Cycling together with your little one is a special experience. As soon as your child can sit up independently, you can explore the world together on your bike! In this blog you will find everything you need to know about choosing, buying and using a safe bike seat, plus our favorite bike seats that you can rent from Tiny Library.

When can you take your baby on the bike?

You can take your child with you in a bicycle seat as soon as he or she can sit up well, usually around 9 months. Start with short rides and gradually increase the duration. Your little one's neck and back muscles are still developing and cannot absorb many shocks yet.

Which bicycle seat is suitable for your child's age?

• Front seat (9 months to 3 years) : Suitable for children up to 15 kg. Ideal for first bike rides because you can see your child well. The Thule Yepp Mini 2 offers excellent protection and at the same time you keep a good eye on your child while cycling.
  Another smart choice is the Qibbel Air front seat , which, with its ergonomic and lightweight design, ensures a safe and comfortable ride for your little one.

• Rear seat (from 3 years) : For children from 9 to 22 kg. As your little one gets older, the Thule Yepp Maxi 2 rear bike seat is an excellent choice with its robust construction and extra comfort for longer rides. The Qibbel Air rear seat with carrier mounting offers an easy-to-install alternative that is compatible with most bikes with a rear carrier.

What should you pay attention to when purchasing?

When choosing a bicycle seat, these points are essential:

1. Safety : Only purchase seats that comply with the European standard EN 14344. All bicycle seats in our range comply with this.
2. Your Child's Weight : This is More Important Than Age
3. Appropriate protection : Pay attention to a high backrest, side supports, belt and footrests with straps
4. Spoke guard : Essential to prevent accidents
5. Mounting method : Front seats must be attached to the stem or head tube. Our product pages will tell you how to attach the bike seat to your bike.

Cycling safely with a bicycle seat

Some important safety tips:

• Always make sure your bike is stable when loading and unloading
• Always use the foot straps to prevent feet from getting caught between the spokes
• Dress your child warmly, because sitting still makes them cool
• Please take into account a larger turning circle and longer braking distance

Handy accessories for extra comfort

For added comfort and safety we recommend these accessories:

• The Thule Yepp Mini windshield protects your child from the elements, wind and insects while cycling in a Thule Yepp Mini front seat.
• The Qibbel Air windshield is perfect for the Qibbel front seat and offers optimal protection against rain and wind.
• A bicycle helmet (not mandatory but highly recommended)

Why rent from Tiny Library?

At Tiny Library you not only save a lot on your wallet, but you also make a sustainable choice. By renting you always have access to perfectly maintained quality products and you can easily switch from a front seat to a back seat when your little one grows up. Smart, affordable and better for the planet!