Kids seat - front or rear - opinions?

[BigSteev]

A friend just asked me about the relative merits of child seats and whether it is better/safer to get one that fits behind the rider or one that fits on the top tube.
I figured it'd be easier to ride with the behind one but the top tube option would be better for keeping an eye on the passenger. However, as I have no actual experience of either scenario I thought I'd ask here for your experiences.

 

[e-rider]

I would say that behind is the best place for weight distribution and safety.

I have a Hamax Kiss seat (that goes behind the rider) and it works perfectly.

 

[PpPete]

Never used a top tube one, wouldn't work on a drop bar bike.
Used to have rear one, very similar to the Co-Pilot Taxi model. Very safe. Even the most inquisitive little hands cannot undo those straps!

My oldest one used to go to sleep quite happily in it.... even better than a car journey.

And even the youngest has now graduated to "stoker" on the tandem....

 

[Sambu]

get one of these in the boot! http://www.toolbaydirect.co.uk/cata...re-Tool-Storage-Box-920-x-555-x-490mm/165555/

Or one of these http://www.roofrackshop.co.uk/Car-P..._source=googlebase&utm_medium=pricecomparison?

safest way really!!