Question 1

Is this trailer suitable for a 5 month old in a car seat and a toddler on the other side?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely NOT!  Car seats are designed to be used in a CAR! The bike trailer is not as stable as the back seat of your car and hence the ride for the infant will be much more bumpy.  The infant does not have the neck strength to withstand a pothole or big bump.  And while you might think you will be careful not to ride over any potholes, etc. the risk is too great!  You'll need to be watching traffic, and things like the the trailer's clearance when riding along a street with parked cars or pedestrians on a boardwalk.  With that many things to keep in mind you are taking an unnecessary chance with your child's health and well being.  And finally, the manufacturer says this trailer is NOT for children under 12 months old, AND in addition to being 12 months old, they need to be able to hold their own head up, and sit up on their own.  Please do not take the risk.

Question 2

Do kids need to wear helmets while in the trailer?

Accepted Answer

I have this trailer and was riding with a 3 yr old and 15 month old. I had an accident and did a "superman" over the front of my bike, flipping my bike, going about 15 mph. They wore no helmets. The trailer tipped to one side. While both were scared, neither one was hurt. If I were on a busier road, I would helmet them but the trailer makes it hard for the seat to be comfortable because it pushes their head forward where the helmet rests against the back of the seat. Use best judgement- the "cage" is metal and can endure some damage but then again, little brains don't like to be shaken.

Question 3

Is the tire air tires? If yes are they all air tires?

Accepted Answer

The two tires on the side of the trailer are are tires, the tire that you install to use as a stroller is plastic and not air filled.

Question 4

Does the trailer stay upright if the bike falls over?

Accepted Answer

Fortunately we haven't tested, but based on the design and the spring type of a setup where it attaches to the bike, I'm pretty certain the trailer would stay upright. The spring would simply flex.

ASIN	B01H4UID66
Best Sellers Rank	#339,079 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #42 in Bike Child Carrier Trailers #422 in Kids' Bike Accessories
Brand Name	Instep
Color	Teal
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,037)
Frame Material Type	Steel/Alloy
Global Trade Identification Number	00038675100503
Harness Type	quick-release
Included Components	Bicycle Trailer
Item Dimensions L x W x H	32"L x 6"W x 28"H
Item Type Name	Child Bike Trailer
Manufacturer	Pacific Cycle, Inc.
Manufacturer Part Number	12-QE203AZ
Maximum Weight Recommendation	80 pounds
Model Number	12-QE203AZ
Mounting Type	bike tow
Number of Items	1
Seating Capacity	2
UPC	038675100503
Unit Count	2 Count
Warranty Description	Limited

Instep Quick-N-EZ Double Tow Behind Bike Trailer for Toddlers, Kids, Converts to Stroller, Jogger, 2-in-1 Canopy, Universal Bicycle Coupler, Folding Frame, Multiple Colors

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