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Kettler Flipper Child Bike Carrier Description
The Kettler Flipper is the top of Kettler’s impressive child bicycle seat line. Unlike most child bike carriers, the Flipper does not require a frame-mounted rack – Kettler’s universal mount fits virtually any bike frame (except full suspension bikes). The exclusive one-point mounting system allows simple removal of the seat (one pull pin), and provides “natural suspension” for the child seat, minimizing the jolting effects of bumpy roads (compared to standard seats that mount to the rear axle).
Kettler Flipper Bike Child Seat – $189.00
Retail Price: $199.00
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More standout features:
Adjustable headrest and footrests for growing kids
Reclining backrest for more comfortable riding
Safety lap-crossbar
Five-point harness keeps kids safely and snugly in place
Two removable pannier bags provide extra storage space – for snacks, toys, etc.
Safely holds a child up to 50 lbs.
NOTE: Will not fit on most full-suspension mountain bikes or other non-standard frames. *Customers have mentioned they will not work on GT bikes. Please call Kettler’s parts and service department if you have questions regarding your specific application – their toll free number is 1-866-804-0440
Kettler Flipper Child Bike Carrier Details
- 3 Piece injection molded high impact resin body w/ spoke guard, removable panniers and locking lap bar
- 3 Position adjustable wrap around headrest & 7 position adjustable foot rests with adjustable foot straps
- No luggage rack required, fits virtually all bicycle frames & 50lb weight limit
- 3 Point double locking safety harness & reclining back rest for a more comfortable position
- Offers KETTLER Natural Suspension System, minimizing vibration and trauma to a child’s body
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Kettler Flipper Child Bike Carrier Customer Reviews
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(5.0 out of 5)
Not perfect but better than most.
4 stars
Reviewer: Anonymous , Mission Viejo, CA Date: November 22, 2007
I decided to start taking my 1 year son on bike rides and researched quite extensively on child seats. If you want a seat that will fit most bikes, then this is definitely the one to get. I tried the CoPilot Limo first, but the included Blackburn rack required specific rear dimensions and mounts on the bike frame to fit the rack. Most aluminum frame bikes or disc brake equipped bikes will not fit the Co-pilot. I actually gave away a Specialized Rockhopper because the bike didn’t have the mounts at the rear to mount the CoPilot’s rack. The Cannondale I bought as a repleacement has the rear screw holes, but the bike was actually too wide in the back for the Co-Pilot also, so I had to return the CoPilot. I then saw the iBert seat and thought that will be my answer. I saw the thing in person and thought it was awsome the way it fits the stem and moves with the handlebar. But instead was disappointed to find out my Cannondale stem was too wide and short to fit what otherwise was an ingenius design, that was very cool when I saw it in person. Finally, I found the Kettler and saw the mount sandwiched the frame and requires really nothing more. Although the plastic inserts said 28, 30, 32, 35 mm frame diameters, I’m quite certain most bike frames are made in those sizes, and even if you happened to have a frame 1-2 mm off, the way the frame bar is sandwiched in and secured by the 4 long bolts, the mount will still fit. Women’s bike is another story. There nothing standard about a women’s bike — The middle bar is just too fat, and most are designed to be curvy for cosmetic reasons anyways. So far, other people are right with how poorly the instruction is put together, but really there is not much to putting the thing together. 1. peel off 2 of the included inserts and place them inside the mount halves. Clip the halves on the frame and thread 4 long bolts with spacer. Before tightening, adjust the height and angles of the mount. 2. Follow the diagram to screw the seat on the plastic base. Adjust the seat belts. 3. Fit the footrest, put on some decal, secure the fabric seat with valcro. DONE! As for the complaint from another shopper about how removing the mount will take 10 minutes — Not true. I doubt anyone takes 10 minutes to take off and replace 4 bolts…… But you probably will want a traditional rack under the seat because that will prevent the side to side motion that may happen with the suspension design of this rack.
Kettler Flipper Seat Overview
5 stars
Reviewer: Anonymous , Riverside, IL Date: July 28, 2006
I never write reviews but this seat is amazing. Installed on my wife’s 2005/2006?Ladies Schwinn Crusier Three.
1) DIRECTIONS are horrible as there are no words only pictures. So plan to spend an 1 to 1.5 hours putting it together. Once installed, it is worth every penny.
2) FEATURES I LOVED AND MAKE THIS WORTH THE $: **A**The seat and bar attachment are easily removed (~2 seconds) so you can ride your bike without the seat or change from one person’s bike to another (you need to buy the mounting attachement for the additional bike). My wife loves the fact that she can quickly remove the seat for her own biking and not have to tote around an empty seat.
**B**The optional lock accessory you can buy for the seat, so someone else doesn’t remove the seat in ~2seconds as described above. (It fits into the mounting attachment. **C** The seat back extends upwards so the seat grows with a taller child. AND The foot rests move downward so it grows with the child as well. **D** the saddle bads are great and can hold bottled water and the like. They also don’t stick out and are secured with velcro on the sides and a plastic tab into the seat. (Little worry that it will be lost). **E** My daughter LOVES the fact that the seat is more “bouncy” than riding on the forks.
Nice child seat
4 stars
Reviewer: Charee , Southern Oregon Date: July 15, 2006
I looked around before purchasing this seat, and chose it because it sits on the frame, not the bar by the wheel so it has better shock absorbtion. I was a little concerned with the child harness, in that it only connects at the childs lap, and not at the chest also like a car seat. But i tightened it (my 15 mo daughter is very thin)and she cannot get out. I like the bar as well. I wasnt sure if it would be worth it to fork out over $120.00 for this, but it has been worth it! The only complaint i have are the pins that connect the seat to the attachment on the bike, there is only one, not one on each side. It still feels pretty sturdy, but i wish it had two. There is a hole for a second pin, but they didnt design it with one. I may call Kettler and ask them about this. Overall its a great seat, and we have gone on many hour rides.
Great!
5 stars
Reviewer: epinions.com , Web Date: December 30, 2005
We originally bought a Fisher Price 123 Child Seat and hated it! I don’t understand how FP advertised their 123 Child Seat as “easy to install” with a straight face. The bars that support the seat weren’t long enough and didn’t attach well to the bike’s frame. Also, there was a ton of individual parts that had to be assembled. We installed this on a Specialized mountain bike with no difficulty. Cost a lot more the the FP 123 but was so easy to install I thought I was doing it wrong. Seat was installed in 15 minutes and we were riding! Only 1 point attaches to the bike. All tools are included. Seat has foot straps, for the child, to avoid rider getting kicked or thrown off balance. Has a 5 point safety harness. Lots of visibility for the child and a high back seat. Storage pockets. Hold up to 50 pounds.
My Son love’s it!!
5 stars
Reviewer: Brett Hanson , Bohemia, New york Date: December 30, 2005
I have A schwinn hybrid bicycle with the front forks and shock seat so I was kind of skeptical about it fitting on my bike. Well I have to say it was A breeze, it attached to my bike on the down tube below my bike seat so it didnt effect my seats suspension. This seat was very well made and very sturdy. We enjoy riding on dirt paths with lots of obstacles (of course) and the seat took all the bumps and breaks extremely well. My advice, this is the one youve been looking for!!
EXCELLENT bike seat
5 stars
Reviewer: BicycleTrailers.com User , Denver, CO Date: December 30, 2005
After LOTS of research I found the Kettler Flipper bike seat. I have a women’s Specialized mountain bike and it fits my bike fine. My 2-year old son LOVES riding in it. At first I was tentative about riding with him but after a few minutes it was as if he wasn’t even there. Bike is easy to steer, turn and ride with seat. I feel that the many safety features on this bike seat make it worth every penny! You can also buy another “point of attachment” peice for another bike so you can transfer the seat quickly and easily from one bike to another. Great for long trips (when Mom gets tired!) or if you have multiple people that might like to take the tyke for a ride. Great quality seat. I highly reccomend this seat!