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Plus Hands Free Dog Bicycle Exerciser Leash Newest Model with 550-lbs Pull Strength Paracord Leash Military Grade
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Size | ONE SIZE |
Color | silver |
Brand | Walky Dog |
Material | Stainless Steel, Brass, Rubber |
Product Dimensions | 14"L x 2"W |
About this item
- TUV SUDProduct Service Certfication Approved Mark for " German quality " Tested for Safety
- High Carbon Stainless steel for strength, leash installs on virtually any bike in under 5 minutes. True Quick-release Bikle Leash for Detaching the wand and switching between bikes.
- The walky dog plus has an internal shock-absorbing system which allows for sudden movement by your dog. The walky dog plus is a sport tool for performance training of dogs
- Military Grade Paracord, 550lbs pull strength. 7 strand inner core 5/32 4mm diameter
- The Walky dog plus Lets you walk your dog and ride your bike at the same time. Length of Leash is Adjustable. Add 6.5 Inches by taking out 2 springs inside the Steel Wand that will allow extra leash length.
- The walky dog plus comes just at the right safe distance to keep the dog close to your bike but you can always let the leash out some. Keeping your dog close to the side of your bike on a short leash prevents the dog from getting in front of the bike and or behind the bike.
- Built to Last for Medium to Large dogs. The Stainless steel is Made with the highest grade of High Carbon Steel.
- Walky Dog comes with complete set up and tools for mounting.
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Sturdiness | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 2.8 | 4.2 | 1.8 |
Durability | 4.5 | — | 4.4 | — | 4.2 | — |
Easy to install | — | — | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 2.7 |
Value for money | — | — | 4.1 | 3.5 | — | 1.5 |
Sold By | Walky Dog | petbetf | Malabi Ltd | petbetf | le mei gao | petbetf |
size | ONE SIZE | — | 14 x 2 x 4 inch | Large | — | — |
material | Stainless Steel, Brass, Rubber | Alloy Steel, Nylon | Carbon Fiber | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | — |
closure type | clip | Snap | Snap | Snap | — | — |
pattern | Dog | Dog | Dog | Solid | — | — |
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Product Description
The new & improved WalkyDog Plus dog bike leash lets you safely take your dog with you on bike rides. Built to Last for Medium to Large dogs. The Stainless steel is Made with the highest grade of High Carbon Steel. Leash Has Military Grade Paracord 550-lbs pull strength, 7 strand Inner core 5/32 -4mm diameter. Quick release " which is the Patented Part" allows for you to disconnected your dog from the bike within seconds when not riding . We are the only bike leash that has this feature. No screwing just push and lock in place. To disconnect just push and pull out. The Walky dog plus Lets you walk your dog and ride your bike at the same time. Length of Leash is Adjustable. Add 6.5 Inches by taking out 2 springs inside the Steel Wand that will allow extra leash length. The walky dog plus comes just at the right safe distance to keep the dog close to your bike but you can always let the leash out some. Keeping your dog close to the side of your bike on a short leash prevents the dog from getting in front of the bike and or behind the bike. The walky dog plus has an internal shock-absorbing system which allows for sudden movement by your dog. The walky dog plus is a sport tool for performance training of dogs. Before using the walky dog plus check carefully the provisions of the Highway code. We disclaim any liability arising by using the product in the contradiction with the law in force. The walky dog should not be used when you carry children on the bicycle. Its not recommended the use of the walky dog for children under the age of 18 years old or children weighing less than 45 kg/100 lbs. The use of walky dog by children must be done under strict supervision of adults. Its not recommended the use of walky dog for puppies under the age of 12 months and / or weighing less than 15 kg / 33 lbs. Its recommended that the weight of the person is greater than at least 35 kg / 77 lbs compared to the weight of the dog.
Recommended for Medium to Large dogs, Huskies, Malamute, Bernese Mountain Dog, Akita, Boxer, Shiba Inu, German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Doberman Pinscher, American Pit Bull Terrier, Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel, Standard Poodle, Weimaraner, Terriers, Greyhound, Rottweiler, Portuguese water dog, Australian Shepherd, Springer Spaniel, Beagle, Whippet, Samoyed, and Many more.
For Shorter dogs the low rider accessory can be purchased and instead of mounting under the seat post of the bike you can mount the wand to the rear wheel axle. check out this accessory for sale called the low rider for sale on amazon.
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Stainless Steel Large Leash ClipThis Stainless Steel Large Leash Clip is for Medium to Large dogs. Built to last for the life of your dog. |
Quick Lock ReleaseQuick Lock Release, for disconnecting from bike and , or moving from bike to bike. Pull Back to engage or disengage. Solid stainless steel. Textured Grip. |
Walky Dog Plus Complete set upWalky Dog comes with complete set up and tools for mounting. |
Paracord Leash For Strength
Paracord Parachute Leash rated 550 lb breaking strength. The outer Nylon sheath has a tight braid that's tough and strong. The inner layer Has 7 strands of inner nylon. Light bands of Reflective banding. Leash length may be adjusted. To adjust the length unscrew the solid brass end cap at the end of the wand. You can then take out one or two of the three springs which will increase the length. Taking out 2 springs will allow you 6.5 inches more in leash length. For training purposes it is best to keep the dog close to the bike parallel with the rider and all three springs in use. The closer the dog is to bike the safer it is on the road. Keeping the dog close to the bike and parallel allows you to keep your eye on the road and the dog. If the dog has to much leash he falls out of your view to the back of the bike. If the dog has to much leash can run in front of your bike.
Fully Assembled Spare Jaw mounting bracket
Fully Assembled Spare Jaw for Seat Post mounting of Walky Dog Bike leash. Includes PVC rubber liner, Hexagonal Stainless Steel Allen Bolt Screws 1.5 inch. Hexagonal stainless steel Jam Lock Nuts, where the one nut is jammed up against the other to prevent movement. Quick lock release is Hand lathed for precision fit into the walky dog bike leash.
Example of safe distance of the dog to the bike and leash length. Allows the dog to be parallel with you while riding. The dog is safest in this position. With a short leash. Your dog stays in your view easily. The dog is safe from on coming traffic when held close to the bike. The leash is adjustable and can be let out to 6.5 additional inches. The Walky Dog bike leash was tested and meant the requirements of the German Equipment and Product safety Act upon its entrance into the market place in 2003. The product was test by Tuv Sud in 2003. Since 2003 we have over a million happy customers that are using our products.
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 14 x 2 x 4 inches; 2 Pounds
- Manufacturer recommended age : 18 years and up
- Item model number : WD-SS/M
- Date First Available : February 25, 2007
- Manufacturer : Walky Dog
- ASIN : B003OYIAW4
- Country of Origin : Italy
- Best Sellers Rank: #25,802 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #36 in Dog Hands Free Leashes
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TUV SUD Product Service Certification Approved Mark for " German Quality " Tested for Safety.
Ingredients
stainless steel. aluminium. brass
Directions
Installs on virtually any bike in under 5 minutes Remove item from box. Please check Brass end cap on wand to make sure is screwed down all the way and tighten. We allow the end cap to screw on and off so that you may change your leash cord out in the future or adjust the length of it. Use allen wrench to mount the jaw on the seat post. The rubber pvc liner can be used if mounting on a painted portion of your bike. The rubber pvc liner is not needed for mounting under the seat post. Mounting metal to metal provides the best grip to prevent any turning or movement of the wand. Please take the time to walk your dog with the wand unmounted from the bike to get them familiar with it.
Legal Disclaimer
The walky dog™plus is a sport tool for performance training of dogs. Before using the walky dog plus check carefully the provisions of the Highway code. We disclaim any liability arising by using the product in the contradiction with the law in force. In any case, The walky dog should not be used when you carry children on the bicycle. Its not recommended the use of the walky dog for children under the age of 18 years old or children weighing less than 45 kg/100 lbs. The use of walky dog by children must be done under strict supervision of adults. Its not recommended the use of walky dog for puppies under the age of 12 months and / or weighing less than 15 kg / 33 lbs. Its recommended that the weight of the person is greater than at least 35 kg / 77 lbs compared to the weight of the dog.
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Customers like the safety and quality of the pet supplies. For example, they say it makes bike riding very safe and the rope is very strong twined nylon. That said, some complain about the stability and tightness of the product. They say the attachment moves a bit while using and the leash is too short. Opinions are mixed on pulling.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the pet supplies. They mention that it is a great product that works well. Some say that the spring system truly works wonders and the shock springs really work. They also mention that the retractable leash works well and the dog gets a lot of exercise.
"...You get done faster and the dog is more tired, hence you can get to work sooner or go see a movie that much quicker and maybe avoid furniture..." Read more
"...This is one of the best ways to tire a dog out, but people get off easy on the bike. My dog is a fairly athletic 50lb lab mix...." Read more
"...The retractable leash works pretty well although an extension is needed to give my dog some leeway...." Read more
"...Brilliant product. Can't say enough about it." Read more
Customers like the quality of the pet supplies. They say it's sturdy, reliable, and easy to use. The rope is very strong twined nylon, and the metal parts did not fail. The clip is high quality, and it should last for a long time. It's easy to stabilize, and customers say it makes them feel secure on the bike.
"...It is very well made, simple to use and does what it promises...." Read more
"...it was very minor and easy to stabilize just by putting my feet down, walked the bike for a few seconds and then we were back at it...." Read more
"...metal bar part is spring-loaded, so it gave a little for him, but kept me balanced. My dog learned that he's not in control the bike pretty quickly...." Read more
"...I have had no problems with them tipping the bike. Make sure though that both your bike seat and Walky Dog are screwed on as tight as possible...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the pet seat easy. They mention that the product is well-made, and the attach/detach feature is simple. They also appreciate the quick release, which makes it easy to connect and disconnect the rod from the bike. Overall, customers are happy with the ease of installation and recommend it to others.
"...It is very well made, simple to use and does what it promises...." Read more
"I highly recommend this product. It’s pretty simple to install and then I love how the main portion easily snaps on and off...." Read more
"...to see how she would do, and after that it was smooth sailing--no training required, which was a HUGE surprise for me with a dog who has squirrel..." Read more
"...A great feature is that the metal bar part pops off (you have to push a button and twist, so it won't come off while riding), so I'm able to ride my..." Read more
Customers like the safety of the pet supplies. They mention that it makes biking with a nervous dog much safer for both of them. The bar keeps the dog at a safe distance from the tires, and makes it much easier to turn. They also appreciate the extra security provided by the leash.
"...The bungee cord allows elasticity and will not whiplash the dog if you have to stop quickly...." Read more
"...than her and tried to run to hide under my legs, but the leash kept her at a safe distance to not cause a huge accident that otherwise would've..." Read more
"...No flaying about or panic on my part...." Read more
"...This has never happened to me.The post interferes with pedaling - What are these people riding, their children's bikes?..." Read more
Customers like the value of the pet supplies. They say it's an excellent product that is worth the price. Some customers also mention that the parts break easily and that the quick release clamp is well worth the money.
"...This is a simple, cost effective solution...." Read more
"...Clamp for as much as the whole Walky Dog but I know that it is worth every penny...." Read more
"...Worth the money and excited to continue using it and so is my dog!" Read more
"...To be brutally honest, this is not worth the $50 the company sells it for. I'm not even all that sure if it's worth $30 that Amazon sells it for...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the pulling of the pet supplies. Some mention that it reduces how hard their dog can pull, and the hands-free leash is pretty amazing. However, others say that the bar does slide forward some.
"...He gets a great amount of exercise and there is no constant pulling on the leash like when I had to walk him. I can't imagine not having this now...." Read more
"...My dog runs well with it although it does tend to pull forward to the point that I have to reset the bar to make it perpendicular to the seat post...." Read more
"...to take off after rabbits but it's amazing how much it reduces how HARD my dog can pull...." Read more
"...off, if you have a dog that pulls and likes to run, the Post begins to pull forward in that direction and eventually starts to block your pedal..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the tightness of the pet harness. They mention that the leash is too short for comfort, and the rubber strap is too long. Some say that the quick release cannot be made tight enough to keep the leverage on the bar. Overall, customers are not happy with the fit and functionality of the product.
"...I’ve also noticed that the latching mechanism has become a little stiff and I’ve been meaning to put some wd-40 on it...." Read more
"...issue: the seat post on my bike has a quick release, and it cannot be made tight enough to keep the leverage on the Walky Dog from causing twisting..." Read more
"...My walky dog isn't a perfect fit, so I plan to go to the bike store and see if there's anything I can change on the bike or go to the hardware store..." Read more
"Works great for my big guy!..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the pet supply. They mention that the petgo Walky Dog attachement moves a bit while using, it has a tendency to come loose, and the bar does tend to move no matter how tight you've tightened it. Some customers also mention that it's difficult to keep the bike steady and lock the rod onto the bracket if the pole loosens its grip on the bike.
"...Mine has a tendency to come loose. Also, there seems to be something on the edge of that nut(?) that frays the bungee cords...." Read more
"...But because of poor instructions, plastic washer, my dog getting loose and having to make slight changes it only gets 3 stars...." Read more
"...rubber that came with the WD and it fit much better but was still a bit wobbly and was moving around. But, I tried it anyway...." Read more
"...The only reason I don't give 5 is because the dog can rotate the bracket on the bike post when we're at a stand still...." Read more
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The dogs that I have run with the Walkydog include a Border Collie, Greyhound, Red Bone Coonhound, 3 Boxers, Jack Russell terrier, Maltese mix, Shih Tzu, Dashund mix, Golden Retriever mix, and some others I cannot recall at the moment. As long as the dog is active and in good health with cooperating weather, than I cannot imagine why anyone would not use this product. You get done faster and the dog is more tired, hence you can get to work sooner or go see a movie that much quicker and maybe avoid furniture chewing from a dog with too much pent-up energy.
I do have to say that for some dogs using this may be challenging. Aggressive dogs or easily distracted dogs (two of the Boxers I take care of are easily distracted) so you may have to consider what time of day you ride to avoid too much foot traffic from other dog walkers like 6pm when everyone comes home and walks their dog at the same time. For the Boxers, I have to also use a regular long 6' leash attached to their collar and hold it in my hand whenever they get distracted and pop it a little whenever they try to go behind me or to the side of me chasing a squirrel/cat/dog.
Because I have this variety of dogs to use with the Walkydog, I have to make this more flexible for the different sizes I will encounter and so I will list the equipment I use in conjunction with the Walkydog and maybe some of these items will help you with your dog.
1) I mount a Trek bike rack to the back of my seat post and than mount the Walkydog to the bike rack rod between the quick release clamp and the actual rack. I found out that while pedaling, the back of my leg was hitting the Walkydog rod under my seatpost even if I angled the rod away. Mounting the Walkydog further back on a bike rack just a few inches works great and the bike rack attachment is almost the same diameter as the seat post so the Walkydog clamp works fine on that too. I didn't get my Trek rack on Amazon, but they have a variety of different brands you can use instead.
2) Because of the different heights of all the dogs, I needed to extend the length of the cord provided by the Walkydog. I found at Hxxx Depot (Amazon also sells this) the Smart Bungee system by Joubert and it is an extreme bargain at just $1.75 for ten pieces that allow the user to attach carabiners or increase the length of the bungee cord by just snapping them together. They provide two 24" bungees, two 12" bungees, and six different connectors. What a concept! I found the best one that worked for me most of the time was one 24" bungee and attach the carabiners to both ends. Attach one end to the Walkydog loop clip. I left the Walkydog length and internal springs pretty much alone. The bungee cord allows elasticity and will not whiplash the dog if you have to stop quickly. I also have to credit this in providing a slingshot effect when I have a fast dog - it provides a little boost to my bike when the dog is going so fast that I am not even pedaling! Wee!!! Also the bungee lessens the force that can torque the Walkydog clamp loose. I use this for most of the dogs I run, but with the easily distracted Boxers I use a non-stretch cord to limit their sideways/backwards access.
3) I always use dog seat belt harnesses or chest harnesses on the dogs since I want them to pull with their chest and not their neck. The D-ring on the back of the harness is where I would attach the bungee carabiner mentioned above.
4) On top of the harness I put a safety vest on the dog. I purchased a yellow one on Amazon that works excellent since it loops from under the dog and allows the back to be open for the seatbelt harness D-ring (note to self: remember to review the yellow safety vest since it was the best one I found). The safety vest may sound like overkill, but in this age of driving cellphones and runaway Toyotas I cannot be too careful when it comes to taking care of someone elses dog.
5) I mount the Walkydog so the dog is always on my left. I've discovered that the curbside always have potential injuries waiting to happen like nails, glass, miscellaneous sharp things not good for dog paws.
6) No matter how tight I tighten the clamp, I still have some dogs that can move the bike rack and Walkydog out of alignment. A small piece of bicycle inner tube wrapped several times under the clamp may work out better than the vinyl piece provided with the Walkydog product.
With this setup, I have had a lot of success going on rides with different dogs. Dogs that pull or have lots of energy would be good candidates for this product and it has saved my arm from getting pulled and stressed out. Hope these words have highlighted the product and do not be discouraged if the product does not work out with the dog the first time. Just walk your dog with the bike so it learns not to be afraid of it and than eventually try to ride slowly next to the dog. I have done this successfully with superslow dogs and dogs that want to go back into the future so please do not be discouraged and eventually you both will have fun with it!
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2010
The dogs that I have run with the Walkydog include a Border Collie, Greyhound, Red Bone Coonhound, 3 Boxers, Jack Russell terrier, Maltese mix, Shih Tzu, Dashund mix, Golden Retriever mix, and some others I cannot recall at the moment. As long as the dog is active and in good health with cooperating weather, than I cannot imagine why anyone would not use this product. You get done faster and the dog is more tired, hence you can get to work sooner or go see a movie that much quicker and maybe avoid furniture chewing from a dog with too much pent-up energy.
I do have to say that for some dogs using this may be challenging. Aggressive dogs or easily distracted dogs (two of the Boxers I take care of are easily distracted) so you may have to consider what time of day you ride to avoid too much foot traffic from other dog walkers like 6pm when everyone comes home and walks their dog at the same time. For the Boxers, I have to also use a regular long 6' leash attached to their collar and hold it in my hand whenever they get distracted and pop it a little whenever they try to go behind me or to the side of me chasing a squirrel/cat/dog.
Because I have this variety of dogs to use with the Walkydog, I have to make this more flexible for the different sizes I will encounter and so I will list the equipment I use in conjunction with the Walkydog and maybe some of these items will help you with your dog.
1) I mount a Trek bike rack to the back of my seat post and than mount the Walkydog to the bike rack rod between the quick release clamp and the actual rack. I found out that while pedaling, the back of my leg was hitting the Walkydog rod under my seatpost even if I angled the rod away. Mounting the Walkydog further back on a bike rack just a few inches works great and the bike rack attachment is almost the same diameter as the seat post so the Walkydog clamp works fine on that too. I didn't get my Trek rack on Amazon, but they have a variety of different brands you can use instead.
2) Because of the different heights of all the dogs, I needed to extend the length of the cord provided by the Walkydog. I found at Hxxx Depot (Amazon also sells this) the Smart Bungee system by Joubert and it is an extreme bargain at just $1.75 for ten pieces that allow the user to attach carabiners or increase the length of the bungee cord by just snapping them together. They provide two 24" bungees, two 12" bungees, and six different connectors. What a concept! I found the best one that worked for me most of the time was one 24" bungee and attach the carabiners to both ends. Attach one end to the Walkydog loop clip. I left the Walkydog length and internal springs pretty much alone. The bungee cord allows elasticity and will not whiplash the dog if you have to stop quickly. I also have to credit this in providing a slingshot effect when I have a fast dog - it provides a little boost to my bike when the dog is going so fast that I am not even pedaling! Wee!!! Also the bungee lessens the force that can torque the Walkydog clamp loose. I use this for most of the dogs I run, but with the easily distracted Boxers I use a non-stretch cord to limit their sideways/backwards access.
3) I always use dog seat belt harnesses or chest harnesses on the dogs since I want them to pull with their chest and not their neck. The D-ring on the back of the harness is where I would attach the bungee carabiner mentioned above.
4) On top of the harness I put a safety vest on the dog. I purchased a yellow one on Amazon that works excellent since it loops from under the dog and allows the back to be open for the seatbelt harness D-ring (note to self: remember to review the yellow safety vest since it was the best one I found). The safety vest may sound like overkill, but in this age of driving cellphones and runaway Toyotas I cannot be too careful when it comes to taking care of someone elses dog.
5) I mount the Walkydog so the dog is always on my left. I've discovered that the curbside always have potential injuries waiting to happen like nails, glass, miscellaneous sharp things not good for dog paws.
6) No matter how tight I tighten the clamp, I still have some dogs that can move the bike rack and Walkydog out of alignment. A small piece of bicycle inner tube wrapped several times under the clamp may work out better than the vinyl piece provided with the Walkydog product.
With this setup, I have had a lot of success going on rides with different dogs. Dogs that pull or have lots of energy would be good candidates for this product and it has saved my arm from getting pulled and stressed out. Hope these words have highlighted the product and do not be discouraged if the product does not work out with the dog the first time. Just walk your dog with the bike so it learns not to be afraid of it and than eventually try to ride slowly next to the dog. I have done this successfully with superslow dogs and dogs that want to go back into the future so please do not be discouraged and eventually you both will have fun with it!
There is one caveat for bike attachments in general – don’t have illusions that both you and your dog are going to get a workout unless you happen to have “super dog”. This is one of the best ways to tire a dog out, but people get off easy on the bike. My dog is a fairly athletic 50lb lab mix. She gets excited and runs like crazy at first (which puts it at a good pace for me), but that lasts around 5-10 minutes and then she settles into a more sustainable gallop/jog while already breathing hard. The sustainable pace is a leisurely speed for me and if I want to give her a break the best I can do is a brisk trot because that’s the minimum speed for me to keep my balance on my bike. All in all 30-45 minutes depending on the weather (that includes a stop or two) is plenty to have her sprawled out back home for 30 or more minutes catching her breath. Definitely bring some water with you if you want to go any distance, watch your dog carefully to judge their endurance, and try hard to match your speed accordingly. I like to use a chest harness because I view it as more humane for the inevitable pulling (whether she’s pulling me or I’m pulling her). Also, unexpected benefit – I’ve found that running her with the bike on asphalt every few days keeps my dog’s nails nicely filed down as well; just always check your dog’s paws after each ride to make sure they haven’t hurt themselves.
I’ve had this attachment for three years now and it has worked great. My dog yelps in excitement when it’s time for a ride. At about two years in I noticed that a portion of the paracord was fraying. It seemed to still be solid enough so I kept using it, but I kept an eye on it and bought a replacement cord. I’ve also noticed that the latching mechanism has become a little stiff and I’ve been meaning to put some wd-40 on it. Turns out the cord may have also been failing inside where I couldn’t see. The cord fraying ended up working to my advantage because recently my dog accidentally put a light post between us the cord broke rather than causing a crash and my dog and I emerged unscathed; the frayed portion remained intact. My dog even was upset at me for taking her back inside to replace the cord before we finished our ride. So far so good with the replacement cord.
The Bike Tow Leash (BTL) on the other hand - it's not the same quality. It has plastic parts and I had issues mounting it to my bike. After I purchased the BTL, the company Owner emailed me to say I needed to buy an additional part to successfully mount it to my bike. After giving my bike model the Owner suggested I purchase the Quick Mount for $29 - this after buying the BTL which is three times the price of the Walky Dog. When the quick mount arrived I found that it was not compatible with my bike frame - it's not possible to install. It's also not a great connection - I don't like the idea of putting that much torque on the rear axle. I emailed the Owner about returning the part but instead of responding to my request he makes repeated excuses like "I should try filing the part down on a concrete curb" so it fits my bike. I continue request a return but only get deflection in response. Anyway I still have not been able to get my money back. I called my credit card company to dispute the charge. I hope I can spare anyone else from going through this. There are better, less expensive options - made by honorable people.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2023
The Bike Tow Leash (BTL) on the other hand - it's not the same quality. It has plastic parts and I had issues mounting it to my bike. After I purchased the BTL, the company Owner emailed me to say I needed to buy an additional part to successfully mount it to my bike. After giving my bike model the Owner suggested I purchase the Quick Mount for $29 - this after buying the BTL which is three times the price of the Walky Dog. When the quick mount arrived I found that it was not compatible with my bike frame - it's not possible to install. It's also not a great connection - I don't like the idea of putting that much torque on the rear axle. I emailed the Owner about returning the part but instead of responding to my request he makes repeated excuses like "I should try filing the part down on a concrete curb" so it fits my bike. I continue request a return but only get deflection in response. Anyway I still have not been able to get my money back. I called my credit card company to dispute the charge. I hope I can spare anyone else from going through this. There are better, less expensive options - made by honorable people.
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Man kann die Länge des Seils auf 3 Stufen einstellen. Auch ist die Anbringung kinderleicht.
Würde ich mir auf jeden Fall jederzeit wieder kaufen.