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Thank you, one little problem off the list.

Lots of food for thought, thank you. Yes I bought the bike from Halfords and they did all the set up, great to know they've done it incorrectly (I don't have a clue!) Jonah, hopefully some of these photos will help (we haven't got a clue what a dropout is though I'm afraid so apologies for those that are irreverent). I will be riding partly on a main road then some quieter / back roads where possible but at least a mile or so on a main road (which is the hill part). Also should say that the Swytch kit is 50% off (today only) so it's usual price is £800. No idea on how long it will take to arrive, from what I can see on their blog the previous pre-orders haven't been delivered so could be a long wait.

Thank you both, I'm hoping this will be the start of us all becoming cyclists as we're keen environmentalists and have access to lots of lovely countryside around here too. I have a Specialized Crosstrail, probably an old design as it's been in the garage for years but hopefully with a bit of TLC (I'll take it to Halfords for a service) still in fairly good condition. I'd probably go for the £99 Halfords trailer. Going to take it out for a ride today and see how I get on riding to the school and back.

Hello, My 4 year old is about to start school 2.5 miles away (uphill) and I'm looking at ways to get to school with her and my 1 year old that doesn't involve driving. I am not a cyclist and the thought of trying to cycle uphill with just me (let alone two kids in tow) is slightly terrifying. Until my oldest one is able to ride a bike to school herself I'm looking at the possibility of an electric bike / conversion kit and trailer (or would two child seats / child seat and tag along bike be better). I have a very unused hybrid bike, am not an experienced cyclist and am not sure I can justify buying an electric bike as the upfront cost is so big. Would a conversion kit be good enough (and which one? I've read good things about the Swytch kit but it's pricey - currently £400) Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you