Reviewed by Stephen M., from United States
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Great assist
Great to assist kids and get the whole family out on a ride.
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With the shotgun bike 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
Technical specifications:
- 1.7m / 5.5 feet un-stretched – 3.3m / 10.8 feet stretched (polyester)
- Black alloy carabiner and pink paracord (5mm)
- Load rated to 500lb / 225kg (one size fits all)
- Product weight: 0.25kg
FAQ:
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.
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.
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.
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 Paignton (Devon) warehouse
- Your order will be delivered within 3-5 working days
- We offer free shipping on all orders above £30
- Otherwise shipping is £5 per order
Shipping covers all tax, duty and customs charges. Learn more about shipping and returns.
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Introducing the Shotgun Tow Rope
WATCH TOW ROPE VIDEOShock absorbing stretch
Our tow rope’s gentle stretch is designed to give a smooth towing experience, without any sudden jolts.
Multi-strand embedded elastic core
Our tow rope features a unique embedded elastic core, making it stronger than other tow ropes.
From balance bikes to big bikes
With a load rating of 500lb / 225kg, our tow rope is suitable for small kids and big kids alike.
Stem loop or carabiner?
The Shotgun tow rope includes attachments for two different mounting methods.
The stem loop method is quick and easy to attach. Simply loop over your kids stem and hook it under the stem bolts.
The carabiner method is extra secure and recommended for younger kids, or for longer, steeper tows. This method is suitable for any stem.
Hook up + hit the trails
Using the Shotgun tow rope is easy.
Connect the tow rope to the trailing bike using the stem loop or carabiner attachment.
Loop the other end over the saddle of the lead bike.
Make sure the person being towed is ready, and set off gently. Easy!
Media Reviews
“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
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Reviewed by Andrew S., from United Kingdom
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Worth the money ten times over!
Has changed bike rides for me and my little girl! Best £55 I’ve ever spent and have told everyone about it.
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Reviewed by Dan H., from New Zealand
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Great piece of Kit
Been looking at these for a while and should have done earlier. What a great piece of kit to help out with the kids (even hijacked it for towing them on the touring ski's as well).
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Reviewed by Caterina M., from Italy
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Super 👍
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Reviewed by Mike T., from United Kingdom
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The next step from the shotgun seat
Amazing. I made a simple one but ended up getting caught in front wheel and ended up with a crash. But the kids ride shot gun is stretchy and retracts when my daughter gets closer and chunky so no catching in the wheel, its super easy to attach onto my seat and cant feel being sat on it, my daughter unhooks the Carabiner clip and we are good to go for another run I used to put my hand on her back and push her up but only recently she said it puts strain on her arms.
It's a must have if you love riding with your kids can get loads more riding done
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Why choose Kids Ride Shotgun?
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.
