Schwinn Joyrider Bicycle Trailer

by Cruiser Chick on March 10, 2010

51Qv9pAntlL. SL160  Schwinn Joyrider Bicycle Trailer
Price: $305.95

  • Easily converts to a stroller with included kit, Traditional jogging stroller design offers high performance
  • Folds compactly and quick release wheels come off for easy trunk storage
  • Parent tray and pockets for snacks and drinks, Comfortable and adjustable handle for an effortless run
  • Roomy and adjustable canopy for plenty of sun protection, Spacious underseat basket for all your extra gear
  • Secure child harness and cockpit, plus shocks for added comfort, Seats one child up to 50 lbs

Product Description
Never leave the little ones behind with the Schwinn® Joyrider™ bike trailer. Designed to attach to nearly any bicycle’s rear hub, it holds two children (100 lbs total weight) within the roomy, padded cabin. The seat back reclines for your children’s comfort on long rides, and convenient pockets keep snacks and drinks handy. For additional utility, the Joyrider™ trailer converts to a stroller and folds for easy storage…. More >>

Schwinn Joyrider Bicycle Trailer

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melissa padilla March 10, 2010 at 10:01 am

This is my 2nd bike trailer, the first was an Instep brand. I hated it! I returned it- the main reason was the seats were TERRIBLE! My daughters were basically suspended from their crotches by the time we got done with our first (and last) ride. So the most important feature I was looking for when finding the Schwinn PR150 was comfortable seating…with which I am fully satisfied. These seats are big and cushy with comfortable harnesses.

Other reasons I am happy with this purchase:

-Easily converts to double stroller (includes wheel- no need to purchase seperate kit)

-Cool updated look- a little newer than most trailers

-Comes with zip-off weather protector

-Storage area behind kid’s seat

-Large storage pouch on the back

-Large storage and cupholder thing on handle (when used as stroller)

-Very easy to set up

-Very easy to convert from trailer to stroller and bar that hooks to bike folds under nicely.

I would definitley reccommend this product. It’s worth the extra money and the quality surpasses the Target one I originally bought. I also looked into Burley, Ive heard good things about them, but decided on this because it was about a hundred bucks cheaper and came with conversion kit.

Rating: 5 / 5

Joshua B. Wager March 10, 2010 at 11:41 am

My husband and I read the reviews on this bike trailer/stroller and decided to give it a try.

When I got it in the mail it was VERY easy to set up; I think I only had to put the wheels in and open it up. My son instantly climbed in and sat there as happy as could be.

It is too wide to fit in regular sized doors. The wheels are easy to pop off (push of one button), and if you take one wheel off you can fit through any door.

The swivel wheel works great, however it does rattle a little when trying to jog with it, so I recommend also buying the jogging wheel attachment separately if you plan to use this as a jogging stroller.

The reclining seat is not much of a recline. It is leaned back a little but your child is still sitting up fairly straight. It is NOT a 5 point harness, which would have been a little nicer.

The one major complaint that I have about this thing is that I cannot fold it down. It is supposed to be an “easy one hand shut” and I cannot get it shut for the life of me. I don’t have enough hand strength to squeeze the button down as far as it needs to go to get it shut. I have tried using my thumb, palm even both palms when squeezing the button and I can’t get it shut. My husband has no issues, but I can’t do it which is very disappointing because now I can’t bring this anyplace by myself.

The cup holder does come off easily so use caution when using this. It is attached with just a hook so if you go over any bump it might fly off.

There is not much room for storage.

The seat is padded for the children which is a nice feature.
Rating: 4 / 5

B. K. Stinson March 10, 2010 at 11:50 am

I bought this one because I admit I liked how it looked. I looked at some in stores and this is the only one that had padded seats. I am not in shape right now and bought this so I could get in shape. Most of the reviews complain about the weight. Honestly I didn’t even notice it behind me (I rode for 40 minutes with no problems.) It turns extremely easy, both directions.

I love that it comes with a stroller wheel and that the tow arm tucks neatly away in stroller form. (I always thought it looked tacky on other trailers when you could clearly see it was a trailer turned stroller with the tow arm in front and tiny wheel to convert to stroller.) It is very easy to convert back and forth.

I noticed that others say it is too big to fit through a door. Yes it doesn’t fit with it open but if you fold it (much easier than removing the wheels as other reviews have said) then it easily fits through. I just fold it, carry it out to my bike and attach it. That is another nice thing it folds so it can be put away easily.

Both my girls love it. The only problem we have is when we stop and they want to keep going.
Rating: 5 / 5

Katarzyna Biedrawa March 10, 2010 at 1:58 pm

This trailer is very easy to use and very nice to pull, for all those that complain and are giving a bad rate, because the trailers are hard to pull specially in a hill, what are they expecting, you will be pulling 50 to 130 pounds depending on your child weight, of course it will be harder, but in the same time better, the more resistance, the more workout you will be doing, it is a great stroller-trailer and it looks great!!!!!!!!!!
Rating: 5 / 5

Rebecca Ramirez March 10, 2010 at 2:27 pm

I don’t have anything to compare this trailer to as it is my first purchase for one, but I have to comment on how light it is despite how large it seems. My niece (age 6) and nephew (age 2) fit very comfortably in it. The screen is nearly panoramic and gives the kids a nice view. Would recommend to anyone!
Rating: 5 / 5

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