Tow ropes are an essential piece of kit for any MTB family – you’ll take the hassle out of hill climbs, and enjoy bigger family rides together. Our MTB tow rope includes a stem loop for fitting with any bike.
ABOUT THE MTB TOW ROPE
Specifically designed for mountain bike families
Shock absorbing stretch for a comfortable tow uphill
Stem loop included
Load rated to 500lb / 225kg (suitable for big kids too!)
"We love to get out biking as a family, but sometimes the hills are a little too steep or just too hard for the kids after a long bike ride. The tow rope goes on so easily and just gives the perfect amount of help needed for the kids to get up the hills. Charlene H - Canada
Q: What age is the tow rope suitable for? A: The shotgun tow rope is designed with kids in mind, but it’s suitable for adults too – as it’s rated to 500lb / 225kg. For kids, we’ve found that the tow rope works best once they’re confidently riding a pedal bike themselves, usually this is once they are riding a 16" or 20" wheel bike.
Q: Is the tow rope safe for use on Ebikes? A: We’re aware of many customers using their tow ropes with Ebikes and we haven’t heard of any issue to date. To minimise load on the Ebike motor we recommend the person being towed is also pedalling.
Q: Is the tow rope safe for use on dropper posts? A: The majority of our customers use their tow rope on dropper posts and we aren’t aware of any issues. To minimise wear and tear on your seat post you should remain seated when towing.
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Our tow rope’s gentle stretch is designed to give a smooth towing experience, without any sudden jolts.
Multi-strand embedded elastic core
Our tow rope features a unique embedded elastic core, making it stronger than other tow ropes.
From balance bikes to big bikes
With a load rating of 500lb / 225kg, our tow rope is suitable for small kids and big kids alike.
Stem loop included
The MTB tow rope is suitable for use on bikes with any stem type.
The stem loop method is quick and easy to attach to bikes with stem bolts. Simply loop over your kids stem and hook it under the stem bolts.
For bikes without stem bolts, loop the paracord around the stem and feed the rope back through itself.
Hook up + hit the trails
Using the Shotgun tow rope is easy.
Connect the tow rope to the trailing bike.
Loop the other end over the saddle of the lead bike.
Make sure the person being towed is ready, and set off gently. Easy!
FAQ
A: The shotgun tow rope is designed with kids in mind, but it’s suitable for adults too – as it’s rated to 500lb / 225kg. For kids, we’ve found that the tow rope works best once they’re confidently riding a balance bike or pedal bike themselves.
A: Yes! We’re aware of many customers using their tow ropes with E-bikes and we haven’t heard of any issue to date. To minimise any load on the E-bike motor we recommend the person being towed is also pedalling.
Yes! The majority of our customers use their tow rope on dropper posts and we aren’t aware of any issues. To minimise wear and tear on your seat post you should remain seated when towing.
A: Yes, our tow rope has been tested in hot and cold temperatures, and is safe for use in all conditions.
A: Our mission is to help raise the next generation of mountain bikers. For us, that means getting more kids (and families) onto the trails. If your kid doesn’t mind riding uphill, and you don’t need a tow rope, then that’s cool with us! But if you’d like to tackle bigger adventures, together or ride further than little legs than handle, then that’s where our tow rope comes in.
An absolute must for anyone biking with young riders
What a perfect addition to my biking arsenal. Allows you to go further and anywhere with your kids. You’ll avoid all melt downs and never hear “I’m too tired” or “ I can’t make it up that hill”. Such a great product and was at my door in no time.
We bought this to accompany us during family cross-country MTB rides, and thanks to this easy to use tow-rope, our 6-year-old son made it through 15 km of hilly terrain. Easy to pack and use, glad we bought it.
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