Walky Dog Hands Free Bicycle Leash with BONUS Bicycle Head light and 5 LED back Light set

Description

Safe - Stable - Fun! The WalkyDog dog bike leash lets you safely take your dog with you on bike rides. Now you can bring your best buddy along for the ride and maintain complete control; no more feeling guilty for leaving them at home. A bicycle dog leash is a great way to exercise your dog and release energy - especially for active dogs. The WalkyDog installs in just minutes and is incredibly easy to use. Its patented design includes an internal shock-absorbing system and quick lock and release capability for easy switching between bikes.

Now you can have your dog share in the fun of a bike ride! Great exercise for you and your dog. The WalkyDog lets you relax and enjoy the company of friends and family while taking your dog along on bike rides. No need to leave your dog at the house or fumble with a lead. The Walkydog, "the third hand on your bike", handles your dog for you. It puts you back in charge, your dog will very soon realize this and restrain itself, even when passing a cat, squirrel or other distraction. The Walky Dog can be used with a collar or harness. We think the harness would be safer for your dog as it eliminates any choking hazard but it would increase the leverage your dog has with your bike. So you'll have to be the judge on whether to use a harness or a collar. The WalkyDog can be used for breeds that are a little closer to the ground. The WalkyDog "lead" can be extended to a maximum of 14". If you find that the combination of the height of your bike and the 14" lead isn't enough, you can attach the WalkyDog lead to another lead for additional length or, you can pretty easily replace the cord used in the WalkyDog lead with a cord of a custom length. You can purchase cord of this type at many hardware stores.

Features

• No need to worry about your dog following along while holding a leash, we all know how dangerous that can be
• When using the WalkyDot bike leash , your hands are free to remain safely on the handlebars, or to safely indicate any change in direction.
• WalkyDog can be easily disconnected from your bike via the fast release system.
• Walky installs in less than 5 minutes - Each unit can be used with multiple bikes just by adding an additional clamp
• Take your dog on bike rides - Can be used with collar or harness

Customer Reviews

1. Excellent for my mid-sized dog

   Date: 2010-07-31

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   I tried the typical holding a leash while riding my bike and that did not work. We have a very energetic, mid-sized dog who loves to run and pull. I ran across this item while researching the best methods of riding with a dog. Tested it out a few times, along with a harness I picked up and it has worked out great so far! The only problem that I have ran across, which is no problem of the item itself, is that my seat post on the bike turns when she pulls hard. So I just need to tighten up my seat post so that doesn't happen.
   
   The only minor complaint I have with the item itself, is that the leash built into it is a bit short for my dog. It would be perfect for a larger dog. I had to add a short extension to the end of it so it didn't constantly pull up on the harness. Once I added that, we've had a blast riding. I had to add about 4" for it to be perfect to keep her right on my side, but I added about a 12" extension so she can sit a little further to the side as she hasn't got used to the sound of shifting gears and such, so she's a bit weary of the bike currently. It's even better because if I get to tired, she can pull me so I don't have to pedal! Lazy, I know.
   
   I would highly recommend this item to anyone looking to ride with their dog. Just remember to pick up a harness to avoid constant tugging and pulling on your dog's neck.

2. Good but has some issues

   Date: 2010-07-29

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   We have two young 80-90 pound Giant Schnauzers. We use these every day. EXCEPT one of the batons we purchased (not at the same time and from Gulf Coast Pet Supplies), the "metal" snap clip for the harness/collar snapped and broke allowing our dog to go free (thankfully, well behaved and came right back) and then today the blue cord on the wand gave way, again allowing our dog to run free. Both of these issues happened on the same baton. The other has given us no trouble whatsoever and our dogs love to run next to us.
   
   A warning with those with big, powerful dogs: the dogs CAN pull you off course. And the clamp can swivel some (not so much a big deal). Our dogs ran besides our bike on leash before we got the Walky Dogs and we MUCH prefer the Walky Dog. We are now trying to purchase just the baton.
   
   Certainly isn't a perfect product (thus 4 stars - the missing star for the faulty baton) but certainly better than running your dog with a leash and your bike.

3. works well

   Date: 2010-07-12

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   Great for exercising your dog and staying safe, it attaches easily with the included tool, keeps the dog at a safe distance, detaches easily. It has 3 springs inside, you can take springs out depending on the strength and size of your dog. I use two springs for my medium size dog. I highly recommend this!

4. Fantastic product!!!

   Date: 2010-06-17

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   My dog and I have a great time now that I don't have to fight the leash while we are cycling. I was worried about it working for us because she is only 18 lbs, but the right harness and a small extension worked perfectly. I would suggest this product for anyone and everyone wanting to exercise with their Fido. Makes me feel safe that I won't accidently run her over!
   

5. Best for very small dogs

   Date: 2010-04-07

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   This product is designed to clamp to your bike's seat post, but my 40 lb dog is able to pull hard enough to, repeatedly, both (a) turn the clamp around the seat post, and (b) turn the seat post within its housing. I've applied as much torque as I'm able to tighten everything down, but the product just isn't stable enough to consistently stand up to my fairly small dog.