As all parents with children know, children require parents to devote a lot of time and attention to them in order to be well taken care of. However, all parents deserve to take a break and enjoy some free time for themselves, whether it is just to relax or even if it is to play sports or even ride a bike. On that note, if you’re a proud parent of a new baby or toddler, and you enjoy riding a bike on a regular basis, the Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike is a great city bike for you.
The Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike is an innovative convertible bike and stroller that combines an adult two-wheeled urban bike with 20-speed multi-speeds called the Zigo Cycle along with a weatherproof stroller with casters and drum brakes called the Zigo ChildPod finally offers parents Newborns and Toddlers A unique convertible bike that can seamlessly convert from an adult urban bike to a 3-wheel baby carrier, stroller, jogger or even a trailer, all in a matter of seconds.
Designed as a modern take on the classic Dutch cargo bike or Bakfiets, this convertible bike and stroller is an excellent way for parents and their kids to spend some recreational time outside together.
Now, let’s take a more detailed look at each of the elements that make up this convertible bike and stroller system and check out what each has to offer when used separately, and also see what it has to offer when combined together.
Design and specifications
Zigo Cycle – High quality adult convertible urban bike
As the first item in the Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike, we have the Zigo Cycle, an advanced, fully functional, two-wheel adult, multi-speed urban bike designed specifically for city riding (that is, in urban environments).
Zigo Cycle comes in a fairly standard size for a city bike, and also has a very strong and durable build, as the frame of its bike is made of an all-aluminum frame made of high-quality aluminum. The bike’s all-aluminum frame is also rated to meet (or exceed) all ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) manufacturing standards.
Moving on to the different Zigo Cycle components. As mentioned before, this urban bike for adults comes equipped with a set of two (x2) ultra-durable 20-inch wheels which are mostly suitable for city riding in urban environments.
The rear wheel also comes integrated with a 7-speed Shimano Nexus Gear Hub which provides users with a total of seven (x7) speed settings.
Moreover, this urban bike for adults also features a set of high-end brakes for 20″ wheels.
Finally, the Zigo Cycle also comes with a tilting rear handlebar, along with a front-to-rear saddle adjuster that can be easily adjusted to increase rider comfort.
Zigo ChildPod – a multifunctional convertible stroller
As a second item to the Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike, we have the Zigo ChildPod, a stroller that can not only be used alone as a standard 4-wheel stroller, but can also be converted into a jogger, trailer, or eventually, into a stable and reliable 3-wheel baby carrier bike with its Connect them with Zigo Cycle via their LeaderLink system.
The Zigo ChildPod comes in a reasonably small size, as it can easily fit through standard 32″ ADA doorways.
What’s more, this stroller also features a fully collapsible design, allowing it to be quickly folded flat for easy storage of the unit when not in use.
Just like the Zigo Cycle, the Zigo ChildPod also features a strong and durable build, its frame consisting equally of an all-aluminum frame made of high-quality aluminum, which is also rated to meet (or exceed) all ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) manufacturing standards.
Moving on to the different Zigo ChildPod components. Since the Zigo ChildPod is designed to be used as a standard stroller as its most basic functionality, the unit obviously comes with a set of four extremely sturdy wheels (x4).
More specifically, its wheels consist of a set of two (x2) highly durable wheels at its front side, along with a set of larger 20-inch quick-release rear wheels at its rear side, which for the latter, comes integrated with weatherproof inboard drum brakes .
In addition, the Zigo ChildPod also comes with a frontal shock-absorbing bumper zone (integrated into its front side) that greatly reduces impact force in order to ensure children are kept safe while riding (i.e. being in) in the event of a collision (whether a parent accidentally hit something or if someone else hits the stroller).
Moreover, this stroller also comes with an adjustable handle at its rear side that makes pushing it forward easy and convenient while walking or even while jogging.
The stroller’s adjustable handle bar features four (x4) different position settings, which can be easily swapped from one another when you’re looking to convert the Zigo ChildPod between its different usable modes, including: Leader Carrier Bicycle mode (when used with a Zigo Cycle) , stroller mode, storage mode.
When using the Zigo ChildPod in its stowed position, note that the unit can also be attached to an elongated frame combined with a large 20-degree third wheel.
The stroller handlebar also incorporates a built-in parking brake that can be used to safely break and stop the unit, whether it’s a Zigo ChildPod or even a Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike when connected to a Zigo Cycle circuit. This is especially true for times when you are looking to sit down or take your child out to/from ChildPod.
Speaking of sitting your child inside the Zigo ChildPod, note that this stroller also comes with a baby cloth cover made of high quality 600 denier Cordura polyester reinforced fabric, which is rated to be fully weather resistant, thus providing your baby (or children if they have 2 kids sitting inside) with perfect cover from all weather, including sun, wind, rain and snowfall.
It’s also worth noting that the same fabric used to make the stroller’s canvas is also rated for excellent UV protection, while the ECS vinyl and mesh covers (when used with the stroller’s canvas) are rated for Good UV protection for your kids.
The Zigo ChildPod also features a stylish rear window cut into the backside of the child’s canvas that allows children to always be in their parents’ line of sight at all times.
Moreover, this stroller comes with a quick-release window net cover that can be pulled up to completely cover the rear window of the stroller in order to better protect babies from sun glare and sunburn.
The ChildPod’s canvas inner side comes bundled with two (x2) separate adjustable 5-point padded restraint straps (one for each infant/toddler), and also comes with some removable inner seat cushions that provide extra comfort for your child (or children). Since these indoor seat cushions are removable, they are also easy to clean.
Finally, know that the Zigo ChildPod also comes with a set of internal baby pockets that can be used to store smaller items like a juice box, snacks, and even your child’s toys, as well as a set of back pockets that provide parents with some extra storage space.
Zigo Leader X2 carrier bike
When parents are looking to use the two separate elements of their convertible bike system together to eventually convert them into a 3-wheel baby carrier bike, note that the Zigo Cycle and Zigo ChildPod can be seamlessly linked together via their LeaderLink system, an innovative two-unit linkage system that ultimately allows them to be used As a stable and reliable three wheel baby carrier bike.
Essentially, their LeaderLink system connects the Zigo Cycle’s front brake and front brake lever as well as steering elements directly to the Zigo ChildPod’s drum brakes and steering system, allowing both elements to work as one unit.
When used together as a Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike, the LeaderLink system of both standalone elements (meaning the Zigo Cycle and Zigo ChildPod) will allow a total turning radius of 12 feet.
The X2 Carrier Bike’s LeaderLink system also allows the Cycle and ChildPod to be uncoupled from each other whenever you’re looking to use both units as separate items, all in less than 30 seconds.
The entire system can eventually accommodate a parent on the Zigo Cycle and up to two children on the Zigo ChildPod.
Below you can find the company’s official video assembly guide showing exactly how to connect the Zigo ChildPod to the Zigo Cycle:
Packaging
In terms of the packaging you’ll receive, know that both items of this convertible bike and stroller come in two separate boxes.
In addition, all assembly tools required to assemble both the adult bike and the stroller are included in both packages. The total assembly time for each unit takes no more than 10 minutes.
Final thoughts
The Zigo Leader X2 Carrier Bike is an innovative convertible bike and stroller that combines an adult two-wheeled urban bike with 20-speed multi-speeds called the Zigo Cycle along with a weatherproof stroller with casters and drum brakes called the Zigo ChildPod finally offers parents Newborns and Toddlers A unique convertible bike that can seamlessly convert from an adult urban bike to a 3-wheel baby carrier, stroller, jogger or even a trailer, all in a matter of seconds.
All in all, this is a great convertible adult bike and stroller solution that allows parents and their kids to spend some recreational time together outside where they can easily enjoy some sun and fresh air in each other’s company.
If you’re interested in buying it, know that each unit is currently discounted from its standard price of $1,700 and is now priced at $1,360 (it saves you $340). You can order it online right now from Zigo’s official shopping page.