A Bike Trailer that is Multi-Use can be converted (using conversion kits) so it is suitable to use for different recreational activities. Biking, strolling/walking, jogging and some are even suitable for recreating in the snow.
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Multi-Use Thule Kids Bike Trailers give you lots of options to keep your family active and enjoy a wide variety of activities and environments. Multi-Use Bike Trailers can be used as a bike trailer for biking or as a stroller for walking. Some brands of trailers will also offer jogger and snow conversions for jogging/running and recreation in the snow. Our Multi-Use Trailers are Thule Trailers. All Thule Kids Bike Trailers, when purchased, have the kits required to be used as both a Bike Trailer and a Stroller. All the Trailers can be converted to a Jogger using a Jog Kit (this must be purchased separately) and are either single or double seats.
The three multi-use trailers we offer are identified by there suitability to certain environments/uses and the kits that they come with:
- Multi-Use Recreation Trailer
- Multi-Use Off-Road Trailer
- Multi-Use Sport Trailer
To understand more about what trailer would best suit your families needs see Comparing Thule Trailers
Multi Use Recreation Trailer – Single or Double
Best suited to road and sealed pathways – urban riding.
Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits
Multi Use Off Road Trailer – Single or Double
Best suited to gravel, off road as well as on trails/roads – family riding holidays/touring.
Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits
Multi Use Sport Trailer Single or Double
Suitable for all surfaces – sporty family, running, mountain biking.
Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits
Biking: Using your Multi-Use Trailer for Biking
Multi-Use Kids Bike Trailers are designed to be used with your bike as bike trailers. They attach to the rear wheel hub of the towing bike using an attachment arm. For more details about the attachment to your bike see will a Kids Bike Trailer Fit my Bike? This biking arm can be fully removed and stored on the trailer allowing you to attach other components eg wheels, to convert the trailer. Making it suitable to be used for other recreation purposes – strolling or jogging.
Please be aware that young children need to be protected from vibration and jostling as much as possible for brain development. Thule does not recommend use of the Bike Trailer from 0-12months for this reason. To use the bike trailer your child should also be strong enough to support their own head/sit for a period of time unsupported. This is usually around 9-12months.
Optional Accessories: To make your Multi-use Trailer more comfortable for your child when biking you can purchase additional padding & comfort support. Please note the Sports Trailer comes with extra seated padding in the trailers seats.
- 6-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailers seat
- 12+ months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailers seat
- 12+months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailers seat.
Walking: Using your Bike Trailer as a Stroller
A Multi-Use trailer can be used as a stroller, by converting it using the provided stroller kit. Stroller kits come as part of ALL Thule Multi-Use Trailers.
The stroller conversion kit allows you to attach two small wheels on the front of the trailer and fold away the bike arm. Allowing you to easily switch between the stroller and bike function. Both the biking arm and stroller wheels can be stored on the trailer.
Required Accessory: To use you Multi-Use Trailer as a stroller from a very early age you must purchase an Infant Sling.
- 0-10 months – Please purchase the Infant Sling
Optional Accessory: To make your Multi-Use Trailer more comfortable for your child you can purchase additional padding & comfort support.
- 6-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailer seat. Helps with transition from sling to seat.
- 12+months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailer seat
- 12+months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailer seat
Running/Jogging: Using your Bike Trailer as a Jogger
Multi-Use Trailers can be used for jogging/running by converting the trailer using a jog kit For all Thule trailers you will need to purchase this separately.
The jogger conversion kit provides you with the ability to put a single wheel at the front helping the trailer to be easy to manoeuvre and support speed and flow while jogging/running. Both the stroller wheels and biking arm need to be removed when the jog function is in use. These can be stored on the trailer while using as a jogger.
The jog kit can also be carried/stored on both the Off-Road and the Sport Bike Trailers using the designated storage area for an easy switch between recreation activities while out and about. Please be aware that young children 0-12 months need to be protected from exposure to vibration and jostling as much as possible while their brains develop. If choosing to jog with your young child take this into consideration. Good suspension on the trailer can help with reducing vibration and jostling. Please see Comparing Thule Bike Trailers.
Required Accessories: To use the Thule Trailers for Jogging the Jog Kit must be purchased separately.
To make your Multi-Use Trailer safe to use as a jogger with a very young child you need to purchase an additional accessory. Please note potential issues with jogging with a young child outlined above.
- 0-10 months – Please purchase the Infant Sling
Optional Accessories: To make your Multi-Use Trailer more comfortable for your child you can purchase additional padding & comfort support
- 10-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailer seat. Helps with transition from sling to seat
- 12+months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailer seat. Note the Sports Trailer comes with extra padding
- 12+ months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailer seat.
Skiing : How to use your Bike Trailer for Skiing
Multi-Use bike trailers also have the ability to be used for recreation in the snow by converting it into a ski pulk (cross country skiing being pulled behind an adult cross country skier). The ski conversion kit must be purchased separately for ALL Thule Kids Bike Trailers. Please CONTACT goRide for availability details.
Thule Kids Trailer Accessories – Safety and Comfort Accessories
Infant Sling
Use with stroller/jog kits from 0-10 months
Must be purchased separtely
For using your Thule Trailer as a stroller/jogger before your child can sit independently, up to 10 months. Insert this easy to attach infant sling. Will fit ANY Thule Trailer… LEARN MORE
Head & Neck Support
Use with stroller/jog/bike from 6-18 months
Must be purchased separtely
Add support and comfort to any Thule Trailer seat for your young child. Good for transition from sling to trailer seat. Especially good for off road surfaces. Use with 6 to 18 month olds. Neck and body padding… LEARN MORE
Seat Padding
Use with stroller/jog/bike from 12 months
Sport Trailer comes with good seat padding.
Must be purchased separately for Recreation and Off-Road trailers
Add padding to your Recreation or Off-Road Thule Trailer. Especially good for off road, bumpy surfaces, gravel roads and long ride times to help with comfort… LEARN MORE
Insulated bag
Use with stroller/jog/bike from 12months
Must be purchased separtely
Use with any Thule Trailer for warmth in all the seasons and all kinds of weather. A warm fleece lined bag, compatible with all Thule trailers… LEARN MORE
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