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With the shotgun MTB tow rope, you’ll take the hassle out of hill climbs – and enjoy bigger family rides together.
ABOUT THE SHOTGUN MTB TOW ROPE
Specifically designed for mountain bike families
Shock absorbing stretch for a comfortable tow uphill
Quick to attach and remove (stem loop + carabiner included)
Load rated to 500lb / 225kg (suitable for big kids too!)
Also available is the shotgun tow rope combo, which includes our kids hip pack – the perfect place for stashing the tow rope during your family ride.
"The shotgun seat was great when my son was younger, but now that he’s pedalling his own bike, the hills can be pretty challenging for his little legs. The tow rope has been a game changer, now we can tackle bigger adventures together" – Dan
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.
Installation video
Shipping information:
Items are shipped from our Sparks (Nevada) warehouse
Your order will be delivered within 3-7 days
We offer free shipping on all orders above US$39
Otherwise shipping is US$6 per order
Shipping covers all tax, duty and customs charges for USA and Canada. Orders from other countries may be subject to tax, import duties or customs charges. Learn more about shipping and returns.
“The Kids Ride Shotgun tow rope is a great way of helping your kids enjoy their ride a little more. By taking the sting out of long climbs and steep ramps, you not only help them conserve energy for the descents but also open up the possibility of longer rides and bigger smiles!”
– Finlay, Enduro Magazine
If you’re looking for a way to get your kiddo up hills and to ride longer distances, without tears or whining, consider the Kids Ride Shotgun tow rope. If you love biking with your kids, it might be the best $60 you’ll ever spend.
– Kirsten, Rascal Rides
If you are going to buy a tow rope, I think you'll be hard-pressed to beat the Kids Ride Shotgun experience.
– Pete, NSMB
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.
I’ve had the Shotgun seat for the last 3 years and loved going riding with my daughter. Big fan of the seat. Now she’s riding her own bike (5 years old) but struggling with hills, I decided to try the tow rope. We went for our first ride yesterday and it was excellent. We did a 7.5km up and down hills.I had her brother (3 years) on the shotgun seat, and the 5 year old being towed up hills. It was easy to slip on/off when required, and was perfect giving her support up hills without either of us feeling any jerking. Worked really well. Just like the seat, I highly recommend this product.
With this equipment they can go out and avoid melting down, which sometimes can be terrible, and make it always fun instead. The Hip pack is very cool and fits perfectly.
Heerlijk om samen met m'n zoon van bijna 4 overal heen te fietsen! Met de MTB of de stadsfiets. Hij vindt het geweldig. We gaan wel alleen over rustige fietspaden omdat hij wel wat kan slingeren.
We’re on a mission to raise the next generation of mountain bikers!
World-class safety
Long before our products hit the market, they go through rigorous safety testing and quality control – in the factory, at accredited third party testing laboratories and on the trails.
Designed in New Zealand
Because we're from the outdoor mecca of New Zealand, a passion for nature and the outdoors flows through everything we do, and to protect the environment we love, we strive to make our packaging from 100% recycled materials wherever possible.
From book to bike
We see our business as a vehicle for raising the next generation of mountain bikers, and re-invest all profits into product development. When you buy our products, you’re not only buying special time with your little one, you’re also buying into the future of the sport we all love.
