How do you attach a toddler cycling trailer to the road bike?

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Bike: http://us.f526.mail.yahoo.com/ym/ShowLetter?box=Baby&MsgId=4210_0_5451_1682_1211766_0_56634_1586525_1452533216_oSObkYn4Ur5HQVzymWzmsYJo_XdP03qoVYNzyu1.bYXFuofS27ZS22F_D6MZk0CHOBt_rQEJ1txsGdwUT3_PaOZknHC2fb_PXHP_QbH36mK.Yfuc3kEAzEpfqJnyfXScW3M3D8FmtOT3vCISXkOyXkl2eKy0MaIVAwP42w--&bodyPart=13&tnef=&YY=4368&y5beta=yes&y5beta=yes&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b&VScan=1&Idx=10

Trailer: http://us.f526.mail.yahoo.com/ym/ShowLetter?box=Baby&MsgId=4210_0_5451_1682_1211766_0_56634_1586525_1452533216_oSObkYn4Ur5HQVzymWzmsYJo_XdP03qoVYNzyu1.bYXFuofS27ZS22F_D6MZk0CHOBt_rQEJ1txsGdwUT3_PaOZknHC2fb_PXHP_QbH36mK.Yfuc3kEAzEpfqJnyfXScW3M3D8FmtOT3vCISXkOyXkl2eKy0MaIVAwP42w--&bodyPart=13&tnef=&YY=4368&y5beta=yes&y5beta=yes&order=down&sort=date&pos=0&view=a&head=b&VScan=1&Idx=10

Bike: http://www.motobecane.com/MBUSAmsp.html

Trailer: http://www.motobecane.com/moto_big_trailer.html

Answer 1

Most trailers come with a hitches that are designed to attach quickly and safely to virtually all types of bicycles. Some attach to the chain stays, and some have alternative hitches like the quick release type that replaces the rear skewer. Both hitches should only be used if accompanied by a Safety strap.
To explain the proper hookup for your bicycle I would really need more information, like bike type and trailer type. (make)

Additional Info.
I believe Glenn has given you the right information, the only suggestion I would make is be careful of putting in the half hitch knot, Check turning radius first. Looks like you have a nice outfit.
Good luck, Happy Pedaling

Answer 2

Spec New or used, KNOW YOUR FRAM SIZE. Stay with a quality manufacturer such a Trek, Specialized, Cannondale, Giant., etc. An aluminum frame will be the best way to go. Shimano 105 or better in components will be just fine. A double or triple crank will make no difference (the # of rings where the peddles are). These are all common, so it is a just a matter of new / used and price. Remember frame size?? It is very important! There is another bike suitable for your needs, and may be cheaper, it is a hybrid bike. Much the same as a road bike, but has upright sitting position (like a mtn bike) and wider tires. It will be less reacting, and not quite as fast. But it will be easier to ride, quick, and much more comfortable. Thought I would bring it up to see if it might be something to think about, Soccerref

Answer 3

There are many different types of trailers. They could have a clamping arrangement, a mount that needs to be bolted on, or they attach at the axle. They can be attached to one chain stay (rear fork), both, or the seat post.

For something a bit different Chariot carriers make a sidecar that fits to a bracket mounted under the bottom bracket (pedals).They were only available for left hand drive countries last time I checked. (u.s etc)

The best one for you will be determined by the type of bike you are riding, type of riding you do, the number of bikes you ride,how far you go and how much you will use it.

You will need some low gears. Once you put a toddler in and all the gear there is a fair bit of weight. You notice the hills more.

My kids love ours and I use it a lot more than I expected.

Addition info

That is a clamp hitch you put it on the chain stay (close to the axel so your foot won't hit it) and screw it up tight (real tight). The strap (safety back up) goes around the chain stay as well if there is enough length, put a half hitch (knot) in it. It clips back to the metal loop.

You will need to line the bike up with the clamp to get it tight. The spring allows it to pull straight afterwards. Do a few short rides to make shore the clamp won't slip around into the spokes. If you can clamp a bit of the rear weld, that may help to stop it slipping.

The bike has the right gears to pull this.
good luck

Answer 4

You really need to give more information.

Some types of kid trailers attach to the seatpost, and have a quick-release on them.

If your seatpost is made of carbon fiber, I suggest you getting a different seatpost. If it is titanium, get some antisieze compound from a bike shop and apply it around the seatpost where you will put the clamp on the trailer.

Add some additional information and I will update my answer.

Update: Here is a good site that can give you some additional information, too much for me to post here.
http://hea-www.harvard.edu/~fine/opinions/trailerguide.html
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Answer 5

Unscrew the nut that fastens the axle to the bike. Place the trailer hitch on the axle and screw the nut back on tightly.

Answer 6

i dont think u should....