Friday 12 December 2008

Kettler Flipper Bicycle Seat

I have found something interesting on Amazon. Some of you might not ever heard about this before. This is Kettler Flipper Bicycle Seat which is quite cheap on Amazon. So, I have to say "it's a big BARGAINNNNNNN"
If you don't buy it, you will regret later. hehe.
I have some information copied from Amazon( I hope they will not accuse me about license on this information)

Kettler Flipper Bicycle Seat

  • Secure children's bicycle seat made of injection-molded, high-impact resin
  • Attaches via universal mounting bracket that fits virtually any bicycle
  • 7-position footrest with adjustable straps; adjustable headrest and backrest
  • Pair of removable soft-sided storage bags; 5-point safety harness and lap bar
  • 50-pound weight capacity; 3-year residential warranty (1 year institutional)

There is some information from the distributor to specify this product.

This versatile child carrier fits virtually all bicycle frames.

Features:

  • Three-piece injection-molded, high-impact resin body with spoke guard
  • Seven-position adjustable foot rests with adjustable foot straps
  • Reclining back rest for a more comfortable position
  • Kettler Natural Suspension System
  • Three-position adjustable wrap-around headrest
  • Five-point adjustable safety harness
  • Locking safety lap bar
  • 100% washable cotton padding
  • Two removable side panniers for storage
  • Weight limit of 50 lbs
  • No luggage rack required
  • Measures 28" x 14" x 15"
Safely haul your child along whether you're cycling around town or to the grocery store with the Kettler Flipper bicycle seat. The seat is attached via Kettler's natural suspension system, which includes a universal mounting bracket that fits virtually any bicycle. Just as importantly, the seat holds your child in a comfortable, secure position thanks to the adjustable headrest and backrest and the seven-position footrest (with adjustable straps).

To ensure that your child is protected at all times--even during sudden stops--Kettler added a five-point safety harness and a safety lap bar. When you arrive home, simply remove the single pull pin from the universal mount and the Flipper comes off in an instant. Other details include two removable soft-sided storage bags and a 50-pound weight capacity. Made of three-piece, injection-molded, high-impact resin, the Flipper comes with all the tools you need for installation and is backed by a three-year residential warranty.

Here it is, some specification for Kettler Flipper Bicycle Seat.
  • Amazon Maximum Age : 120 months
  • Amazon Minimum Age : 60 months
  • Batteries Included : 0
  • Binding : Sports
  • Color : Gray/Blue
  • Label : Kettler
  • Manufacturer : Kettler
  • Model : 8947-525
  • Number Of Items : 1
  • Publisher : Kettler
  • Studio : Kettler
  • Variation Description : Gray/Blue
  • Click here to view more description

Here it is, some specification for Kettler Flipper Bicycle Seat.

I have always been impressed with Kettler's balance bike and tricycles. Because of my appreciation for these, I decided to order the Kettler bicycle seat rather than the "Copilot" bicycle seat that most people around here own. In hindsight, this was a bad decision.



1. the installation directions are a mess. In addition to the fact that the booklet consists only of pictures, which are in some cases not clear, the particular booklet that shipped with my seat was not even correct! Step 6 depicts the use of an 8mm bolt in a manner that violates the laws of physics. A copy of the same booklet downloaded from their website does not have the same error, and completely redoes several of the pictures.



2. Some installation hardware was missing, including one non-locking nut and a 22mm washer. Between the missing parts and the inaccurate instructions, installation took about three hours, plus a trip to the hardware store to buy replacements for the missing pieces.



3. I am not entirely comfortable with the mechanism that prevents the seat from sliding off the back of its supporting rack. I added a carabiner to the rear to reduce the risk.



4. The instructions require that the pivot at the back of the seat be at most 10cm behind the rear axle of the bike. On my bike at least, this left my heels slamming into the footrests of the seat on every pedal revolution. I moved the seat farther back after one ride.



5. The saddle bags are poorly designed and difficult to open one-handed. Given the need to hold the bike upright with one hand when a child is in the seat, this makes the bags much less useful. The bags should have double zippers with much bigger pulls, at the least.



6. The seat cushion is, in my opinion, ugly.



On the positive side, the seat is easy to remove, which simplifies my carrying of the bike down to storage in our basement after a ride. My daughter finds it comfortable and, even without my reclining the seat, she falls asleep in it without trouble. The seat belts and lap bar seem safe and give me peace of mind. I thought my daughter would object to the ankle strap (intended to prevent a child from kicking his or her parent in the rear while riding), but she did not mind. Of course, when she gets bored, she can still lean forward and hit me in the rear with her fists.
Excellent child bike seat!! I find it very safe and a confortable ride for both my 2 year old daughter and myself. The only reason I do not give it 5 stars is because of the cheap fabric that tears at the seams after the first couple of rides. Even with this issue I recommend this seat highly.
As others mentioned, the seat installation instructions are a little challenging. I spent almost 2.5 hours getting it properly installed on my Mountain bike. Installing it takes a little patience, but once installed, it has performed great. I like that you can lean it back a little bit, and the seat sides help protect him, especially while cycling passed othes. Our chlid weights ~ 20 lbs. I would buy this seat again.
I had purchased two child bicycle seats before this one, just to find out they would not work due to an unusual mountain bike frame on my bike. After doing some reseach online it looked like the Kettler seats would be the only kind that might work. Thankfully it does, though it took a good hour or more for my husband to get it on for me. My only complaint is that I can not ride with my peddle cages, if I do my heels hit the foot rests on the seat. Other than that, I'm happy to have something to plop my 22 month old on and just go (we have a trailer, but I hate having to put it together everytime I want to take a quick ride). The seat is so easy to put on and remove when I hang my bike up while I'm not riding, or if I'm not taking him. I think he prefers to go in the trailer, but he's starting to get used to the seat.
The Kettler Flipper was highly recommended by a friend. I had looked at baby carriers that are towed behind the bicycle but I did not want all that weight. The Flipper was easy to install even though the directions are in pictograms rather than words. A bracket attaches to the bike frame below the seat post and it can be adjusted up and down and rotated to get the angle right -- I had to raise the bracket after initial installation to avoid hitting it with my knees when I pedal. The seat and attached frame slip and clamp into the bracket, which takes a bit of work -- removing it takes a second or two, so you can ride without the seat when you are solo. The baby is well protected, feet strapped in as well as torso. The seat reclines a bit for comfort. Light weight, easy on and off, baby safe and comfortable -- an excellent bike seat for baby.

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I hope you will be happy with this product. Thanks cartooniverse.co.uk or zemaserver.com to provide us this information.

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