How to Attach a Banwood Carry Strap to a Bike
By Kids Balance Bikes & Bicycles with Wicker Basket | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to quickly attach a Banwood Carry Strap to your child's bike. Step-by-step instructions for a secure, comfortable carry.
Quick answer
Attach the Banwood Carry Strap by looping the leather strap around the bike frame near the seat post or handlebar, then securing the brass buckle. The padded shoulder section stays on top for comfortable carrying. It takes about 30 seconds and requires no tools.
What You'll Need
You only need the Banwood Carry Strap itself and your child's bike. The strap comes with a brass buckle and a genuine leather loop that wraps around the frame. No tools, no adapters, no extra hardware.
Choosing the Right Attachment Point
The strap can attach to the seat post, the top tube, or the handlebar stem. For balance bikes and smaller models, the seat post works best because it keeps the strap centered. For larger bikes like the Banwood Classic 16" or 20", the top tube offers a lower center of gravity when carrying. Avoid attaching the strap to the basket or the front wheel — those points are not designed to bear the bike's weight.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Open the buckle and loop the strap around the frame: Unbuckle the brass buckle completely. Pass the leather loop around your chosen attachment point (seat post, top tube, or handlebar stem). Make sure the padded shoulder section is on top and facing outward. Common mistake: wrapping the strap around the handlebar grip — this can slip and damage the grip. Always use a solid frame part.
- Thread the strap back through the buckle: Take the loose end of the strap and thread it through the buckle's center bar. Pull it snug but not tight — you want the strap to rotate freely around the frame. Checkpoint: the strap should slide easily around the frame but not dangle more than an inch when the bike is hanging.
- Tighten and secure the buckle: Once the strap is positioned correctly, pull the loose end to tighten. The buckle should sit flat against the leather, not twisted. Tuck any excess strap under the loop or leave it neatly folded. Final check: lift the bike by the padded shoulder section. If the strap shifts or the buckle loosens, reposition and tighten again.
Product Facts
- BANWOOD CARRY STRAP - BLACK: The Banwood Carry Strap — Black is made of genuine leather with brass hardware and includes a padded shoulder section for comfortable carrying, even with a Classic 16" or 20" model. The padded section makes a real difference when you carry the bike for more than a few minutes — no digging into your shoulder.
