In pursuit of EWS glory, Giant Factory rider Josh Carlson has implemented a unique family-friendly training programme – which he expects to pay dividends on race day.
Video filmed in Wollongong, Australia by
Matt Staggs Visuals.
To learn more about the Shotgun child seat, see
Kids Ride Shotgun.
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Protip: Save that carbon frame for the love of god and get yourself a macride!
The Wehoo is another capable option with some mods. Kid is well protected. I removed the heavy crankset on mine. The worst option is your typical 2 wheels trailer.. not really singletrack worthy...
My daughter and I both love it, she's always asking to go mountain biking.
Cool for very smooth trails
But i do disagree about the center of gravity. The truth is, there isn't another device that physically locates the kids weight closer the riders CG (When seated). Maybe it is the BALANCE you don't like, but that's an entirely different thing.
For me, i find adjusting to this means NOT doing a lot of things i would normally do when i ride, but personally this seat wasn't purchased for me. I use it to get them out there, and upfront, feeling the bike move, and moving with it. This is a more meaningful experience of a bike ride in my eyes, then being strapped in for a ride.
I also use my shotgun on a carbon frame and no issues if installed correctly.
Important consideration regardless of what system you use, the goal should be to have fun and not crash with your kids. If you go down and they are caught up in either the bike, or under your weight, they will get hurt. Exposing your kids to trail riding early = Good, exposing your kids to unessesary risk and injury = bad! Know your limits and stay within them.
I think the author needs to go back to "shool" to learn how to spell 'school'!