Carrying kids by bike

Carrying kids on bikes is a fun, affordable, and efficient way to travel as a family.

Whether you're commuting to nursery or school or planning weekend cycling adventures, Cycle Sprog is here to help you get started.

With over a decade of experience in family cycling, we provide expert advice on the best bike seats, trailers, tagalongs, and cargo bikes for safely carrying children on your bike.

Plus, take our quiz to find out which option suits your needs best and make cycling with your kids a safe and enjoyable experience.

How to carry your kids by bike quiz

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How to get started

We’re proud to offer a wealth of information to help you start cycling with your child, and you’ll find plenty of valuable articles right here on this page.

But if you’re short on time and want a quicker way to get rolling, our Masterclass, "Understanding Cycling Gear for Babies and Toddlers" is the perfect way to get you and your little one riding together in no time.

Carrying children in bike seats

A front or rear bike seat is an excellent way to carry your child on a bike. There are different types of seats available and we've set out all the different options below.

Pulling or towing your child

Pulling children behind a bike is a good option for many families starting out cycling with their children.

Cargo bikes

Cargo bikes are particularly useful if you're looking to carry more than one child on your bike, or if you want to carry one older child. They're a great option if you're looking to make lots of journeys.

Front bike seat for mountain biking with a toddler - the Shotgun MTB seat

Kids Ride Shotgun – a front seat for mountain biking with your child

A front bike seat for mountain biking with kids aged between 2 and 5 years of age

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Little girl in a rear bike seat

Help! I’d like to cycle with my toddler in a child seat on the back of my bike

Are you a parent with a baby or toddler? Have you started to think about riding a bike with your son or daughter in a child seat attached to the back of your bike? If so, you’ve come to the right place to find out loads more information about getting started. Here at Cycle Sprog…

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Photo of FollowMe tandem in action - kids trailer bike alternative

First outing for the FollowMe Tandem

Our happy 3 year old gets the first test ride of the FollowMe tandem – will it get the thumbs up?

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Tagalong

Tag along and trailer bikes for kids – pulling your child behind you

Tag-alongs are a great way to introduce your little one to cycling from about the age of 4 years.
Tag-alongs are particularly useful if you’re doing a lot of travelling on road, as you are in control of your childs direction and position.

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Boy in rear bike seat

things to consider when buying a child’s rear bike seat

With so many makes and models of rear child seat on the market, what should you be considering before you part with your cash? Here are a few pointers to help you decide what features you need to be looking out for.

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Getting your child ready to use a rear bike seat - strapping them in

Rear bike seats – an introduction

Getting out into the great outdoors with your child opens up endless opportunities for having fun, and a rear seat is a great way to start cycling together and expand your horizons.

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