Parents need bikes too - else how else will you keep up with the kids! There are a number of styles to choose from and it's important to get the right style, size and fit for your body.
Bikes for Mum and Dad
Category: Weekend cyclists
Families who like getting out and about on the weekend
Choosing Kids Bikes – what you need to know
There is something so exciting about buying your child their first bike. It evokes all kinds of memories from our own childhoods. For a child the gift of a bike is almost magical. Their first two wheeler represents another of childhood’s hurdles to be conquered and a link in the chain that brings them closer to that far-off world adults inhabit. Whether you are stripping rust off a junk shop find, or unveiling a sparkling new marvel from the bike shop, you will love the look on your child's face when they encounter a bike that is all theirs. So how do you go about making such magic happen?
Awesome reasons for families to ride bikes
Even for experienced riders, cycling with kids will be a new challenge. You’ll need new knowledge, skills, gear and, most importantly, attitude. This blog will help if you are uncertain and need convincing, help with motivation, or a compelling case to make to your partner. Read on to discover how riding a bike can benefit your health, your family and your community and what kids think about it. And the key benefit and reason to cycle? …...because it’s FUN!
Xmas gift ideas for biking kids
Recently I was asked for three suggestions for Christmas gift ideas for biking kids. But how to stop at three! Here are some ideas for all budgets (including no-budget) that will put a smile on the face of all kind of biking kids (and the not so young).
Shopping for a kids bike?
A bike makes an awesome Xmas present. Here's your quick guide for choosing one that will give lasting joy.
10 Things Cycling Teaches Kids
Riding a bike is so much more than physical skill and coordination. Riding with your kids is a great chance to impart some life lessons too.
Ding a ling: why I like bells on bikes
An ode to the bicycle bell, a humble but useful wee accessory.
Sneak Peak Napiers newest I-way
It doesn't officially open until Sunday but we couldn't wait that long to try out Napier's newest cycle way. A flat 7 km loop close to Marine Pde and the city centre. We started from Marine parade and joined the iway opposite Napier boys high school. Cycling along the waterfront is always a joy and … Continue reading Sneak Peak Napiers newest I-way
Trail Tales – Rimutaka Incline
For a family cycling adventure in the backyard of Wellywood, you can't beat the Rimutaka Incline.
Where do you ride – Finding a place to ride
Looking for a place for your kids to ride their bikes? Here are some ideas of where to find some great places to ride.
