Bicycling with a kid?

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I was hoping some of you could help me out with some recommendations and advice. I'd like to start using my bike more. I want to be able to take my son (almost 2 years) along with me.

Do you use one of those trailers or a kid seat that attaches to the bike?

If you use a trailer, the kid still needs to wear a helmet, right?

[coconutbug]

I use a trailer and both kids wear helmets. Pulling them is a good workout!

[RoryGilmore]

Trailer with helmets for us, as well. The seat on the back really throws off my balance and I don't trust myself to not wreck with my balance out of whack.

[sadlebred]

Trailers. The kid seats are dangerous. If you fall, it is 3-5 feet for the kid to fall and hit their heads.

[lara]

I use a trailer and helmet with my two-year old.  I like the idea of the kid seats, but I was concerned about the safety.  I got a relatively inexpensive trailer from Amazon, and it works great!