Reviews (17)

Great Buy!!
Bought this on sale at Target for $79.00. Saw other bike trailers at bicycle stores for around $300. Easy to assemble, and easy to use. If you are a recreational rider, don't buy a more expensive one, as this model is all you need. My 2 year old daughter loves the ride, and now doesn't feel left out when I take her older brother bike riding.

Quick N Easy 100%
I love this bike trailer!!. I purchased it on sale for $69.00 and I will tell you that is a great price!!! This bike trailer took me less than 5 minutes to put together. It is not flimsy or cheaply made. It is very durable. Brightly colored and well designed. It folds to compact and the wheels pop off at a click of a latch. You don't have to work at it to get the trailer to compact. A++++ Worth every dollar even at full price.

Excellent Buy!
My dh and I have been researching the different types and brands of infant/toddler bike trailers out there for several months. All along I kept looking at this Instep Quick 'n EZ trailer and thinking it was the best out there. Not only did I find it to constantly receive high marks on quality, but I also found it to be quite inexpensive. Not cheap and shotty, just not nearly as expensive as some of the other makes and models. After all our research, we decided on this trailer, and so my dd received it for her 1st birthday a couple of weeks ago. And let me tell you, we have NOT been disappointed with our choice. The trailer is very well made, extremely easy to put together/take apart, a cinch to attach, and even easier to pull. There is plenty of room in the trailer for us to stash our daughter's bottles, a diaper and wipes (incase she needs a change), and couple of toys for her to play with along the way. The 5pt harness is a breeze to work and leaves no question as to weather baby is in securely or not. This is definately a great trailer to own!! We give it 2 Thumbs Up and 5 stars across the board! :D

Quality and value
Although I didn't find this on sale it is still a good deal for regular price. Set up is an absolute breeze. Even attaching the coupler to my bike, after some muscle from hubby to get the nut off, was simple and quick. I feel very confident of the hitch as I ride and the kids are secure in the harness. It folds easily and the wheels detach simply to fit in the cargo space of our mid-size SUV. I'm a recreational/fitness biker and use this on very nice paved trails not off-road so I can't comment on bumps or dirt.

It gets a 4 rather than a 5 only on some comfort issues. The web straps would be better if padded. I have to watch the crotch strap on my 20 month-old or it can ride up and cut into her leg, particularly if she has a big wet diaper. Same with my 4 year old with the shoulder strap and his neck. I'll figure something out though. Also if it is going to be made to hold up to 100 pounds it really could be just a couple of inches wider to give room to bigger kids. Two kids are sort of smushed. The sling seats also could be made to recline. I had a jogging stoller with that feature. Lastly, since I live in FL, I would prefer a longer hood or some sort of brim for more shade.

Having complained, I WOULD STILL RECOMMEND HIGHLY for quality and value and fun. The kids do enjoy it despite my nit-picking!

Great for the money
My 10 month old son loves this trailer. It is very light and was very easy even for me to put together. The only problem we find is that the rear tire of the bike throws up rocks and dirt through the netting. Gets kinda dirty in there!! Otherwise a great buy though. ... Read more

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Kids love this!!
My kids just love this trailer!! I have a 3 year old and a 14 month old and they just love riding in this trailer behind their daddy as he rides his bike. My 3 year old shouts "I want daddy to ride bike!". It is great that it can also be used as a stroller, just unhook it from the bike and off you go. It is better than a bike seat because this does not tip over and the kids ride together and can have their snacks and juice. It hooks up (and unhooks) so easily from the bike. There is a safetly tether at the hinge also, I guess in case the thing accidently detaches you have a backup. I find only 2 problems: no padding in the seat (only a canvas sling seat) and no 'helmet pocket'(meaning that when the kids have their bike helmets on, their heads are slightly tipped forward because bike helmets tend to be bulky at the back of the head. They cannot lean their heads completely back in the seat. They don't seem to mind too much because they are so excited about going fast, faster, fastest!! behind daddy's bike.

Lovin' It
I just bought this and a new bike also. I walk three of of my five children to school every day, for a grand total of four trips a day (drop off, pick up, drop off, pick up). I thought it would be a great idea to ride a bike instead, and I was right. I recently had a baby and it's great exercise. The kids have a blast pretending to drive to school. Their friends all think it's super-cool, and they are the envy of their Kindergarten and Preschool classes.

nice
I just bought this and it is great for both my kids. My son complains we walk too much and the double stroller is too small for his height. My only complain it is we live in apartment on the 3rd floor and the door isnt wide enough for the cruiser to go thru. So i have to take the wheels and the top apart to fit thru the door. But I i love it. it goes over bumps smoothly.

Cushion
It's a great stroller for both the bike and for just walking. It turns much easier than the double jogging stroller I bought. My only complaint is that the seats don't have any cushion to them so we have to use a pillow or blanket under the seat...easy fix. ... Read more

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Worked for me!
It wasn't the easiest to attach to the bike, but I was able to get it on without too much trouble. I have a quick adjust seat bracket and used that bolt instead of the one provided with the carrier. While everything didn't line up perfectly when assembling, once it was all tightened up it fit right. Went for our first ride today and my son had a blast.

Liked it so much we bought two.
We bought the carrier a year ago for our two year old and she loves going for rides! We found it easy to use and change between bikes so my husband and I can take turns riding with one child. We now have a one year old, so we bought another one for him. They are so affordable we didn't mind buying another and I feel safer having them right with me rather than trailing on the ground behind me.

Great value!
I don't see what the trouble was...I put this seat on my bicycle and we were on the road within the hour! It's sturdy, lightweight and it did not affect my balance at all. I think it's a great value, especially if you bought it from a competing store (...) I would definitely recommend it!

Very Cheap
I bought this and returned it the same day. It was so difficult to put together and the parts did not even fit correctly. It is a piece of junk. We returned it for a bike trailer and are much happier with it. My daughter, 18 months old, loves the trailer. It holds 2 children and has room for some books and stuffed animals. Also, if you fall, the trailer does not tip over. Your child could get hurt sitting in this cheap seat if you fell off the bike!!

We Love It!!
I don't understand the problem everyone else had. I put mine together in just a hour. It went together just fine. We are ready to go outside again. My daughter loves sitting in it and riding around. We give this 2 thumbs up!!! ... Read more

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Worth the hassle
This bike seat IS a HUGE pain to install on a bike. It took my husband and I working together about an hour to get it right and there were several points when we thought it wouldn't work...we persevered and got it on. It is fabulous to ride with our son. It is very sturdy. Our son is very large and rides in it just fine. The helmet slides on his head, but most helmets are tricky to get just right. Overall we have been very happy with this purchase.

3 to 7 your kidding aren't you!
I found the size range to be completely missleading. My child was just shy of 5 and weighs 42lbs. She is 42 inches tall and found herself to big for this seat. Her legs were right up against my seat and was very uncomfortable. The bottom line if she is this uncomfortable at her age what would a 7 year old be?

Worst piece of junk I ever bought for my kids
This seat is absolutely horrible. Aside from the fact that my father-in-law and I spent about 2 hours trying to finagel this piece of junk onto my husband's bike (the bolts included were too short, it scratched up the frame and then once we took it for a test ride with my son in the seat, one of the nuts caught on the back spokes and broke 3 of the spokes. The instructions are unclear and sometimes inaccurate, and the design is generally stupid. It is also what I would deem unsafe. Had the nut not caught in the spokes, my husband would not fallen off the bike with my son. My son is now afraid to get in another carrier seat.

This seat is going right back to the store and I'm purchasing a second Topeak carrier. It's more pricey, but worth it for the savings in time and aggravation and safety.

Nightmare
We bought this for our 2 year old daughter. It was a nightmare to put together, then it did not fit. Becareful when installing in larger mountain bikes. We bought a 20inch frame, men's mountain mike and it was 3 inches too short of fitting. Not worth it!!!

Bought and Returned It
I had no problems with the instructions, but once put together, it didn't fit my bike. The box does claim it fits "most" bikes, but honestly, the brackets that attach to the rear frame are so close together it's a wonder it fits ANY bike. My wife and I had to pull the bracket apart to get it on the frame, thereby strectching it almost to the point of breaking it. I took it all apart and diuble-checked the installation. Same thing. Also - The bolt tops and nuts protrude from the brackets enough where it would be easy for a child to get scrapped or cut. Bolt heads should set in the brackets to create a flat surface. Going to look for something else. ... Read more

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not for young children
This was a shower gift for my husband. We were really excited, but were unable to use it until months after our son was born. The angle of the seat seemed unsafe for lack of head support. Had the seat been more reclined, I would recommend it for younger children. My four-year-old cousin enjoys it. Unfortuneately, we are shopping around for a model with more storage and angled head support for our son and baby on the way.

Bad Wheel Bearings!!!
After one year of light use both bearings are broken. I didnt mind the heavy weight because the price was half that of the upper end trailers, but the quality problem is unacceptable. I cannot find replacement wheels or bearings as mentioned by another reviewer who found the same problem.

Just bought it and I love it
My wife and I just bought this trailer and we love it. It's easy to assemble and easy to hookup to the bike. My kids seem to really enjoy riding around in it while we get our exercise.

How Fast?
I brought my daughter to see this trailer in the Supergo store. She seemed to like it, and I planed on buying it. Unfortunately on the floor of the trailer it says, "Don't exceed 10 mph!" What? Who rides this under 10 mph? I dug deeper in the owners manual and read, "Don't exceed 20 mph". Which is it Bell? Unfortunately I couldn't buy it, because I would always wonder, am I going too fast?

bearing troubles
i was really exited when i first got the trailer, it meant getting into shape faster after my son was born... i had a jogger but it wasnt low enough impact for me.... i purchased my with a discount for it being the floor model.... after having it for around four months, with infrequent use, i've discovered that the left bearing in the wheel is busted and coming apart. the biggest problem i have i trying to get it repaired.... any suggestions?... i've tried locating bell manufactures but only come up with bike helmets....it can be great fun even if a little bulky....but i found mine in poor shape and don't know what to do to rectify my poblems ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Cozy Cruiser isn't the Cadillac of kiddie strollers, to be sure, but it certainly qualifies for Saturn status. This safe, reliable, well-designed stroller can either trail along behind a bicycle or be pushed ahead by steadily pounding feet. The 3-foot-long, 2-foot-wide jogger features a durable nylon-mesh sling-style seat that's big enough for one strapping tyke (or two tiny ones). A five-point, clip-and-hook harness system keeps occupants safely inside the craft at all times. They won't feel trapped, though, thanks to large side windows and a mesh "windshield" with a thoughtful roll-down cover to fend off the elements. In jogger mode, a foam-padded handlebar lets you do the pushing, while a James Bond-style hideaway wheel pops out in front. The jogger converts into a trailer in a snap, leaving no leftover parts, since the front wheel tucks under and the handlebar snaps down behind. The whole affair collapses easily for transport in the trunk of a car.--Paul Hughes ... Read more

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love it!
I absolutely love this product. I purchased it last week for my 2 year old twin boys. I've taken them bike riding every night since! The product is sturdy and comfortable and pulls along effortlessly. I do not find a problem with lumps in the tires as some of your other reviewers claim, however, I did take the advice in the directions, and did not over inflate them. I love it as a bike trailer, but must admit, I have not used it as a jogging stroller yet, so I can't comment on that.

What were they thinking?
We have eleven month old twins and a 8 and a 7 year old. Always love to ride bikes as a family. Bought this item because of price and product description. Husband loves to jog with older kids. Wanted something which would serve both activities. Big Mistake. Trailer is a nightmare to hook-up to bike. Connection is not secure. Rear wheels do not move to go around corners. Had to ride in the street in order to make a wide turn. Not safe. Directions were very difficult to understand for assembly. Bike pedals were always scraping against the connection. I was not very comfortable with my children in the trailer. I was always afraid the trailer would tip over. Returned item to the store and exchanged for a better item. Had store assemble new item and demonstrate connection. We now have a Burley Trailer and we love it. More expensive but more durable and safe. With the first trailer, we got what we paid for. I wonder if the manufacturer even tested this trailer to check for problems? What were they thinking?

Fun ... but a pain!
Our daughter loves her Cozy Cruiser, which we use as a trailer but not as a jogging stroller ... fortunately, however, she wasn't around for the two hours it took her pitiful parents to put this thing together! The instructions are solely picture-based and are extremely vague - we had some pieces in and out 4 or more times. The mechanism which connects the trailer to the bike is poorly designed - you could easily use three people just to attach the bike to the trailer - one to support the bike, one to support the trailer bar and one to hook the connector to the bike - but usually there's only one parent available during the day so you have to fumble around trying to attach it. We're also a little concerned with the durability of the connection. Obviously the designers thought you'd only hook it up once, then leave it in your garage ... well, we live in a townhouse with no garage and a small patio so the bike & trailer have to come inside every night and be disconnected ... not too convenient. Once assembled, though, a great product which allows parent and child a lot of fun and freedom.

Great product that adds to your workout!
This is a really great product. It's extremly durable, like most Little Tykes products. Using it as a trailer was easy. It's easy to switch from trailer to stroller. Folded it does not take up much space. The only problem I found with it is the way it handles as a stroller. As long as you are going straight there's not much effort in pushing it. Taking turns is a bit difficult.

My 1st jogger stroller
I bought this jogger about 1 1/2 years ago. I have two children 11 months apart and I wanted something that didn't cost a lot that I could run/walk with and pull with my bike if I wanted. It is hard to run with since it does pull to the left. Ane yes, you do have to pop a wheelie when going around turns, but I just figured I'd build up muscles that way. My kids love the stroller and now they are 3 and 4 years old and just starting to outgrow it a little. The tires don't inflate well and there are big lumps in each one when fully inflated so the stroller doesn't roll smoothly. It takes a lot of time to put together. It is very sturdy but not compact. Unless you have a huge trunk in your car or a van or something like that, then it is pretty much impossible to take with you. I was not very happy with the trailer attachment. It didn't clamp down well on the bike so it came lose and was a pain to pull. It would slide down and as my pedal came up it would hit the attachment. I only pulled it 2 times. But in all, for the money...it works for me. I still use it now. ... Read more