5/15 Update. BuddyRiders are in stock and Shipping!
The Buddyrider™ Bicycle Pet Seat is a fun way to safely take your dog along with you on a bike ride. Unlike other dog bicycle seats on the market such as the more traditional front mounted bike basket for dogs, and any rear mounted dog seat, Buddyrider™ is mounted over the center of the bike so the extra weight has virtually no effect on handling. For larger breeds the dog trailer is ideal, but for smaller dogs weighing up to 11.5kg (25 pounds) there is no better alternative than the Buddyrider™.
Now they can enjoy cycling with you on their very own bicycle dog seat.
Fitting:
Your dog needs to be 25 lbs or less
Length: if your dog is 12-16 inches long from the base of its tail, to the front of its chest – the BuddyRider should work great as is. Dogs less than 12 inches long from the base of its tail, to the front of its chest should consider adding the plaid cushion.
Rider:
If your bike has a low step thru frame, installing a BuddyRider will make it more difficult to get on your bike and start riding. If you can’t lift your leg to around the height of the seat of your bike, then the chances are that BuddyRider will not be a good option for you.
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Guarantee: If your pet is 25 lbs or less and not longer than 16″ from the base of the tail to the front of the chest, we are confident that your pet will love the BuddyRider. If your pup doesn’t – you can return it up to 15 days after receiving it!~ We will even refund your purchase price and the outbound shipping expense to you! You only pay for the return shipping! Of course, the BuddyRider needs to be in good condition and include all of the parts…
If we are mailing Buddyrider directly to someone as a gift, please let us know via the Notes in Paypal during checkout. We will make sure to cover over where it says ‘BuddyRider’ on the outside of the shipping box!
FAQ
Does The $159.95 Buddyrider™ come with everything I need?
Yes., unless your dog is less than 12 inches from the base of its tail to the front of its chest.
The $159.95 includes:
The Receiver (This mounts Buddyrider™ to your seatpost)
The Support Bar
The Plastic Seat Assembly
The four point harness to keep you dog in the Buddyrider™
Does the Buddyrider come in other colors?
No. The manufactured color is the color shown in the photos. If color is important to you, it might be possible to use paint that is engineered for use on plastic to change the color.
If you want to use the Buddyrider with more than one bike, you will need a second Receiver +$20
If your dog is smaller that 15-20 lbs, you might want to order the plaid cushion +$24
Designed for dogs up to 11.5kg (25 pounds) and bicycles with at least 48 cm (19″) between the seat post and the handlebar stem.
Safety Warning Please Read
If you choose to purchase and install the Buddyrider pet seat, you do so at your own risk. Cycling can be inherently dangerous especially when carrying passengers or cargo of any kind. You must wear protective gear at all times (helmet and gloves etc).
The owners, directors, employees, and or any other representatives of the Buddyrider will not be held responsible for damage caused or injury sustained through the use of the Buddyrider pet seat. Further more you assume all risks associated with the fitting and use of the Buddyrider pet seat.
Your pet must be secured in the seat at all times using the safety harness provided. See Installation tab
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Note: purchases made between mid-day on Monday and Wednesday (our weekend) will ship out on Thursday
Additional Information
Weight
7 lbs
Dimensions
21 x 10 x 7 in
Safety and Installation Instructions
Read instructions carefully before placing a pet in this seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury. By attaching the Buddyrider pet seat to a bicycle you are acknowledging that you have read and understand the warnings and instructions, and understand the inherent dangers that may be associated with transporting a pet on a bicycle. Only experienced adult cyclists, who are very confident in their abilities as a rider should transport a pet using this seat.
1. Assemble the seat by raising the front platform and securing the center support arm with one of the supplied screws and a washer. (See Fig 1. above)
2. Attach the metal bar to your bicycle seat post. There must be at least 1¾ inches of post exposed below the seat to make this connection. Keep this connection as high up the seat post as possible. This will give the rider more legroom when peddling.
3. Position the pet seat on the metal bar as far forward as possible without causing any interference with the steering post or handle bars of the bicycle.
4. Make a small pencil mark on the metal bar right behind the pet seat.
5. Remove the pet seat and also the metal bar using the quick release pin.
6. Position the pet seat on the metal bar in the same position as it was while on the bicycle and turn both of them upside down. Slide the pet seat along the metal bar as if to cover the pencil mark until four of the drill holes simultaneously line up with the screw sockets on the bottom of the pet seat.
7. Using four of the screws and washers provided, mount the pet seat to the metal bar. Make sure all four screws are in position before tightening.
Steps 1 through 7 should never need to be re-done unless the pet seat is mounted on a different size bicycle, in which case the four screws may have to be re-located in different holes to adjust the length.
8. Install the assembled pet seat to the bicycle using the quick release pin and be sure to secure that with the cotter pin provided or a small pad lock.
9. Safety Harness – Install and connect as shown
10. Your pet must be secured in the seat at all times using the safety harness provided.
11. Place your pet in the seat in a sitting position as far back in the seat as possible.
12. Connect and position the rear buckle over your pet’s shoulders and adjust the rear straps equally. Position the collar strap around your pet’s neck so it is just below your pet’s own collar. Connect the front buckle and adjust the collar strap to size.
13. When your pet is in the sitting position with their front legs along the upper platform or straight down, adjust the front straps equally so your pet is restrained from standing.
Precautions
Just like a seat belt on a child car seat, this harness is designed to limit unnecessary movement so your pet remains in a safe position to enjoy the ride.
Prior to using, check the seat is secure to the bicycle and no parts are cracked, loose, missing, or broken. Due to the size and weight associated with transporting a pet on a bicycle, extreme care must be taken at all times. The rider may be required to make quick corrective action when the pet moves its weight.
Care should be taken when placing your pet into the seat, and also when removing them. This should be done in a safe place away from distractions such as other pets and traffic.
Initial rides should be brief, over smooth ground, in a safe location and away from all distractions.
Increase the duration only when both rider and pet become accustomed and confidant.
Never leave a pet unattended in this seat. Due to the higher center of gravity, a bicycle may fall over if parked on its stand or without proper support.
Do not allow your pet to become a distraction when riding. Keep your focus on the safe operation of your bicycle, the rules of the road, the environment around you and other cyclists, pedestrians and vehicular traffic
If you have any questions or concerns about the safe and proper use of the Buddyrider pet seat, please contact:colin@buddyrider.ca Before using the Buddyrider pet seat.
