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Bobike ONE Mini

Easy to use, my son loves sitting in front

Pros & Cons

Fitting the base is easy on a plunging stem, slightly more complex on an aheadset stem (I was able to test both cases). Good point about the dual compatibility without additional purchase. Positioning on the chainstay could be simplified: I received a keyring-type ring, which is a bit tedious to use. However, the instructions show an open R-shaped piece of metal that seems much more practical, perhaps two versions of the product. The seat is of good quality. The belt, although only 3-point, is secure. The child is well positioned. No discomfort when steering the bike, at least with a one-year-old child. However, like all front seats, you need to be careful about the geometry of your bike. The seat takes up space between the handlebars and the saddle: you may no longer be able to get off in front of your saddle, with the frame between your legs, because the seat takes up all the space. So you have to be on your feet, sitting down. At least that's the case with our two bikes, a Cube Travel Pro and a VSF T100. We abandoned the idea of a front seat on my wife's Cube; for my T100, I was able to fiddle around by buying a seatpost with a rear retraction (Ergotech Futura), and set the handlebars higher, which gives a position similar to that of a city bike, while keeping the seat height adapted to my height. The above comments are not specific to this product, but to the type of seat. On the other hand, I think that the model could take up a little less space if the fixing holes on the base were further forward (we could have taken up precious centimetres). These geometry problems are probably absent from Dutch or similar bikes. Also perhaps less present for taller riders?

Pros & Cons

Solid feeling seat that is easy to assemble. Solid screen too, which is easy to take off if you want. Only downside is that it is a bit fiddly with the foot straps, but perhaps you will get used to this. Very satisfied, also with the quick delivery.

Pros & Cons

I spent at least half an hour installing the child seat. Because I have a bike where the bar is not visible, I had to do a lot of handling to install the seat. I don't like that as much. Once connected, it is very easy and nice to use. Therefore, a 7.

Pros & Cons

I can't turn very far but I like her in front where I can see her.