question re: using kids bike trailer

[Kid A]

Just started taking my boy on some shorts rides in bike trailer on a dirt bike path. i had been leaving the "screen" up as he doesn't seem to dig when it down, but noticed after ride my kid was covered in sand (bad dad ).

Running fat (2.5 DH) tires on bike so am sure kicking up some more stuff than less aggressive tires.

So question is are you guys keeping screen down and has it helped on dirt trails. there are 2 screen on this trailer (plastic and mesh). am sure plastic would work but think he'll get to hot? assume mesh shouldnt be hot but does it block the dirt? if so I guess he'll have to get used to it. He seems to like going for ride, but rather not have to pick sand out of his teeth after each ride obvioulsy can try next ride but just looking for some feedback from those who have used more frequently than i.

just tell me i'm not stuck keeping it to paved roads

Thanks

[roadkillross]

drop that screen. some have a plastic screen and some have mesh, im sure the mesh will help but not sand-proof. or maybe get a window

[carbonman]

We always ride the Fullerton Loop with our son in the Burley, with the screen down at the very least. If it's cooler, we use the plastic "window" as well. Remember that if you are off-road, it's not only the sand but any rocks or other potential debris you need to consider. Hope this helps.

[Kid A]

Originally Posted by carbonman

We always ride the Fullerton Loop with our son in the Burley, with the screen down at the very least. If it's cooler, we use the plastic "window" as well. Remember that if you are off-road, it's not only the sand but any rocks or other potential debris you need to consider. Hope this helps.

makes total sense. i guess he'll have to get used to it. thanks

[~ Pakiha ~]

Same here, I keep the mesh down at a minimum. Lately I have been putting the plastic down in the front but keeping the back plastic screen rolled up so he gets a good amount of air flow. ( I have a burley d'lux too btw)

[Keith B]

Get him some Oakley goggles and a BMX mask

[Kid A]

Originally Posted by Keith B

Get him some Oakley goggles and a BMX mask

thats what i'm talking about but was thinking more along these lines

[gurp13]

I haven't taken my trailer off road (I think I have the D'lite. It seats two.) yet, so when I ride with the trailer I use the commuter because it has fenders. I guess if I took them off-road I'd use the plastic. But, obviously there's limits when you have the trailer and a kid in it. My daughter Stella likes to talk to me when I'm riding. And, it's either too loud to hear (traffic, wind in ears) or I'm climbing and can't talk. Drives me crazy.

[Keith B]

I'd like to see you tow that trailer up Cholla. Thats a real test of Dads legs!

Originally Posted by gurp13

I haven't taken my trailer off road (I think I have the D'lite. It seats two.) yet, so when I ride with the trailer I use the commuter because it has fenders. I guess if I took them off-road I'd use the plastic. But, obviously there's limits when you have the trailer and a kid in it. My daughter Stella likes to talk to me when I'm riding. And, it's either too loud to hear (traffic, wind in ears) or I'm climbing and can't talk. Drives me crazy.

Intercom system

[Innes]

Glad to see you're getting out and riding. Anyway, I keep the plastic screen down. My son doesn't seem to get hot.

[Kid A]

Originally Posted by Innes

Glad to see you're getting out and riding. Anyway, I keep the plastic screen down. My son doesn't seem to get hot.

shhhh, against surgeon's "instux". not riding far/tech but enough to at least but a smile on thanks for feedback

[uzziboy]

when i take my daughter i usually put down both screen and window with the window partially rolled up

[gurp13]

I should get Stella a wireless headset or something. Then she can just chat away! Otherwise I'm always stopping to find out what she wants.

[Kid A]

Originally Posted by gurp13

I should get Stella a wireless headset or something. Then she can just chat away! Otherwise I'm always stopping to find out what she wants.

gurp check this out..your little girl gonna be talking all sorts of smack to daddy (go faster old man )

[SIZE=2]Allen Hands-Free Communicator [/SIZE]

(MPN: F700)
Description: The Allen? hands-free communicator offers you a compact, voice-actvated microphone and a rugged, water-resistant design to help you keep in touch when cycling, skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, hiking, fishing, etc. Included are 2 radios, batteries, smart chargers, arm bands, belt clips, lanyards, and wired earphones.

[dirttorpeedo]

i use my trailer for an ice chest with beer in it,the beer and ice chest have nt complained. or if jr can hold his head up then ekwip the trailer with a dvd player/video game system.he WILL stop compaining.

[Schecky]

My older kids didn't like the plastic one down unless it was cold.

[gurp13]

That communicator's like $110! That's kind of a lot, to me. But, then, on the other hand, I wouldn't have to stop all the time or holler "What?! What?!" constantly.

[Jeryang]

Originally Posted by carbonman

We always ride the Fullerton Loop with our son in the Burley, with the screen down at the very least. If it's cooler, we use the plastic "window" as well. Remember that if you are off-road, it's not only the sand but any rocks or other potential debris you need to consider. Hope this helps.

Do you ride the whole loop with the kids in the trailer? Anything you don't do maybe certain singletrack areas?

[kbteachme]

Originally Posted by Kid A

Just started taking my boy on some shorts rides in bike trailer on a dirt bike path. i had been leaving the "screen" up as he doesn't seem to dig when it down, but noticed after ride my kid was covered in sand (bad dad ).

Running fat (2.5 DH) tires on bike so am sure kicking up some more stuff than less aggressive tires.

So question is are you guys keeping screen down and has it helped on dirt trails. there are 2 screen on this trailer (plastic and mesh). am sure plastic would work but think he'll get to hot? assume mesh shouldnt be hot but does it block the dirt? if so I guess he'll have to get used to it. He seems to like going for ride, but rather not have to pick sand out of his teeth after each ride obvioulsy can try next ride but just looking for some feedback from those who have used more frequently than i.

just tell me i'm not stuck keeping it to paved roads

Thanks

I'm thinking about doing this, but what is the best bike trailer to take off road? Is it better to have a toddler's carrier connected to your bike? Does anyone have pictures of this and recommendations?

Thanks!

[el_d00der1n0]

Originally Posted by kbteachme

I'm thinking about doing this, but what is the best bike trailer to take off road? Is it better to have a toddler's carrier connected to your bike? Does anyone have pictures of this and recommendations?

Thanks!

Baby Seat or Trailer