Smooth ride - Balance is sometimes an issue for riders using child bike seats, particularly rear-mounted ones. Thanks to the articulated arm, those who use trailers find that it feels like a completely normal ride (other than the extra weight!). It includes two individually rollable layers – one with an insect screen – the other with a clear plastic film. Furthermore, the 2in1 bike trailer has a small storage space behind the seat. Like the Burley Encore X, the height of the shoulder straps is on the higher end, making the Traveller a better fit for older toddlers to 5 year olds. If you will only ever be riding on smooth sidewalks and paved paths, you will do perfectly fine without suspension (if your trailer has 20″ air tires like the Traveller). But if you think you may be adventuring off the beaten path pretty regularly, your child will thank you for the added cushioning suspension will provide.

Both the Burley Encore X and Qeridoo Sportrex mid-range trailers have suspension. The Hamax Traveller does not. But do you really need suspension? By the rotating safety clutch and rollbar your children are perfectly safe from falls or rollovers during an emergency. Compared to the Burley Encore X: The Encore’s single stroller wheel is at the end of the tow arm, putting the wheel several feet in front of the trailer. While this set-up works just fine, if you’re going to be doing a lot of strolling with your trailer, the Traveller’s set-up is much better. Features: Adjustable Handle, Foldable, Parking Brake, Rain Cover, Safety Flag, Stroller Conversion, Padded Waist Belt, Padded Shoulder Straps, Reflectors, Mosquito netAs you can see below on the left, our 42.5″ tall almost-4-year old has the shoulder straps set just above her shoulder – about an inch above their minimum height in the Traveller. From about ages 12 months to 2.5, the shoulder straps would not have been low enough for a “best fit”. 3.5 Year old in Traveller vs. 18 Month Old in Burley This 2in1 childrens bike trailer offers the necessary comfort due to its spring-loaded rear axle and the cleverly designed convertible top. It includes two individually rollable layers - one with an insect screen - the other with a clear plastic film. So the children are protected from stone impacts, insects and light rain showers. Furthermore, the 2in1 bike trailer has a small storage space behind the seat in which parents can store what they need on trips for babies and children When testing the trailer I accidentally zipped too far up and the zipper head slid right off the zipper. While I was able to get the zipper head rethreaded and working again without much hassle, it was unnerving and frustrating.

A coupling is used to mount the trailer to an adult bike. it then becomes a two-wheeler, offering the necessary stability. A bright red signal light shows nearby traffic that the bike is followed by a trailer. A bike trailer’s seats is one of the most important features of any trailer – they have a huge effect on a child’s comfort, and your frustration level. The mesh front door and the rain cover secure tightly in place at the bottom of the trailer with a hook and loop closure. This system is extremely easy to use and easily one of our favorites. If the product is reconfigured into the three-wheel jogger, the coupling is removed and a small front wheel attached. The pushing aid can be kept on the rear at all times. On it there is a convenient handbrake which allows the parents pushing the trailer to stay relaxed even on slopes. In this review we’ll go into great detail about all of the Traveller’s features, but up front we wanted to point out four major differences between Hamax’s mid-range offering compared to Burley and Qeridoo. (We’ve also reviewed those trailers.)When in use, the child trailer convinces with its low weight and the integrated rotary safety coupling. The bench seat can accommodate 1-2 children, the maximum permissible weight of 40 kg should not be exceeded. During the ride, the waistbelt and shoulder straps, as well as the roll-over bar ensure safety. If the child trailer is used as a jogger, a hand brake serves to regulate the speed. The brake cables for the jogger wheel simply attach to the trailer chassis via velcro straps. In use, the jogger performed smoothly without complaint. While useful and appreciated, the jogging brake wasn’t as effective as we would have liked.