GB2471529A

GB2471529A - A parent and child pedal-less cycle and baby carrier

Info

Publication number: GB2471529A
Application number: GB0912561A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Symeon Adebayo Onipede
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2009-06-30
Filing date: 2009-07-20
Publication date: 2011-01-05
Anticipated expiration: 2029-07-20
Also published as: GB0911306D0; GB0912561D0; WO2011001130A1; GB2471529B

Abstract

A wheeled carrier for a child or baby, and a person pushing the carrier, may comprise different components. A five-wheel version of an adult and baby/child cycle comprises two central wheels, two side supporting retractable wheels, a foldable rear single wheeled platform and handlebars, wherein front child handlebars and rear adult handlebars are connected by a universal joint system and wherein rotary motion is transmitted from the rear handlebars to a front wheel by the adult, the child on board being conveyed by the adult who stands on one leg on the foldable rear platform while propelling with the other leg, and wherein a child cycle seat or a baby cradle/seat may be attached to the carrier. A three wheeled version of the child/baby cycle/carrier may also be provided (as shown), where a front wheel is rotated by means of front or rear handlebars, and where two further wheels are located to either side of the rear platform.

Description

DESCRIPTION

Title Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycles and baby Carriers (BO2BO}

Background:

As a kid I developed the habit of standing on a part of the rear wheel of a child's cycle or tricycle with one leg while providing propulsive power with my other foot and assuming a hunched position over the child cycle handlebars as I proceeded to thrill my little sister, niece or nephew. I was rebuked several times by grown-ups that the child's cycle was neither designed nor invented for the purpose for which I was using it Now thirty odd years down the line, I have decided to respond to the admonishment by inventing and designing parent and child pedal-less cycles for the purpose I had in mind all those years ago, and much more.

with the further invention of the pedal-less baby carriers.

While children generally enjoy the pleasure of cycling and particularly the thrill and sensation generated through motion, they too often get tired rather quickly as a result of having to propel themselves in order to enjoy the delights of motion and gentle speed. Most adults and parents will be familiar with the not infrequent pleas from children..?Mumrny push, please..? or... Daddy more speedlt.'Go faster, faster. fasten" Children will generally like to go faster on cycles, except that their own pedalling efforts can not produce sufficient power required for the thrilling sensation of gently speeding motion.

On the night before the invention, I had observed myself in the magical realm of dreams where I had been drawing bicycle wheels. I woke up to continue my dreamland creative activity, and consequently, these series of designs and inventions in parent and child pedal-less cycle were brought to lifel Following the positive result of a worldwide patent search report I commissioned through reputable members of the Institute of Patentees and Inventors, I was compelled to invest the necessary eflbrt, time, energy and funds on the fascinating inventions.

If ever there are reasonable arguments that the current range of pushchairs, baby carriers and baby buggies are too womanly that they tend to effeminate the macho man', these series of designs in parent and child pedal-less cycles and baby carriers whereby the baby buggy is thus reinvented would go a long way in soMng the problem of the unmanly pushchair. while at the same time effectively providing for the safety. comfort and well being of the child on board. These series of inventions, particularly the Parent and Child Pedal-less cycles further encourage more fatherly participation by promoting shared activities between parent and child. Even so these series of inventions are not aimed specifically at male parents. The arguments in favour of the Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycles, unlike the inspired baby carrier versions, are however more compelling and fascinating.

Statement of invention:

According to the present inventions there are provided Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycles and Baby Carriers comprising; 5-wheel version of a cycle and a baby carrier with 2 central wheels, two side supporting retractable wheels, foldable rear single wheeled platforms and handlebars with specially designed frames, wherein the front child handlebars and rear parent handlebars in the pedal-less cycle are connected by universal joint system. and wherein the rotary motion is transmitted from the rear handlebars to the front wheel by the foot propelling parent, the child on board being conveyed by the parent who stands on one leg on the specially adapted foldable rear platform while propelling with the other leg, and wherein a child cycle seat is mounted on the specially adapted frame in the cycle version and baby cradle mounted on the specially adapted frame in the carrier version.

Two further designs of the present inventions of parent and child pedal-less cycle and baby carrier are also provided comprising; 3-wheel pedal-less cycle and baby carrier wherein the rear parent handlebars and front child handlebars in the cycle version are connected by 3 sections of drive shafts linked by universal joint system, wherein the rotary motion is transferred with the use of the specially adapted rear handlebars, and wherein propulsive power to convey the seated child is provided by the patent with the use of the specially adapted rear platform and handlebars, and wherein a child seat is mounted on the specially adapted frame in the cycle version and a baby cradle is mounted on the specially adapted frame in the carrier version.

Description

This invention therefore relates to a number of designs in pedal-less cycles that allow the child to delight in the exhilaration of moderately moving cycle with the added sensation of steering while propulsive power is provided by the parent or an adult positioned on a carefully constructed wheeled platform at the rear of the device.

Unlike the typical cycles for two or three people in which the child is stuck at the rear with slightly limited view of the road ahead, the pedal-less parent and child cycles allow the child to feel he is in the drMng seatTM as it were, though the use of a Universal Unit or Cardan Joint system ensures that the steering responsibility, as well as that of providing the rotary motion and propulsive power, belong to the parent or adult A further development of the principal idea behind the parent and child pedal-less cycles has also led to the innovative designs in Baby Carriers comprising of the central frames of the pedal-less cycles in Options/Models (1) and (3), but instead of cycle seats, cradles or child carriers are mounted on the specially adapted frames of the pedal-less cycles to effectively take a huge inventive step in versions of baby carriers as shown in Options (2) and (4).

The pedal-less child carriers have the added advantages of (1) Easing the burden of pushing a baby buggy, (2) Versatility in that the parent may opt to push in the normal way, (3) A source of some sort of exercise to the active parent while (4) Simultaneously providing some sort of excitement and joint activity for the parent and child.

Option (1) (Malia Model} is a design aimed at parents and children with age range of between 2-6years.

A Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycle consisting of two main central wheels, two small retractable side supporting wheels, and a further single little wheel supporting the parent platform at the rear of the device. The two retractable supporting wheels are chiefly employed to stabilise the device, but they could also be deployed in motion as additional support if the parent needs them. The parent handlebar is connected to the front fork by the use of a Universal Unit or Cardan joint system that enables the transmission of motive power or the rotary motion, and further allows the parent to steer the mechanism from behind and override the attempts of the child to steer while holding on to the child handlebar.

Occasionally, the parent may allow the child to steer but the parent does retain master controL The parent adopt a standing and scooting position on the wheeled platform at the rear of the device and the child is seated while holding on to the front handlebars. The child also places his feet on a retractable footrest when the device is in motion. The pedal-less cycle is powered from the rear by the parent who stands with one leg on the rear platform and propels with the other foot. The small size of the rear wheel supporting the parent platform enables the parent to generate propulsion in a gentle manner and effortlessly without huge jerks that might discomfort the child. Possible strain on the parent's back is also negated by the low centre of gravity resulting from the design of the rear platform. The rear parent platform is foldable and the quick release mechanism allows the platform to be locked into the vertical position, thus converted in to a type of pushchair. The versatility enables the parent to push the device particularly in shopping malls and other crowded areas. The parent handlebars are adjustable for comfort and use a braking shaft system that s hnked to the wheekt. The design s suffisentiy compact, and is Foldable for easy storage paticulady in cars and pubhc transpo tatmn systems. The specai construction and the method by which the parent oLttform is connecteo to the cvc:ies main rem wheel aflows for hex;ng and much smoother ode on rough surfac:es.

Further versatihty of the Parent and Ch:ld Pedabiess Cycie is aoorecated when the parent handlebars are lowered or completely removed. the rear platform locked into a foided posmon or removed, and child footrest removed or folded, such that the contrapuon is thus concm ted into a pedal-less cycie for the chiid alone.

Brief Descriptions of* on Op tion 1 (Maha Model) of the Parent and child pedal--less cvc e, Fig [1) Left Vew page shows the ma!n three wheeis of the Parent and Child PedaL-less Cycle.

the childs seat and handlebars as well as the adustahie parent handlebars wrth the etractahie side suppo: t;ng wheels, as well as the universal jont system that connects the adustahie parent handlebars wth the front wheel fok by whch rotay motion is posshie.

Hg i21 Pirtht yew pane shows that the c.hids foot est are ir: the down poshon as well as the sde supporting wheels and the rear wheeled parent patform of the present nvention.

Fo (3) Front Vew sheet shows a ciear view of the two handlebars wth the braking system cieariy visible on the parent handlehac Fig [4) Back yew sheet shows the down position of the sicie suppo ting wheels, the adjustable child's cycle seat. and The adjustable parent handlebar.

Fig [5) Top View page shows the parent and chId pedaL-less cycle wth the two handiehars,. a child's seat and retractabie/remo'tahie footrest and the p.arent olatform for providing propulsve powe.

kg (C) BC) ttom View page yes sn ndication of the strength of the specially adapted. pa rent platform i:y way of renfocement and on whch the paent stands on one eg wh:le pn:vidng propu lsve powe with the other leg. Also clearly vsib,ie me the side retractabie side suuuortin.g wheels and the chid's feet position.

Fig [7) Front isometric yew page. of the present invention shows the chdd's stting position with handiehass, food est, the parents position on the ear wheeled platform and adjustable handlebars that allow maste control du inn. stee mg.

Fig [8) Back isometric View page shows the parents standing position on the foldable rear platform whie holdn on to the adwstahie handlebars which, with the aid of universal joint system. transmit the rotary motion to the front wheel fork.

Option (2) A Pedal-less Baby Carrier based on the Model (1) Pa ert anci Chkci Pedal -less Cycle, but with a number of impo: tant chances and d;fferences.

The Pedal-less Bab1y Carr:er is a des:gn aimed at parents with babes or toddlers and has a comfortable cradle whch s mounted onto the frame devsed fm the Pedal-less cycle. The carrier has seat belts or restrainers to keep the child in, place and for safety purposes. The poston of the carrier is adjustable hut usually tilted to-reciinng poston. The supporting wheels a: e partcula ly useful in stahUisng the device when the child is beng placed in the cradle. The car ncr has a useful bag pc:s t;oned between the parent handlebars and the mounted cradle as well as a detachable rain cover/sunshade. Mjustment knob for parent handlebars and adjustment knob for the stand/stabihsers are easily accessed from the parent's position at the rear. As in Model (1), the rear parent platform is foldable foi when the parent chooses to rather push than propel with her foot.

Brief Description of the diagrams of the Option 2 Parent and Child Pedal-less Camer.

Fig (9; Left View page shows the pedal-less baby carrier with the foldable platform which when folded allows the parent to push as normal baby buggy, the side supporting wheels that provide stability particularly when loading the child onto the camer and the universal joint system by which motive power is transmitted to the front wheel tori'.

Fig (101 Right view page shows usual position of the crib on the frame with the useful bag between the adjustable handlebar and carrier and the removable rain cover/sun screen on the crib.

Fig 111) Front View sheet shows the restrainers/seat-belt and safety guard on the carrier, as well as clear view of the braking system on parent handlebars and the deployed position of the side supporting wheels.

Fig (12} Back View page gives indication of the stability of the child carrier when the side supporting wheels are deployed, shows the foldable rear wheeled platform and adjustable handlebars Fig (13) Top View page shows the pedal-less baby carrier with handlebars and platform on which the parent may stand on one leg while propelling with the other leg.

Fig (14} Bottom View page shows the 2 main wheels in line with the small wheel of the specially reinforced rear platform, the parent handlebars and the carrier mounted on specially adapted frame.

Fig US) Front Isometric View Page shows the comfortable sitting or reclining position of the child in the carrier and the position of the parent when the rear wheel platform is deployed.

The quick release mechanism that connect the parent platform to the rear main wheel is also visible and it can keep the platform firmly locked in folded position such that the user may push the contraption as a normal baby buggy.

Fig (16) Back Isometric View gives clear position of the foldable rear platform when fully deployed, the position of parent when foot propelling, the removable rain cover/sun screen on the cradle and the universal joint system by which the rotary motion is transferred to the front wheeL Option (3) (Sasha Model) is designed for parents with children aged 2-6.

The Sasha model is a Parent and Child Pedal-less Three Wheel Cycle consisting of a front child's seat and a rear parent's platform with adjustable handlebars on a frame that uses the three drive shaft system which are linked with a universal joint system.

The device is powered by the parent who adopts a standing position on the specially adapted rear platform with one leg and propels with the other foot. The rear wheels suppotting the platform are much smafler than the front wheel; thrs ensures a ow centre of qrav:ty and aflows effortless p opuftron and a smoother ide for the chid on hoard.

An added feature to thrs Sasha model/optron 3 is that when the detachable parent handlebars are removed completely, or lowered with the use cr1 the poryrner sreeve. the c hid may enjoy the ver satiity of qorr:cj sok as rn normal c:hrrd pedal -ess cycle, tnouqn n this case, a pedal-less tncycle.

For the purposes of easy storage, the parent hanchehars can be removed from tne connectron pornt that 5 lower than the bask of the childs seat.

Brief Description of diagrams of Option 3 {Sasha model f-ig [121 Frorrt isometric View p yes a perspective of the chrids hand chars whrch are directiy connecteo to the front fork, the larger size front wheel and the chrids fold-out footrest that are locked rn posrtron by a ratchet system.

Erg lii) Pcr orr S or Ct nrtst it rtscntro -t e ar tlt s ti I S LC II two ear wheeis to the front wheel. The smaller size rear wheels ensure that the parent can elfor tiessly propel ti-re pedal--less cycle w;th on leg whIe standing on the platform wrth the other leg The rear isometric view also shows the connection p-crint below the childs seat where ti-re handlebars can be removed to allow the chrld to ocr solo, Fig {i9} Front Vrew page grves an indication of the strength of the specially adapted parent platform the little pouch behrnd the chrlds seat and the fold -out chrids Footrest.

Fig [201 Back View page grves a tascrnatinq perspectrve of the height adjustable parent handlebars with ti-re pclymer sleeve which when pulled clear of the universal joint enables the handlebars to trlt such that the pedal-less cycle is thus converted and can be pushed like a h u cicty Frg 121) Top View page ives a per spective of the relative posrtrons of the par ent and child, the three main wheels as well as the handlebars.

Erg 122} Bottom knew shows the chrld's seat and p-arent platform of the present:nvention have ribbrncs to strengthen the pcrryrner whrch are rn turn screwed onto metar frames, Frg {23} Right Vrew shows the chrids sitting position wrth the fold-out footrest and the parent platfor rn with rear handlebars in srpright position Fig [241 Left View pao.e shows the parent handlebars arrd front chid har':dlebars connected by 3 sections of drive shafts linked by universal joint system whrch allows the transfer rsf the rotary motion from the parent handlebars to the fnsnt wi-reel.

Optron (4) is a three-wheel pedal--less -:ycle desigrred for parents wrth chridr err ageci 0-2 years.

The Pedal-less Three--Wheer Chrld Carrier rs based on Optron 3 (Sasha model) Pedal-less Three-Wheel Cycle exceot that ti-re Chrld Carrier has a mounted cradle rnstead of a cycle seat.

in Surrr optron I comprrses of craole that can he trited on to a reclined oston specially adapted handlebars and a rear piatfomn-t for the parents use such that the child comfortable in the crib, is conveyed by the parent who stands on the specially constructed rear platform on one leg while propelling with the other foot and using the specially adapted rear handlebar to steer through the use of the adapted universal joint system that connects the parent handlebar to the front wheel and thus provides the rotary motion.

The cradle has restrainers/seat belt to keep the child in place, as opposed to the situation in the pedal-less cycles of model 1. (Malia) & model 3 (Sasha} in which the child holds on to the handlebars while feet are placed on retractable footrest. The carrier has a pouch for parent & child's belongings. The adjustable handlebars do have hand braking system linked to the wheels and the parent's handlebars are also completely detachable for storage and transpottation.

Brief Description of drawings of the Option 4 three-wheel pedal-less baby carrier Fig {25} Front Isometric View gives an interesting perspective of the mounted cradle in an upright position. The child safety guard and seat belts are also clearly visible.

Fig 126) Rear isometric gives a fascinating perspective of the middle section of the 3 drive shaft that are connected by universal joint system thus allowing the transfer of the rotary motion from the rear parent handlebars to the front wheel The polymer sleeve that can be pulled clear of the universal joint so that the handlebars can tilt downwards. thus enabling the present invention to be pushed like a normal buggy, is also indicated from this rear isometric view.

Fig (27) Front View page shows the main three wheels, the child's seating/reclining position with the safety belt, and the braking system on the parent handlebars Fig {28} Back View page shows the smaller two rear wheels supporting the parent platform.

the position at which the parent platform is adjusted enabling versatile use of the baby stioller.

Fig 129} Right View page shows the good size bag behind the cradle and the relative sizes of the front main wheel and the two rear wheels.

Fig (30) Left View of the present invention shows the mounted carrier in an upright position, also that it can be tilted to a reclining position and the fly nuts along the arched channel can clamp the baby carrier into desired position.

Fig (31) Bottom View shows the ribbing underneath the platform to strengthen the polymer and the specially adapted metal frame on which the carrier and platform are mounted.

Fig (32) Top View shows the three-wheel pedal-less baby carrier of the present invention with the mounted cradle and braking system on the handlebars.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycle consisting of two central wheels, a child's seat, handlebar and retractable footrest, two retractable side supporting wheels, and a rear wheeled platform and rear handlebars for the parent's use, wherein the seated child is propelled by the parent who stands on the specially adapted rear wheeled platform on one foot while propelling with the other foot and using the specially adapted rear handlebar to steer through the use of the adapted universal joint system by which the parent's rear handlebar is connected to the front wheel fork, such that rotary motion is provided.
2. A parent and Child Pedal-less Cycle with five wheels as claimed in claim 1 but with a fitted Child Carrier in place of a cycle seat.
3. A Parent and Child Pedal-less Cycle as claimed in claim 1 in which the child is seated while holding onto handlebars and his feet firmly placed on footrest while the parent or adult standing on the rear single wheeled platform with one leg can propel the mechanism with the other free leg.
4. A Parent and Child Pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 1 with two handlebars which are linked with a Universal unit or Cardan joint system that transfers the rotary motion thus allowing the parent to steer the device from behind with the rear handlebars and to also provide propulsive power with the legs.
5. A Parent and Child pedal-less cycle according to claims (1), (3) and (4) with foldable single rear wheeled platform and retractable supporting side wheels so that it is convertible into a child pedal-less cycle in which the child can be gently pushed along ground surfaces.
6. A Child carrying device as claimed in claim 2 with foldable single rear wheeled-platform and retractable supporting side wheels so that the device is thus converted into a baby buggy that can be gently pushed about.
7. A device according to claim 1 with retractable parent handlebars, foldable single wheeled rear platform and child footrest so that the device is thus converted into a pedal-less cycle for the child alone.
8. A device according to claims 1 and 7 with removable rear wheeled-platform and child footrests, and retractable parent's rear handlebars, so that the device is thus converted into a pedal-less cycle on which the child can go solo.
9. A mechanism according to claims 1, 3 and 4 in which the child's attempts to steer the device with the use of the front handlebar is overridden by the parent's steering effort with the use of a specially adapted rear master handlebars and brakes.
10. A child carrying contraption according to claim 2 with universal joint system such that motive power is transmitted by the foot propelling parent.
11. A versatile parent and child mechanism that is essentially a three in one, i.e. (a) a parent and child pedal-less cycle cum scooter (b) a parent pushing child's pedal-less cycle, and (c) a child alone pedal-less cycle.
12. A three wheeled pedal-less parent and child cycle comprising of a seat, retractable footrest and handlebars for the child, as well as handlebars and a rear platform for the parent's use, wherein the seated child is conveyed by the parent who stands on the specially constructed rear wheeled platform on one foot while propelling with the other foot and using the specially adapted rear handlebar to steer through the use of the adapted universal joint system that connects the parent handlebar to the front wheel and thus provides the rotary motion.
13. A three wheeled child carrying contraption as claimed in claim 12, but consisting of a baby carrier in place of a child's seat.
14. A three wheeled parent and child cycle according to claim 12 in which a seated child is conveyed by the parent who is standing on a rear platform with one leg and providing propulsive power with the other leg.
15. A three wheeled child carrying device according to claims 12 and 13 in which a child is conveyed in a mounted crib or cradle.
16. A three wheeled child carrying device according to claims 12, 13, and 15 in which a child is conveyed by an adult or parent who provides propulsive power with one leg while standing on a rear platform with the other leg.
17. A three wheeled parent and child pedal-less cycle as in claims 12 and 14 comprising of front and rear handlebars which are linked by a universal joint system.
18. A three wheeled parent and child pedal-less cycle according to claims 12 and 17 with 3 sections of drive shaft that are connected by a universal joint system that allows the transfer of rotary motion from rear parent handlebars to the front wheel.
19. A three wheeled baby carrier according to claims 13, 15 and 16 with 3 sections of drive shaft connected by a universal joint system that allows the transfer of rotary motion from the rear handlebars to the front wheel.
20. A three wheeled parent and child pedal-less cycle as in claims 12, 14, 17 and 18 in which motive and propulsive power is provided by the parent with the aid of spccially constructed rear handlcbars.
21. A three wheeled parent and child pedal-less cycle according to claims 12, 14 and 17, in which the child's steering effort is easily overridden by the parent's steering ability with the use of specially constructed rear master handlebars.
22. A child carrying device according to claims 13, 14, 15 and 16 with a specially constructed rear handlebars which are adjustable to a second position, thus allowing the parent to gently push a child along ground surfaces.
23. A parent and child pedal-less cycle according to claim 12 consisting of adjustable rear handlebars that can be lowered or removed so that the child can propel himself without the aid of the parent.
24. A three wheeled child carrying device according to claims 13 and 15 consisting of a specially constructed handlebars that tilt and are adjustable to a second position thus convertible to a simple baby buggy that therefore allows the parent to convey a child.
25. A three wheeled parent and child pedal-less cycle according to claims 12, 14, 17, 18, 20, and 21 with fold out child footrest that is locked in place with a ratchet system.Amendments to the claims have been filed as follows Reexamination GB U9t2S6i$ Second amendments to aams Re: Parent and Child PedaL-less Cydes and Baby Carriers, aaim I. A parent and child pedakess cyde comphsing: a frame with at east 3 ground engaging wheek; a rear platform for a person pushing said cyde to stand upon in use, where said platform is supported by at east one of the wheek; rear handlebars attached to the frame and connected by a universal joint system to a front wheel fork, said handlebars being steerable in use by the person standing upon the rear platfOrm so as to act upon a front wheel held by the fork; a child support attached to the frame and ocated ahead of the rear handlebars, where in use propukive power is provided by the person pushing said cyde standing on one eq on the rear platform whilst pushing forward with their other leg on the ground.Claim 2. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim I where the child support compnses a child cycle seat.Claim 3. A parent and child pecal-iess cycle as claimed in claim 2 comphsing front iard eurs ard hctrt st k cb Id sat r i sa d yc e n a, Claim 4. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 3 where the footrest are retractable and are locked in place with a ratchet system. Claim 5. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in either of claims 3 or 4 where the front handlebars and the rear handlebars are oonnected to each other such that any steering r input applied to the rear handlebars overrides the front handlebars.Claim 6. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed n clam t where the child suoport comprises a child's cradle.Uani f. A parent and chud penakess cycle as clamed ri any prevc3us clarn where tne rear platform is retractable so that the suppordng wheel no longer enqages the ground.Claim 8. A parent and child pecal-less cycle as claimed in any previous claim where the rear platform is retractable and removable, and the rear handlebars are adjustable and removable, such that the said parent and child pedal-less cycle is thus converted into a pedal-less cycle for the child alone.Claim 9. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in any previous daim comprising an additional pair of retractable wheels located to either side of the frame.Claim 10. A parent. and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim I where the three'heels comprise a single front wheel attached to the fork and a smaller pair of rear wheels supportng the rear piatIbrm.Cairn ILA parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 1.0 where the child support composes a chEld?s cycle seat.Cairn 12. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 11 comprising front handlebars and footrests for a chid sat in use in said cycle seat.claim 13. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 12 where the footrests are retractable and are locked in place with a ratchet system.Claim 14. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in either claims 12 or 13 where the front handlebars and rear handlebars are connected to each other such that any steering input applied to the rear handlebars overrides the front handlebars.Claim 15. A parent. and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in claim 1.0 where the child support comprises a childs cradle.Claim 16. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in any of the previous claims where the rear handlebars are retractable. a,Claim 17. A parent and child pe.dal-less cycle as claimed in any of the previous claims where the rear handlebars are adjustable and removable. Claim 18. A parent and child pedal-less cycle as claimed in any of the previous claims where the universal joint system comprises three sections of interconnected drive shaft. rClaim 19. A parent and child pedal--less cycle as claimed in any of the orevious claims comnprisng a brake mechanism.