Moab with Kids: Where to Bike I have a special place in my heart for Moab and how family-friendly it is for little bikers. We have been taking our family of 5 (kids are now aged 3, 7, and 9) there regularly and they’ve grown up progressing on that iconic red dirt since they were … Read more
Katy Trail Trip Planner: The Ideal Family Bike Tour Looking for that perfect introductory trail for family bike touring/packing? Look no further than the Katy Trail! Stretching 240 miles across Missouri, this converted rail trail offers a totally car free cycling experience with several trail heads to customize mileage. Built to cater to cyclists, it … Read more
Mountain Biking with Kids in Fruita Fruita, Colorado and the surrounding area is home to some of the world’s best mountain biking trails for grownups and kids of all ages. If you have a Spring Break bike trip planned, here are our recommendations for the best kids’ and family-friendly biking in Fruita. For our best … Read more
Balance bike vs training wheels Teaching a child to ride their first bike is an amazing experience as a parent, but one that can also be somewhat challenging and frustrating. The introduction to balance bikes in the past recent years has been a game-changer for kids learning to pedal and so much different than the … Read more
If a friend asks for a bike recommendation for their toddler, our first suggestion is usually the Woom 1. Our contributors and their families have tested dozens of balance bikes. Of the bikes that have passed through our families, the most consistent favorite is the Woom 1. This little bike is carefully engineered for little … Read more
Many balance bikes are offered with a 12-inch wheelbase. This works well for most young riders, but not all. Often children outgrow their bike before they want to ride a pedal bike. Additionally, some three-year-olds are already too big for a 12-inch wheelbase and would be less cramped on a larger frame. Enter the Woom … Read more
Car-Free Life as an Outdoors Family Living car-free with kids seems like a daunting or impossible task. Especially if you are an adventurous family who loves camping, hiking, and backpacking, a car seems essential to get out and explore. But for 5 of the 12 years of our parenting life to date, we have lived … Read more
Prevelo Alpha Two 16″ Bike Review The Prevelo Alpha Two is ready to take your rider from the streets to the single track. Its lightweight frame and awesome kid friendly features make this bike a top pick when looking for your little ones first pedal bike. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate … Read more
Biking Gifts for Kids Who Love Bikes Bikes and biking accessories are some of the most memorable and useful gifts you can give this holiday season. When you give a child a bike that fits them, you are beginning a life-long habit of healthy fun. They will learn independence, balance, and fitness. Bikes are the … Read more
Cycling Kits for Kids: Aero Tech Designs A great cycling kit is comfortable, durable and breathable. You know your kid likes their kit when they want to wear it all day. You know it’s a great kit when they grab for it every time it’s clean. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to review … Read more