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kat81
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XP: bike trailer / jogging stroller
kat81
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Hey, I'm in the market for a bike trailer. I'd love reviews. Having it convert to a jogger is a bonus, but we bike much more than jog so the former is more important (i.e. I won't mind if it is a "crappy" jogger stroller...I'm not assuming it'll be a BOB or anything.) We just have one kid now but I'd entertain the idea of a trailer that could hold 2. Not necessary, though.Please let me know if you know of a place that has reviews and/or if you have suggestions of what to get and/or what NOT to get! Thanks.P.S. I am aware that it's not recommended to be used until 1 yr of age...but I want to start looking around. Thanks.
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Re: XP: bike trailer / jogging stroller
We are looking into a Chariot, but are not sure which model yet.
https://www.chariotcarriers.com/english/html/full_product_line.php
I am a runner and DH is a cyclist, so we figure it makes more sense to have a model that converts from one to the other rather than buying an expensive jogging stroller and trailer. The downside of these types of strollers/trailers is that you have to pay for each conversion kit. The Chariot can be a jogging stroller, a regular stroller, a bike trailer, and even dragged behind for hiking and then there's one for cross-country skiing! They have models for two children, so you could look at those.
DH worked at a bike shop for 10+ years and that is why he recommended the Chariot line. You can also get a Burley that converts in the same way. DH says that they are comparable in terms of the trailer, but the Chariot is a better jogging stroller. As for using them for infants, they make inserts for the Chariots that enable you to use them at a younger age.
You can find reviews of the Chariot on REI's website. Good luck!