A 4 year old stole my bike? WTF?

Bulb <3

While riding my bike down the street in my neighborhood, i was spotted by a savage 4 year old. He chased me with his demon toddler speed the pushed me of the freakin bike!! While I was on the ground stunned and confused as to what just happened, I looked up and saw him riding away with my bike....

WTF???? Since when does this kind of thing happen?? What am i supposed to do.....freakin retarded kid...

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find him take it back or just call the 5-0 and tell them it was a 270 pound Hispanic man

Balance bicycles for toddlers - do/did you have one?

eml

I would like to get a balance bicycle for my son who is 20 months. I was going to buy one for his birthday which isn't until the end of November, but I am considering just going ahead and getting it for him now. I was looking at the Strider, as they seem to have gotten the best reviews at that price point and I won't spend more than that. Do/did you have one for your toddler and were they able to use it before the 2 year age mark listed on the bike? What were your experiences with one?
Not a tricycle - he already has one of those. A balance bike is basically a bicycle without pedals.

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My son got his Strider when he was 18 months. It took him a while to get the hang of it and he started out basically just walking with it (instead of sitting on the seat and pushing with his legs he would not sit on the seat and just walk with it.) It really helped him when we started riding our bikes in the driveway while he was on his Strider. He will be 2 next month and he rides it really well - he has actually started lifting his feet off the ground to balance. Riding his Strider is one of his favorite outdoor activities to do. Plus, it is very light-weight so when he does fall it is very easy for him to pick it up and keep going.

I can understand how some people think it is a waste of money to buy a bike without pedals since I thought the same thing. Some kids at our son's daycare had Strider's and our son really liked them and wanted to ride them so that is when we did some research, talked to some parents and ordered one. I was worried when our son didn't seem interested when we got it but we stuck with it and am very glad we did since he loves it now. The theory behind them is that you will never need training wheels on a bike since kids learn balance on these without having to also learn how to peddle and ride a bike tilted due to training wheels.

We do not regret buying our son his Strider. In my opinion it was well worth the money and a great activity for active kids. When our son outgrows it - which will be several years from now - we'll pass it onto to his cousins.

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what is every single thing top to bottom a 13 year old kid needs to start dirt biking?

Alexis

my little brother has never had a big birthday present, and he is turning 13. he loves dirt bikes and currently rides my boyfriends pit bikes around when we go out to the track or riding at a parking lot. for his birthday this year i want to get him started with his gear and hopefully get him to start saving for a bigger bike so that he can learn how to ride. i would love a list of things that could help me get started. thank you!

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There is a lot of stuff to dirt biking but some basics for gear that you wanted to get him would be
helmet
goggles
chest protector
gloves
jersey
pants
and boots
Thats the basic saftey equipment. This stuff can be pretty expensive and start to add up. But that stuff will make him feel like he is a pro.

dirt bike sprocket's?

me

i have a 2005 yz250f and i think its slow it tops out really fast....all i know is that it has a 52 tooth rear sprocket how can i make it wit more top speed?

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Top end is easier and cheaper by going up one or two teeth on the front sprocket.
Your front end will stay down better on the hole shot. And you can leave the gate at a higher RPM.
Leaving the gate at a high rpm in 2nd gear will give you the advantage of getting to 3rd gear faster.
I suggest you get two front sprockets 1 one tooth higher and one two teeth higher and see witch one works best for you. And then buy a set of sprockets and chain that match so they will all wear together.

I am 49 years old and I took my kids all over the united states years ago doing motocross.
Tracks with long straight aways go with more front teeth. Tight tracks like super cross go down with front sprocket teeth. Remember 1 tooth on front sprocket is equal to 2 teeth on back sprocket.
Front sprockets are cheaper and easier to change track side. Hope this info helped.
Eddie

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toddler bike or toddler princess car?

Maria Vill

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11151322 or http://www.walmart.com/ip/Disney-Princess-Girls-Convertible-Car/14254325

Which one should I pick it out for daughter's 3rd birthday next week.. What do you think?!

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If you do not intend it to be a surprise let her chose :), if it's a surprise get the car, it's nice.

A cheap Halloween costume for a toddler girl?

College Mo

Any suggestions? I'm broke but creative. I'll think of something but it'd be nice to get a fresh perspective. The ultimate goal is to have fun!

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How about a cupcake?
It is simple to make using things around the house.
You take an old lamp shade, you can spray paint it silver/grey to resemble aluminum foil. Turn it upside down, the top should be the closest to your daughters feet. Use suspenders to hold it up or put few holes in and put some yarn or ribbon through to keep it up. Use some fabric that you have to Hot glue to the shade around the rim as your icing. Remember to cut holes for head and arms. She can wear a matching colored shirt under this. Cut up and old shirt or something you have laying around into sprinkle shapes and hot glue them onto the fabric. If you would like to make a hat you can always use some of the "icing" fabric and roll it outwards. Also put some sprinkles on it and maybe paint a Styrofoam ball red as cherry and use a red pipe cleaner to stick in the top of the ball as the cherry and stem. Glue this onto the top of the hat.

How about a cute lil layered cake?

Use a few circular hat boxes. Using two different sizes, cut the bottom out of the smaller one and glue it on top of the larger one. Cut a hole out for each arm in the smaller one, and for the head, through to the second one. You can Glue some felt or fabric onto them and decorations such as gems and plastic pearls (as decor) and ribbon around the edges. Use a small top hat, and fabric it. Use your ribbon to trim the edges. In the verytop you can make a hole for a battery operated flameless candle. The one that appears to look like a candle, but only runs off batteries.

How about a pillsbury dough girl?
You can simply cut out one of the pillsbury graphics from a product and glue it onto a oval shaped blue felt/or fabric.Glue this onto a white chef hat and use a sold white onesie, and white gloves if you wish. Put a few wooden spatulas into her hands and what a cutie.



How about a Nun?

Use a long sleeve White shirt. Pair this under a black jumper. Use a white piece of cloth over a headband that can be placed at the hairline, with black fabric that is shoulder length sewed/glued onto it. You can pair this with a black rosary.

How about Maggie Simpson from the Simpsons?

Use a footless Blue sleeping bag (like a sleeper). To make the hair, use a baby hat, cut pieces of sponge, and glue. You can use yellow colored fabric to cover the sponge into a pointy mountain shapes. Glue or sew these onto the yellow hat. Next add a blue bow to the hair and use a red signature maggie pacifier (simply a red pacifier) if your baby is still into paciefiers.


How about Wizard of Oz's Dorothy?

Use one of her blue polka dot dresses/jumper, if you dont have a polka dotted one, then cut some white dots out, you can use double stick tape if you dont want to glue it to attatch it to the dress. If you dont have one, then find a blue apron. Pair a white 3/4 sleeve shirt under this dress. Use some white knee highs or socks and signature red shoes. Part her hair, and either braid it and tie blue ribbon on both sides, or just part it and tie it off on both sides. Let her use a small wicker basket and place one of her stuffed dogs in it and you have a cute/easy and fun costume.



If she has any pageant style dresses you can always make her a sash and use a crown and let her go as a "Little Miss...."



Cheerleader?

Choose one of your favorite teams and use a pleated skirt and long sleeve turtle neck onesie and borrow some pom poms that match from a friend or some she may have (tip- if she has a bike-trike- sometimes they come with this on the handles). Put her hair up in a pony tail and use panty hose and tennis shoes.



If these dont help, I am brainstorming for a few more ideas now.
Good Luck.

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What is the longest distance a 6 year old has ridden a mountain bike?

john_borst

My son just learned how to ride his bike in may(no training wheels) and to day he rode 11 miles confirmed by witness so I was wondering just what is the world record.

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I am not sure of the world record(not even sure if there is one), but can attest that my kids (who have been riding with me their whole lives) my son at 5 did 28 miles( he did many 20+ mile rides). My daughter at 6 did 24. As long as they enjoy the ride, eat right, and they aren't hurting they will be fine. Let them be their own gauge, that has seemed to work well for us.

Can 6-8 year old kids play outside with no adult supervision?

Ladybug

There's a neighborhood playground very close by and I always take my 3 year old son and his little 6 year old friend to the neighborhood playground. However, I see tons of kids around age 6-8 years old playing there by themselves all the time without any adult supervision. Today I was the only adult at the playground for at least 3 hours and there were about 10 kids. I live in a fairly safe town but i still can't comprehend it. Is it alright and normal to let 6-8 year olds play by themselves at the neighborhood playground? is something wrong with my neighborhood or is this the norm and okay?

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It depends on the area. I live in a family-friendly neighbourhood, and kids of that age go out to the park all the time without parents (well maybe not 6, but certainly 8), and there's nothing to worry about, because we trust the people who live near the park, and there`s always someone around to keep an eye out.

If you live in a city centre, or an otherwise more dangerous area, where you don`t know or trust the neighbours, it can't hurt to supervise your kids.

I live in a suburban area by the way, and there are many children who just take off on their bikes, usually in groups, to one of the four nearby playgrounds and two outdoor swimming pools.

So yes, the kids should at least be in groups of 3 or more, so if one gets hurt, one can stay with him while the other goes to get help.

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What were the typical bicycles that kids and adults used during the early 1960s for casual biking?

Origin

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In the early 60's where I live, most kids would have been riding some form of 3 speed bike with upright seating and 26" wheels. At that time department stores sold decent quality bikes. Eaton's department stores sold the Glider line which was basically a re badged Raleigh. CCM was a big seller in Canada at the time and they made very sturdy long lasting bikes, much like Schwinn in the US. If your parents had money you might be riding a Raleigh Sports or even a Superbe. English 3 speeds were lighter and nicer to ride than CCM's. Other department stores also sold bikes, Mine was a J C Higgens made in Holland. It was ok but it was no Raleigh. Huffy and Schwinn bikes were almost unknown in Canada at the time

Biking cross country, short film ideas?

Ryan Ricku

I'm biking from Canada to Mexico, down the California coast, raising money for kids with special needs. Check it out at

Facebook.com/cycle4awareness

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcMrmQ48BtI

That's beside the point. I think it would be cool to shoot a mini movie while biking. Maybe 60second clips, like the movie
Chronical or Clover field.
Some ideas I had we're a comedy, that someone is following me, and at the end just gives me my wallet back.
Another idea is that when we are flying to Canada, there is some kind of outbreak. And while we're biking, have it seem like everyone is gone.
Maybe a futuristic addition, like I'm talking to my iPhone, Siri.

I'm just spitballing now. Any ideas?

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description of question : I'm biking from Canada to Mexico, down the California coast, raising money for kids with special needs. That's beside the point. I think it would be cool to shoot a mini movie while biking. Maybe 60second clips, like the movie
Chronical or Clover field.
Some ideas I had we're a comedy, that someone is following me, and at the end just gives me my wallet back.
Another idea is that when we are flying to Canada, there is some kind of outbreak. And while we're biking, have it seem like everyone is gone.
Maybe a futuristic addition, like I'm talking to my iPhone,
their are any short ideas.

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What kind of bike should I get?

metropolis

Haro Heartland Ltd Comfort Bike '10 - $349.99

Diamondback Insight 1 700c Men's Hybrid Bike - $399.99

I want a bike that is good for long distances and that can handle my weight. I would attempt to stay on paved roads, but there is really no telling where I will end up. I am 6'4" and 220lbs. With that said, I was wondering if a 29er would be better.

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Depends on what year of Diamondback - and I'm not kidding. The 2010 model uses a SRAM PG-820 8spd Cassette (11-32t). Key word being "cassette". The 2011 model uses a Shimano HG-20 7spd (12-28t) freewheel.

The cassette will have a lower 1st gear for pulling hills & a freehub set up - not a freewheel. Much stronger.

This type of bike is NOT intended for off-road use. It may handle a light trail of finely crushed gravel or packed earth at slower speeds. But I wouldn't take it purely "off-road". What makes me so sure? I OWN a 2009 Diamondback Insight.

I need advice on a good hybrid bike?

Sy

The last time I rode a bike was like 5 years ago when I was a kid. Now the big craze is biking among my friends. So I am looking to get a hybrid bike and I am a total newb when it comes to bikes. I stepped into a bike shop and the man recommended a raleigh route 4.0 model 2010 for $300. Is this a good deal? And if not can anyone point me towards a place to find some really good deals. Thank you.

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Since a bike can last just about forever, get the best bike you can afford. Now Raleigh bikes are good entry level bikes, so if you are happy with the Route 4.0, no reason not to go there. But try thinking ahead. If you think you may really like cycling, the you can still get a hybrid, but maybe one with a straight top tube rather than the cut out like the old girls bikes (say a Raleigh Alysa FT1 or FT2, or a Trek FX 7.2 WSD or FX 7.3 WSD). You will still ride upright, but it will be a bit more forward leaning. Try them out, see what your friends are riding, pick one and enjoy.

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I want a BMX Bike cheapish...?

Peter Pot

i want a semi good bmx bike.
i dont need it for any tricks or anything i just want to ride it.

im looking for something thats like a step above walmart brand or something and im looking to spend about from

$100-150
any ideas?

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http://www.gtbicycles.com/

http://www.diamondbackbmx.com/depts.asp?deptid=2

I had a look at some BMX websites, and they don't have anything in that price range. And it looks like the bikes under $200.00 are small kids bikes.

I'm sorry, but if you want a Name Brand bike, you will have to pay at least $250.00 to $300.00

Unless you buy a used bike. Sometimes I see good bikes at garage sales. Once I saw a Redline BMX for $50.00 at a garage sale.

Should I just wait and save up more money for a new bike?

Zora N.

I have been asking tonnes and tonnes of questions here about potential bikes to buy; it seems that any bike that I like (or is within my price range, for that matter) is complete and utter crap (nicely said by one of the users here). I really didn't want to spend more than $275. But I have picked up a few tips from what I've learned here. All in all, it **seems** to me that the best bike I can afford is at least $500.

If you're wondering my purpose, I need it to bike to school and work (basically use it 1-2x EVERY day). I would use it on pavement road... and would probably end up riding an average of 2 miles per day. I'm also female (as you may have already guessed) and 160cm.

I realise very much that I am ignorant on these things, so I do request that you have a tiny smidge of mercy on me and not be mean :P
Thank you so so much!
@intrepidfae - Oooh in all my rush to buy a new bike, I didn't even consider used bikes from Craigslist. Good option, thanks :D
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IF this rant is too long, here is the summary:

I want a good bike to use everyday. Only have $275. Should I wait?

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OMG Zora, You have indeed learned something. Congratulations. I am not kidding and don't take it as condescending or patronizing. It is just such a rare happening around here. Most of the time, people tend to do exactly the opposite of what they are advised and then wonder why things don't work.

Knowing the purpose of the bike helps a lot. Now I understand that you need a reliable, dependable bike for commuting but only for 2 miles a day average. That opens some doors or at least softens the demands on the bike a bit. For a 2 mile commute "almost" anything will do but not just any piece of junk. You still want it not to break constantly on the way to work and I don't think that you are interested on getting the tools out a lot. For me, getting grease under my nails is ok, I do that for fun... when I am not at Y!A.

Back to your question. I still think you need to buy from a real bike shop. You will need the warranty, the after sale adjustments and the free tune ups. As well as help with flats and other issues that happens a lot. You see, there a few well known, first tier brands like Trek, Giant, Specialized and a few more that make great bikes but even the basic models will be a bit over what you want to pay. Then there are the second tier that are just almost as good but don't have the name recognition even if some have been around for ages. Kona, Motobecane, Raleigh, Fuji, Diamondback, and many more. You find those in the Local Bike Shop, LBS, for a fairly good price although some are only available on line which is not a good option for you at the time.

And then is the used bike option. Out of the 20 or so bikes I ever owned, only 4 were new. If you go used, get a used bike from the LBS. Clist is not for you. You wouldn't know what to look for, what kind of components. How much wear and tear is there. Most Clist bikes are asking 3x what they are worth and you will have to spend some money in repairs in the first month, maybe even several hundreds. some people find real treasures in Clist, but those people know what to look for and may take months. If you buy from a bike shop, you can trade up later, especially if they know the bike condition.

Hey, I can rant too. Feel free to ask.

The first link show my wife's new bike, 7.6 intended for longer rides and 200 mile tours. Even the 7.1 in that FX series will be a nice bike.

The second link is to an online store. Do not buy from there as you will need to do some assembly, use it for reference. You want a hybrid bike (not step through) with 700 tires, double wall aluminum rims. Make sure it has a cassette and freehub and not the old technology freewheel which is weaker. That should be enough to get you going. I sincerely think that you will out grow that bike and maybe will need a road bike later on.

Even a Diamondback wouldn't be a bad choice. I have one since 1989 with over 10k miles.

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New mountain Bike...Help?

John

I am looking at buying a new mountain bike and converting it to electric...I was thinking about getting the Mongoose Status 3.0 but I couldn't find a single review except on Amazon...any suggestions?
I'm 13, about 120 (I know I'm a lightweight) and 5' 6"...
The reason that I want to convert a mountain bike to electric is because I do a lot of rough street riding, and a hybrid just won't do the trick. Also, I didn't mean full electric, just a lightweight hub motor for use on longer rides. So eff off about the Lego crap...it's a serious question.
Also, I don't really need advice about the electric components, I know my stuff about that.

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Converting it to electric. No. Don't do this. Spend you money getting a nicer bike with less friction and you can go much faster. Or just buy a cheap, old scooter. Why are you doing this? Project?

If you're going to be using it as a mountain bike, it need not be electric, as that's dangerous. If you're using it as a scooter, it need not be a mountain bike: hybrid's. If this is a project and you're 13 and not rich, I'd pick a different project. One of the Lego Robots would make a good project with electricity(i.e. Lego's Mindstorm). Provide more info and I will too.

Kids get so angry these days.

Looking to buy a new mt. bike-Hardtail, $1000-$1300 price range. Any ideas?

ehiggens

I have already test road the Trek 6700 and liked it. Looking at reviews, it seems like the components arent that great though. Any suggestions as to other bikes I should check out in that same price range?

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All bikes in that range will have similar components (lx/some xt or equivalent), unless you find one on sale. I like to look at last years model because you can usually find one at 30% off the current retail.

The one thing you failed to mention is what kind of riding you are looking to do, and where. All Mountain, XC, Downhill, freeride, dirtjump, cyclocross. Each will use a different type of MTB and will yield different suggestions from the crowd.

Make it a point to visit 3-4 bike shops. Tell the sales person your budget, your intentions with respect to riding style, and have them help show you what they have. Test ride them all without prejudice and make an objective choice.

just don't buy Trek...... Just kidding. Trek makes a good bike, so does Specialized, or Cannondale, or Kona, or Gary Fisher, the list goes on and on.

Things to consider along with the brand and components, is the feel of the shop where you spend your money. Do they answer your questions? Do you feel comfortable with them? What kind of after sale support is included? What is the warranty for the frame/fork?

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Is a "professional" race bike required for a kids triathlon?

Chloe

I was wondering if you have to go get one of those fancy bikes for a kids triathlon or if you could just use a mountain bike or something.

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You can use whatever you want for a kids triathlon. Its not a professional event so it doesn't matter one bit.

What do i wear to a triathlon?

Frankie

I will be doing a kids triathlon. Btw I'm thirteen

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They make bike shorts or briefs that you can where while biking and running with all the benefits needed for those activities, yet under a wetsuit will still be comfortable.

Get a good wetsuit that is for triathlons. Your lack of rashes will be worth it.

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Best pocket bike for kids?

Asia D

I want to purchase a pocket bike, mini dirt bike, or mini quad for my nephew's graduation present. He is 6 years old, about 60 lbs, average Height. I want to know the best thing to get him, if there are any with speed lock-outs or remote shut offs. A few good name brands would be awesome. I also need something I can get training wheels for. I'm looking to spend no more than 500. Please no comments about how he doesn't need one or that he needs to be supervised he is well taken care and we understand this isn't a toy. I just need advice on what to buy. Thank you!

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Pocket bikes are Chinese made knock off's/clones of Japanese and European bikes. They are inferior to the bike they are cloned from. They do not have the reliability, dependability, quality or craftsmanship of the bikes they are cloned from.

With that said, I would recommend you look into a Japanese or European bike. He will fit on a 50cc to a 65cc bike. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha and KTM all make mini-bikes.

Since you do not have a lot to spend, you will have to look used. Check Ebay, Craigslist, CycleTrader and BikeFinds.

If you go with a used older bike, Honda used to make a MR 50 2-stroke and an XR75 4-stroke. The XR75 is built like iron and will last for your nephew's children.

The Yamaha PW50 has a restrictor that can be removed.

When it comes to training wheels, just Google mini-bike training wheels. There are a lot of different ones out there. Example: http://gokartsusa.com/EZ-Bike-Mini-Motorcycle-Training-Wheels.aspx
Training wheels are not cheap, they cost around $150. You can also look for used training wheels on Ebay and Craigslist.

If your nephew can ride a bicycle, he will be able to ride a dirt bike. I am not a fan of quads. When I taught my children to ride, I also let them ride my buddies quads. They all preferred dirt bikes to quads. Quads are super easy to learn to ride, but are very easy to tip over and if they do not keep their feet on the pegs can get run over by their own machine. Quads are also heavier than dirt bikes and if the child flips the quad, they may not be able to get our from underneath it without help.

This is the motorcycle racing section, so we mainly only recommend racing machines, but since he is just starting out a true mini-bike from say Sears or Pep Boys might fit the bill fine. These mini-bikes brand new cost under $400. Have large 4-stroke lawn mower engines on them and are perfect for trail riding and basic transportation. If your nephew likes riding though, he will outgrow the mini-bike within a summer.

Don't forget riding gear. Helmet, goggles and a pair of riding boots. Goggles, gloves, shoulder pads with chest protector, kidney belt, armored riding pants and racing jersey can come later. You can find used gear at Ebay, Craigslist, garage sales and flea markets. Does he need the protective gear for a mini-bike? Probably not, but a helmet and goggles are the minimum he should have.

If he ever needs tips on riding or maintenance, tell him to check Youtube. The amount of information on there is unbelievable. He can learn everything from fixing a flat to rebuilding an engine.

what brand is a good affordable kids bike?

Q. we are looking to get our son a 20 inch bike. he is turning 6 in a month and he is a tall boy so we were thinking a 20 inch would last him a good long time compared to his current 16 inch bike. is 20 inch a good size to get him to last him a long time?
what is a good affordable name brand?
by affordable i mean not over $100. are walmart bikes good for kids??

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a walmart bike is fine. the higher priced bikes are made with higher quality parts to ensure a longer life. a kid's bike is only going to be used 3 or 4 years. its fine. happy biking.

yes, huffy is a good brand sold at many stores, maybe even walmart.


hey! also, in my town, our local police force had an auction in the spring. i was surprised at the condition of some of the bikes there. it really is worth trying if your city has any event like this.

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What age should kids Be aloud to ride their bike around?

So my mom is the protective type and my family is in a tough situation as far as money goes, and we only have one car which means half of my plans to hang out with my friends are ruined when I wake up and find my mother has went to work with the only vehicle and won't be home until 8. I was wondering how many people find a 14 year old boy riding a bike 3 miles appropriate. considering my neighborhood I fairly small, I can't ride it in it.

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I was certainly riding my cycle more than 3 miles when I was 14.

From the age of 11 I was cycling to school every day, and going for longer rides with my friends at weekends.

OK, this was over 40 years ago, and there is more traffic on the roads now, but I do think that cycling is an important way for a young person to develop road sense before learning to drive a motor vehicle.

As long as you can handle the cycle well, and you know the rules of the road, I see no reason why you shouldn't be using your cycle to get around. The size of your neighbourhood is irrelevant, whatever size it is you can cycle around it.

Bike trailer for babies?

hellothere

I would like to purchase a bike trailer for babies. My baby turned 3 months last week. When can I use the bike trailer for my baby? How old should he be? I love to walk with him. I use the stroller, the baby bjorn, but would like some other options.

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When my son was that age, the pediatrician said that kids under 1 year old do not have enough neck strength to hold up both their heads and a helmet. That was a long time ago, so you should consult with your own pediatrician in case theories have changed since then.

HTH

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