I recently had a ride on the back of our Tern, behind my wife, and made me realize it is maybe less connecting and more alienating than I realized—really just staring at the adult’s back for miles and miles. Wondering how to overcome that. - ThreadSky

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lu.is • 109 days ago

I recently had a ride on the back of our Tern, behind my wife, and made me realize it is maybe less connecting and more alienating than I realized—really just staring at the adult’s back for miles and miles.

Wondering how to overcome that.

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lauragmitchell.com•109 days ago

I know lots of folks love front loaders since you can have eye contact with your passengers.

My kids love hugging me from the passenger seat of our cargo bikes and are way more chatty on bike than when we drive. Probably because we’re taking in the world at a slower pace together.

marcprecipice.bsky.social•109 days ago

I chose a frontloader for that reason—being able to see and talk with our kids more easily. My wife chose a Tern. The kids liked both options, and liked moving between them. I think it's mostly a personal choice of bike comfort—but trying a few options is great for finding that!

serafinas.bsky.social•109 days ago

We had a front seat when our boy was a baby and toddler. The conversations and songs were magic.

steve-holdener.bsky.social•109 days ago

With really little ones, a front mounted seat (I had a Yepp Mini) is an absolute joy. Your arms envelop them, and you can hear their little voice because they’re so close to you. I miss it.

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