The Topeak Babyseat II is a well-priced, no-nonsense child seat that offers good protection, comfort, and suspension for a child using it. It’s stable, easy to use, and offers some clever design touches. While it’s a bit bigger and heavier than some other seats, the added suspension and quick-release rack system more than make up for that.
The seat is mainly constructed from tough moulded plastic with a wraparound shell that provides plenty of side protection while still leaving space for arms and shoulders. The rear is tall enough to support the head and upper back of even the tallest kid, with a neat cut-out at the top for helmet clearance. Inside, you get a removable, Velcro-fixed pad which adds a little extra comfort and which can be taken out and washed.
The harness is a five-point design with padded straps, and the footrests slide up and down without tools, locking in securely at the right height. Each has a small strap that buckles over the ankle, keeping kicking feet clear of moving parts, even if my son didn’t particularly like me putting them on him.
The standout part of the seat compared to others I have used is the mounting system. Topeak has designed the Babyseat II to work with its own rack and QuickTrack system. The rack comes included, and the seat simply slides into the tracks and locks in place with a safety bar and secondary latch.
Once clipped in, it feels solid and you don’t get any noticeable rocking or sliding. Removing it is just as easy. You press the latch, pull out the bar and lift – and voila, the bike is back to being just a bike with a rack. What I particularly like about this (and my son’s nursery) is that I can take him to nursery, take off his seat and leave it there, then continue on to work without having to lug around an empty child seat. Then all I need to do is pop the seat back on the rack when I pick him up.
The rack itself is aluminium and feels stiff under load, with a choice of disc- and rim-brake versions depending on your bike. It’s worth noting that the disc version will actually work across any bike with mounting points, so even when I put it on the caliper braked Quella I had on review it still fitted fine.
In use, the Babyseat II performs very well. With the weight carried on the rack, rather than cantilevered off the seat post, the handling stays relatively neutral and predictable. You know there’s an extra 10–20kg on the back once your passenger is in, but the low centre of gravity keeps everything planted and secure. I tested this in town traffic and on gravel paths, and it never felt twitchy or detached.
A big part of that stability comes from the built-in suspension block under the base of the seat. This spring-loaded unit absorbs a lot of the bumps and chatter from rough surfaces, which not only kept my son more comfortable but also helped to smooth out the overall ride for me too.
The harness system is easy to fasten one-handed, which is something I always appreciate when the other hand is busy keeping the bike upright. The straps are long enough to fit over a jacket – though as with all buckles it can get a bit fiddly with gloves or over bulky clothing. Once fastened, though, it feels secure and held my son firmly in place. It’s also worth noting that unlike most others on the market this seat also has a bar that sits across the seat which offers a bit more protection – although it did give my son something to grab for leverage when he didn’t want to get in or out.
There is a fair amount of adjustability too, with footrests and straps both being easily adjustable as your passenger grows, so the seat will cover several years of use. It’s rated for children up to 22kg, covering a rough age range of nine months to four years. My son is a giant, so he will hit 22kg well before four, but even then I feel like this would last a long time.
The Babyseat II with rack comes in at 4.29kg so it’s not exactly light, but is about par for a child seat. You notice the extra weight if you have to carry the bike up stairs or heave it into a shed, but because it’s on a rack rather than cantilevered off the seat post, you don’t notice it too much when riding.
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At £184.99 this is more expensive than many others on the market. However, you do get a rack with it, which mitigates some of that additional cost. The Thule Yepp Nexxt Maxi that I recently looked at is sleeker and lighter, and cheaper at £139.99, but it doesn’t include a rack and doesn’t have suspension.
If you’re looking for something that is a similar size, you could try the Bobike Exclusive Tour which has a similar shape and protection, but like the Thule lacks suspension and doesn’t include a rack for its £125 RRP.
Overall the Topeak Babyseat II is a stable, well-built child seat that combines security, comfort, and everyday practicality. The clever quick-release rack system and suspension base are particularly nice features. While it costs more than most others on the market, it comes with a rack which goes some way to justifying the additional money.
Verdict
A dependable and well-designed child seat, although more expensive than others
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road.cc test report
Make and model: Topeak Babyseat II & Babyseat II Rack (Disc) (330g without rack)
Size tested: 26
Tell us what the product is for and who it’s aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
“A wrap-around seat structure creates a virtual cocoon of protection and features an updated shoulder harness with a multiple height adjustment system. An innovative suspension system cushions bumps and jolts and the integrated roll bar provides extra head protection and doubles as a carrying handle. Adjustable footrests and straps keep small feet away from spinning wheels. BabySeat™ II complies with stringent European, CPSIA and Proposition 65 safety standards.”
Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?
Seat Body: Moulded engineering grade polymer
Safety Features: Adjustable foot rests with straps, roll bar handle
Shoulder harness with multiple height adjustment system
Full body cocoon, rear reflector
Suspension: Dual steel spring
Max Weight Capacity (BabySeat): 22kg / 48.5lb (Meets EN-14344 Class A22 regulations)
18kg / 40lb (Meets ASTM F1625 regulations)
Size: 77.4 x 58.5 x 39.5 cm / 30.5′ x 23′ x 15.5′
Weight: 3.13kg / 6.9lb
Feels well-made, especially the suspension system and rack attachment.
Very good. My son seemed comfortable throughout and the way it attaches to the bike meant that it didn’t have as much impact on stability as it could have done.
Removable covers are a great option for kids and that alone is worth a few marks.
About par for a child seat.
My son can’t really talk properly yet, so I couldn’t get a definitive lowdown, but he seemed to be comfortable throughout.
This is more expensive than others on the market, but at the same time it comes with a rack and suspension, so this seems about right.
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
Very well. My son seemed happy in it throughout. I found that it didn’t have a huge impact on stability and the ability to quickly and easily take it off or put it on was a real positive.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
How easy it is is to add/remove when needed.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
The price.
How does the price compare to that of similar products in the market, including ones recently tested on road.cc?
The Thule Yepp Nexxt Maxi that I recently looked at is sleeker and lighter, and cheaper at £139.99, however, this doesn’t include a rack and doesn’t have suspension. If you’re looking for something that is a similar size, you could also look at the Bobike Exclusive Tour which has a similar shape and protection, but like the Thule lacks suspension and doesn’t include a rack for it’s £125 RRP.
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes
Would you consider buying the product? Yes
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes
Use this box to explain your overall score
A solid, well-designed, and easy to add/remove child seat that kept my son comfortable and safe throughout.
About the tester
Age: 35 Height: 6 ft Weight:
I usually ride: CAAD13 My best bike is: Cannondale Supersix Evo
I’ve been riding for: 10-20 years I ride: Every day I would class myself as: Expert
I regularly do the following types of riding: commuting, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding, fixed/singlespeed,
1 thought on “Topeak Babyseat II & Babyseat II Rack (Disc)”
I’ve been using this with my
I’ve been using this with my son for nearly 4 years now and I can’t fault it at all.
The reason we went with this system is that my partner is also a regular cyclist and you can buy another rack separately. This means the seat can be transferred from one bike to the other in one minute, not possible at all with a child seat which is attached directly to the frame.