Originally Posted by
acidfast7
I think you and I may have different definition definitions of an urban area. Austin doesn't meet my definition as the population density is way too low for a proper city. The trailers are slow and wide, the hinge point is horrible for taking turns on a separated bike lane and it's cumbersome as one can't talk with the passengers when they're cycling. The nihola is really the way to go.
Tell that to the other 5+ million people who live within a 100 mile radius of my house. Not quite NYC but I am sure we qualify as an urban area. This definition works well enough and probably applies to many of our BF members.
An urban area is the region surrounding a city. Most inhabitants of urban areas have nonagricultural jobs. Urban areas are very developed, meaning there is a density of human structures such as houses, commercial buildings, roads, bridges, and railways. "Urban area" can refer to towns, cities, and suburbs.
Take a quick look at the photo and link posted of the Chariot. The hinge point allows articulation. Look at busses, flatbed trucks, and rigs with trailers. That hinge point makes them more maneuverable not less so. You can ride lots of single track, MUP's, bike lanes, and the road with the trailers. I know. I did it lots. With 3 out of 4 of our kiddos. Have you ? I gave lots of options and pros and cons on this thread. Have you even used a bike trailer such as the Chariot in Austin, NYC, or Europe ? How many children do you have (thinking you have your first now) ? How old is the child ? Has he/she traveled extensively via bicycle and transitioned through the stages described on this thread ? Many options have been discussed, including post trailers and bakfiets when the kids begin riding recumbent and TrailABike tagalongs. Thanks for your share.