have not been able to use yet, and believe it is much too much trouble to have to return. Does anyone have any similar issues and could offer a resolution other than returning? So far, even as excited as I am, I want this to work and feel as though this is of horrible quality.
My advise:
1) don't tear the box open in your excitement to get it out and assembled, it makes shipping/returning back a hassle
2) check the wheels/tires out prior to assembling the whole contraption. This would make it easier to return should as well because everything is still in the box!
My advise:
1) don't tear the box open in your excitement to get it out and assembled, it makes shipping/returning back a hassle
2) check the wheels/tires out prior to assembling the whole contraption. This would make it easier to return should as well because everything is still in the box!
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This is all you need for a bike ride for the kids....Longer rides may be tricky with cranky kids : )
Published 2 months ago by Jake
Love it!!!
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Published 2 months ago by M Hoch
Holds both kids
I got this for my wife for Christmas along with a new Schwinn bicycle. The trailer works great at carrying my 5 yo and 10month old (their combined weight is maybe 60lbs.). Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. G. Holt
Love it!
Now we can take our son bike riding and have no worries or issues. Great product, made very well! I would definitely recommend this product to people with small children!
Published 10 months ago by Hemigirltx
Great bike trailer
Good quality - easy to set up and install - and works great! We love it and so does our daughter!!!
Published 16 months ago by Christine McCully
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