The image on the right shows the same 18-month-old with a 5-year-old tester, who together max out the 80 lb. And because it’s just fabric, there’s also no easy way to wipe it down when little feet track in mud. The Allen S2 trailer has a seat similar to Burley’s but also has a thick layer of breathable padding. Budget Trailers: Burley’s hammock style seat is far superior to the hammock seat found on lower-end trailers like the InStep Take 2.

As mentioned above, the Honey Bee has the option to convert it to a stroller, which can be awesome for trips around town. Also has an additional button on the clamps where you fold the trailer as an additional safety feature to comply to an EU regulation. The single trailer is also narrower than the Burley Bee which makes it easier to maneuver thru tight areas.

Honestly, I’m a bit confused about this because other reviews I’ve read have raved that the trailer is easy to set-up, so I’m not sure if mine is somehow defective or what the deal is. Budget Trailers: The Bee’s wheels and tires are seemingly identical to the Allen S2’s, with the exception of the quick release mechanism. If you don’t want to spend a fortune on a bicycle trailer for hauling your kids, but you do want to get one that’s high-quality, durable, and easy to tow, then the Burley Bee is the trailer that you want.

The InStep Take 2’s 16″ tires on plastic rims are a no-go for us, and also don’t have a wheel guard. We know how eager you'll be to jump on your new bike and hit the dirt or tarmac, so we give you everything you need to get you set up quickly. The Bee folds down very compactly and is done quickly and easily by unhooking one of the two frame tubes from the pair of red release latches and collapsing the trailer in on itself.

The height of the shoulder straps is continuously adjustable for maximum comfort and safety in the Bee. Please be aware that this may result in your refund being less or more than what you originally paid in your local currency. And compared to other entry-level budget bike trailers, the Burley Bee is heads and shoulders above. So a single rider actually has more room to spread out in a single trailer than they do in a double.

The Allen S2 secures with a Velcro system which isn’t too bad but can get a little messy and isn’t always entirely secure with little legs kicking at the front cover. Recent additions include a hub engaged parking brake, and an additional button on the clamps where you fold the trailer as an extra safety feature.

However, we do our best to help to work with you on this and so please contact us to discuss if you are not sure on compatibility.

For Burley, those higher models come standard with a single swivel stroller wheel and also allow you to purchase conversion kits for a 4-wheel stroller or a jogging wheel. The dispatched dates/due in dates shown are an estimate of when the products will be available as provided by our suppliers. The Burley Bee has been a best-selling bike trailer for years and is Burley’s most basic single and double trailer. This is our legacy, and we build it one day at a time by investing in our products, our people and our community.

In our review, we’ll show you how the Bee compares to the Schwinn, Allen and InStep budget trailers and explain why it’s sooo worth upgrading to the Burley Bee. Our iconic bike only trailer is designed to enable family adventures without sacrificing safety or durability. If you don’t want to hassle with sunblock every time you go out for a ride, you should invest in a trailer with a sunshade. The rear of the trailer provides a spacious cargo area, internal storage pockets next to the seats for small essentials, and a recessed helmet pocket for extra headroom.