Xtracycle rain gear

[dasgeh]

If you’re interested in a more family-bike-hack solution, I’ve seen some pics online of families that have used stroller canopies and rain gear, and even umbrellas for kids on the back of a long tail.

[jrenaut]

That sounds expensive and bulky. I was looking for something a little less permanent, I guess.

[dasgeh]

@jrenaut 89021 wrote:

That sounds expensive and bulky. I was looking for something a little less permanent, I guess.

~$30 v. ~$10 for something like this

[jrenaut]

@dasgeh 89022 wrote:

~$30 v. ~$10 for something like this

Interesting. Though i don’t really care if I get wet, it’s more for the kids. Also I’m completely incompetent at sewing. I’d likely have to bribe my sister-in-law.

[ShawnoftheDread]

Umbrellas mounted to the rails that wrap around the rear deck. It would look pro.

[Phatboing]

@jrenaut 89015 wrote:

I was thinking of getting the kids rain ponchos for those unexpected summer rains. Does anyone have either a better suggestion for keeping them dry, or recommendations on a poncho? I don’t really want the glorified garbage bags from the dollar store, but if the more expensive ones aren’t any nicer…

These: http://froggtoggs.com

Not particularly breathable, but inexpensive and dry dry dry.

[americancyclo]

http://sport-brella.com/shelters/versa-brella

[jrenaut]

Man, you all are crazy. I’m getting $1 ponchos from Target.

Although I bet I could get a custom cover for the back done by a company that makes boat covers….

[dbb]

how come nobody has developed a Bimini for an Extracycle or box bike?

[jrenaut]

@dbb 89046 wrote:

how come nobody has developed a Bimini for an Extracycle or box bike?

To Kickstarter!

[americancyclo]

@dbb 89046 wrote:

how come nobody has developed a Bimini for an Extracycle or box bike?

just the bents
http://www.amazon.com/Semi-Rigid-EZ-Canopy-Recumbent-Bicycles/dp/B002DVQA2G

[Dickie]

Let the kids get wet…. it will be the most fun part of their day… albeit, the worst part of yours.

[ShawnoftheDread]

@Dickie 89053 wrote:

Let the kids get wet…. it will be the most fun part of their day… albeit, the worst part of yours.

Kids will whine about getting sprinkled on, even as they soak themselves splashing in puddles.

[cvcalhoun]

This guy came up with a canopy for an Extracycle, and posted instructions for making it.

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@dbb 89046 wrote:

how come nobody has developed a Bimini for an Extracycle or box bike?

[cyclingfool]

@cvcalhoun 89220 wrote:

This guy came up with a canopy for an Extracycle, and posted instructions for making it.

Better hope you don’t encounter too brisk of a crosswind.

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