InStep Quick N EZ Bicycle Trailer

by InStep

Product Features

• Comfortable 2-child bike trailer that converts into a stroller tool-free
• 16-inch rustproof mag wheels provide a smooth ride on most terrain
• Durable powder-coated steel frame; universal coupler attaches to most bikes
• Zip-up weather canopy serves as bug screen or wind/rain shield
• Includes pair of 5-point harnesses and rear storage area; weighs 28 pounds

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The InStep Quick N EZ Bicycle Trailer is a perfect choice if you want an affordable and comfortable bike trailer that easily converts into a stroller without tools. Sturdy, light, and safe, the Quick N EZ Trailer has a steel frame that folds easily for storage. The 16-inch mag wheels provide a smooth ride, are rustproof, and have a quick-release design for additional storage ease and transport convenience. This inexpensive and highly functional bike trailer-jogging stroller combo is equipped with everything you need to securely transport your children, including a zip-up weather canopy to protect riders from the elements, a rear storage area, and two five-point harnesses. The frame unfolds quickly, and the universal coupler hitch attaches effortlessly to essentially any bike.

Specifications:

• Seats two
• 16-inch mag wheels
• Quick-release wheels
• Universal coupler attaches to bike
• Converts to stroller
• Steel frame
• Weather shield
• Max weight limit: 100 pounds
• Folded dimensions: 31.5 x 30 x 16 inches
• Assembled dimensions: 55 x 32 x 33 inches
• Assembled weight: 28 pounds

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 32.5 x 5.5 x 27.8 inches ; 29.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 30 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001VJGI4G
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (240 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,876 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #45 in Sports & Outdoors > Bikes & Accessories > Accessories > Trailers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

615 of 616 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick N EZ - Best Buy, March 25, 2005

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David Puglisi (NY United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: InStep Quick N EZ Bicycle Trailer (Toy)

March 25th, 2005

I am an avid cyclist who needed to maximize my time in the saddle by including my son on my rides. I searched all the brands from Wike on down to the Schwinn's and Insteps. I am a big believer in the right equipment for the job.

Value:
This trailer, although it may not last forever, should last a long time and is well worth the money spent; $[...]at Target. Especially compared to trailers at $[...]and up. Bottom line is how much do you bike, and how frequently will you use the trailer?

Durability:
I used it for the second half of last season (2004) and it still looks new and has little wear. I put approximately 1000 miles on it so far. On days where my son is not with me I load it up with approx. 65lbs of weight (50lb bag of charcoal and a case of Poland Spring water)and use it as a trainer. This weight approximates two small children and it holds up just fine.

Fun Factor;
My son loves going out on rides with me. It has a small pouch/cup holder sewn on each side of the interior, great for a sippy cup and a bag of snacks. It also has a trunk of sorts in the back. A flap that has snaps all around the perimeter of the rear, big enough to put an extra change of clothes and picnic things, or sand toys if you are visiting a playground on your journey.

Safety;
It comes with a basic small reflector on the bottom left of the rear. My opinion is this is not visible enough, get yourself a blinking reflector type light, approx. $10-15 in any bike shop. Mounting it may be a bit tricky, I cut the fabric at the bottom and clamped it on to the frame. It also comes with that neon orange flag, which can be spotted a mile away. And the base colors of blue and yellow stand out pretty good too. The harness,/hinge is a spring (with a safety cable through the center of the spring) that flexes, if you lay the bike down the trailer stays upright. The spring also flexes when you are riding to absorb some of the shifting of weight when your little guys move around back there, making it more comfortable than solid connections.


Pros:
1) Price, $[...], you can't beat the price/value anywhere.
2) Quite, I'm used to a bike that makes no noise, and this did not let me down.
3) Bright colored fabric, help you to be seen, along with the neon orange flag.
4) Your own personal cheering team to "Go faster Daddy", and you really can't beat that!

Cons:
1) Floor is made from same fabric as the main compartment, this might be the first failure in the unit as my son gets bigger and heavier. Some more expensive models use a plastic tray as a base.
2) Needs a better light in the rear.
3) Once you get your child one of these , you will not be able to go for a solo ride anymore without dealing with tears and pleads to go "ridin" too.


One very important recommendation, after you install your hardware and hook up the trailer, do yourself and your child a favor and put something heavier than your child in the back. Then ride it for a good long ride. Do a few panic stops, brake on corners, get used to the weight back there, it is very different than what you are used to without it. Don't learn while your little Man or Lady is back there.

Be safe and ride till your legs fall off.

Dave
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Update 09/30/05

This past season 2005 I started riding with my two and a half year old daughter as well. It is a little tight at times. My son (4.5yrs) tends to elbow her in the face. Because the bottom is made out of fabric, they have a tendancy to fall into one another at the center(like an old mattress). This is not a problem when there is only one child of course, but two is a little uncomfortable. I have purchased the newer Instep with a plastic bottom to prevent this. I wont actually use it until next season; 2006, I will post on that when I have some experience with it.

If you only have one child, or two about the same size, this still gets high marks from me.

Also, the tubes in this do not hold air indefinitely. You do need to check on the PSI once in a while, you will roll much easier if you have the right air pressure, unless of course you want that workout.

Safe riding!
Dave

126 of 128 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars We love it, April 9, 2007

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Georgia Mom (Dunwoody, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: InStep Quick N EZ Bicycle Trailer (Sports)

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.

153 of 159 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not Bad, but you get what you pay for, May 3, 2007

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B. Harris (St. Louis, MO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: InStep Quick N EZ Bicycle Trailer (Sports)

I was considering a nicer trailer, but in the end, I decided to go the cheaper route and give this one a shot, figuring if we got enough use out of it, I could sell it and upgrade. Well, I think we're going to get some use out of it, but I dont know if it will last long enough to resell.

The first trailer I bought had some issues, one of the wheels didn't turn well, and the very first time I went to fold it up after about a week's use, a screw holding the crossbar along the top of the canopy pulled out of it's plastic holder and broke, I had to return the trailer. The second on I got has held up ok so far, but I'm being very cautious when I fold it. That appears to be quite a weak point in the design.

The straps that hold the child in are somewhat adjustable, but they cut into my son's neck a bit. My biggest complaint is that you can't adjust the length of the bottom of the harness. The seat is ok, but not nearly as comfortable as my son would like. It's decent, but on a long trip I think he would get a little antsy.

The wheels on this trailer are pretty small and that translates into a pretty bumpy ride. The seat and the floor are both made of the canvas material, which causes some sagging and I don't think it's going to wear very well.

The trailer weighs almost 30 pounds, on a flat surface it isn't a problem pulling it, but going up hill, it's not the easiest thing.

Overall this is a decent trailer, for the money, it's not bad at all, just be prepared to deal with no frills design or materials and a rougher ride compared to the trailers with bigger wheels and more comfortable seats.

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