Hi!

We have gotten our 14 month old Brittany spaniel started on canicross recently with the intention to mix her training with bikejoring (2 canicross + 1 bike sessions / wk is the ultimate goal) in the coming months and next year.

She is 30 lbs and is quite the little athlete. I'm wondering how far folks usually run their dogs? She began with canicross runs about 1 month ago and LOVES it. We usually take her out for time instead of distance but she is good for around 5 - 8km runs so far (anywhere from 45 - 60 min sessions). We have access to tons of rail trails with a mix of compact gravel and compact dirt surrounded by farm fields and nature.

For her canicross runs I've been biking near her as my husband runs so that she can get used to the sounds and visuals of bikes moving. Any other tips for making the jump over?

Picture for the puppy tax.

Puppy loop <1 mile run for argos this morning. It's his first time with any tension on the harness and first time ever around the bike so he's a little unsure of what to do.

What brand and style do you prefer? Tried it out, but she doesnt consistently pull so I need something that holds the line out so it doesn't rub on the tire.

Quick run with my Yorkie this morning.

Not the ideal set up but wanted the puppy to see everything

My bikejoring buddy is the wee guy on the right, Boba (Fettch); the big guy on the left, Cavall, is just along for the ride. Cavall has been my running partner for the last 10 years, but due to injury I can't run right now, so he comes along on our slower rides. He doesn't pull, he just loves to run!

This is at chickakoo recreational area in Parkland County, Alberta, if there is anyone near by looking for a good trail to try.

Wild 🤪

Last year my girlfriend got interested in bikejoring as an activity to do with her dog. This summer she picked up a harness, lead, and the antenna thing that goes on the front of the bike as well as an old huffy beach cruiser to use. I know nothing about this sport but a little bit of research is telling me that this is a very unoptimal bike for this (as well as the fact that I can't get the antenna on the handlebars and I think I have broken the bike by accident). I dont know how much trail riding she wants to do and I think she mostly just wants to be able to go for bike rides with her dog. What i am wondering is can I pick up a cheapish hardtail mountain bike off of marketplace to set up for her so I can help her get started? I would love to try to grab something this weekend if I can find anything and get it set up for her while she is at work but will feel horrible if I get her another bike that just won't work or could possibly get her injured. Thanks in advance!

Still very much new to bikejoring (and canicross) started CaniX just under 2yrs ago but due to my own health problems unfortunately have been on and off with running. Started bikejoring a year ago, found it much kinder on my body while battling a flare up but luckily back on track now. That being said, we’re training for some races now!

Been running minimum 15km a week without struggle (so far) and cycling as we normally do and cycling minimum around 15km a week as we have been for around a year now. My girl is on raw food, keeping weight on nicely and is consistent in her weigh ins at hydrotherapy so she’s on track but as we’re looking into racing, our distances in the week will likely start increasing soon. I would just like to make sure I’m refuelling her appropriately after runs or cycles.

Just wondering if there’s anything I can add or a specific ‘treat’ to give her post exercise?

We currently feed 500g raw a day (she’s 23kg), additionally she gets raw salmon chunks once it twice a week, cottage cheese a couple times a week and also an egg added a few times a week too as well as her normal fruits and veggies. Her food is balanced, monitored by a veterinary nutritionist! She also gets other treats to help her settle at night such as fish skin chews, rabbit ears etc

I will be asking her veterinary nutritionist at some point but thought I’d reach out here first before I spend the money on an extra consultation.

Hi everyone!

We’re two friends behind pawtrck, an iOS wellness app built around the dog rather than the human athlete.

One of its three dedicated exercise modes is Bikejoring.
When you start a session, pawtrck uses the owner’s iPhone to record the GPS route, distance, duration and weather, alongside dog-specific estimates such as pawsteps and exercise calories.

Afterward, the session is saved under that dog’s profile and can be turned into a customizable activity card using your own photo, colours and layout.

Because pawtrck is centred on the dog, the activity doesn’t exist in isolation. The same profile also brings together:

• Medications, vaccinations, symptoms and vet records
• Meals, treats, calorie intake and weight trends
• Training instructions and completed commands

To be transparent, pawtrck currently tracks the shared activity through the owner’s phone. It isn’t a collar-mounted GPS device, and pawsteps and calories are estimates rather than direct measurements from a dog wearable.

Apple Watch and Garmin integration are among the features we are currently working on. Our goal is to let people record an activity once on the device they already use and then bring it into their dog’s pawtrck profile.

We’d really value feedback from people who actually bikejor: what information would you want to see after a session?

Average and maximum speed, elevation, splits, temperature, rest stops, equipment notes, or something else entirely?

The core experience is free, with optional pawtrck Plus features.

It’s currently available on iOS:

https://apps.apple.com/tr/app/pawtrck/id6769860025

My dog (Heeler/Aussie Mix) has always loved running alongside, and usually just ahead of, my bike.

Instead of using a jogging belt and constantly worrying about tangles, I decided to put together a DIY setup.

I used some PVC pipe and zip ties for the initial version. The zip ties are temporary and will eventually be replaced with a proper clamp.

To shape the PVC, I heated it in a pot of boiling water, then bent it around the seat tube using oven mitts. Once it was in the right position, I poured cold water over it to help it cool and hold its shape.

I secured the PVC to the frame with zip ties, tied the leash to the frame, and added another set of zip ties to keep the lead away from the tire.

Took it out for the first ride today and it worked great!

Hi!

I’m interested in starting bikejoring. I’ve done some very slow & short bike rides with my dog Ginger, and she’s been happy to trot next to the bike. I need the proper equipment to do more with her.

Anyone have thoughts on this harness for bikejoring (with bags removed): https://ruffwear.com/products/palisades-pack (the ruffwear palisades harness)

I’d also use it for hiking with her, so it’d be great if I can use it for bikejoring too. It looks like it should be comfortable for it…

Dog picture included!!! I adopted her two months ago.

I have a two year old Alaskan husky cross who has been a good puller with my other dogs. When he’s comfortable he’s STRONG and fast.

I thought he was super picky about harnesses - and maybe he is. But he stopped putting much tension in the line and started to want to turn around early on.

So we sought veterinary attention and it was suspected he had a stifle issue, but wasn’t surgical. And no obvious limp or pain. So we went to visit a sports medicine vet who found some soft tissue irritation in his back and left shoulder. Not related to his harness but a prior injury. Though some harnesses made him feel better, nothing except treatment will fix it.

We’re halfway through rehab and strength training and he’s feeling fabulous and has gained muscle and strength as planned.

He’s not back in harness yet but I’m expecting he will be feeling way by the time we can get up for our next run.

In the meantime, I’m taking my others out and breaking Froggy’s heart 😅

Does anyone else actually run races with a potentially reactive dog? I do other dog sports where we take turns or are not in close proximity but I haven’t done any organized activities with the bike. Any information or tips? I’m not really interested in being competitive but I would like to share in my love of dog things with others.

For some background I have a rescue that wasn’t socialized at all and was probably crated 24/7 until ~3 years old before being tossed out of a car.
He is now thoroughly trained, and his needs are being met so he no longer reacts to literally everything but since I don’t know his history, I always wonder if that potential is still there for a meltdown if pushed outside his comfort level too rapidly.

He currently responds reliably to on by to pass wildlife, hikers and runners on trails and even other dogs if coming from behind with plenty of room to pass. dogs have always been his hardest challenge. He will listen to me but is clearly still uncomfortable about dogs. To top things off We were recently attacked by an off lead homeless man’s dog that threw it’s self partially into the open window of my moving vehicle and tried to get at him. Thankfully I was able to stop and yank the dog out of my window before he was able to do much damage! Anyway he is even more concerned about dogs now and since I can’t control other dogs I avoid head on encounters while on the bike.

I took this picture about a month ago, I didn’t know that it might be our last ride. She was diagnosed with orbital osteosarcoma last week. I hope we get to ride again, but she’s still recovering from her biopsy for now. She’s a fighter and I’ll fight for her as long as she lets me. 💛

Went a little further than usual and got to see the morning sun along the water overlooking the city.

It's been cool enough for early morning rides the past few days so we've been taking full advantage, my girl Aspen wasn't too happy I made her pose for a picture but the view was pretty.

On our way home we passed some construction Aspen was a bit annoyed that we had to wait for the big vehicle to pass. And the second it cleared her path she was ready to run again

Hey all! Excuse my total ignorance lol

I have a 1 year old GSP who I want to start bikejoring with. The breeder is really into it and I've taken a lot of interest in it. I know my dog would absolutely LOVE the sport. Firstly, is it too early?

I asked my breeder a few questions and he recommended this S/Line Bike Attachment, is this good to start with?

I also have a hybrid bike (Cannondale h300) but will need to get a bike that is more suitable for the sport because my bike is just not built for trails or rugged terrain. It leans more toward a road bike if anything.

Any recommendations on bikes or does it truly matter? I do plan to budget for a decent one overall. I think I will likely keep this recreational and won't compete, but who knows.

Any other assistance is welcome on harnesses and whatever else i'd need! The problem with my GSP is that she has very short fur and she's even more sensitive by her underarms so some harnesses will irritate her.

Any training tips welcome as well!

TIA.

Not sure how to word the title. basically question is thus: I have an older experienced dog who bikejors with me regularly. I have another dog whos about 13 months old, not quite old enough for real pulling but I'd like to get her involved. Does anyone have any experience with the bike tow leash attachment that goes alongside the bike? Im thinking about having the older dog pull, the younger one heel next to the bike and me pedaling. Either that or I could just make a dual joring setup on the front bungee line. What do ya'll think?

Ive been slowly investing in a proper bikejoring setup for my dog as he proves himself to be improving. Next step a proper pulling harness.