What sets the Bullitt apart isn’t (just) that it’s half the weight of most cargo bikes – it’s the unbeatable lifetime value. While many people buy a cargo bike for the kid-hauling years and then let it go, a Bullitt keeps earning its place in everyday life. Most cargo bikes are too heavy to replace a regular bike, but the Bullitt is different. Thanks to its lightweight frame and modular chassis, the Bullitt adapts to whatever life throws your way. Add a kid box, swap it for a cargo crate, or ride it bare for errands and commutes. Whether you’re parenting, pre-parenting, or post-parenting, a Bullitt is a long-term relationship that really go the distance.
High Impact Solution
If you’re buying a cargo bike to carry kids, one word should guide your decision: safety. Front-loading cargo bikes from Europe are widely recognized as the safest on the market. Unlike longtails or trailers, the child-carrying box is built as a protective safety cell, engineered to withstand serious impact. In the EU, this protection is measurable and regulated under strict standards like EN 17860 – ensuring crash protection in a box that is also designed for comfort.
Front Row Safety
In North America, there are no such regulations. Many parents rely on longtails, rear-mounted seats, or trailers. While these options may feel convenient, they were never designed for high-traffic streets. Most collisions involving bikes happen at the rear – and unfortunately, those are also the most fatal. Trailers are especially risky as they ride far behind the cyclist below drivers line of sight. Rear seats unbalance the bike and offer no shielding. Longtails improve balance but still leave kids exposed.
The Short Tale of the Longtail (And Why A Bullitt Is Better)
A European front loader takes a smarter approach. Children sit in the rider’s line of sight, surrounded by a regulated safety box, and placed well away from the most common points of impact. For families who prioritize safety above all else, a front-loading cargo bike from Europe is the only choice.
Carrying Kids – Canopy Kit
Bullitt offers two premium safety systems for carrying kids: the BBX Sidepanels and the Canopy Kit. Both are engineered for serious impact protection and everyday practicality. Generally speaking, the Canopy Kit is the go-to choice for younger children, while the BBX Sidepanels are a better fit for older kids or bigger passengers. In Denmark, kids start riding on their own as soon as they’re able, so the Canopy is built for the early years. Its standout feature is a reinforced aluminum roll-cage, offering full-perimeter protection in any weather.
Carrying Kids – BBX Kit
In North America, families tend to keep kids in the bike longer. And while the Canopy Kit is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers, its 52 cm internal height can feel tight once kids hit age six and up. That’s where the BBX Sidepanels are perfect. They offer more space, more versatility, and the same impact-resistant safety. Inspired by aerospace engineering, the BBX panels feature an internal honeycomb core wrapped in a rigid aluminum stress-skin, just like an airplane wing. The result is maximum impact resistance with minimal weight.
Each BBX kit includes a waterproof cover to keep kids protected from the elements. But, for the ultimate setup, we recommend pairing it with the extended Canopy Kit from Blaq Design in Portland, Oregon. Designed to fit older kids – and even small adults – it’s the BBX is the perfect kit for families who want comfort, coverage, and long-term usability.
Infant Seating
Once you’ve chosen the right protective shell for your family – whether it’s the Canopy Kit or BBX Sidepanels – it’s time to dial in the seating setup. Bullitt doesn’t manufacture its own infant seats, but that’s by design. Like many top cargo bike makers, Bullitt relies on trusted European brands like Steco and Melia, both of which offer smart, secure options for infant passengers. If you’re carrying one infant, the Steco Maxi-Cosi adaptor is the safest solution. In Europe, Maxi-Cosi is the go-to car seat brand, and Steco’s adaptor is engineered specifically for it – complete with built-in suspension that cushions against road vibrations and bumps. Installation on the Bullitt frame is quick and straightforward, and once mounted, your infant rides in a stable, reclined position with shock absorption built right in.
For families with two children, the Melia seat is the way to go. It pairs seamlessly with the Bullitt Twin Seat, allowing an infant to ride safely beside an older sibling. Note that the Melia is not compatible with Bullitt’s Foldable Seat, and the Twin Seat is designed to work exclusively within the Canopy Kit. For toddlers, the Twin-Seat is the safest option, with lots of adjustments for varying shoulder heights, and a five point harness to ensure extra safety. For bigger kids, the foldable seat uses a single seatbelt and can carry two smaller kids or one bigger kid.
Bundle Up!
Buying a Kids kit for your Bullitt can be a little confusing so we sell several kids packs to make it easy.
BBX Kit with Foldable Seat
The BBX Bundle is Bullitt’s ultimate modular setup – combining impact-resistant side panels, a honeycomb aluminum baseplate, and the Foldable Seat into one versatile package. At the heart of the system is the Foldable Seat. When not in use, it folds up to just 10 cm, preserving nearly the entire cargo bed for hauling gear, groceries, or whatever the day demands. In seconds, you can flip between kid-hauling mode and full-capacity cargo mode. If you need a canopy, we recommend Blaq Designs in Portland, OR.
Canopy Kit with Foldable Seat
For those who need to switch between school drop-offs and serious cargo missions, this setup is pure genius. The foldable seat uses the honeycomb aluminum baseplate as the floor. And, while this kit doesn’t have the same built-in ergonomics or harnesses as the Twin Seat, the Canopy’s rollbar and impact-resistant design are you really need when it comes to safety. And when it’s time to haul gear instead of kids? The seat folds down to just 10cm, giving you a wide-open cargo bay in seconds. Flexibility never looked this good.
Canopy Kit with Twin Seat
This is the gold standard for riding with kids. The Canopy’s integrated rollbar forms a protective shell around the cabin, and inside, the Twin Seat brings next-level comfort and safety. Adjustable shoulder height, a five-point harness on each seat, and ergonomic shaping designed specifically for young passengers. It’s hard to find a safer, more thoughtfully designed seat on any bike. Add the honeycomb floor, and you’ve got a setup that’s built like a tank but rides like a dream.
What About Two Bigger Kids?
Great product design is always rooted in real-world needs – and the Bullitt is no exception. In Denmark, most kids over six ride themselves to school, thanks to world-class cycling infrastructure that prioritizes safety at every age. But in places like North America, parents often need a little more help. That’s where Convoy Products comes in.
Based in Essen, Germany, Convoy builds a wider, more spacious box specifically for the Bullitt – designed to carry two bigger kids comfortably. Hand-welded from impact-resistant aluminum, the Convoy Box combines durability with smart engineering. Like all Bullitt cargo kits, it keeps the passenger weight low and centered over the axles, reducing that awkward top-heavy feeling found in other bikes (looking at you, Urban Arrow).
Note about Convoy Box
One note: the Convoy Box is light but bulky – kind of like shipping a box of air. At the time of writing we are waiting for shipping costs to drop before placing an order. We are also working closely with Convoy on a flat-pack model that we hope will reduce costs. Our friends at Splendid Cycle in Portland Oregon also produce several nice options of out of wood. If you want the Convoy Box and we’re out of stock, please email eric@pedaal.com for updates.
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