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Carrying kids on bikes

Carrying children on a bike is a great way to get around - it is a fast, cheap and most of all fun way to get around. Whether you're looking to cycle your children to nursery or school or to go out for weekend adventures, we're here to help you get started.

With over a decade of experience of carrying kids on bikes, we want to share our expertise on bike seats, trailers, tagalongs and cargo bikes with you.

How to carry your kids by bike

You like the idea of cycling with your child (or children) on your bike, but not sure where to start?

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If you're after specific advice and aren't bothered about the survey, you'll find a lot (A LOT!) of information on this page, from the best bike seats to trailers to tagalongs and cargo bikes.

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.

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