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This course is designed for kids ages 5–12, and an accompanying adult must remain onsite throughout the session. Our classes fill up fast, but don't worry! We release new course dates at the start of each month—typically about 2-3 months out. Check back often to secure your spot....
Lay out a course that is either a long straight line or a loop that brings riders back to the start. Two riders at a time should compete, pairing kids of same age and riding ability. The object of this event is to be last, i.e., ride slowest. Ten points are awarded for the "wi...
Over5,000 elementary school kids in Kitakyushu, Japan have received an official-looking bicycle licenseafter taking a course in bike safety and passing a simple test, although the license doesn’t seem to be required or provide any added benefits.Thanks to Megan Lynch for the link. Competitive ...
Turn balance and coordination practice into a fun and engaging activity by incorporating games. For instance, you can set up an obstacle course or play “follow the leader,” where your child mimics your movements as you both glide along. ...
Gina Kenny REI Outdoor School Instructor Gina Kenny teaches bike and mountain bike classes in the Chicago area and has been encouraging people to ride for nearly 20 years. Karen Silhavy Retail Sales Associate and Instructor Karen Silhavy has been with REI in the Chicago area for seven years, ...
which they’ll of course need to know how to do as they continue to ride more complicated bikes. In the end, the ideal gearing for your child depends on their skills and the type of riding they’ll be doing. Gears significantly increase a bike’s versatility and reduce fatigue so that ...
Easy obstacle course: Set up some orange safety cones in a pattern then tell the child to try steering between them. Follow the leader: Get on your bike then tell your child to follow you. Go easy and slow, but make big turns every time. If you are a mum in need of a bike, chec...
Perfect for Learning to Ride: This balance bike is ideal for kids to learn balance coordination and exercise while having fun, making it an excellent choice for parents who want to encourage their child's physical development and love for cycling. Show more ...
The latest proposal to replace San Francisco’s widely loathed Valencia Street center-running bike lane wouldcreate a slalom course as the bike lane swerves around restaurant parklets. National A writer forBike Magazinepens a Father’s Day ode to his favorite riding companion, and the man who...