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Kindergarten Toys | Home » » InStep Rocket Aluminum Bike Trailer | | | | | | | Description: | | It's called the Rocket for a reason. It's fast, light and will take you places you've always wanted to go¿with your family. Parents can enjoy the ride as much as the kids, and can quickly convert the trailer to a stroller. Two uses from one product ¿ that's Rocket Science! Includes rain shield for rain protection, BONUS stroller conversion kit included! Stroller wheel and push handle attach in seconds. Seats two children 100lb capacity, Rear storage area, Quick release wheels, folds flat to store, screened canopy for ventilation, Bicycle style quick release wheels, Outrigger frame stabilizes and prtects wheels, versitile bike attachment. | | | Features: | |
• 2-child bicycle trailer with 20-inch, fast-rolling, rustproof rear wheels
• Aluminum frame with outrigger design protects cabin and wheels
• Universal coupler attaches to almost any bike; 100-pound capacity
• Converts easily into walking stroller; weather shield and screened canopy
• Measures 52 x 36 x 35 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 29 pounds
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 37.0 inches | | Product Width:
| 32.0 inches | | Product Height:
| 7.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 30.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 35.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 32.1 inches | | Package Height:
| 6.5 inches | | Package Weight:
| 27.2 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 42 reviews |
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 Awesome for 5 and 1 year old!!Jan 19, 2010
After searching long and hard for a trailer, we ended up with this one. We love it!! I have a 5 year old and a 20 month old and they both ride in it together. Sure, there isn't tons of space for both, but they did awesome and had a great time. Great storage for the snacks and drinks and more storage behind the seata for more stuff! The sling seats seem more comfortable then expected.As others have said, the straps are kind of a pain till you get the hang of it. I definitely recommend getting a trailer with the 20in wheels....makes for a smoother ride ride. Attaches and dettaches easliy from my bike. We haven't used it for a stroller and probably won''t b/c we have a jogger already. It has great weather coverage. Just got caught in a sudden down pour and my daughter stayed dry! Overall, I highly recommend this trailer....can't beat the price!! If the kids are happy in it....I'm happy!
ThrilledNov 16, 2009
We are thrilled with the Rocket! Our two-year old and one-year old love this trailer. The two-year old asks to go riding in it. A few days ago he asked and then I found him patiently waiting in it even though I had not answered his request yet. Our one-year old heads straight for the Rocket when I tell him we are going for a ride. I take them to the grocery store in the Rocket finding it easy to convert it to a stroller. It has really allowed me a great way to get in shape while giving the boys fun in the outdoors.
I also like the fact there is room in the back for a change of cloths/diapers. Before the trailer I had to wait on someone to ride with us to carry one child in a bike seat while I carried the other in a bike seat on my bike. And there was no room for a change of clothes for the boys unless I put on a backpack. Now I can go to the water park and carry towels, clothes, and even food for lunch in the storage of the Rocket along with the boys. It is the perfect trailer for our family!
Great product, great price!Oct 04, 2009
I did a lot of research on this bike trailer. I wanted one easy on the budget and easy enough for me to handle, both riding with it and taking it apart to get into my car. I love it. No problems and believe me, I would've added it here if there were!
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 Okay for the priceSep 25, 2009
I considered returning this product for the same reason that other reviewers have mentioned, the seat. It is pretty bad but I think it bothers my husband and me more than it bothers my son. Actually, my son does not seem to mind it at all. So I will start with the negatives: 1-The seat is good for one child but will likely not be for two as it does slope towards the center. 2-The straps are hard to clip and unclip and the strap in the crotch area is thin so it can potentially ride up and cause some discomfort down there 3-The cuppling mechanism is difficult to separate so moving it from one bike to another is not a snap unless you have STRONG hands and I don't like having to ride my husband's bike as a result. 4-My son has to sit up to keep the bike helmet on as there is no recess for the helmet to rest in. The positives: 1-It is inexpensive yet it serves it's purpose which is to provide my child with a safe ride. 2-It rides very smoothly. 3- There is a lot of storage space, a cup holder and a little pocket were I put my keys and cell phone. 4- The bug screen is so nice since it still allows the wonderful breeze in. They also have the rain protector which we are yet to use but glad to have.
Conclusion: The reason I decided to keep this product is that I saw a Burley at the park the other day that was way more expensive than mine and it had the same type of seats! The only thing better was the straps but I am going to fix that myself for MUCH less money. They sell cushions for car seat straps so you can buy those for this purpose. The strap that holds up the crotch area is scary so I am going to put my middle school sewing class skills to the test and widen it so that it won't dig in. My son is 10 months old and is in diapers so I have time to fix that. I read that some babies had a hard time sitting up in it. I can see that being the case if your baby cannot sit up or is just starting to sit up. This is NOT the product for you yet. It's like the people that push their newborns around in umbrella strollers, there is time for everything and a seat without propper support is not for a baby that can't sit up.
In-Step Rocket Trailer Rocks!Jul 20, 2009
We recently purchased the Rocket Trailer to pull behind our Univega Sport Tandem bike. We received it quickly, it was easy to put together and it is a dream to pull. The 20 inch wheels make the ride nice for our 10 month old Zealon and 4 year old Phoenix. We can even pull our 7 year old Kinsey with now problem. They can all ride safe and securely with the harness system. We have taken it on 3 rides so far and we love it. It is roomy and comfortable for the kids with enough storage space to carry a bit of extra gear. The coupler worked great and was very easy to install. We are very happy with our purchase, and it will certainly increase the fun factor on our family rides!
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