ASIN : B00006JHVN
Quick N EZ Trailer
Manufacturer : Instep
List Price: $99.99
Price: $99.99
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Total Used: 0
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UPC : 038675010307
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FEATURES
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16" quick-release wheels
5-point safety harnesses for 2 children
Lightweight aluminum frame
Durable nylon canopy
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Weight in pounds: 25.00
Dimensions in inches: 27.00 by 32.00 by 5.00
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REVIEWS
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Summary: Really is quick and easy!
Date: 2005-10-12
Rating: 5
Review: I got this trailer and had it hooked up to my bike in no time flat. It is so easy, you almost don't need the directions...(I had to peek once or twice). I fit both my 5 year old son as well as my 7 month old daugher in the trailer and they had a blast riding around the neighborhood. Looking forward to hitting the bike trail with it this fall.
I am surprised it doesn't cost more!
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Summary: You won't even know its there!
Date: 2005-10-09
Rating: 5
Review: Assembles easily and very quickly, folds up compactly. Seems well built. It is easy to attach to the bicycle, and took no getting used to. Even with the kids in it, I hardly notice a difference riding the streets in the neighborhood with this trailer attached. Very nice.
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Summary: Excellent trailer!!!
Date: 2005-08-15
Rating: 5
Review: With 2 year old twins it's hard getting out unless you want to drive everywhere. Problem solved! This trailer has been sold out for months but we managed to snag one and love it! Very easy to assemble (no tools) and truly does as claims - it folds compactly in a matter of minutes for storage. In fact, I have a large storage bag from Kelty for my double jogger and both the stroller and the trailer (with all wheels) fit in the bag for on the go. They truly thought of everything - you can fold the extension bar under the stroller and it pins into place with a locking pin - it's attached permanently to the trailer so no lost parts! SWEET!
We recently brought this camping for a week and cleaning off the dust and dirt was a breeze - a damp cloth took care of all of it within minutes. The sling seat fits 2 toddlers comfortably (my kids weigh 26 and 30lbs) - no he/she's touching me! The yellow cover snaps on all the way around for easy removal and access. Behind the kids there is a small storage area - plently of room for a diaper bag and snacks. I frequently go shopping with just my bike and trailer and have plently of room.
The trailer connects to the bike with a special "quick connect" coupler. One is included with the trailer. In the back page of the manual is an order form where you can order more (we are ordering one today for dh's new bike). It would have been nice if they would have included two. The only other complaint I have about the coupler is it's position on the bike - I had to remove my kickstand permanently in order to attach the trailer - major bummer but well worth the trade-off of having the trailer vs without.
Overall, this product is excellent. Well-made and quite affordable! HIGHLY recommended!
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Summary: Quick`n Ez Fun Fun
Date: 2005-08-04
Rating: 4
Review: We just bought this trailer this past weekend and I have to say it is so fun and very easy to ride with it attached to your bike. It took my husband just a couple of minutes and it was ready to go! So far we have not had any problems with it. It has a great storage area for drinks and snacks behind the seat in back. It is very roomy for my 2 year old and though two children can sit in it he likes to sit in the middle. The only downer is that it doesn't come with an extra coupler for my husband's bike so we had to search for one.It would be nice if they had accessories for this available at the retailers that sell it. Also, if you go through a water puddle the back wheel on the bike will kick up water on to the trailer and I can see that being a problem if there was a lot of water you happened to ride through but, it also has a clear cover that comes down over the mesh screen if you were riding and it started to rain to cover the child and I don't see how water or dirt can get in to do that. It would be nice if they made the bottom blue part come up a bit higher to avoid that in summer time. As it would be to hot for the child to have the clear cover over it at all times. The only other thing that would be nice is for the seat to lay back just slightly in case the child falls asleep. Other than those things I think it is great and my son LOVES riding in it! I think it is a good buy and could be a 5 star if they fixed those 3 things.
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Summary: Excellent product
Date: 2005-07-14
Rating: 4
Review: We were looking for a bike trailer and didn't want to spend huge amounts of bucks. This is a reasonably priced unit that is pretty well-made.
The trailer includes a five-point safety harness, room for two kids and pouches on the sides for sippy cups, sunscreen, etc. A screen comes down in the front to protect from bugs, etc. and another rain shield can also be velcroed into place. The same mesh screening is also on the back to allow for air ventilation.
The unit was relatively easy to put together and requires no tools. Wheels are super easy to put on and take off for transport and the unit is amazingly collapsible for travel. The unit is made of relatively sturdy nylon to hold up to rain and wear and bright yellow for visibility. Wheels are big enough to hold up to bumps and dips without being uncomfortable for the kids. A spring mechanism in the arm that attaches the unit to your bike allows for greater movement, especially when turning. While you don't want to turn too sharply, I thought it could handle corners pretty well.
Pros:
Sturdy construction and material. Fairly comfortable ride and my son seems to love it now (he initially screamed like crazy when we put him in it). Room for toys to keep them entertained.
Excellent value.
Extra hardware can be purchased through the manufacturer's website for a small amount. Might be handy to have around if you have more than one bike and want to take turns carrying the kids.
Great to haul stuff other than children. LOL
Cons:
The pin that fastens the unit to the bike was kind of tight. Be careful to avoid pinched fingers.
One of the snaps came off on our unit shortly after purchase. Not a big deal though and is not essential to closing the top.
Because the interior is black, I sometimes think it makes my son get hot, even when we're moving. This could be the nature of the fabric (nylon), though, which is not very 'breathable.'
There is only one small reflector on the back of the trailer. I went to the hardware store and for a few bucks added big stick-on reflectors. Problem solved.
Needs a shield or something to keep the sun off the kids. If you can't make one yourself, just lather them up with suncreen.
While the unit alone weighs around 25 pounds, extra cargo is going to add a lot of drag on the bike. But this is my fault for buying a one-speed cruiser. LOL Makes for a good workout, though!
Bottom line: excellent product for the money.
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