What kind of Triathlon Bike should I get?

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Ron B

I am 15 looking to participate in my first sprint Triathlon. I want a bike to use because mine is an old kids mountain bike. Also i'm not looking to spend a fortune on a bike like $300 or less. Everyone I can find is like thousands of dollars. Can you help me find a good triathlon bike that won't leave me broke.

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Ron

Most tri riders use road bikes. Some will bolt on a pair of aero bars to make them a little more tri friendly. So, you my friend, are looking for a used road bike on Craig's list, classifieds, or at a local bike shop.

Can't you borrow a road bike from a friend for the day?

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How should I train for the Iron Kids triathlon?

Alyssa

I will be competing in the Hy-Vee Iron Kids triathlon on August 14. For my age division, I need to swim 300 yards, bike 8 miles, and run 2 miles. I would like to start training next week. How far or how long should I swim, bike, and/or run each day? And, how much distance/time should I add to each workout every week? I won't be able to practice swimming until July 15. I can bike and run daily, either indoors (on an elliptical or stationary bike) or outdoors.
Also, what foods should I avoid and which ones should I try to eat more of?

Answer
Go to this site.

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/

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What is that kid game on the commercials?

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sunkissedx

im talking about that game with the little kid jumping on the bike thingy and its like a game you hook up to the tv? im sorry im not very good with the details. i think its a fisher price thing

all i can remember from the commercial is the little baby bouncing on this thing and its like a learning game, for baby's around one years old.

im trying to find it for my niece who turns 1 on december 14th! please help!

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It's actually a pony. You hook it up to the TV and when they bounce, it teaches them letters, numbers, etc. It's for ages 1-3. The Smart Cycle that a previous poster listed is similar in concept, but is for older kids (3-6)

Smart Bounce and Spin Pony
http://www.fisher-price.com/fp.aspx?st=2341&e=detail&pcat=bulnl&pid=45352

Where can I get a fairly inexpensive bike trailer?

Q. I really could use a bike trailer to transport my mellophone to and from football games, parades, ect. I really don't have all that much money to spend on it but, security isn't really a huge issue since I would not be carrying little kids or anything all that breakable. I also really don't care if the trailer is used or new.

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Check on ebay or Craig's list for a used baby trailer.

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What kind of bike is better in city mountain bike or bmx or what ather prefer?

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Goofy

I want your opinion for what kind of bike is better to buy in city . Thanks

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So where are these off-road trails in the city? What is it about mountain bikes? Does everyone think they look cool or something putting around on paved streets at 10 to 12 mph?

Buy a bike intended for "where & how" you will be riding. See link...
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bicycle.html

For paved surfaces in the city, the two best choices would be a hybrid or a road bike.
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/escape.city/11500/55828/
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/defy.5/11498/55823/

Even this old man blows away kids on BMX bikes & mountain bikes on this...
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo267/OldHippie_01/2012%20Giant%20Defy%205/100_0322.jpg

How do I know what the best bike for me is?

southernbe

I am looking to get a bike to give me a cardio alternative to walking or running. I haven't ridden a bike since I was a kid, so I am trying to figure out what kind of bike to get -- mountain bike, road bike etc. How do I make sure that I get the right bike for me --- kind and size?

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Start by reading "Bicycles: How to Choose"
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bicycle.html

It's all based on "where & how" you will be riding. Road bikes will be your fastest choice but for the streets & smooth roads ONLY. Mountain bikes or all-terrain bikes basically suck on the streets because of the knobby off road tires & suspension parts zapping your energy. Knobby tires slow you down. And with every turn of the pedals, part of your energy is absorbed or soaked up by suspension parts. All-terrain bikes are OK on the streets ONLY if they have a smoother "street friendly" tread design & "lock-out" front forks. This (in essence) turns the suspension fork into a rigid fork with the simple twist of a switch.

Hybrids are a good "all around" type bike. They are great at nothing - but still good at many things. They can be ridden on the streets or light (man-made) groomed off-road trails of finely crushed stone.

"How do I make sure that I get the right bike for me --- kind and size?" Nine very, very simple words... See your authorized, independent, knowledgeable, friendly, local BICYCLE shop! Not K-Mart, Wally World or Target. At a REAL bicycle shop you can TRY B4 you BUY! You can test ride as many bikes as your little heart desires before the sale!

Other advantages are...
1) Professional sales - not some minimum wage "associate".
2) Professional assembly of the bike by a certified mechanic - again, not some minimum wage associate.
3) FREE service after the sale. ALL new bikes require a tune-up as shift & brake cables stretch a bit during the break-in process. Some shops do this only once. Some for a year. A bike shop near me does this for LIFE!
http://bigshark.com/about/policies-and-shipping-pg11.htm
4) Vastly better quality. Wally World lists bicycles on their website in the TOY Dept.! Does that give you a clue? A quality bike from a REAL bicycle shop - taken care of properly - can last a lifetime. Those from discount stores are "disposable bikes", meant to be ridden a year or so - then into a dumpster.

See link below. This is my "pride & joy" - a 2011 Raleigh Sojourn touring road bike. Time spent in the shop for repairs? ZERO. Money spent after the sale? A bottle of chain oil (about $8.00) and a set of new tires when the original ones wore out. And I replaced them with the SAME tires. Flat tires to date? ZERO - none - nada. Sure - you'll need to do routine maintenance & cleaning on any type of bike. But getting a quality bike from the start cost LESS in the long run.

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What method is the best way to stop a child from crying?

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Rutgers St

for a little girl (age 4) and a little boy (age 10), either they get bumped or don't get their way, what things do you find helpful to stop them from crying? or do you just let'em waterworks flow?

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Listen to them. Don't negotiate or give in, but make sure they know they are heard. And talk to them honestly. Telling my kids the truth has made it a lot easier for them to accept things.
And give them the words, we are not born knowing how to talk about our feelings. We don't know the difference between frustrated and disappointed and angry, someone needs to explain it.
I will hug first, then explain what I think is bothering them, give an example of when I felt that way just to be sure we both understand how they feel, and then cement the original situation..."Please don't ride your bike so fast and you won't fall like that." or "I am not going to buy that today."

My husband likes to bargain and bribe....I hate that, it doesn't work and will often undo good progress.

Is there an infant seat system for bike trailers?

Arwen

Years ago we sold our car to get a slower lifestyle in our suburban town, and for 10 years we lived by bike and bus. We used the bike for short trips and for going places the bus didn't go. At the time the bus service didn't run on Sundays or holidays, so if we wanted to go anywhere, we had to take the bikes.

At the time we had three children - age 7, 4.5 and a newborn. The 7 year old rode his own bike, the 4.5 year old rode behind his dad on a trail-a-bike, and we jury-rigged an old infant seat into a bike trailer for the infant. I also carried all our groceries in that trailer, and once, a door (without the baby!). Eventually they all rode their own bikes, but it started this way.

My brother's wife is about to have a kid, and I want to give them a bike trailer to go riding with their new baby.

Has anyone invented/marketed a better system for infants in bike trailers? If so, what bike trailer does it work with, and where can I get it?

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Most bike systems are designed for babies 9 months and over. It's an issue of being able to hold their heads up enough to prevent the sort of jostling that biking creates. Even a carseat in a bike trailer, isn't secure enough to hold them steady, especially not in the case of a spill or accident. I also wanted something for our five month old to use with our bikes in the spring, but no such luck. Now she's 16 months, and we've gotten her a bike seat.

I think maybe just buy them a bike trailer and let them decide what they are going to do to. It might've been a risk you and your husband were willing to take, but each parent should decide for themselves.

Good luck!

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How do I teach my toddler to ride a tricycle?

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llenahS

At what age do children generally learn to pedal? I have a 6 year old that never grasped the concept when he was younger, so now I really want to start early training the other two to ride a bike. My 2 year old has a tricycle and can reach the pedals, but has not been successful in making herself move. So she either wants to be pushed or uses her feet on the floor to get around.

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let her use her feet to walk but keep showing her by putting her feet on the pedals and push bike. Get her around other kids riding trikes and she will figure it out. Highly recommend helmets on 2 year olds learning to ride.

what is the best way to understand poetry?

rose d.

Especially if you've never really had any experience with it besides little toddler rhymes .

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the best way to understand poerty is to read a-lot of it...read it out loud...let the words paint a picture for your mind to see. start with small , short, poems. read a couple doctor seuss books. then get a literature book and go for the poems. read hiku's and (a-b-a) rhymes' .
the next step after you familiarize yourself with poems and poets...try writing some of your won...start small, (roses are red..ect,) then move your way up to more complicated and intricate similies and rhymes.
you will really enjoy it if you push yourself a little, it's complicated at first, but it's like riding a bike..once you get the hang of it, you will never forget.

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Cycling on a road with a child seat: HAVE YOU DONE IT?

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Is it safe to cycle on a main road with a child seat, if you're sensible....?

I live in the UK, two miles from town and have no car, and the buses are few. The road that links my village to town is a so called "main road" - though with only two lanes. During the cycle, an average of about ten to fifteen cars usually pass me going the same way, and I never travel at very busy times. I am a woman who cycles with her toddler in a rear child seat and he loves it. It means we can get about faster, instead of pushing a pushchair for half an hour! I am also very careful and vigilant when cycling with my precious cargo.

And we both get exercise and fresh air.
However today when I got back home, my neighbour who had passed me on the way said "you're brave!" - implying what? that i was stupid for travelling on the road? there is a back road i could take but it's very steep hills and i have to push it! i always find traffic very considerate and have been cycling like this for ages now, with no probs at all

would be interested to hear opinions. i assumed it was ok, what do you think?
PS i am an experienced cyclist, and the road *feels* safe to me, and lots of other cyclists use it.

Answer
Canadian

Absolutely it is o.k.. Both of my daughters grew up on the back of my bikes. The girls loved the rides. Threw them in the seats with a bottle and off we went. A little hat underneath their helmet to protect against the sun, and they were good to go for hours. One DIaper in my jersey pocket and one for an emergency tucked under the seat pad and we could handle the only bio issues that may arise.

Don't be afraid of the hills as an alternate route. As you get in better shape and you start to enjoy the challenge... you will find them to be quite enjoyable! Just lower you gears, and keep your cadence in the 70+ range you can get up almost anything.

Enjoy the riding. Your next step is a good road or mountain tandem with a child's stoker kit, My girls rode with me on the 'big bike' from the time they were five years old... too much fun!

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A or B - which gift should I get my step daughter aged 2 & 1/2? (Please vote)?

Faith

Hi everyone

I first want to apologize by posting this question in this section. I have acknowledge many attend to this section and will really appreciate your votes on this question.


Out of these gifts, please help me choose which one you think will be a good gift for my step daughter:

A - http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Bikes-and-Rideons/Battery-Powered/6V-Aloha-Jeep(0014515)

OR

B - http://www.mothercare.com/richContent/B000JFFCH2


I THANK THOSE WHO TAKE THEIR TIME TO RESPOND TO THE ABOVE CHOICE.
The Mrs. - Thank you for your suggestion, I am going to look into buy something similar like that in some months for her.
Punchybaggy - I am going to add learning activities as an addition to this gift. But out of these gifts I posted it in terms of leisure equipment as she likes activities of leisure.
Thank you so far everyone for elaborating on the safety..blessings to you all.

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Agree with Zahrah Beauty 100%-B is prettier, but A is safer-toddlers still are shaky on the coordination thing, and she could fall out of B pretty easily.

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What bicycles are good for general riding and commuting?

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scuderia_f

All I have now is an old BMX bike I had since a kid. I think it is a standard-sized BMX bike, but I'm not sure if I would want to ride it because of its small size and the fact that it was probably designed for children.

What type of full-sized bikes are good for general riding and commuting? What brands are reputable?

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There is a bewildering array of choices today. Let the professionals help you. Go to a bike shop and tell them where and how you want to ride as well as how much you have to spend. Let them match you up with the bike that best meets your needs. Then, and most important, test ride the bike. Go to other shops and see what they have to offer, making apples to apples comparisons. The business is very competitive. Let that work for you. If you try several bikes, one will just fit and feel better than the others. You'll be able to tell that very quickly after sitting on it and test riding for just a few minutes. Buy that bike, regardless of the name on it. Name brands mean very little today because almost all bikes are made in just a few factories in Asia. The bike that fits and feels best is the one you will enjoy and use the most.

How much should I sell my bicycle for?

Rissa Roo

Its vintage looking with the curved handle bars. Its from about the 80's and its an olive green and cream color. The cleaned the crome and removed all the rust. Also the tubes, tires (it does not have white wall tires), bake cables, and bike chain are brand new. My parents bought me a candy apple red vintage cruiser with white wall tires for my birthday, so I was thinking of selling my old one.

Thanks!
I sold it for $150 b*tches! haha

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$10.Or give it to a poor kid who has none.

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How do I go about getting Motorcycle license?

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Daisy

Hi~
When I was a kid we rode dirt bikes and mini bikes.

That was a long time ago!

I would really like to re-learn how to ride a motorcycle and get a bike and get my license and every thing.

How do I get this process started?

Thank you!
I live in Ohio.
I live in Ohio.

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I can not give a truly accurate answer without knowing where you live. Local laws on this can vary widely.

However I can give a generic answer.

In most places your motorcycle license is just an endorsement that is added to your regular driver's license. Therefore, you must first get your regular driver's license.

Next, you must get a motorcycle license learner's permit. The procedure for this can vary. But usually all you do is go to the DMV. Pay a fee. Pass a test on a computer.

Your learner's permit is a restricted license. Usually you will be required to have a licensed motorcycle rider riding with you. No passengers. Daylight hours only. Helmet even if riding without a helmet is allowed in your location.

Now would be a very good time to get enrolled in an accredited motorcycle safety course. In some places this is mandatory. Many times you do not need to own a motorcycle yet as the course can provide a bike for you to use. Keep an open mind and pay attention. You just may lear something that could save your life.

Practice, practice, practice...

When you are ready you can take your motorcycle license road test. If you pass you get your motorcycle endorsement on your regular driver's license.

In some locations your first motorcycle license will be restricted. You may be restricted to a certain engine size or horsepower. However, other locations like where I live you can ride any size bike you want the day you get your motorcycle license.

Some advice for your first bike. Forget about the sexy and fast Sport Bike for your first bike. These are not for a complete novice like you. Use some common sense and get a bike that appropriately matches your skill level. Also, don't get a new bike. Look for a nice used bike for your first bike. This is because if you get a bike that matches your skill level, you may want to move up to a larger bike in a year or so as your skill level increases. If you take care of your starter bike and don't beat the crap out of it you won't lose much money when it comes time to sell it. You can put this money towards your next bike.

You need to contact your local DMV for more information. If you live in the US, the link below may be helpful.

Ride safe. Have Fun

Always remember this. On a motorcycle stupid hurts

what would be the best starter sports bike?

LMO

I really want a sports bike, but am not quite sure where to start, what would be the best?

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i started on a 125 dirt bike but that's why i was a kid now i have a ninja 650r its a pretty nice bike my bike tops off at 178 and does 0-60 in 2.9 seconds but that's palpably because of the dual turbos but still i would not start off with a 200 or 250 they just look small and i mean what girl would wanna get a a toy sports bike? i suggest getting a ninja 650r black n red (just makes it look like so bad a**) and take the cores ess to learn how to drive one.

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Why is there such a big price difference between a Target bike for $100 vs the $600+ bikes at the bike store?

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Rolly

I want to get a bike to get some exercise everyday and burn some calories and have a little fun riding around while I am doing it. Do I really need to spend $600+ dollars on a bike at a bike a store or can a $100 dollar Target/Walmart bike do the trick?

Also, what kid a bike should I get? Mountain, 12 speed, etc?

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There are a number of differences between "department store" bikes and bike shop bikes. I am an avid mountain biker so this mostly relates to mountain bikes, but the principals apply to both on and off-road bikes. (I bought a relatively cheap bike shop bike about 18 months ago, a Mongoose Wing Comp ($450) with mid-range componentry but with bad rims; I have already replaced it with a Jamis Dakar XC Comp ($1,800). The Mongoose has a decent frame, but the componentry just won't hold up; I am a proponent of saving your money and buying a better bike; you will be much happier and you won't get stranded on a trail because of sub-standart equipment)
First, the frames are not designed to be ridden the same; on all dpt. store bikes, there is a sticker that will warn you that this bike is not made for jumping or competitive riding; the metal is much cheaper and often much heavier, more brittle, welds are not as good, the derailleru hangers are not replacable (MTB) which is extremely important when you start doing more off-road riding.
Second, the rims will more than likely be single-walled or extremely cheap double-walled that will not stand up to any abuse on an off-road trail. On my Mongoose mentioned above, I had to replace both rims within 4 weeks of buying the bike. The hubs will also be generally "recreational" and will fall apart after 3-4 months, if the rims last that long.
Third, the derailleurs will be bottom-of-the-line. They will more than likely need constant adjustment and maintenance. They also are much slower when shifting than the more expensive set-ups.
Another really weak point is the handlebars; they don't use a very expensive component and I have seen several broken handlebars in the past. This can be extremely dangerous and can cause you to really injur yourself.
Lastly (not really, but I'm talking too much), the dept. store bikes will all be one size and that might or might not fit you or your needs.
Bottom line, the department store bikes will work fine for you if you don't plan to do any serious off-road riding (jumping, rocks, downhill, etc.) or if you don't plan on riding every day. If you must buy a department-store bike, make sure you are buying something with Shimano "Tourney" or "Altus" deraillerus; the low-end SRAM or the Falcon that I have seen are not going to last and will require constant maintenance and adjustment; you won't be happy. Also, don't ride the bike harder than it was designed to be ridden. There are several bikes in the $400-$700 range made by Jamis and Trek. Also, since it is nearing the end of a model year, you should be able to find some 2007 models at discounted prices, sometimes as much as 25%. If you can find $400 to $500, then you will have some luck, you just have to look. Here are some websites that you might want to look at. BEFORE you buy anything, RIDE IT!!! Don't let anyone sell you a bike that they are not willing to let you at least buzz around the parking lot. Good luck and happy riding!!!

http://www.jamisbikes.com
http://www.trekbikes.com
http://www.giant-bicycles.com

What can kids do to help out the environment and their community if they don't live in a neighborhood?

STEVE

If the kids are around 12-14 what is the best jobs that they can do to help out in their community and environment if we don't live in or near a neighborhood?

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You mean you live on a farm? You have no neighbors at all? The nearest town is miles away? And you are home schooled and therefore never interact with other kids?

I suspect not.

NetAid has programs specifically for students in North America who want to help in the developing world. NetAid is now a part of MeryCorps
http://www.netaid.org
Many kids get involved with NetAid as individuals, then start a group at school to get other kids involved.

TakingIT Global is another resource for young people in the USA who want to do something to affect the situation positively in developing countries
www.takingitglobal.org/

http://www.change.org can help you know what causes are out there and how you can get involved with them.

You can also type in your city or zip code into:
VolunteerMatch, http://www.volunteermatch.org
Idealist, http://www.idealist.org
CraigsList, http://www.craigslist.com
Network for Good, http://www.networkforgood.org
http://www.1-800-volunteer.org/
ServeNet, http://servenet.org/

You can also look for ways to change your own family's practices regarding the environment: do you compost? do you have a garden? do you use your own cloth bags when you go to the grocery or other shopping instead of paper or plastic? have you replaced some of your light bulbs with energy-saving ones? do you put on a sweater when you are cold instead of turning up the heat? do you turn off the water while you are brushing your teeth? do you ride your bike or walk or take mass transit instead of always riding in a car? do you turn off the TV when you aren't watching it? do you unplug things when they are not in use?

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How can I learn to ride a bicycle?

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Danielsan

I tried riding a bike as a kid but fell and was traumatized to the point that I never got back on a bike. Now I feel, as an adult ready to take on the challenges, but that little fear keeps encroaching back in. How can I make this a successful feat overcome, and finally learn how to ride a bike?

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I had trouble learning to balance a bike and I know someone who thinks correct reach to the pedal is more important than reach to the ground and put my kids on bikes too big for them and they had nasty accidents that put them off for ages.

Here are some tips:

Get a trustworthy bike-shop or sensible and knowledgeable friend help you to work out a good frame size for you. Although most adult bikes are 26" (which is the height of the wheels) the length needs considering as well. But for now, as long as it doesn't seem too hard or too easy to reach the handlebars, that should do. When you are riding well and regularly for some distance, you'll work out what, if anything, is wrong. A call to a bike shop to tell them your height should be enough for them to tell you if you should be on a 26".

Make sure the front and rear brakes are working well and mainly rely on the rear brake for now. Preferably no back pedal brakes unless you feel that lacking in skill. If so, as soon as you feel ready, get onto a bike without because it will be easier to get fully competent.

To work out a good height for the saddle, sit on the bike and make sure that you can put both feet almost completely on the ground at the same time. Best not to be able to put both fully and completely on the ground because that will make pedaling very cramped and if you are too cramped, it will affect your balance. This is an excellent height for being able to stop yourself falling over in most situations or give you some control of the fall if you do lose your balance. This will help with confidence which is key to learning.

To learn to balance a bike, find a gentle slope with a safe ending, either going uphill or just levels off. Start at the top of the slope and sit on the bike saddle with your legs hanging out to the sides, not on the pedals. Let the bike roll and use your feet to lightly push you back towards centre if you start to go over. (If necessary, take the pedals off for this stage but children upwards of about 7 and adults probably don't need to.) Keep going back to the top of the slope and rolling down again; as you feel more confident about your balance, try putting your feet on the pedals (but don't worry about turning them yet). The slope doesn't need to be very long - the dead-end I learned on only had about 3 houses on each side. When you can balance the bike and get your feet on the pedals, start trying a bit of pedalling. Soon after this, you're ready for a longer slope or a piece of quiet straight road.

When you have mastered your balance and are starting to ride fairly confidently, start raising the seat a bit at a time, never going beyond what you feel safe doing, until your legs are just slightly bent as you sit on the seat and put your feet on the pedals.

It took me most of an afternoon to finally get my balance. My family had spent quite a bit of time helping me but I still hadn't got it. That afternoon of rolling down the slope was pretty much what finally got me going.

Also, stay away from bumps until you feel really confident and then just small ones until you work out what you can handle. And of course, *never* jump your bike up onto a kerb unless you have special wheels - they'll get damaged and go out of "true" and then the brakes won't work properly.

What are the chances that I am unable to have get a woman pregnant/have children?

Douglas

Here is why I am asking. I am in my mid 30's and have never had any kids. The last woman I was with a few years ago, we were together for nearly 4 years. The entire time we were having sex we never used a condom and I ejaculated inside her every time. For nearly 3 years she never got pregnant. After cheating on me with another guy, she got pregnant. I have read several articles on several different sites that state if a couple is trying to conceive(we weren't) and having sex a few times a week that after a year of failing to conceive to go see their doctor to have the fertility checked. I have yet to go see my doctor, but am planning to here next week to get the process started. Just curious if anyone has any insight on what my odds are. Thank you.

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Chances are you have a low sperm count from age,Childhood illness,etc.Only a doctor can isolate the cause.Impotence is one of the side effects of high blood pressure pills.Staying physically fit will increase your chances of getting her pregnant.Bicycle seats can put pressure on the prostate gland,blocking the flow.Pulling for you!

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What are the typical costs for manufacturing quality kids bikes in Asia?

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Richard T

I am looking at the typical costs (fixed and variable) for producing a batch of 1,000 aluminium kids' bikes (24 inch) in Asia using a unique frame design

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You mean a 24" wheel? Are you expecting to offer various frame sizes or colors? What safety spec do they have to adhere to... JIS, EN, CPSC? Do you have the facilities to test them? If not, are you just going with a standard frame design?

When a bike is specced for production it takes a lot of time- there are 75 different parts that all have to be chosen, then of course you have the frame.

I have personally specced 24" wheeled bikes that would retail anywhere from $100 to about $700. This would mean the factory price would be between $36 to $290 plus shipping, duty, and inland carriage.

Most factories won't even talk to you for under 15,000 bikes... if you want me to offer more detail you may email me.

Looking for a quality bike for my beyond wonderful, eight year old niece moving up from a twenty inch bike?

Joseph G

I need advice on purchasing a quality bike for an eight year old girl.One who loves to ride. She is moving up from her twenty inch bike. Any suggestions on twenty-four inch wheel bikeshop bike that is under $180? Or on a department store/sporting goods store bike that is of the same quality as bike shop bike.Would prefer the cruiser type bike to the mountain bike type, but quality level and reliabilty are most important factors.Thanks for the help!

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Excellent opportunity to buy a lightly used bike. Kids don't normally fit this size bike for more than 2 years. By the time they turn 10-11 yrs old, they will be in a 26 inch wheeled bike (unless they are short). With your budget, you will get a better bike too. A decent bike shop quality bike will be over 200US.

Regarding the first answer being too young for a 24? My boys were on very comfortably on 24" wheels at 7 yrs old. They looked like circus clowns on toy bikes when they tried to ride 20" wheeled bikes at that age (other than BMX).....but I would agree that a fitting would be in order, or at least go shopping with the kids height/proportions at hand so you know what to get.

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How do I pick a freestyle BMX bike?

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argh.pirat

What brands are respected freestyle BMX bikes? I thought Mongoose where cheap kids bikes but they're everywhere. From what I can tell I should be looking for one that's 20". I'd like to ride street and vert for now and am looking for something under $150.

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20" has a lot of possibilities... it would take a while to find one under 150, i would expect to find one under 200. go on danscomp.com , they have a lot of bikes. heres 2 under 200
(red looks better even though they dont have full pic for #1) http://www.danscomp.com/101140.php?cat=BIKES http://www.danscomp.com/101466.php?cat=BIKES

What to charge for these at a yard sale?

hello

I am having a yard sale in a few weeks. I only go to a few a year and I don't know what the usual prices are to charge for things. So what do you think I should charge for these:
kids mountain bike
fat 25" TV
airconditioner
old dresser
skateboard
set of golf clubs
thanks please give prices for all, not just one.

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I don't know where you live, but around me people seem to be cheap so this is what i would sell them for

kids mountain bike 25
fat 25" TV 20
airconditioner depends on size small 50
old dresser 15
skateboard 5 name brand 15
set of golf clubs 40

also try craigslist it's local for every state

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Best type of bike for San Francisco?

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jeffkloy

I was wondering what is the best type of bike would be most suitable for San Francisco?

Oh yeah, I am a 4'8" male, and already am having a hard time on a youth BMX bike (speed/acceleration wise). Most bikes won't fit my height, so if someone offers a specific make/model that would suit me best, it would really be appreciated.

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When my son was approximately your size, we got him an extra small Gary Fisher Marlin mountain bike. He also has a Cannondale road bike. The Cannondale was a women specific design and has fit him well.

You are right in the gray area between a youth and adult size bike. There are bikes out there that will work great for you. You are just going to have to do some searching and don't be put off by women specific designs. I suggest going to a high quality bike shop and getting fitted. The shop may have to do some experimentation with stem lengths and bar designs to get a bike right for you, but it can be done.

Hope this helps.

What is there to do in Peachtree City, GA?

Carly

I want to visit Peachtree and see the Phi Mu national head quaters, ut what else is there to do in town?

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Recreational opportunities in Peachtree City are vast and varied. The city was built around three championship golf courses. Lake Peachtree and Lake Kedron offer nearly 500 acres for sailing, canoeing, fishing, and just plain relaxing.
The city's facilities also include four swimming pools, a soccer complex, an ALTA-approved tennis center, baseball, softball, and football fields, a 2,000-seat amphitheater, a BMX track, a Senior Center, a teen center, numerous parks and playgrounds, and the most recent addition--the Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center with its multiple indoor pools.

The city's recreation department offers a diverse array of programs for all ages throughout the year. Youth athletic programs include softball, baseball, roller hockey, soccer, football, basketball, cheerleading, track, swimming, and BMX bicycle racing. Indoor classes for adults and children include dance, exercise, aquatics, martial arts, gymnastics, and arts and crafts.

One of the city's most distinctive features is its network of golf cart paths. Winding through wooded greenbelts and curving around scenic lakes, the paths connect the city while allowing residents to connect with one another. The 80 miles of paths link neighborhoods, schools, restaurants, shops, and recreational areas. They also are the scene of a variety of recreational activities--including rollerblading, biking, jogging, and golf cart rides to just about anywhere.

For more information, please call the Recreation Department at (770) 631-2542 or the Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center at (770) 631-2525.

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Do you think people who drive Harley Davidson cruiser bikes are rich ?

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KPKonliner

To be honest,for me,the Harley is too expensive,I mean I think It's great value for money but It's still expensive.What do you think ? What kind of people who buy this kind of bike ?

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I see the Harley Mafia is in full swing. They give thumbs down to anyone not kneeling at the altar of the "Harley Davidson" God.

I find about 10 - 15% of HD riders are real bikers, have been riding for years, rain or shine, and they respect anyone on two wheels. When you wave at these guys, they wave back, regardless of what you're on.

The rest are "Biker Wannabes," as articulated by another poster, ride for 2 or 3 hours on weekends, stick their nose in the air at Japanese bikes, because they fall for the "Harley is superior" hype. These are guys that rode a dirt bike when they were a kid, maybe had a Yamaha XS650 for 3 months before getting the sh!t scared out of them. Now, their kids have moved out, maybe the wife did too, and they want to recall their glory days.

Don't get me wrong, HD certainly has their place in the world of motorcycles. A HUGE place. I love the way they sound, I like how they look, but I also love the variety of bikes out there, from any country, and any size shape, engine configuration. American, Japanese, Italian, German, British, I love 'em all. But if you think a HD is a fire-breathing monster that other bikers are afraid to take on in a race, forget it. Loud does not equal fast or powerful. I had a KLR650 that my Harley buddies made fun of for looking like a dirt bike and sounding like a lawnmower. Until I blew their doors in in a drag race. I paid $4000 for the KLR with 600 miles on it. The HD bikes cost an average of $12,000 and had a variety of performance enhancements, and most of them had more than twice the displacement.

Cue the Harley Mafia to click the "thumbs down" icon.

Bottom line is HD is not a bike for racing. They are very heavily over-engineered cruisers, and that's a good thing, but it makes them expensive. You get what you pay for. They will last for decades with a minimum of normal maintenance, and can be rebuilt easily. They are simple - they use 85-year-old pushrod/rocker arm technology, a proven, reliable method for operating valves. But pushrods and two-valves-per-cylinder are not conducive to high performance.

If I had unlimited money, I'd have a garage full of Harleys and everything else. I consider myself to be a guy that rides motorcycles, not a guy that rides Harleys. There's a difference.

How can I decide which is safer...a front or rear mounted child seat on my bike?

San Jose M

My hubby says putting a child seat on the front of my beach cruiser is wrong. But from what I've been reading, the front is safer than the rear. Plus I would rather see my son.

Is there a site I can go to that would give me a definite answer?
What do you do?

Thanks!

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Front-mounted seats are very popular and have been used in Asia and Europe for decades. They are less common in North America. Many people swear by these because it is easier to keep an eye on the child and have a conversation with them, and get the child in and out with greater ease. The fore-aft position of the child affects stability. More mass over the front wheel is more stable than mass over the rear wheel. Therefore, a front child seat will be more stable than a rear child seat.

Over three years old a trailer for sure. Most kids get too tall before too heavy for seats.

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At what age do you think is appropriate for a girl to start wearing a bikini?

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Rinky

Or even if you don't think they should ever wear one. I'm 14 and I've been wearing them since I was a toddler, not to be sexy- I just feel more comfortable in this. Do you think child predators have an impact on the acceptable age to wear a biking today? Opinions please?

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i dont thing it matters tbh! theres nothing wrong with wearing a bikini at a young age.. its your opinion that really matters thgh!

What does your toddler want from Santa for Christmas?

gg

Lol...my daughter is 22 months. She is constantly saying that if she is a good girl, Santa will bring her:

1. A bike, and
2. Grapes!

Lol...got any funny stories?

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My son almost three wants a little tikes piano from santa and gordon (thomas the tank engine train) and some more train tracks. I can't wait to see his face when he sees the rest b/c he thinks that is all he's getting. He doesn't realize mommy and daddy buy for him as well.

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What would you do if you visited Vancouver?

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MountainCh

If you were visiting Vancouver for just 4 days, what would your top 3 things to see be?

Any outstanding restaurants I just have to visit?

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My top 3 things :
1.Whistler - there is so much stuff to do there and good shopping there. You can go see our beautiful mountains with lots of activities. But it is a bit of a drive though.
2. Stanley Park- A beautiful park with lots to do. Go rent a bike and go around the sea wall!
3. Well I can't have only a third one because I can't choose
There's shopping - Robson St., Pacific Centre,
-Go check out Yaletown - Great restaurants around Yaletown shops as in Hamiliton St. - Like Chopstixs for Japanese, Goldfish for Asian Fusion, Brix, and awesome gelato - Yaletown Gelato
Another great gelato is La Casa Gelato with 200 + flavours! Also if you go there go to Commercial Drive because they have great restaurants like Me and Julio for Mexican and Marcello for Italian
Go to Granville Island and check out the kid's market just for fun and eat at the Public Market so much good food. You have to get the bagel with cream cheese there so good. And the lemon merigue pie!!
Go to see the suspension Bridge.
For cheap sushi go to Samurai or Kamei Royale.
You must go to Italian Kitchen and have their donut dessert sooo good! Go to Nu its a good restaurant too.
I've kinda already answered this question so go visit this one and check out my answer and click on the links i've provided there.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AsfZJ.eKDYZffB_UVfOJ_tFA7RR.;_ylv=3?qid=20080724161624AAzt076

How does one size themself for a bicycle?

Marc

How do you figure out what size bike to get? I'm an adult and not sure how you figure it? I still have my bike from when I was a kid. Seemed to be pretty big then. Not sure how I'd fit on it now. But was probably looking to get back into riding a bike for exercise or just for fun. So if that one might be too small now, how do I size for a new one?

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Worth the read:
http://sheldonbrown.com/frame-sizing.html

Short version: You need a frame that lets you adjust to the correct seat height, and has the right length top tube so you're not too stretched out, but not banging your knees on the bars either.

As a kid, you probably had an inexpensive bike with a generic one-size-fits-all frame. If you're average size (5'8" or so), it may still fit with the appropriate adjustments. Of course, as a serious bike person, I think you'd ride more and enjoy it more with a newer machine set up just for you.....

To give you an idea, I'm 5'9". I ride a 54cm tri-bike, and an 18" mountain bike.

How important is setup? A couple years ago, I put together my current mtb from a new frame with a mix of old and new components. Having trained and raced for decades, I have my riding position pretty well set. I took careful measurements of seat height, saddle position, bar height, etc. before dis-assembling the old and reassembling the new.

A couple weeks later, I started having shoulder problems at swim workouts. Pain, crunching noises. At first, I put it down to old age and past injuries catching up with me. On a hunch, I remeasured my bike. It turned out I had somehow put the saddle 1.5 cm further back than intended. Moved the saddle forward, shoulder problems went away in short order.

Obviously you wouldn't know what your setup is SUPPOSED to be, so you might find it worthwhile to have a bike shop do it even if you keep your old bike. Ask questions. As you get more experienced, you may find it necessary to make small adjustments from the basic set up.

For racing purposes, a lot of triathletes pay to have their setup done on a trainer with a power tap and heartrate monitor to make sure they get as close as possible to the performance sweet spot. Top level pros do this in a wind tunnel to add the aero drag component.

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What word would describe the noise that you hear when you put a card through the spokes on a bike?

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Q. like what word would that be? It wouldnt be "rattling or clunking or ticking" what word would describe it? like when the wheel turns and the card makes that sound because its going through the spokes
Hey guys please one word. the reason is it sounds the same as when im driving my f150 and i need that same sound word as for i could explain to someone the sound coming from under my truck where the middle of the driveshaft where the yoke is. i just changed my balljoints. but the one that put the pbbbttt or watev lol is the closest. please one word. i need this word to describe that sound. its not coming from the tires or wheels. its coming from the middle of the truck. it kidna sounds like the universal joints are goin dry but i dont know for sure

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That's how kids years ago tried to reproduce the sound of a motorcycle. They've gotten a little more "high tech" today. See link...
http://www.amazon.com/Turbospoke-the-Bicycle-Exhaust-System/dp/B002WJ2Q5E/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1376981785&sr=1-1&keywords=Turbospoke+the+Bicycle+Exhaust+System

Birthday gift ideas for a 14 year old boy?

Yep me

My son is turning 14, and he isn't giving out enough ideas for gifts. He has a laptop and an Xbox 360. He plays fighting/shooting games on them. We have 2 dogs, and he plays basketball, rides his bike, and plays on our trampoline. Please! I need ideas!

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does he have an ipod touch? they're expensive, around two hundred dollars, but if you bought him one with a twenty five dollar gift card and some earphones he'd love you. if you consider this get skullcandy earphones, they're the best. im 14 and everyone has an ipod where i live; i got one last year and it was the best present i've ever gotten besides my ps3 and xbox.

if he doesn't have call of duty: black ops or mw3 you could get him that (though he probably already has it), but ask him if he likes it first. don't waste your money. another good game is assassin's creed 3 and elder scrolls: skyrim on xbox 360. this is my personal opinion but don't get mass effect 3 (a game that came out recently). the endings are terrible. dragonage 1 is a good game, but dragonage 2 is pretty bad. the whole entire time i tried to convince myself that its a good game like the previous but i just couldnt

anyways... i also have a dirtbike and longboard. those are mad fun, but dirtbikes are also like two hundred bucks. if he likes bikes consider a dirtbike or ask him about it

does he have a steam account (Steam is a digital distribution, digital rights management, multiplayer and communications platform developed by Valve Corporation (o yea i just copied that right off wikipedia i got swag))? if he does get him a vanilla card and let him buy games on there. i just got metro 2033 and total war on pc and theyre awesome.

if he has a favorite basketball player or something, you could buy a fathead for your son (could be about 100 dollars). thatd be pretty funny if i woke up to a life size michael jordan or on my wall lol id be like damn when did that get there

if he has a favorite book series... check which ones he has and get him the next one. though maybe hes not really into books.

lastly... no kid would mind if u just gave him 100 bucks or a vanilla gift card with 100 bucks on it. that way he could buy anything on like, amazon or something he likes. it gives him choice, so its a great present.

oh, i forgot. if he likes southpark, or family guy, dvd sets are good. just anything of his favorite tv show. southpark ftw

good luck dude, im sure whatever u pick will be good mamacita

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Is it legal for a 13 year old to ride a dirt bike in a residential area?

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Nova Kane

Its in a neighborhood, the roads are city owned and maintained. The dirt bikes are extremely loud and the kids keep on punching the gas to make the loud noise as they ride. I live in TN. Is there some sort of legal action that can be taken up against them? Can the police ticket them and impound their bikes?
The also trespass on a vacant lot next to my house on their bikes.

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Call the police. He can't ride it on public streets or sidewalks. He can't ride it on private property without permission of the owner. And he can't disturb the peace with the noise.

Another example of a parent buying something for a kid and having no clue what the rules are. Hope you get help.

How to transport a kids dirt bike?

Lisa S

We bought my grandson a dirt bike and I was wondering if anyone has ever tranported one on the back of the car on one of those platform things that you put in the trailer hitch?

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The trailer hitch is the strongest type of on car transport. Ask this question in Cars & Transportation -- Motorcycles for more experienced answers -- this is actually the section for Bicycles.
Merry Christmas.

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