Originally Posted by
Sancycles
Perhaps the Japanese Mamachari is one of the best designed bicycle for carrying toddlers and babies. The bicycle was designed for mothers and riding this type of bicycle, one can see the stability and comfort it gives the rider
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Whereas the mamachari certainly met the needs defined by the socio-economic conditions of a developing Japan, from a purely design perspective, that style of bicycle leaves much to be desired in terms of child safety and riding efficiency.
Really, I shudder to think of what could happen to the kid on that thing in a worst case scenario that should cause the bike to go down. Having other options such as a low trailer that remains upright even when the bike goes down is a no-brainer choice for me.
That said, there have been some new developments in the style, such as the benchmark Angelina series from Bridgestone introduced this year.
At a US equivalent of about $1500 they ain't cheap, but do incorporate some much needed safety features.
I'd like one for the stable, for fun, but wouldn't pay much for what to me is a novelty ride.