Are bike carriers and bike trailers safe to use? Which one is better?
Bike carriers and trailers can introduce your child to the joys of bike riding, but it’s important to know the potential risks. Injuries can happen with both products, but bike trailers are considered somewhat safer because children are lower to the ground and have less of a distance to fall in a crash. Also, the weight and movement of a child in a bike carrier can throw off the balance of the adult cyclist, increasing the risk of a fall. Before taking your child on a bike, check your municipal and provincial governments to ensure you are following local regulations about cycling. Q. Are there any advantages to a bike carrier? The main advantage has nothing to do with safety – bike carriers are much less expensive than bike trailers. Although trailers may be a better choice, they cost anywhere from $150 to $400, compared to $50 to $100 for a bike carrier. Q. Is it better to use a bike carrier that goes in front of my seat, or one that goes behind? There isn’t much research to confirm w
