TRUCKEE BIKE RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Kid-sized freedom: full-day child trailers and tag-along bikes in Truckee
Full-day rentals of child trailers and tag-a-long bikes from Bike Truckee, with helmets and paved-trail maps included—handy options for families exploring Truckee’s bike network.
Kid-sized freedom: full-day child trailers and tag-along bikes in Truckee.
Bike Truckee’s full-day child accessories — double Thule Cadence trailers and tag-a-long children’s bikes — let parents keep their riding day intact while bringing kids along on Truckee’s paved trails. These add-ons are offered only as companions to an adult bike rental and come with the practical kit you need for a day out: a helmet and a map of the paved trails, with a lock and backpack available on request.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Double Thule trailers that carry two children
The shop’s Thule Cadence double trailers accommodate up to two children with a 100 lb total weight limit and include a generous rear pocket for necessities—built for family days on paved routes.
Tag-A-Longs let kids pedal along
Tag-A-Long children’s bikes are offered for kids who want to pedal but aren’t ready to ride solo; note that tag-a-longs couple only with Specialized Rolls, while trailers work with Specialized Rolls and e-bikes.
Helmets, trail maps and optional extras
All bike rentals include a helmet and a map of the paved trails; a bike lock and backpack are available on request and most bikes feature water bottle cages—small conveniences that matter on a full-day rental.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You reserve a pickup time, collect your adult rental and the chosen child accessory, attach the tag-a-long or hitch the double trailer to the compatible adult bike, then follow the paved-trail routes shown on the provided map for an out-and-back or loop before returning the equipment by shop closing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this works for — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Helmets and a map of the paved trails are included with rentals; you can request a bike lock and a backpack. Many bikes have water bottle cages—bring water and sun protection as you would for a full day out.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the rentals?
Rentals are offered as 8-hour full-day rentals.
How much do the child trailers and tag-a-longs cost?
An 8-hour rental is $35 for a child trailer and $35 for a tag-a-long bike.
Can I rent a trailer or tag-a-long by itself?
No. Child trailers and tag-a-longs are only available as additions to an adult bike rental.
What are the compatibility and weight limits?
Tag-a-longs attach only to Specialized Rolls; trailers work with Specialized Rolls and e-bikes. The Thule Cadence double trailers have a 100 lb total child limit.
What’s included with the rental?
All bike rentals include a helmet and a map of the paved trails; a bike lock and backpack are available upon request and most bikes have water bottle cages.
When do I need to return the rental?
All rentals must be returned before the shop closes; Bike Truckee’s hours are Monday through Sunday, 9am–5pm.