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[SEUC-OCD]

Just another use for VELCRO.   Har!  spyder

Ya know, that's actually not a bad idea!   [smiley=idea.gif]

I just thought of something pretty simple.  Imagine some nylon straps (like on a back pack) that makes an X in the back.  Basically, 2 loops attached to a belt piece |_|, then crossed X.  A piece of cloth sewn across the X.  

Now, you have 2 of these, and each cloth has industrial strength velcro sewn on to it.  One is fastened to the seat back, and one to the child.  Strong enough to stop from slipping off, but not to strong as to strap to the bike.

All of this material could be purchased at any fabric store, and practically any cleaners that has a seamstress or a sewing machine could stitch it together.

You might also want to incorporate some of those strap quick-release latches in front so the child can easily take the harness on and off, and it also makes it adjustable.  Also the same thing as on a back pack.

In another life, I'm a billionaire because I actually moved on all of the ideas I've had!  

[Free]

Okay, based on all the postings, I think it comes down to a number of choices for me

1. Strap him to the bike (doesn't seem very popular)
2. Strap him to me ( a bit more popular)
3. Dont let him fall asleep (unlikely)
4. DVD player in the driver backrest to keep him engaged (just kidding)

thanks for all the ideas.  My boy is very excited about the trip.

Andrew

[spydglide]

the truth is oft said in jest !   har!  spyder

[Free]

no wonder why my mother-n-law doesn't find me funny

[MJZ]

The most important thing, someone mentioned earlier, [highlight]make plenty of stops[/highlight].
My son is now 18 but from the time he was 4, I would take him on both my dirt and springer. He loved it and everyone is right, it was incredible bonding. At ages up to 12 or 13, his attention span was limited. I found that plenty of stops worked great, snacks, stopping by neat stuff like lakes and places with video machines. No big meals (or both of us would fall asleep).

[Free]

good stuff

thanks

[hd-dude]

I saw this ad in American Iron on Child Restraints for bikes, They look pretty cool But i'm not sure if I like the idea of being tethered together [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

www.beprsystem.com

[Twolanerider]

I saw this ad in American Iron on Child Restraints for bikes, They look pretty cool But i'm not sure if I like the idea of being tethered together [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

www.beprsystem.com

Cool idea or not $120.00 for what is basically a couple of nylon straps and a couple of D-rings is a bit much.

[hd-dude]

Cool idea or not $120.00 for what is basically a couple of nylon straps and a couple of D-rings is a bit much.

[ccr]

Well, I don't have kids, nor am I qualified to ride with a passenger, but a quick search found an interesting article on the topic;

1.  MVA Riding with Children

 [smiley=cherry.gif]

[greglyon]

good article.  makes sense.

[HUBBARD]

Yeah, 'er 'uh, freefxrs,
  I've been Blessed with two beautiful Daughters, Carly, 19, and Carlyn, 10.  I took them for their first rides at age 4.  I can still hear the never-ending giggles, from the time they got on, 'till the time we got back!  Given the passenger area on an Ultra is more supportive, and protective, than a lesser Bike, I straped them in with a bungy cord, and a full-face helmet.  You can rest assured, I was always at my cautious best.  [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif] Funny, when I have the pleasure taking them for a ride even now, they both still say, "Faster, Daddy!"  I guess the Apple don't fall far from the Tree!  [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]  Later--HUBBARD  

[Free]

Hubbard

sounds like you have some good experience with the kids
have you taken them on any long trips (multiple days)? If so, any secrets/wise advice about what to do/keeping them engaged etc.?

I do plan to take some short trips with my son before the longer 5 day trip and will of course plan to stop often and try and see some interesting sites along the way. We will be taking the coast up from SF to Cananda so there are a lot of cool things to see (redwoods, dunes, tourist attractions, mountains etc.).

[spydglide]

they both still say, "Faster, Daddy!"

[Fired00d]

Hmmm, I'm reading this thread and hearing everyone talking about kid(s) falling asleep, and I'm thinking did I marry a "Kid"? I have this problem with my better half when we go on long rides. I've lost count of all the times I've received a helmet but from the rear as she nods off.