Dog/child pull behind carrier recommendations...frame mounted

[jcpawlak]

We have a 19" RadCity and RadCity Step-Thru. My wife would like to be able to bring our dogs (each about 60-65 pounds) on some of our rides, which would be on paved trails/roads. Are there any recommended carrriers that have this weight capacity, and are mounted directly to the frame (rather than rear axle)? Any insights or ideas would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

 

[WilliamT]

This trailer would be strong enough to hold 2 dogs. It has a weight limit of 180 lbs but does require attaching to the rear axle of the bike.

 

[jcpawlak]

This trailer would be strong enough to hold 2 dogs. It has a weight limit of 180 lbs but does require attaching to the rear axle of the bike.

Thanks for the link, looks like a nice unit. We don't necessarily need to carry both dogs in one, so might be overkill on weight limit but better more than less capacity! I am suspecting there aren't many (if any) non-axle mounted options out there. The question is do I try and customize/modify something to attach to the frame, or just go on the rear axle and hope for the best.

 

[WilliamT]

They have ones that clamp to the seat post frame for carrying kids but I'm not sure how safe that is. I have a cargo bike and when I'm carrying someone and lean into a turn, I can feel the extra weight in the rear. It's unsettling. I figure the it would feel with same with a frame attached carrier.

I also have another bike that is dedicated for towing my trailer and its much easier to steer. I can lean and rides like a regular bike.

 

[Motomem]

I have been looking at this on Amazon. I have a Radrover and want something to haul my grand kids around it. I think it is rated at 80lbs and like 120.00. I can't find anything else to work from. Amazon also has ball hitches that mount to the seat post that you can use to make your own trailer. Take a look
Aosom Folding Bike Cargo Trailer Cart with Seat Post Hitch- Black

 

[jcpawlak]

I have been looking at this on Amazon. I have a Radrover and want something to haul my grand kids around it. I think it is rated at 80lbs and like 120.00. I can't find anything else to work from. Amazon also has ball hitches that mount to the seat post that you can use to make your own trailer. Take a look
Aosom Folding Bike Cargo Trailer Cart with Seat Post Hitch- Black
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Thanks for the tip, that looks like it might work perfectly!

 

[Greencat]

Can I ask why you want a frame mount instead of axle?

 

[Motomem]

I have read that on the Radrover the axle mount won't work.
I have since found out there is a mount for the kickstand - https://mri-denver.com/shop?olsPage=t/rad-power-bike-accessories
I am not sure how it works but the site has some interesting stuff.

 

[Greencat]

I have installed an Axle mount on my radcity. We use it to pull our 50 pound fur baby. I had to grind down the nut to make it work.

 

[jcpawlak]

I purchased the Aosom one to give it a try (frame mount instead of axle, whether necessary or not). Will custom-make an enclosure for it, likely out of PVC and mesh, and I'll have a dual-purpose trailer. If nothing else, a fun little project

 

[Motomem]

Keep us up to speed on it. Same idea you have but lazy until the fall.