Denmark travels 2011
Is this cool, or what?! For all those big brothers and little sisters, for all twins and for all friends-forever. Italrike comes with bi...
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Kent 32017 Beginner Bicycle, 20\" Wheel, Steel Frame, Blue
So, Neva is that age where she has been riding for over two years now, and she's outgrowing her trailers. Our ever so trusty trailers that have carried her over 50,000 miles over these last five years, it's kind of hard to believe. It's thanks to my friends over at the Bike Shop Hub, and brands like Chariot Carriers, Burley, Nordic Cab, and Tout Terrain that have allowed us to test their trailers in the past and be experts on child trailers, and now it's time to get out of the comfort zone and into the uncharted territory of Neva assisted bike-touring! What are the options then? There's the long tail bike with seat, like the Xtracycle. Now, I haven't ridden a longtail bike in a while, but they can be very heavy if it's all one bike frame (Yuba), and wobbly if it's an added attachment (Xtracycle) and you're carrying a lot of weight. These are popular around beaches, and bumming around town, and though people do use them for long touring and may like them, they can be cumbersome, and Neva wouldn't be able to pedal. They also are a bit of an investment, so it might be worth considering a tandem if you're willing to spend the extra money and have the extra frame weight. Pros Cons Holds a lot of gear Heavy and cumbersome, difficult to travel with Has a seat and harness when child wants to sleep (extra cost) Neva can’t pedal Good for around town, small day rides Need to either redo whole bike, or buy new bike ($500-$1300) The tandem is a possibility, but a very large investment, so we would have to calculate out realistically how many years we might be able to get out of a set up like that. I like the idea of a tandem, but I would want Neva to be able to stop pedaling when she wanted to, and that set up is also costly. It could be a very good set-up, but it would need (off-road capable) tandem + kidback (so she could reach the pedals) + seat (so she could fall asleep) + clipless pedals/shoes (again, for sleeping). Pros Cons Just like a regular bike, but longer (ie. familiar for repairs, can transfer rack/pannier set up, etc.) Cumbersome, difficult to travel with (even with S&S couplers, which add $600-$1000 to cost of bike) Seat and harness potential Cost : $3500 (bike) + $300 (kidback) + $60 (backrest) + etc. Neva can pedal for years if she wants to There is also the trail-a-bike option. This style bike typically hitches to your seat post, and it trails similarly to a trailer. The child can chose to pedal or not, and you can add the additional seat for if they want to fall asleep. You would probably also want to get clipless pedals for this set up so their feet aren't dangling. This seems like a good option, but may be limiting depending on the terrain, and length of the ride. Most trail-a-bikes aren't meant for off-road use, and don't have shifting capabilities, though a few do, like the Burley Piccolo which is a 7-speed, and lets the child learn about how to shift. The Piccolo is also unique in that it attaches to an included rack instead of to the seat post. This means that you will be able to mount your panniers without worrying about clearance from the hitch arm. The concern I might have is how the trail-a-bike might lean if she does nod off and if the hitch is made for that kind of use. Pros Cons Tracks similarly to a trailer, fits child with adjustable seat and handlebars, can add seat Short lifespan, depending on how quickly child grows (though possibly a good 3 years) Has shifting capabilities for learning and rack so you don’t lose storage options (with Piccolo) Leaning potential for when the child is sleeping Detachable, small, light (aluminum) potentially easier to travel with Unknown capabilities for long, off-road trips Reasonable price : $359 + backrest Lastly, there is the Weehoo IGO Venture Trailer. This trailer has not only shown to do extremely well off-road, but it also is the leader in safety since the child is able to fall asleep due to the recumbent position. No additions necessary. The chain is also covered to prevent tiny pant legs from getting caught. The seat adjusts back as your child grows, so it does have long lasting potential, and there is a cargo space, and we always need more cargo space! They really have thought deeply about the construction of this trailer and hit all of the major issues I've seen in trailers. My only potential issue with this trailer is that with my short stature, I may not be able to mount a rack, though the newer IGO has full panniers which may give me all the space I need. Out of all the trailers, it seems like it fares best for both functionality and value. Pros Cons Good ergonomics and safety. Neva can fall asleep, and no extra gear is needed as she is in full recumbent position Unsure of rack compatibility (for short riders like myself) with seat post mounted hitch Has been shown to do well off-road Potentially mildly cumbersome and difficult to travel with. Reasonable price ~$489 (and doesn’t need clipless pedals, seat, etc., and includes storage area) Adjustable to grow with child, long life-span So these are the options that our family is looking at now. It all depends on how much we want to spend, and what kinds of trips we will take with Neva over the years. Our first trip (most likely) will be with Neva doing RAGBRAI, which is an all-paved ride that is supported. The trail-a-bike would be good for that scenario because if there was a day she didn't want to ride and I did, we would un-hook her bike and SAG with Christian, as opposed to me riding a tandem. But having a sturdy tandem for off-road might be the best answer for the Great Divide ride, but for when she's older, as she would probably be more comfortable in the recumbent-style Weehoo during her younger years. I'll keep you tuned-in and let you know what we decide for our summer tour. If you have any great family riding stories or photos, please post and share!
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It seems there is an epidemic of bike riding in NZ. So it's time to get your family in on the fun with these Wellington family-friendly bike ride tracks.
Two wheels good, three wheels better? Put a new spin on people-powered peddling with these 16 amazing tricycle concepts! The power of three (wheels) adds rugged stability, enhances cargo capability and boosts the fun quotient to levels not seen since you were a trike-piloting toddler.
Zippizap Balance Bike co. offers high quality and lightweight aluminium frame balance bikes for your toddler/Kid at lowest prices in New Zealand (NZ). Shop now today!
So, you want to stop driving a gas guzzling car and ride a bike. Only one problem; you have a few kids and lots of stuff to haul around. Solution? A cargo bike....
Pink Balance Bike | Pink Toddler Bike | Pink Balance Bike for 2 Year Old Forget about training wheels! FIRST GO! Pink balance bike is suitable for children from 2,5 to 5 years old and develop the skills needed to ease transition to a pedal bike. This pink balance bike has a child-friendly frame in shiny Pink finish. The handlebar is adjustable and has a bell in matching colour. The saddle can be adapted to your child’s height and has a soft padding for maximum comfort. The saddle and grips of this cute pink toddler bike is made of faux leather, a material suitable for all weather conditions and easy to keep clean. The front wicker basket is made of rattan and is perfect for bringing out teddy for a ride.
Twin Bobike Mini seats mounted on the bench of the Bakfiets Cargobike for (twins) not yet old enough to just sit on the wooden bench. The Minis provide support for kids from about nine months old. As of October 2014 WorkCycles has replaced the Cargobike with the lighter, even better riding, handier Kr8: www.workcycles.com/products/child-transport-bicycles/work... www.workcycles.com
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Exciting new adventures await! The Segway-Ninebot 14\" kids bike has heavy-duty training wheels that make learning to ride a bike for kids safe and easy. The Segway-Ninebot 14\" kids bike has soft-silicone coverage on the bike stem, top tube, head tube, hub, and sprocket cassette which prevents exposure from sharp edges offering extra safety for kids. It is designed with an optimized gear ratio with balanced resistance for kids' to exercise and encourage muscle development.
RoyalBaby 12\" FreeStyle Coaster Brake Bike \nTimeless design. Quality components. Easy riding. \nThe RoyalBaby 12\" FreeStyle was designed with inspiration from the BMX spirit; It's all about fun, creativity, freedom, and friends. With kids in mind, the Freestyle is a timeless design with RoyalBaby-specified kids' geometry components that is perfect for the next cycling star! \nThe bike comes 95% pre-assembled, with an elaborate instruction manual and all tools needed in the box. Compared to other commonly seen 85% pre-assembled bikes, the Freestyle is easier to put together and more robust during transportation due to structural integrity. \nRoyalBaby bikes comply with the CPSC standards and are trusted by millions of families in more than 80 countries globally.
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There are a lot of different convertible strollers in kids shop nowadays. Most of them are very practical and provide a comfortable baby carrying. Although Taga strollers are one step ahead of all others, because this versatile model can be a perfect stroller for toddler and a bicycle for parents simultaneously. Taga is very easy to use and can be adapted...Continue Reading...
In the last few months, I have made not 1 but 2 (!) twin Star Wars Galaxy Quilts. Today I am sharing the first of two tutorials so that you can make your own.The tutorials for the actual quilt include 2 layout options in 3 sizes (toddler, large throw, and queen). This quilt is very
Brrrrr!!! It's cold outside! And bundling up your kids can be a dreaded chore. Help them to help themselves!
The royal twins have been adorable from day one. Here, all the best photos of them.
