What is a good dirt bike for a little kid?

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Sami Rae

My son, Cayden is turning 3 on October 8th. Don't tell me he's too young to be riding dirt bikes. The kid has been riding dirt bikes and quads since my dad bought him a little ones on his first birthday. Right now Cayden is using my little brother's old dirt bike that he had when he was 3. I want to get him a brand new one but what is the best dirt bike?

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DMR Transition dirt jumper is suitable for both amateurs and experienced riders. The great advantage of 26in Transition is its weight that encourages the riders to go for dirt jumping and you would not feel the weight when you are in full swing. Specifically designed drive-train of this jump bike gives great momentum and pushes the bike with good agility while airborne. No doubt, DMR Transition 26in is the right bike for dirt jumpers and street style riders.

What will a cop do if he sees me riding a dirt bike on the street?

John

I really want a dirt bike. Ive always loved motor cycles since i was a little kid. I have a friend that goes to my school and him and his friends ride dirt bikes and quads down the street and race so there not quiet. he lives in a different neighbor hood. I live on long island and im just wondering if a cop will really bother a 14 year old kid for riding a dirt bike don the street not doing anything illegal? or will he just look the other way?

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Generally, cops like messing with kids.
Some cops do not care, some cops follow the law.

If they follow the law, they have to ticket you for driving without a driver's license, and a ticket for having an illegal bike on the streets. Since bike is illegal to be on the streets, you cannot legally take it home on the streets; hence the bike has to be impounded. See the question someone else had a problem: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Agcrtiu.mQQt_YBLgnp2Y9QX5XNG;_ylv=3?qid=20130816192547AA5izFR

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What can I expect from a Mountain Bike Trail?

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Arman2Dito

I'm planning to go biking in a Mountain Bike Trail but I've never been or seen a mountain bike trail, so I was wondering what will I see once I get there, I mean, are the paths always made of concrete (like a sidewalk) or is it a natural path?
Also I need to buy a bike to go there, what would you recomend me and in what price range are the Mountain Bike Trail bikes?
Thanks in advance.

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Real trails are mostly or all dirt, gravel, sand. Hard pack dirt is the best. You will encounter steep short hills and some times long hills depending were you live and ride. Tree roots (very slippery when wet) rocks, small to medium logs to hump over, bumpy rutted down hill are common. Sometimes trails are very narrow between trees with tight turns etc. and small very narrow bridges (hand built) over wet spots are common where I ride. Trails vary widely.

Ask around, trails are rated for difficulty. For a first ride choose the easiest you can find. I don't want to scare you but the 1st time out is an eye-opener for most riders. When I take newbies out I go to the easiest trail which crosses park roads so if they had enough for the day we just ride the road back to the car.

As for the bike, try to buy above the $300 - $400 price range if you really want to trail ride. Wally Mart type bikes will not hold up to the abuse taken on a trail. There OK for once in a while trial rides. Best thing would be to borrow a bike to try it out - trails I mean. If you really like it and are a good athlete spend $600+ to get a bike that will be well equiped to work well under trail conditions. Stay away from duel suspension bikes - they added weight and $$$ and are certainly not needed. They are sold a lot in discount stores because kids (and adults) think there cool.

Make sure you ride on the road to get in at least OK shape and can handle and shift you bike very well. MTB riding requires much more skill than road riding. Finally, go when it's dry.

How many itches should I get for a bike my height?

In Love wi

I am getting a bike and I need one for my size. I am 5'2 tall. I need to know want itches or size of the bilke might explain for you. I using the bike for bike riding with my boys on our bike path and around the area has well. I be having a little trailer in the back you can use on the bike for pulling children. I have a three year old that still doesn't know how to ride his bike,

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Actually, only kid's bikes are measured by wheel size. Frame size is used for adult bikes. Unfortunately, you don't mention what kind of bike you're getting. But, in general, you want a road bike you can easily stand over, flatfooted with 1" of room to spare. MTB bikes are usually bought in a smaller size than that.

Bike shops will be glad to ensure you a good fit for your new purchase.

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Where do you think I could buy a used bike?

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Lisa

Where would YOU go to buy a used bike? I don't want a new one, I'm too cheap for that. I just don't know where to go. There's a bike shop around here somewhere, would they have used ones? Or should I go to rummage sales? The dump?

I was kidding about the dump but if you have any ideas let me know..

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It wouldn't hurt to ask any local bike shops if they have pre-loved bikes in stock.
Because some do accept trade-ins & sell them on at a reasonable price (having being serviced with some form of warranty).
That's how I got my Trek hybrid, which is still going strong almost 4 years later.

Or there's always Craiglist, Ebay, classified ads in your local newspaper, gumtree etc.
If you go that option, if possible try for a local seller so you can see it in person before you buy it. And a visit to a bike-shop to give it a check-up before riding it would be a good idea also.

And find out if there are any Police auctions in your local area, because they have to been known to have some good used bikes.
Often stuff gets left behind on the public transport network & gets auctioned off. I know that there is such an auction for Cityrail in Sydney, so there might be one in your area.

Happy riding

Edit - Forgot to meantion other important stuff.

Have an idea in mind what style of bike you want, what size of bike would fit you & have a rough idea of how much time and money you are prepared to spend on making the bike roadworthy.

For a beginner, I'd recommend opting for a bike shop brand bike (like a Trek, Giant etc), no more than 1 or 2 years old. That way the components should still be in reasonably good condition and the paintwork will still look half decent.

What would you name 10 children using these names?

Kayla

First Child: girl.
FN: Hannah, Madison, Rachel, Olivia, Brianna, Emery, Devon
MN: Elle, Christiana, Morgan, Blair, Samantha, Veronica, Taylor

Second Child: boy
FN: Sebastian, Alex, Wesley, Arthur, Preston, Jackson, Marcus, Samuel
MN: Thomas, Everett, Blake, David, Harrison, Nicholas, Drew

Third Child: boy.
FN: Bradley, Brandon, Mordecai, Ethan, Mason, Elijah, Sullivan, Oliver
MN: Terrance, Chace, Zachary, James, Ian, William, Drake

Fourth Child: Girl.
FN: Emma, Delilah, Natalie, Sophia, Amelie, Ava, Courtney,
MN: Alexandra, Victoria, Ashley, Maxine, Marie, Britney

Fifth Child: boy.
FN: Drake, Wayne, Patrick, Beau, Troy, Garrison, Cian, Nathaniel
MN: Evan, Timothy, Beckett, Mason, Drew, Tyler, Madden, Elliot

Sixth Child: boy.
FN: Hayden, Dereck, Leon, Shane, Ashton, Nicholas, Maxwell
MN: Alexander, Silas, Frederick, Caspian, Noah, Kristian, Laine

Seventh Child: Girl
FN: Milena, Annalise, Corrine, Maxine, Isabelle, Leah, Addison, Maggie
MN: Grace, Elise, Ireland, Layla, Eva, Olivia, Elisabeth, Irene

Eighth Child: girl.
FN: Adrianna, Evelyn, Marlena, Elaina, Elissa, Cora, Ainsley, Marissa,
MN: Felice, Caitlyn, Arlise, Agnes, Meredith, Sydney, Jane, Leila

Ninth Child: girl.
FN: Ciara, Madyline, Tailia, Lydia, Ava, Emily, Caimin, Ellie, Abigail, Hailey
MN: Zoey, Emmeline, Everest, Aria, Delainey, Gabriella, Lyra

Tenth Child: brother.
FN: Emmett, Jacob, Tyler, Brandon, Caleb, Elliot, Austin, Carter, Roman
MN: Weston, Travis, Oliver, Kellan, Beck, Sebastian, Anthony, Emerson, Braiden

You can add personalities, ages, last name (all are brothers and sisters), multiples, and pictures for the kids. The more you add, the better chance you have of getting ten points!

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Olivia Blair "Liv" - Liv born January 23rd 1999 is 14 years old. Liv is a very sweet and outgoing girl. Liv is on the cheerleading squad at school and also on the track team. Liv loves shopping, going to the movies, hanging out with her friends and her boyfriend Ryan.
Liv & Ryan
http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-14392899-cheering-happy-teenage-couple.php?st=b52b27f

Sebastian Blake - Sebastian born June 3rd 2000 is 12 years old. Sebastian is a rebellious boy, he is always breaking curfew or sneaking out. Sebastian also has trouble in school and does not have many friends but that does not seem to bother him, Sebastian has always been a bit of a loner. But Sebastian is a sweet kid and enjoys riding his bike and skateboarding. Sebastian also enjoys music and plays the drums, bass guitar and sings.
http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-1345848-smiling-boy.php?st=1ac0c5e

Oliver James "Ollie" - Ollie born October 21st 2002 is 10 years old. Ollie is a very outgoing and friendly boy. Ollie is always outside playing with his friends and siblings and loves riding his bike. Ollie also enjoys baseball, basketball and swimming. Ollie does well in school and gets A's and B's. Ollie is also in a few school clubs and is also a boy scout.
Ollie with his teammates Louis (Right) Ollie (Center) & Xavier (Left)
http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-17665173-winning-team.php
Emma Marie - Emma born May 16th 2004 is 8 years old. Emma is very sweet and caring. Emma is always trying to help others and always makes sure the family donates food on thanksgiving and any clothing or toys we don't need. Emma is a very good student and loves school. Emma enjoys reading, writing and playing the piano. Emma also enjoys playing outside with her siblings, playing with dolls and drawing.

http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-14652409-best-student.php?st=638134f

Nathaniel Elliot "Nate" Nate born July 11th 2006 is 6 years old and 4 minutes older then Shane. Nate is 4 minutes older then his twin brother Shane and is always reminding Shane he is older. Nate and Shane are little trouble makers and are very sneaky they try to steal cookies and are always playing tricks on there siblings. Nate also enjoys playing Baseball, Soccer and just started playing Hockey. Nate also enjoys Swimming, reading, karate and riding his two wheel bike which he just learned how to ride early this week.

Shane Frederick - Shane born July 11th 2006 is 6 years old and 4 minutes younger then Nate. Shane is always reminded that he is the younger twin by Nate. Shane and Nate are partners in crime and are always causing trouble either then are stealing cookies, hiding things or are playing tricks on there siblings. Shane is not as outgoing as Nate and is a bit shy with new people. Shane is a very sweet boy and enjoys helping mommy in the kitchen while Nate is at his soccer or hockey practice.
Shane enjoys reading, swimming, baseball and riding his scooter. Shane is still learning to ride a two wheel bike and he is very determined.

Nate (Right) & Shane (Left)
http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-92033666/stock-photo-adorable-twin-brothers.html?src=290EF2B6-8C40-11E2-B80B-4BBFACE6966E-1-30

Isabelle Grace "Belle" - Belle born March 26th 2008 just turned 5 and few days ago. Belle is a total girl. Belle loves playing dress up, baby dolls, tea party's and shopping. Belle loves watching movies and says she is a princess. Belle also enjoys dance and gymnastics
http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-19380726-little-girl-in-rocking-chair.php?st=8fff76f

Elaina Sydney - Elania born February 13th 2009 is 4 years old. Elaina loves to play dress up, have tea party's, plays with her barbies and baby dolls and like Belle says that she is a princess. Elaina enjoys swimming, dance and singing. Elaina also enjoys helping mommy make cookies and cakes.

http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-21683066-girl-eating-cake.php?st=c29a20

Abigail Zoey "Abby" Abby born January 30th 2010 is 3 years old. Abby is daddy's little girl and is always by her fathers side. Abby loves watching football and baseball games with her dad and loves going to her brother and sisters games and has said she wants to play baseball when she is older. Abby enjoys watching tv, movies, gymnastics and swimming. Abby also enjoys going to the park, the beach and to the store.

Abby with her dad Ben
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Tyler Braiden - Tyler born August 20th 2011 is 1 year old. Tyler is a little explore. Tyler loves going to the park, going on the swing and down the slide. Tyler is a very happy boy and is always smiling or laughing. Tyler is very silly and is always making funny faces to get others to laugh.

http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-23205281-serious-baby-boy.php?st=2dd512d

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How do these little church mice kids get nice Trek brand bicycles?

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Ismael

I don't know about you, but in my city, I get a lot of kids asking me about God and trying to convert me to whatever religion they belong to. Then I see them ride away on nice Trek brand bicycles. What I want to know is how in the hell do they get these bikes and can I join their group to get the bike and quit later?

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They get them at the local bike shop that sells Treks. They were probably Mormon missionaries.

http://www.mormon.org/missionaries/

What's the best bicycle for my kids to learn to ride without training wheels?

Gina W

My husband says we should get a lighter weight bike for my daughter but I think that would be even more likely to fall over. Is there a brand of bike that has a low center of gravity or something similar that would make it easier to learn to ride? She's 6 and has a rather heavy "Cool Ride" by Dynacraft.

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Your husband is right - a lighter bike would be easier to balance on: less weight = less work to balance. With a heavy bike she has to balance her weight plus the bike. Unfortunately though, they don't really make lightweight bikes for kids - they all seem to be horribly heavy.

A low center of gravity might help a bit, but you're not going to find a bike like that - all the weight goes into the structure, and anyway, the heaviest thing she's balancing is herself - the bike is only a minor part of the weight.

What you may want to do is get a 'balance bike'. These bikes train the child to balance - they have no pedals and the kid runs the bike along. The idea is to get the child to pick his/her feet up and start to learn to balance. After that, you can buy her a regular bike and she'll already have the balancing skill.

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What's a good motorcycle mechanic school in Datona, Fl?

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escortking

I have been thinking of enrolling in a tech school for motorcycle mechanics. I know there's at leased 1 good one in Datona, but don't know what it's called. It's driving me crazy and I can't find it anywhere.

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Wyotech in Daytona....not factory authorized by most manufacturers.

MMI, a division of UTI in Orlando & Phoenix.....factory authorized by HD, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, BMW

More info below......

Below is my answer to a similar question.......MMI is THE ONLY school authorized and sponsored by all the major manufacturers!!!! WyoTech has motorcycle courses, but is not factory authorized. If you are looking to get into a shop as a technician, go to MMI, no dealership will hire you without formal training by the factories and don't recognize WyoTech as official training since they aren't factory autorized.
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It is worth it.....if your heart is in it!!!
$25k is nothing for an education that can lead to a career. And the cost of tools......start out basic and build up as you go. I was at my last job for 2 years, a high-end custom dealership and I made $74k my second year on salary. I left there due to the economy's hard hit on the high-end bike sales, went from selling 200 units a year, to about 75. I have only been at my new job for 8 months, they initially wanted me to be a flate-rate tech, but I refused that, flat-rate is rushing to get the job done and out, rushing causes mistakes and costs you and the shop money.....I don't like mistakes, so I ended up signing an employment contract for $65k/yr for 2 years then a 10% raise bi-yearly after that.
I graduated HD's program at MMI in '91, spent 5 years at 2 different dealerships, left HD and went into building custom bikes, engines, and dyno tuning, R&D bike & engine builder for Titan and Stroker Cycles. Factory trained by Big Dog, American Ironhorse, Titan, Indian, S&S Factory for engines & transmissions, and have been to DynoJet's facility for certification on Dyno Operations and Tuning and, I just graduated MMI again in May...took HD Late Model for career updating....don't see too many Twin Cams at the custom bike shops. And the dealership I work for now, is sending me back next winter to get updated on the 2010 models.
The road to get where I am and farther is not easy and not cheap, but if bikes are your passion, it's worth it. I have seen people with skills better than mine fail at the business and I have seen people I wouldln't let fix my kid's tri-cycle make it big.......it's really all up to you.
Oh..and also...tuition re-imbursement from ANYONE is almost non-existant....in 20 years, i have never met anyone who found an employer to r-imburse them for their tuition. If you go to work for a dealer and they send you out for update training, they will pay for that.
EDIT: This is a reply to someone who answered a guy's question about getting a job at a shop by starting out changing oil and "apprenticing"......we are now in the 21st century!!!!......the age of FACTORY SPECIFIC COMPUTER SYSTEMS.....apprenticing just simply doesn't happen anymore....there is way too much technology and annual production changes for that without training............
"There is not a reputable shop in this country that will hire you with no experience to just change oil and learn from them. There are some bikes out there that if you don't know the procedure to bleed the oil system, you can fry the engine within a few minutes....YES THERE IS ACTUALLY AN ENGINE MADE MADE BY AN AMERICAN MANUFACTURER THAT REQUIRES YOU TO BLEED THE OIL SYSTEM, SIMILAR TO BLEEDING BRAKES!!! And, there is no way in hell you can learn on your own, the technical procedures for all the different makes and models of motorcycles...it REQUIRES EDUACATION AND TRAINING. I have been working on bikes since the late 80's, started with my Shovelhead and my friends all had Shovels, Pans and IronHead Sportsters, then I bought an '86 Softail with an Evo that had some extensive engine work done to it that needed some repair, although the bottom ends were almost the same, the top ends were a little different. It was at that point, I realized I could make a decent living do this, so I enrolled at MMI and graduated from HD's program in 1991, spent 5 years at 2 different dealerships, and then went into the custom field, I have built a couple BEST OF SHOW bikes, but super high-end bikes ($50k and above) are a royal pain the *ss to work on, ever been afraid to work on a bike with a $6,000 paint job or a $12,000 billet engine, due to fear of scratching it???...**** DOES happen, and eventually will!!! If anyone has ever dealt with a Big Dog or American Ironhorse bike, they know the electrics are not wired like old-school HD's...if you haven't been trained by them, you do not know what you are doing......Big Dog manuals are almost impossible to get by the public, if you aren't one of their dealers or svc centers...good luck...American Ironhorse doesn't (didn't) even make a service manual.
The new Harleys are all but impossible to work on if you don't have the HD Computer System called Digital Technician....ONLY HD Dealers have this system and the ONLY place you can get trained on

Do you have higher expectations of teachers in general?

Q. It seems as though teachers in the US -I don't know about other places- don't really TEACH, namely, give lessons. I know my teachers give me a textbook, then photocopy worksheets created by the textbook's manufacturer, hand them out, then correct them using the teacher's manual. They're getting paid to do that? One of my teachers is so stupid, she pronounces "Tokubei" as "tuk-bee"!

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Sometimes it depends on what a school or a district requires a teacher to do. Some are not allowed to stray from the curriculum (meaning the text) without threat of being fired for "not teaching the curriculum."

I know of a teacher who once, during an observation, mentioned to second graders that "tri" was from the ancient Latin language, that it meant "3", and was found in words like "Tricycle," which is a 3 wheel bike. The teacher then asked the kids if they could come up with other words with "tri" in them. The kids loved it. They were engaged, they came up with great words, etc.

The teacher was "written up" for several things, including not teaching the specified curriculum, [apparently it's okay to teach word families as long as they are of the cat-hat-rat sort, but not if they make the kids think] teaching "inappropriate material" because how could 7 and 8 year olds possibly understand Latin, and being "out of touch with student needs."

It is not always the teacher who is at fault if the curriculum is stagnant! By the way, this teacher left public school for private school; much less money, but more intellectual honesty and freedom.

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What to get my four children for christmas on a tight budget?

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Blake

I have 4 children: 14 year old daughter, 10 year old son, 8 year old son, and 7 year old daugher. My husband and I were 18 when we had our first born straight out of high school so we have always been tight on money, hopping from job to job, and putting at kids first. This year, my husband lost his job but I still have mine. We have some saved up for emergancies for bills and food but I want to give my children at least a good christmas this year. I wish I was able to give them stuff like ipods and stuff but I feel bad for giving my oldest a fliphone for her birthday this year instead of a touch one but luckily she was trilled. They all love clothes and I find popular brands like Hollister and others from thrift shops and yard sales so they can look nice and I have bought about 2 articles of clothing for each child so far but besides that, what else can I get my 4 children that is age related for each child besides clothes on a budget of $150. Thank you!!

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amazon is great. Does the 14 year old like music? Cheap band tshirts, posters, stuff like that on amazon. Art? Sketching pads and pencil sets, under 10 dollars.
If you like thrift shopping you can find great deals on stuff besides clothes, such as jewelry for the girls and legos or something for the boys.
10 and 8 year old boys? Get them a skateboard!! http://www.amazon.com/Skateboard-Complete-Pre-Built-CHECKER-PATTERN/dp/B003JCDPO4/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1386561854&sr=8-5&keywords=skateboard
Theyre all pretty young kids, if they are the active playful type nerf guns are awesome!! http://www.amazon.com/Nerf-N-Strike-Elite-Firestrike-Blaster/dp/B009T45XY6/ref=sr_1_8?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1386561902&sr=1-8&keywords=nerf+guns

If you want something more techy, maybe the kids dont have a computer, they can all share this dell netbook! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004KZJ0UM/ref=gno_cart_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A38FZFUV7DJQPE for only 65 dollars!

bunny slippers for the girls! http://www.amazon.com/CUDDLEE-Pet-Slippers-Large-Bunny/dp/B00FZ1SAOW/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1386562186&sr=1-4&keywords=bunny+slippers

tablet http://www.amazon.com/Chromo-Android-Capacitive-Multi-Touch-Screen/dp/B009W49ALA/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1386562414&sr=1-4&keywords=samsung+tablet

bike for the boys http://www.amazon.com/Kent-Full-20-Inch-Wheels-Black/dp/B00BD45SHW/ref=sr_1_12?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1386562696&sr=1-12&keywords=boys+bike+20+inch

silly putty for each http://www.amazon.com/Original-Silly-Putty-Ages-Bin080102/dp/B000EOASEK/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A3625HSPMLYQTW

cool jewelry kit! http://www.amazon.com/ALEX%C2%AE-Toys-Do---Yourself--Jewelry/dp/B001OXRTX8/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1386562973&sr=1-4&keywords=girls+toys+age+10

great beginner guitar http://www.amazon.com/MG38-BK-Acoustic-Guitar-Starter-Package/dp/B000KQ4MDK/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1386563276&sr=1-1&keywords=guitar

keyboard http://www.amazon.com/Huntington-KB54-100-Portable-Electronic-Keyboard/dp/B005JK63JS/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A3B0LDOIRQ8Y1L

How much sleep should a 12 year old girl have?

I'm 12 and 5ft5. I really want to grow 2-3 inches more and quite fast.
How much sleep should I have and what should I eat or drink to help. (milk and stuff)
thank youu ;)

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Growth comes from genetics (family), good nutrition, healthy eating and exercise.

Children ages 10 to 12 need a little over 9 hours of shuteye a night. But it's up to parents to judge the exact amount of rest their children need and see that they're in bed in time for sufficient sleep.

Lack of sleep for kids can cause irritable or hyper types of behavior and can also make a condition like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) worse

You need to eat healthy ~ If the body, especially a growing body, needs to be well nourished in order to grow to its full potential. If any nutrients are missing for any length of time, the body goes into a 'survival mode' ~ the brain is saved first, then the heart and organs, then the rest of the body in varying degrees.
It will not stay in a 'growth' mode unless it is very healthy.

So, in order to keep growing, every day you will need to eat~

Dairy ~ calcium for bones, plus Vitamin D to make the calcium work.
Protein ~ lean meats (beef, chicken. fish), peanuts, peanut butter
Fruits ~ not sugary fruit juices
Vegetables ~ both dark green and yellow
Breads ~ whole grains best, brown rice (if it is white or enriched be careful)
Drink plenty of fluids, water is best...limit pop and sugary drinks ~ check labels if more than 10 sugars pass it up.
Exercise ~ run, walk, bike ride if you use the legs they will become strong and will grow.

Whether you will grow 2 more inches or more depends on many things, but you have the best chance if you eat right and exercise at least 3 times a week.

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What type of motorcycle should I start out with?

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Tanner

I am wanting to get a motorcycle this summer and I don't know what would be best for me. I haven't ridden an actual motorcycle before (but have with my dad on his with him controlling it). I can see myself on various kinds of motorcycles and enjoying them. I can see myself on cafe racers, sporty motorcycles, enduros, rat bikes, and also standard motorcycles. The reason i think I would like a cafe racer is because they have that history with them that I find amazing and I like the look of them too, I can see myself on a sport motorcycle like a cbr 250 or a ninja 250 because I have heard that they are really fun to ride. I like how enduros can go off road but they tend to be expensive (or at least that I don't find any decent priced ones). Rat bikes(: I love how they have personality but they tend to be hard to come by that I actually like. I'm only 17 and I would like to point out that I do not like the idea of american chopper looking motorcycles or touring motorcycles. I want a motorcycle that won't make me look like another kid on a motorcycle. I'm thinking about racing some friends on it and I would like to add in a possibility of doing it off road too. I think I would be using it for some fun in lively towns most but not stunts. I wish to learn how to drift on a motorcycle too like in supermoto or moto rally kinds of ways but I want to avoid enduros as much as possible. I will also be using this for my primary commuting vehicle too. If you have any suggestions please help me out on this because I need an expert of some level of help deciding.

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The first thing you have to do is make up your mind. Do you want to drag race? track race? go off road? race off road? commute? Each of these forms of riding require a different style of motorcycle. No one bike will do them all.

If you are thinking of "racing your friends" on public roads, just stop now and never get on a bike. Not only is street racing quite illegal (you tend to lose your license when the police catch you), but you give respectful riders a bad name, and your crashes cause OUR insurance rates to increase. Buying a race class bike, Like a CBR600, r6, etc makes you what we in the motorcycle community call a squid, which is not a compliment. It means you are just a child on a motorcycle, who is on WAY more bike than they can safely handle, and who also tends to ride like a jackass and get hurt or killed.

That being said...

The best bikes for beginners, and especially younger riders, are sub 600cc single or twin engine motorcycles.
Sport / standards include the ninja 250 ,cbr250, ninja 500, gs500.
Cruisers include the Shadow 600, shadow 750, vulcan 900
Dual sports / enduros are not as popular these days, but a street legal honda xr250, klr250, or classic enduros make great learning tools. Their insurance is the cheapest of the bunch too, which is something you should check before buying any bike.

About your age, keep in mind that until you are 18, you cannot legally own or insure a motorcycle, or any vehicle for that matter, it will have to be your parents bike with you being insured on their policy until you are 18. Just food for thought.

If you are serious about a motorcycle being your primary means of transportation, you should consider what kind of storage comes on the motorcycle you choose. You will need a place to store your helmet, armor jacket, cloves, some basic tools, and any odds and ends you pick up while running errands and such. This is where bikes like the klr250, or klr650 shine. Many second hand ones can be found with weatherproof storage in the form of saddlebags and top cases. I recommend locking luggage, so that your things can be secure when you are away from your bike. Keep in mind you will need a full set of quality rain gear for inclement weather, and you will be caught in inclement weather. Rain hurts above 40mph and I will leave it at that.

Based on what you mentioned, I would recommend a dual sport for your first bike. They are relatively cheap to buy, maintain, insure, and are quite durable. The capability to go on and off road keeps you from getting bored too.

If that isnt your style, a ninja 250 is the most proven starter bike in the united states. Tens of thousands of riders have learned to ride on them and the are one of the most economical bikes on the road.

For your commuting purpose, a cruiser is hard to beat. I used my cruiser with a windshield and saddlebags for 1 year in college and can attest to the practicality of them as your main method of transportation.

Why were parents in the olden days so lazy?

21st centu

they let there kids play out till dark omg wtf?!

they could get hurt and all parents cared about was getting them out the house!

and wtf was up with men in the olden days?! leaving cooking to the women and women not caring where the kids were?

kids were climbing trees, swimming in lakes and riding bikes without helmets, you have got falling, drowing and cracking the head open and yet parents couldn't car eless back then

its good kids now have some protection these days!

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I'll probably get a thumbs down for this, but....

Most of the people who were raised in that era survived. When you compare the crime rates you see that our "time" is much worse...we honeslty do have to worry more about our kids than they did back then.

Most women preferred to stay home and cook, and in my humble opinion, the women cared more about their kids...you didn't hear nearly as many stories about abandonment etc. It wasn't so much as they worried about "getting their kids out of the house"...c'mon. It was safe to...as a parent I wish I could let my kids spend all day outside playing and being healthy as opposed to indoors watching TV because I'm worried that someone might snatch them out of the yard etc. Back then, they didn't have such a high occurence of that...I myself spent hours and hours outdoors..playing, running, riding my bike....I hope I can do that for my son and daughter as well, so that they do more than just sit around and be unhealthy.

And, unless you were in their shoes, how can you possibly say that parents couldn't care less back then? I talk to my elders all the time, people I'm related to and not, and they didn't come from the sort of dysfunctional families that most of us do today. They weren't ignorant, or selfish or lazy...more accidents happen today Im guessing...because everything has to be bigger and better. I mean, you can't turn on the radio or tv without hearing about this fatal accident or this shooting, etc. I doubt very much you heard that kind of thing on the old radio back then! And, one certainly didn't hear as much about this mother drowning her kids or this dad beating a 2 year old to death, etc. These stories come out every day....and it's heartbreaking. So, where in the heck are you getting that the parents "back then" were worse????

If our country had some of the morals and values it used to, I'm thinking things would be a bit better off.....

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in a kid's triathlon are the events broken up between people?

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slums77

what i mean is, one person does running, another swimming, and another biking. is this what happens in a kids triathlon? if not, what is the race i'm describing called? thanks much.

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I've heard what you're describing called a "relay triathlon."

What should I do for my triathlon for kids?

Jake Foste

We go biking one day, running the next, and swimming the third (ages 7 - 11). Any good routines for the swimming portion. We do "workouts" (no extreme) in the water for halt an hour then play games in the water or on the field.

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Light gymnastics by the pool side before going in (stretching exercises and such). Then lengths in the pool from a few per day, to more, progressively.

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What Bike Rack is best for my familly and car?

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Pam Rochli

I have a familly with 3 kids, 2 dogs and me and my husband. We just got the new 2010 town and country touring and are hoping to buy a bike rack for it. We need it to hold at least 5 bikes. Please Help!

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A hitch mounted bike rack will be the safest, strongest, and best way to carry your family's 5 bikes.

There are a number of 2" hitches available for a 2010 Town & Country, from companies like Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch and Curt. They range from about $155 to $170.

Once you've selected a hitch, you'll need to find a 2" hitch-mounted bike rack with a 5 bike capacity. I've added a link the 5 bike hitch racks we carry. With kids/womens bikes you may need to add an adapter bar so the bike will sit level.
http://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-Hitch_Bike_Racks-sf-Hanging_Rack-pt-5_Bikes.aspx

When is the best time to go to japan to see thier car racing?

joannaanda

I am planning a trip to japan in 2010 and want to know when should i go to take part in thier car events, such as race tracks and racing, can anyone help me with this???? thanks!

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This depends on where you will go and which series you would like to see. From Tokyo you can probably watch races at Fuji Speedway or Twin Ring Motegi. Both tracks require either a rental car or a decent knowledge of the train and bus systems. Basically, most people can identify with the JGTC or Super GT as it is known now. If you plan well, you could go to both Sat and Sun. There are many other things going on at the track during the whole weekend. I usually go on Saturday only. That allows me to see the qualifying session for the main series and all of the support series races. Twin Ring Motegi has more to see in terms of the Honda Museum and Historical Car collection. Check the link below for the dates for the races at Twin Ring Motegi and the Super GT series.

If you like formula cars, then maybe the Formula Nippon might be your series to watch.

Fuji Speedway could be a little easier to get to from Tokyo. It still requires you to do your homework. Twin Ring Motegi is a bit harder to get to and needs homework also. Basically, it will take a few trains and some bus rides to get to either of these places from Tokyo.

If you would like to watch some of the smaller motorsports venues, such as D1 drifting, it will take much more homework and effort. Usually the D1 series hold their events on small tracks designed for karting and limited car use. These tracks are way out in the middle of nowhere.
D1 has one event that is very easy to get to from Tokyo. They hold a D1 drift event at the Fuji TV parking lot in Odaiba. The event is fun to attend, there are lots of things besides drifting going on. The event goes on into the night, and during the day they have stunt bikes, bike races, FMX, and kids kart racing.

In my opinion any and all of these events are filled with fun and excitement. Personally, since I ventrured into touring cars years ago, I enjoy the JGTC more because of the cars raced and the series history.

The crap like you see on the movies, that is all fake. One could not drift in a parking lot in Shibuya or the middle of Tokyo.

There is a midnight car scene on the C1 loop of the Shutoko. Also out in Daikokufuto, there are usually people hanging out with all sorts of classic and modern Japanese machinery. Around New Years at Daikokufuto, the Bozozoku and Yankees come out with their crazy cars and ratty sounding bikes. It is a scene.

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Need Help thinking of a good Whatever for the Virgin Mobile Campaign.?

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shantam0

Hey, I'm Breona and m particpating in the Virgin Mobile DO WHAT EVER IT TAKES Campaign to raise money for homelss youth only thing is I can't think of a good "Whatever" that wil catch peoples attention to help me raie a good amount of money need Ideas.!.!

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The challenge is for people to create an online pledge promising to do a crazy, wacky or interesting stunt upon hitting their fundraising goal.

You could do anything from running a marathon (you don't necessarily have to 'run' a marathon, you could cover the distance in your local gym on a treadmill) to participating in a triathlon (again this can be carried out in the gym; swimming pool, exercise-bike and treadmill); from breaking a world record (its easier than you think, be sure to contact Guinness World Records) to abseiling down a local landmark (a skyscraper or tall bridge).

Good luck!

I need to get faster, how can I improve each individual leg of the triathlon?

Hayden

I'm fourteen, and I got into triathlons last year. I need to get faster for the youth triathlon championships, but I don't have any experience with short races. All I have done is Olympic distances, and I can do one in about 2 hours 25 minutes. In the swim I am doing 1:10 100 meters each, and 19.8 mph on the bike leg. I really need to improve on my run which I am doing about a 8:30 mile afterward. Usually I can run a 5k in just over 18 minutes... If you could help that would be appreciated.

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For swimming, just get a good breathing rhythm and try and refine your stroke. Also, work on kicking drills. Lazy kicking is the assassin of swimmers.

For running, form is key. Head up. Thumbs pointed forward (this actually works, no joke) and arms at a 90 degree angle. Lift your knees. Breathe with your diaphragm. Breathing should be rhythmic to running. Oxygen flow should be as optimal as possible. Also, work on either catching or steadily moving ahead of people. Surges are the best. Surges weaken your opponents and give you an adrenaline rush. Several well placed surges can shave off a lot of time. If somebody is only a little bit ahead of you, rush behind them. Muster up the energy to stay with them. Then, go past them with a quick 5-10 second surge.

Good luck with your triathalons. Your times look awesome. Fine tuning is probably all you need, and I'm sure that all of your times can only get better.

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At what age should boys start using deodorant?

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lovemykids

My son is eight and bikes to and from school in the heat (we live in the topics). Lately I've noticed that he is really starting to smell. This evening he took a shower then we went to an event where he was running around with other kids. When we got home his shirt armpits really smelled like BO. I didn't know kids could start smelling so young. Neither my husband or I are "stong smelling" people. Any suggestions?

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Everyone ought to use deodorant when they (or someone else!!!!) notices the odor! Nobody should have to 'wait' till a specific age to use deodorant (or to shave for that matter), it is highly personal and is dependent upon hormones, diet, activity, etc. My youngest son had to start using deodorant at about the same age as your son (I too, was surprised and asked the pediatrician).

Buy the guy a stick!!!

If you're worried about the aluminum being absorbed in his skin (possible link to Alzheimer's disease later on), start him out with the mineral salt type varieties. It works for a lot of folks, and the side effects in old age are nothing at all!). If it doesn't though.... Get him the regular variety. Just think if YOU had to go around all day STINKING.....Eewww. Your son is at one of the MANY fragile ages... Help him out. This is just what is normal for your son...

What should a 270lb person look for in a bicycle?

angry

Will aluminum frames hold him? What about spokes, tires, etc? Can we just buy a standard mountain bike? Would that work?

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there are 3 frames of bikes. the standard mountain bike frame, the road bike frame and the liedown frame. The bikes are pretty sturdy in that I have fallen down half of a mountain before as my bike hit a tree and a rock and a nest of hornets and a small Puppy (just kidding about the puppy). Most of these mountai biking companies like Trek, Gary Fisher, Specialized and Kona are tested to have alot of impacts. The frames are welded professionally as well as tested professionally before they are shipped.
I would recomend deflating the tires 5-10 psi to compinsate for the weight...Be careful tho if you are planning to take this offroad inflate the tire to normal psi. Alluminum tires and spokes should work just fine since all the weight is displaced between the frame and the fork (what holds the tires on) of the bike.
I would recommend buying a name brand bike like the abouve mentioned and only because a bike from walmart will not hold up...i.e you get what you pay for.

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what are some good racing bikes?

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Lighght

i have raced before so im not a beginner. i had a redline but i have out grown it now. what are some really good racing bikes?
its downhill bmx racing
i raced in a REAL race

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For what kind of racing? Road bikes, mountain bikes, cyclocross bikes, BMX bikes, what?

You're quote, "i have raced before so im not a beginner." Raced against who - some kid down the street? If you have raced before & were all that knowledgeable, that last place you would come for advice would the Internet seeking out complete & random strangers.

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Would a trek mounted bike 220 suite me? I'm 6 foot 180?

original

I'm looking for a summer bike to ride to the gym everyday thats at least miles away. I'm looking for something no too expensive. I found a trek mb 220 at a thrift shop for 89 dollars. I looked it up online and its supposedly a kids bike. I got on it it doesn't feel to bad. I'm a little tall for it but its nothing too bad (I kinda like the feeling of it). What I'm asking is should I just keep looking or would this bike (still being a bit small) be good for me? Or will the small have a big impact on me on the long run?

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This is from Trek's site, the FAQ. It says you're 100 pounds too heavy for that bike. If it feels good and you're using it for easy commuting, you'll be ok for a while, but sooner or later (sooner if you're hopping curbs, etc) the frame will break on you:

Is there a rider weight limit for Trek bikes?

Yes, we have the following weight limits on our bikes:

Max rider weight of 50lbs:
Trikester, in our Kids collection.

Max rider weight of 80lbs:
All other bikes in our Kids collection.

Max rider weight of 275lbs:
Road bikes, triathlon bikes, and cruisers.

Max rider weight of 300lbs:
All other bikes, including hybrids, urban, commuter, fitness, Ride+ electric assist, cyclocross, and all mountain bikes.

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