The reason why there is a rod going from the seat to the steer is to secure the seat in place and, more importantly, to distribute the weight evenly so that the child’s weight is not all on the front of the bike (which would make it more dangerous for the rider).

I can assure you that it is NOT difficult to get on and off the bike, nor is it difficult to ride (I do not “hover” over my child. The only difference I notice when this bike seat is on as opposed to when I am riding alone is that I have to point my knees out a few degrees further — again, not uncomfortable.

I go on a 10+ mile ride every morning with this bike seat and really love it.

Why is there a complete rod goinf from the steer to the saddle? That will make it uncomfortable to get on.

In the Netherlands almost everyone using front bike seats and it is just a seat that you attach to the steer, not any extra parts.

That way the seat will also be further forward making it more comfortable for the mother/father.

Is this kid’s helmet on backwards?

How do you manage to sit comfortably in the front seat when someone is hoovering over you?

I starting using this seat when my son turned 1. He is now 2yrs old and we still go for bike rides every night after dinner