Saturday, April 26, 2014

Birthday gift ideas for 6 yr old girl?




krt101


My son has been invited to his kindergarten classmates 6th Birthday party and I don't know what to get. Any helpful tips is appreciated. Thanks


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For kids I usually give toys or clothes (especially if they're girls). At this age, girls use their imaginations and loves to pretend-play and to be doctors, teachers, nurses, veterinarians, then you could give a toy doctor/nurse kit or something like so she can play doctor or play school with her ââdolls and stuffed toys. If you want to give clothes, choose a cute cotton dress or a set of blouse and shorts. Ask your son if he knows what she likes, for example, if he knows that she likes to ride a bike, you might consider giving her a helmet with her ââname engraved on it. If she is more into creative style, you can give a crayola kit or melissa and doug kit.

Bike trailer for 4 yr old?




indreni


My son has a medical condition that prevents him from walking far, and he is now too big to put in a stroller or jogging stroller. I would like to get a bike trailer so I can take him on bike rides this summer, but I haven't biked much in the past several years. Most of the trailers (like In Step) that I readily find at major stores have reviews that say they're very small (even too small for a 2 yr old), but yet, many bike trailers say they accomodate kids up to 6 years old. If anyone has a recommendation for a bike trailer that would give my son enough room (he's a little over 3 ft tall right now) and is under $250, I would really appreciate it. I would probably be able to find the brand at a bike shop. Thanks!
Thank you so much. All the answers were very helpful! I didn't even think about dust and dirt getting into the lungs from being so low to the ground. After a lot of web searching, we're leaning towards a Weehoo, which is like a co-pilot, but the child is strapped into the seat. Thanks everyone.



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I wouldn't use a trailer for an 4 year old get something like a Tail A Bike or a Wee Ride. He can get some exercise that way.

http://www.amazon.com/WeeRide-96455-Co-Pilot-Bike-Trailer/dp/B000I4255G

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=trail-a-bike&tag=googhydr-20&index=sporting&hvadid=5210797397&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12942097821394721141&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&ref=pd_sl_96704zfv4q_e




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Friday, April 25, 2014

Is there any sites like YouTube?

Q. I wanna watch this movie, free, online, where?
(I can't find anything, scenes or whatnot on YT)
Oh, I know it's illegal.


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Here is a list off a website devoted to it http://www.all-video-sites.com/

fora.tv, Discourse and Debate in many categories


photobucket.com, Offers also free photo hosting

stupidvideos.com, Laugh / some stupid stuff

video.nationalgeographic.com, High Quality Documentaries

video.on.nytimes.com, News and Reports / No Upload

video.yahoo.com, Nice quality / Comedy & Animals etc

vids.myspace.com, Includes imeem since a while

www.5min.com, Practical solutions / not limited to 5 Min.

www.archive.org, Creative Commons Licence

www.athenaweb.org, The topic is Science / No Upload

www.atomfilms.com, Funny Stuff / A few Animation

www.blip.tv, Some Online Shows / No Upload

www.blogtv.com, Live Webcam Shows and Lifecasts

www.break.com, Very popular website

www.clipshack.com, You can search by location

www.cnettv.com, Product Reviews and Shows

www.current.com, Some Politics & Journalism

www.dailymotion.com, This and that

www.ehow.com, Just learn how to do things

www.freeetv.com, Watch TV-Channels online

www.funnyordie.com, Have some fun

www.gametrailers.com, Only Game Trailers

www.geobeats.com, Good Travel Guides

www.grindtv.com, Skate Surf and Bike Sports

www.heavy.com, Nice Design / Funny Stuff

www.justin.tv, Another Live Webcam Website

www.kidzbop.com, Videos Shows & Contests for Kids

www.liveleak.com, News and Politics / Entertainment

www.livevideo.com, Live Video Webcams

www.metacafe.com, Entertainment

www.revver.com, Videos are reviewed

www.teachertube.com, Teach the world

www.toxicjunction.com, Entertainment Videos

www.veoh.com, More Service with Veoh pro

www.videojug.com, Life explained on film

www.youtube.com, most popular video community

broadbandsports.com

icyou.com, Good Source for Health Videos

is.rediff.com, From India

pitchfork.com/tv/, music / No Upload

showmedo.com, Programming Languages

videos.streetfire.net, Car related videos

www.3bnexus.com, Business and Markets

www.4videosharing.com

www.aajkatv.com, Indian Bollywood & Cricket

www.activistvideo.org, Political activism

www.adultswim.com/video/, Comedy

www.blastro.com, Music in High Quality

www.bofunk.com, Funny Shocking & Crazy

www.chinaontv.com, China

www.clevver.com, Movie Trailers

www.clipjunkie.com, Funny & Shocking Movies

www.clipmoon.com

www.cricketnext.com/videos/, Cricket

www.disclose.tv, Hidden truth revealed

www.earthtv.com, World Webcams

www.ezprezzo.com, Funny Movies

www.flickr.com/explore/video, Short Videos

www.flightlevel350.com, Airplanes & Cockpits

www.flukiest.com

www.collegehumor.com, Funny Videos

www.crunchyroll.com, Anime and Drama

www.dekhona.com

www.ebaumsworld.com

www.encyclomedia.com, Video encyclopedia

www.expotv.com, Product Reviews

www.funnyordie.com, Funny Videos

globalbroadcast4kids, For Kids

www.glumbert.com

www.hulu.com, TV Movies & Shows

www.indiavideo.org, India

www.jujunation.com, African Community

www.metalvideo.com, Heavy Metal Music

www.nasdaq.com, Finance News

www.rofl.to, Funny Clips

www.scivee.tv, Science

www.shredordie.com, Skate Surf BMX

www.snotr.com

www.stickam.com, Live Webcams

www.style.com/video/, Fashion / Models

www.thedrunkest.com, Drunken People

www.thexvid.com

www.tubedesi.com

www.tvtrip.com, Hotel Video Guide

www.upvideo.com

www.veryfunnyads.com, Funny Ads

www.vidilife.com

www.vidmax.com

www.wegame.com, Game Clips

www.yudomagic.com, Street Magic

www.zapiks.com/_videos_/




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tag along with existing kids bike?




Kilino9


I saw on the street a kids bike attached to an adult's bike with a sort of a tag along pipe kind of a thing. Does anybody know where to buy it or what it is called


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There are two different types. One is called a Tag A Long that is made to attach to the seat post of an adult bike and the other is a boom type device that lifts the front wheel of the childs bike off the ground. The tag a long is a much better design.

Do a Google seach for.
Tag a Long
Wee Ride
Bike trailer

You can them about anywhere.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wee-Ride-Co-Pilot-Child-Trainer/9870514

http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=tag+along+bike&revid=1634490093&ei=jbHtS563GoaBlAe-lsC0CA&sa=X&oi=revisions_narrow&resnum=4&ct=revision&ved=0CCwQ3gIwAw&fp=e64858094bfd2093

Edit;

Here is the tail gater tow bar.

http://www.trail-gator.com/

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=trail+gator+bicycle+tow+bar&tag=yahhyd-20&index=aps&hvadid=31388808011&ref=pd_sl_1g7qe7nxdd_e

Bike trailers.......................?




Malia


I am asking this in a few sections by the way.

How many of you mommies/daddies/caregivers have bike trailers/seats for your child/children? I am looking into getting a trailer, the kind that sits on the ground. My husband's bday is today. I see a few on craigslist.
Another question...if you do have a bike seat or trailer, do you wear a helmet when you take your little one out? And does your little one wear a helmet?

Thank you :)



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I have two kids, so I take advantage of the bike seats and the trailer. When my husband goes riding with me we use the seats and divide the children up. When it's just me going for a ride I use the bike trailer. Regardless of if my kids are in the trailer or on the bike itself they wear a helmet and so do I. I could probably get away with not bothering since I ride on the hiking trails, but I think it's important to teach my kids bike safety. If mommy didn't wear a helmet I would have to face the "well you don't have to wear a helmet argument". So we all wear helmets when riding a bike. My kids are 20 months and 3yrs.

The bike trailer was a great invention. I would highly recommend one for your husband if he likes to take the kids out for bike rides. I use mine two - three times a week. I also recommend getting a used one to save money. All mine I have gotten used off of craigslist or kijiji. They were all in good condition and I paid half the price I would of normally paid for them. =)




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Thursday, April 24, 2014

What's the best bike for towing kids in?

Q. I want to buy a bike to ride around the neighborhood and to the park and grocery store with my kids in tow in a trailer. The trailer I'm looking at buying is the Schwinn Joyrider. The bike I'm looking at is the Schwinn Crest Urban Women's Hybrid Bike (700c Wheels), but I'm not sure if this is what I should get? I want something that's easy to ride and that can handle bumps and "easily" tow two kids. If this isn't the right bike for me, please point me in the right direction! Thanks! (if it matters, which I don't think it should since most bikes are adjustable nowadays, I am 5'4'')


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Whoa! Stop! At first I tried researching that bike on the Schwinn website. http://www.schwinnbike.com/usa/eng/ Turned up nothing. Then I did a Google search & found it on Amazon.com.

There are two different divisions of Schwinn every since the bankruptcy years ago. There is still the real bike shop quality Schwinn. Then there is the discount store & big box store Schwinn. Did you ever click on the photo from Amazon.com to zoom in on the bike? Only 24 spokes per wheel vs. the usual 32 to 36 spokes on a better bike. Also only one frame size - 17". At 5' 4" tall, you would more than likely need a 15"-16" frame, not a 17" frame.

If you want to go with a Schwinn, get one from a real bike shop. See 3rd link down. $379 vs. $313.88 for the one on Amazon.com. But the quality is soooo much better. And a real bike shop will insure you get the correct frame size, sometimes called frame geometry.

Which one of these bikes would be best?

Q. I have a schwinn trailway hybrid bike right now that i like. But ive been looking around to see if i could get something better for less money. Heres the schwinn trailway - http://www.target.com/s/schwinn+trail+way?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google&CPNG=sports&adgroup=bikes&LNM=Schwinn%20trail%20way&MT=broad&LID=14p568056&KID=720d3915-3956-6c48-833e-0000205c0d68
and heres the other bike i was looking at http://staugustine.craigslist.org/bik/3465053477.html
Any idea which one has better parts and what not?


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I think the second bike would be better.




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What size of bike??????

Q. I have a 4 year old girl I was wondering what the proper size of bike I should get


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Kids bikes are denoted by wheel size (unlike adult bikes) Take her to a bike shop (or sporting goods store but NOT kmart/walmart/target unless you want her to take biking)

A 12" is usually the smallest size then 16" 20" and 24". It all depends on how tall she is. You have to have her sit on a bike to see if it fits her right. Not all bikes are the same size even if they are listed as the same size. Different maufactuers do things differently. She is probably somewhere around a 16" size now thought. That said, remember she will outgrow it really soon. If she can sit on a 20" comfortably (even with the seat down pretty low) then that would be a bike she could grow in to.

Are 20 inch mountain bikes only for kids?

Q. So I'm 14, almost 15, and also fairly tall. Lately I've been looking to buy a new bike, and I started looking at 20 inch wheel mountain bikes. Now I don't know much about bikes, but I figure that these kinds of bikes would be good for me because I liked how its a small size with 20 inch wheels like a normal bmx bike, but I also liked that it had suspension and the ability to change gears. I was getting ready to order one, but I noticed that the reviews mainly involved parents buying them as gifts for their 8-10 year old kid. Are these kinds of bikes really only meant for small children, and will I look stupid if I buy one for someone as old and as tall as I am?


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Those are little kids bikes you want one with 26" wheels.




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GT Vertigo: Would it be a good commuter bike?

Q. Hi, I've been lookin' for a decent commuter bike, an old MTB in particular, but the good ones are all still a little pricey, however I found this GT Vertigo in absolutely perfect condition, for only $30.00! The bike is almost new since it was a Christmas present that a kid didn't like it...
But I'm uncertain about its weight -maybe too much-, and its comfort as a commuter bike...
I also need to state that I'm 28 and very short and light (5,4" and 110 lbs approx), and I only ride about 7 miles three times per week on completely flat, urban streets...
Thank you all Bike guys!


Answer
The best 'commuter' bikes are those dubbed 'city' or 'commuter' or 'hybrid' bikes. Even recreational and cyclocross bikes do the job very well. True MTB and BMX? Not so much. You'll end up expending more energy than it's worth. Particularly with a MTB and especially with a full all-mountain bike. Given your height, the extra energy spent on these bikes will be exponentially greater, and the extra rotational force that you can put into a road bike ('recreational,' 'hybrid,' 'commuter,' etc.) will really help.

GT, however, is a solid company. A bike with a name that represents a condition with symptoms like dizziness, loss of balance, and disorientation....I wouldn't want to ride it ;-)

Segestions for bike handling skills.?




u14_sharks


3 out of my past 4 races I have crashed. 2 of the 3 were because I was racing with the little 8 year old kids, which everyone knows are preaty bad around the corners. What do I do to get arround them but still maintain the speed needed to win the race?
IT IS NOT LIKE I CAN CHOOSE WHO I RACE WITH, THAT IS JUST HOW IT WORKS!



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Beat them to the corner, or turn shallow enough that you can continue to pedal.

Take a BikeEd classes - there are 4 basic skills that will help with road racing.

Try participating in critical mass where you live. You'll learn bike handling skills quickly, or fall a lot.

Here are the four skills taught in BikeEd courses:

Quick-stop - stop as quickly as possible with both hand brakes.

Rock dodge - if you see an obstacle, briefly move the handlebars around the obstacle - not enough to lean the bike, but enough to clear it. it could be a rock, a

quick turn - brief flick the handlebars to lean the bike, rotate the handlebars in the direction you want to turn to complete the turn. this is important to avoid right hooks (motor vehicles turning right immediately in front of you, too close to stop)

looking over your shoulders while riding a straight line - look behind you while maintaining a straight line.

Here are some other skills - practice dismounting on either side; also the cyclocross dismount, run, mount -- the latter will help you get into the race when you do tumble.




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A mountain bike for a Female 16 yr old? Budget is 150?

Q. I need a bike for a 16yr old.


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Hello! Welcome to the 21st century. I ASSUME you mean $150 and not rupees or German marks or pesos. The only thing $150 will buy is heartaches in the form of a " Bicycle Shaped Object" from a discount store.
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&tbo=d&output=search&sclient=psy-ab&q=bicycle+shaped+object&oq=bicycle+shaped&gs_l=hp.1.2.0l4.6235.13313.0.16500.14.11.0.3.3.0.375.3094.2-7j4.11.0.les%3B..0.0...1c.1.2.hp.uc8RVct5b7I&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&bvm=bv.42080656,d.aWc&fp=72bf9325becb8e42&biw=1024&bih=568

And it certainly won't buy a true "mountain bike". The ones in discount stores may look like a mountain bike with the knobby tires & front fork suspension. They are actually designed & built for streets use ONLY with a (small) warning sticker somewhere on the bike stating that fact. They are also designed & built for KIDS.

Need a REAL bicycle? Then go see a REAL bicycle shop. Good bikes of any type or style now start around $450 to $500 - any brand. Again...welcome to the 21st century.

Question about mountain bike pedals...?




HoleInOne2


I have a 2007 Raleigh Mojave 4.0, and I would like to buy new pedals for it online from www.danscomp.com

Does anyone know what size my bike would need, whether it be 9/16" or 1/2"?

Please only answer if you are sure of what size I need because I would like to order them ASAP

Thanks



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9/16" is the standard and what you should order. 1/2" is for kids or really crappy bikes.




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Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Can I put 14" wheels on a kids bike?




pmondrag


My 4 year old daughter is ready for a two-wheel bike w/training wheels. When we went shopping for bikes I noticed she is way too big for a 12" bike but she felt very unstable and hesitant on the 16" wheeled bike. It looked too big for her. They had a couple of 14" bikes at Toys R Us, none of which we liked, but she seemed most at ease on those and seemed to be best fit. Instead of buying a 14" bike this summer and another 16" bike next, I was wondering if I could buy a 16" bike (that we actually like) and just put 14" wheels on it until she is ready for the 16" wheels. And if I can, where do I (and can I) find 14" wheels that makes sense it terms of cost?? Doing custom-order would defeat the purpose.
Thanks so much for the feedback. I hadn't thought about the frame sitting lower. I'll probably find a cheap used $12 just so she learns and then when she is confident switch her to the 16" - who knows maybe she'll be ready for it before I know it! I'd rather her be confident as you mentioned. Thanks so much!



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This might work. You need to keep in mind, everything about a 16" bike is scaled up. Everything is bigger, not just the wheels.

Anyhow, the first problem will be with hand brakes. The hand brakes won't be in the proper position to squeeze the rim of the wheel if you put a 14" wheel on a bike made for 16" wheels.

Putting 14" wheels on will also put the pedals closer to the ground which may cause your daughter to drag a pedal on the when turning. If she drags hard enough, it might flip her right off!

Finally, finding 14" wheels is going to be a pain. Consumers just don't go out a buy 14" wheels. Thus, I suspect, if you can find the wheels, they will be cost prohibitive.

In my humble opinion, a small bike is easier for a kid to learn to ride. They feel more in control of a bike they can put their feet down with. In the dear, dead days of my youth, we started our kids on a little tiny bike with 12" wheels. We promised to get them a "real" bike as when they learned to ride. In next to no time, the training wheels came off and they learned to ride. Good to our word, we got them "real" sized bikes and they were pleased as could be with themselves. My daughter was just over 4 when she learned to ride and my son was about 4 1/2.

Hope this helps.

Are 20 inch mountain bikes only for kids?




Joseph


So I'm 14, almost 15, and also fairly tall. Lately I've been looking to buy a new bike, and I started looking at 20 inch wheel mountain bikes. Now I don't know much about bikes, but I figure that these kinds of bikes would be good for me because I liked how its a small size with 20 inch wheels like a normal bmx bike, but I also liked that it had suspension and the ability to change gears. I was getting ready to order one, but I noticed that the reviews mainly involved parents buying them as gifts for their 8-10 year old kid. Are these kinds of bikes really only meant for small children, and will I look stupid if I buy one for someone as old and as tall as I am?


Answer
Those are little kids bikes you want one with 26" wheels.




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Bike Experts-PLEASE give me some help!?




Vet's Daug


Hi, I need some advice from people who work in bike shops or just bike and know a lot about it. My questions are pretty simple, but I'm a complete novice.

I haven't been on a bike since I was a kid, but my sister and I both want to get cruiser bikes (most definitely the beach cruiser type, not a comfort/commuter bike) to ride now that the weather is getting nice. But I don't know what to look for. I don't want a super expensive one. I'd like to keep it below $500. I don't know if steel or aluminum is better (and why) and I know that some come with a 'flat-foot' style pedal and I have no idea what that means. Also, what drive train to get, etc. I did look all over the internet for reviews, but most of the sites I found just give general information. Nothing about any specific brands or styles.

FYI-each bike will be hauling a double baby trailer. The lakes and biking areas where we live have some hills, but nothing to steep. We're in Nebraska. My sister is 5'11 so the women's bike she gets will need to be tall enough. Oh, and we're in our 40's and don't plan on doing any racing. Ha-Ha. This is just for fun and exercise and to entertain the babies.

Please give me your expert-biking guru advice and THANK-YOU!!



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If you want to pull a trailer and have hills a cruiser is the worst possible bike you could ever buy. Visit the local bike shop and look at comfort and hybrid bikes it will be a much better choice for what you want. Google " bike shop + your zip " and start there.

What are my best options for toting three kids around with my bike?

Q. Is there a trailer for 3 kids? Would it be ok to have a "trail-a-bike" type option then connect a trailer to that? Or get a child seat plus the trailer? Kids are 4 mos, 2.5 yrs, and 5 yrs old.. The 5 yr old can ride a bike, but very slowly and not very far.. Thanks!


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You have a few option, although I agree with those who mention 4 mos may be a little young for any kind of biking. The only way I would bike with infants is if I can either carry them very close to me, or if I can strap them into a reclined seat where they don't have to fully support their head while going over bumps etc.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Bend,OR&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=40.460237,67.763672&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Bend,+Deschutes,+Oregon&ll=44.05157,-121.315155&spn=0.28771,0.529404&t=h&z=11 Front mounted seat.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIH0EG?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwgalttechco-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000FIH0EG Top Bar Mounted

In Denmark they often ride with the youngest in a front basket or cargo bay laying down in blankets.

I've tried my kids in trailers at 9 mos and found it didn't work for me with any of them because I couldn't watch how they were doing and couldn't attend to their needs at all without stopping, dismounting etc. AND until over a year they didn't do well enough with head control. The trailers actually ride fairly jouncy and bumpy because the kids are sitting right on top of the wheels.

Moving on....

I have seen people do the tag along and the trailer, but for regular use it seems to long and unwieldy to me.

I'd go the cargo bike / long tail route: Madsen Cycles has a model that seats 4 with seat belts (takes the optional extra seat to get to 4 - standard is 2) http://www.madsencycles.com/
A review of cargo bikes: http://www.metaefficient.com/bicycles/longtail-bikes-a-review-and-buying-guide.html
And Riding triple on a long tail http://surfabike.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/mundo_bilby_side_m-preview1-jpg.jpeg




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What is a good (bicycle) seat for a toddler?




Me


I would want her in the front, if possible.


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i goggled it and the weerike one sounds like the best (second link, first one is just of one thats also pretty good)
http://www.amazon.com/WeeRide-Kangaroo-Child-Bike-Seat/dp/B000FIH0EG/ref=tag_tdp_dp/105-1446507-8382860
http://www.kentbicycles.com/bikeacc_wee_carrier.html

What height should a toddlers bicycle be adjusted to?




z


Should her feet be able to touch the ground or only the pedals. If Her feet should touch the ground. Should it be just her tows or flat feet.
How high should the side wheels be? Should the bike be able to move from side to side, and how much?



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sitting on seat and feet can go flat on ground=perfect height.

By "side wheels" do you men training wheels?
Assuming you do, they should be 4.5 to 5" across (high) and wobbling only a little bit so child gets feel for balancing--to learn how to balance.

(The "wobbling" will occur naturally. You needn't adjust "wobblocity")
Thus: "Training" wheels.
They'll put them on for you at bike shop.




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Tuesday, April 22, 2014

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

Q. 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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What do you think of this for a 2 year old, seem like its a good one?

Q. http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4187346
Would you buy this product or have you?? If so what's your review of it?? His birthday (2nd) is next month and I want to get this for him as he loves to be outdoors, he already has two slides and a wagon so I thought this would be a nice addition and would be a bit easier to load in the SUV for trips to the park!!! What do all you mommy's of toddlers think??


Answer
My nephew got that bike last year he will be 3 in march this year. It is a great bike but he is to big for it.

So this year he is getting this one

Radio Flyer Boys Fold 2 Go Tricycle
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3155376

We like this because it folds completely down and fits in the trunk.

Brunswick Georgia apartments for a family?

Q. I am trying to get a feel for Brunswick, GA and the apartment communities there. If you have spent some time in that area, could you please recommend a good place to live. I have a toddler, so the important things are a safe playground nearby, family-oriented community, single level housing (no stairs), and good locks on the doors. A pool would be nice, but is not necessary. A private garage would also be nice, but not necessary.

I think my common thread here is that I need to feel very safe in my new home. Nothing shady. We are not party people, so we have no interest in being where the party is. I'd like to see other families outside with their kids on bikes and tricycles, and other moms with strollers and such. I am blessed to have that where I am now and hope to find it again out there in Brunswick.

I very much appreciate your experience and help.
Thank you.
Thank you, Tyler. That was helpful indeed.

I think I am going to be avoiding Brunswick, if I can, and look for a nearby town or city to live in. I'm getting a bad impression about Brunswick from what I read online. It appears that they rank a 10 in crime, on a scale from 1 to 10. If anyone knows otherwise, or likewise, please let me know.

Also, if anyone has information on, or experience with, nearby towns or cities that would be an improvement over Brunswick, please let me know. We will still need to commute to the Brunswick area however, so the town we live in should not be farther than a 30 minute drive, I'd say.

Thanks everyone!


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I don't have any personal experiences because I am not from the area, but I do work for an apartment search engine and there are a lot of tools out there that can help you get advice (without having to depend on waiting for answers like on here).

To get reviews of apartments and landlords (some reviews will also contain how safe/family friendly apartments are) try out ApartmentRatings.com and Yelp.com. I attached links to both sites below for Brunswick, GA.

These resources will help you get a feel for apartments that you have found. As for finding the apartments themselves, I attached a link to our apartment search below also. I don't want to just push our site on you though, other good sites are ApartmentFinder.com, ApartmentGuide.com, Hotpads.com, ForRent.com, Move.com. Then as you find units from these sites you can check them in the resources above.

Some sources that just cover crime are CrimeReports.com and SpotCrime.com. I also put in links for them in Brunswick, GA (crime reports wouldn't let me keep the Brunswick location). CrimeReports.com seems to just have registered sex offender's location but SpotCrime covers some other types of crimes. Some of these companies have relationships with the police department (good coverage) and others just crawl news stories on the internet and map out crimes (less coverage), but both are good for spotting the safe neighborhoods.

Hope this helps!




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26" GT Aggressor Mountain Bike?




Wes


I found one of these on Craigslist for $150. Its six years old and rarely used. Im not too up to speed on mountain biking, other than I'm not suppose to get a bike at a department store (seems to be the consensus I'm getting).

How are these bikes?
Is this a decent price for this particular model?

Thanks,

PS, I ride mainly on pavements, pulling my kids in a bike trailer.



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The #1 problem I see is - people always buying ATB or off-road bikes when they never go off-road. Get the point? Yeah...if you install some different tires on it, it would ride a lot better on pavement.
http://www.amazon.com/Kenda-Kross-Plus-Wire-1-95/dp/B001C6DE5O/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1364237973&sr=1-1&keywords=kenda+kross
http://www.amazon.com/Kenda-K-Sheild-Bicycle-Blackwall-1-95-Inch/dp/B002DWZE6S/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1364238039&sr=1-1&keywords=kenda+841

But you'll still have those suspension parts chewing up your energy. With every stroke of the pedals, part of your energy is soaked up by suspension parts & not transmitted to the rear wheel.

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hello jonathan, for reference you can see this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_4Yuh26wCg






or if you want to directly buy, I recommend at amazon here http://amzn.to/QrgpwE , there is often a big discount




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Monday, April 21, 2014

Are Schwinn bikes for old people?

Q. I'm going to buy a classic Schwinn cruiser you know the fenders not the big ones the small ones and the fork handle bars my bro said they are for old people I said they aren't for old people I see young people riding them all the time he said they are for old people and laughed at me so are they really for old people I'm kinda stuck in the 50s


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Schwinn makes a variety of bikes for every age. Everything from kid's bikes...
http://www.schwinnbikes.com/bikes/kids

To bike path bikes...
http://www.schwinnbikes.com/bikes/bike-path

To road bikes...
http://www.schwinnbikes.com/bikes/road

Even one so new - it's "Patent Pending"...
http://www.schwinnbikes.com/bikes/urban/2012-vestige-14605

Do I really have to spend that kind of money on a bike?




Emmi


I decided to get a bike to commute to work. I live very close now (less than 2 miles) and would like to bike instead of walk. Doing some research leads me to believe that I have to spend about 300 to 400 dollars on a bike.
Any thoughts on that?
I would like a bike with some gears, but nothing fancy.
Thanks for the input.



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Just like $150 basketball shoes don't make you able to slam dunk; a $1000 bike will not make you Lance Armstrong. There is a happy medium of bike quality and price. Walmart and Target don't have anyone that is skilled in bike assembly, just a high school kid that can kinda follow directions when he feels like it, when he's not too pissed off at his girlfriend. Try Performance bike, its a chain bike store that has qualified mechanics that put your bike together, they have much better bikes overall and yes you will spend more on a bike you will have something that will stay in adjustment. Remember you are trusting your life to the bike, brakes, steering etc are critical components, especially if you are going to bike to work a few days a week. Performance has lifetime tuneups on their bikes so you get the long term value compared to the discount store.




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Would you rather live in New Zealand, or America? WHY?

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As an American who immigrated to NZ I think my choice is obvious. NZ has many advantages over America but also some disadvantages that have to be weighed against the good stuff.

Many Americans I know who moved here have decided it was a mistake and have moved on to Australia or back to the States. The biggest problem they faced was the lower standard of living in NZ, incomes are lower and goods cost more, houses are smaller and not as well built, internet is slower and petrol far more expensive. The lack of central heating, insulation or double-glazed windows in houses can prove a real shock to North American immigrants as well.

Yet NZ offers so much that the US lacks. In NZ there are no 24 hour new networks scaring the heck out of us every day, people feel safe letting their kids walk or bike to school at a young age, even letting 8 year olds go to the shops on their own with no fear they'll get snatched by someone, it just doesn't happen. The whole way of life is so much more laid-back and since there are no personal injury lawsuits allowed, no one worries about getting sued for the slightest thing. There is much less traffic even in Auckland than in most US cities, the scenery is unbelievable and easy to get to.

Add to this ACC coverage of all accident costs, universal healthcare and a minimum wage that is a living wage and the choice is easy. There isn't the kind of wealth in NZ that there is in the US, not even close. But there also isn't anywhere near the level of poverty or violent crime that exists in the US.

What is a good length of time to go to New Zealand for? ?

Q. We have between 2 to 3 weeks to spend there and we want to visit the North and South Island. What is a good length of time to do all that?


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I would spend 3 weeks there, 2 will not be enough!

Although New Zealand is a small country, there is so much to do!

I would spent about 11 days on the North Island and 10 on the South Island.

I have actually never been to the South Island but I hear it's really nice :)

I'll give you some things to do on the North Island to start with.

1. If your going in summer, you have to visit the bay of islands which is located above Auckland. It has some really really nice beaches and you can go swimming with dolphins!

http://www.bay-of-islands.co.nz/

2. Auckland, nz's largest city! This city is surrownded by water! NICE.

- Go to the Auckland museum

- Go to MOTAT (kind of like a museum but more interesting)

- Visit the many volcanos that surrownd Auckland

- If you're going in summer get down to the beach! The best beaches are Mission Bay, Takapuna Beach and Piha.

- If you have kids, go to Rainbow's End (a theme park).

- Go out to dinner at the many award-winning restaurants around the city.

- Go shopping at the many shopping centres located around Auckland.

- You MUST go to the Auckland skytower. It's really cool and you can do like a bunjy jump of it!

- Do a bunjy jump off the Auckland Harbour Bridge

- Go to the Auckland botanic gardens

- Get out on the harbour and do some boating!

http://www.aucklandnz.com/

Next on the list in NZ is Rotorua. I loved this town! Heaps to see and do.

1. You have to go to the bubbling mud pools and do all the volcanic things.
2. Do the Luge! I LOVED THIS YOU HAVE TO DO IT!. It's kind of like a hill powered go-cart that ride down a hill.
3. Experiance Maori culture and go to a maori village.
4. The zorb (http://www.zorb.com/

http://www.rotoruanz.com/

Go to Taupo and check out the massive lake that is there. It's beautiful. There are snow capped mountains in the background!

The Hawkes Bay region is great if you're into wine and cheese etc.

Great vineyards. Check out Napier, it's a really nice city.

http://www.napier.govt.nz/

If you go in winter, go skiing on Mount Ruaphehu, a volcao!

You also must visit Wellington (although you really have no choice in order to get to the south island! mwaaa you thought you could escape Wellington, you thought wrong!)

1. Go to Te Papa museum, that's really neat

2. Go and grab a coffe on Oriental Bay. I just went there 2 weeks ago and it was really nice! Heaps of people out walking and cycling along the water on 4 wheel bikes haha.

3. Go to Mount Victoria lookout and get some good shots (with a camera, not a gun!).

On the South Island, go to Christchurch.

My step brother just returned from there and they went to the Antartica Centre which they said was really cool.

http://www.christchurch.org.nz/

Go skiing in Queenstown in winter or if its summer go to Queenstown anyway.

It has a luge like in Rotorua and the shotover jetboat.

http://www.shotoverjet.com/

In Dunedin, go to the Cadbury Chocolate factory.

So yeah, 3 weeks should be long enough, you should have a great time!

Thanks very much for the question, hope I've helped :)

Email me if you have anymore questions.




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Question about bike seat for toddler-Front carrier or Rear carrier?




martha


I'm an experienced biker but I've never used a child seat carrier. I'm a 5'6 tall, 120-pound lady...and I'm pretty athletic ...but still worried about being able to do this safely. My daughter is 19 months and weighs 23 pounds. Should I get a front carrier or rear? I don't mean the trailers..but a carrier that sits just behind my bike seat or the one that sits near the handle bars?

I like the idea of the rear carrier more but I have heard the front carriers are easier? Can anyone offer advice on this? Any recommendations on brand or helpful tips overall?

My bike is an older mountain bike.

Thank you in advance!



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The front carriers are easier for you to mount the bike once your child is in the seat. Everything else is about equal. You are loading weight (of your child) on the bike without being on it. That is where care has to be taken. A kickstand will not hold the bike with the child in the carrier. You must support the bike at all times your child is in the carrier. Either by holding or riding the bike.

I always used the rear carrier, but always had help in preparation as my wife and I always rode with the children together.

As long as you are a proficient cyclist, age and style of the bike is insignificant.

Baby carriers for BMX bike?




.


Does anyone know where to get a baby/toddler carrier that would fit on a Mongoose Rebel BMX bike?
Not sure why that's funny...



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No adult size bike available ? "Baby seats" are hard to find - because of operator abuse- insurance claims against mfg. Who wants to make an outdated inherently abused product. ?? Best solution - - trailer type device with infant helmet, of course !! Good luck, Dewey !




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Do the little kids on the block still follow you around?

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Yes! Little kids love me.Esp. ones I'm related to.They always come up to me and Say "Hey Ray-Ray, will you play with us? Will you jump on our trampoline? You wanna play hide and go seek?Will you chase us on your bike?"

Years of entertaining, they don't get I'm I grown up now.lol...so I still have to act like a kid sometimes, if only for them.

Why do little kids when bully other kids call them gay?




LoveMaker


Not sure if anyone else experience this, but when I was in elementry school all the little kids would spread rumors I was a lesbian, also they would spread rumors about my friends too there gay.

So I'm just wondering why do little kids do this to other little kids?



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There little kids,like trolls,so they don't understand the meaning of sexuality,they just think of the word Gay as in stupid
"Thats Gay/stupid"
"That bike is gay"stupid"
"Your Gay/stupid"
ETC




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Bike trailers.......................?




Malia


I am asking this in a few sections by the way.

How many of you mommies/daddies/caregivers have bike trailers/seats for your child/children? I am looking into getting a trailer, the kind that sits on the ground. My husband's bday is today. I see a few on craigslist.
Another question...if you do have a bike seat or trailer, do you wear a helmet when you take your little one out? And does your little one wear a helmet?

Thank you :)



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I have two kids, so I take advantage of the bike seats and the trailer. When my husband goes riding with me we use the seats and divide the children up. When it's just me going for a ride I use the bike trailer. Regardless of if my kids are in the trailer or on the bike itself they wear a helmet and so do I. I could probably get away with not bothering since I ride on the hiking trails, but I think it's important to teach my kids bike safety. If mommy didn't wear a helmet I would have to face the "well you don't have to wear a helmet argument". So we all wear helmets when riding a bike. My kids are 20 months and 3yrs.

The bike trailer was a great invention. I would highly recommend one for your husband if he likes to take the kids out for bike rides. I use mine two - three times a week. I also recommend getting a used one to save money. All mine I have gotten used off of craigslist or kijiji. They were all in good condition and I paid half the price I would of normally paid for them. =)

kids dirt bikes???????????




bryceyboi


my mate has a lad he is 10yrs and 135cm he wants a loncin what size would be best for him this is his first dirt bike.


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Bring him to some shops to sit on the bikes.
Small engine bikes come in different sizes (seat heights).
A 10yr old should be able to handle something between 80cc & 100cc

If you want to surprise him, say you're going to a shop to buy a spark plug (or other parts) and ask if he would like to come with you.
While you're there, point to the dirt bikes and say "aren't those cool! - go ahead sit on some"




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At what age should kids be riding their bikes without training wheels?

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Each child is different. To give you an "age" is very difficult. The average range is between 4 and 7 give or take a few years. Other factors to consider are riding time the child has, area that the child has to ride (is it wide open or not much of an area), are there other kids in the area riding also, or just one on one with an adult, does the child have an interest in riding a bike (some kids don't).

What age should my child learn how to tie his shoes and ride a bike without training wheels?







I want answers from parents who have multiple children and know the correct answer to this question, PLEASE! no teenage kids that think they know how to give advice :o)
Please list the ages that your children were when they learned these things .. i am trying to figure out if my son is progressing as he should be .. he does have hyperactivity disorder and is on medicine.
Thanks :)
He turned 5 this month & isnt in kindergarten yet .. should i let loose and not worry so much?!



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6 on the bike at least half of kids are riding a two wheeler without training wheels @ the start of 1st grade. The bike range though is the same as beginning reading 4-8 is the typical acquisition of these things. The bike is also how much access a child has to it. Because this generation of kids don't play freely outside unsupervised like we did, its growing later.

Tying laces, its expected by 2nd grade, most kids can do it earlier if they are taught. The velcro invention has really thrown the present generation of kids back on the shoe tying.

I'm 38, rode a bike @ 4 1/2, tied shoes @ 5 1/2

My children have complex developmental delays
they are 10 yrs today bike riding he doesn't do (dyspraxic), but read @ 6, tying shoes he can do sloppily and has been able to do since 7.

My 5 yr old has been reading since 3, can't ride a bike or tie shoes. Haven't begun either with him. He loves to peddle a trike though.

My 4 yr old does none of these he still has trouble dressing himself. He really doesn't even peddle a trike.

just look @ bikes in the toy stores. It used to be that a 12" bike came with training wheels, now 16" and even 20" come with them.




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How did kids used to be?

Q. i'm 13. I'm from russia, where no one files a lawsuit if a kid falls off a slide and has the awesome 12 foot tall metal thing torn down.
Here, all the playgrounds and just pretty much everything is sot, round and plastic. it annoys me, for some reason. and they all whine.

"waaah, a SPLINTEER!!!!" -from a 14 year old

my grandma says that kids used to be way more advenurous and non-whiney. is this true? how did it used to be?


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yes, kids used to be different.... but then, too, the world was much different, as well....

at age 8, I could have breakfast with Momma, head out to the playground and play until lunch, when I'd either come home for a bite or go to any of the friends' house where their mom would feed the whole gang..... after that, I'd be off to climb hills, explore the creek, ride my bike a mile to the riverbank to swim or head off to my 'private place' in the woods.... there I'd stay till almost dark.... then I'd report in, eat supper, and then go back out and hang with the kids in the neighborhood, catching fireflies, shooting off fireworks, or scaring the little kids....

we didn't need to worry about strangers, driveby shootings, poisoned candy, food prepared by someone other than momma, where a kid was during the day, who was with him, or taking care of him... if I fell off my bike and got bloody, any mom in reach would haul me in, clean me up, spread iodine on the booboo and bandage me up and send me on my way..... my mom knew about it before I got home, too!....

if I got out of line, any adult in reach would smak my behind and send me home and mom would hear all about it before I got there, then, too!.... you walked a tight line when you knew that anyone in authority could bust yer chops!!....

and as for the slide?... if you fell off it, it was your own fault for not watching what you were doing!!!... I bit the earth a few times myself!!.... swings, too... those nice long ones with fifteen ft of chain?.. oh, YES!!!... you could get a real SWING out of them... and if you were dumb enuff to walk in front of one of THOSE BABIES, well, you deserved what you got..... no lawsuits, etc ever happened from the playground equipment!!....

but.... kids said Yes, M'am and No, Sir , please and thank y ou back then, too.... that's just the way it was.... you didn't say it for any reason but that it was 'respectful'... and you'd better be!!.....

I know the world is different these days.... our kids are being cheated out of so much..... climbing trees... swimming in the quarry.... exploring, being able to find something fun to do at any given moment!!.... never needing electronics or phones.... kids can't even play outside in their own yards without someone watching over them .... used to be, yer dog took care of that..... it's a sad commentary on our times.....

Need good, affordable bike for support and comfort, pulling a child trailer.?




Amy K


I am 5'4,110lbs,F. Need good, affordable bike for support and comfort, pulling a child trailer.
I was looking at the cheapest women's bike with Kettler. Then saw some at Target.com. I have tried bikes at Performance and REI, but they seem awful expensive for me at this time. The trailer I just got was $399. I was hoping not to spend more than $250 tops. I've been looking on Craigslist, too, but not sure. Bike suggestions?



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Generally, the more expensive the bike the lighter and better quality it will be. Target, Walmart, etc. sell lots of very inexpensive bikes, but they tend to be heavy and pretty low quality.

Pulling a trailer and a kid or two is pretty hard work. The lighter the bike, the further you are going to be able to haul your kids. Also, the least expensive bikes available have only a single speed. Frankly, gears are a godsend when pulling kids in a trailer.

If you get a bike from a discount retailer, you should plan on having to get another one in a year or two. Also, discount retailers tend to have noone who can fit you and get the bike set up for you. Thus, you run a good chance of getting the wrong size bike or not getting the seat height and handlebar height correct.

Performance and REI carry a wide variety of bikes to meet nearly all price points except the very lowest. You can count on these bikes to be a nice step up in quality. Furthermore, the sales people should take time to work with you to be sure the bike fits you properly.

Your local bike store may be even better. You aren't going to want to go to a "racing" oriented shop, though. Just one than sells a variety of bikes that should suit your needs.

I suggest you try out a mountain bike, a hybrid and a cruizer with gears. I am sure one of these will be perfect for you and will fit your budget. I also recommend you take your kid and trailer with you. Plan on taking an hour, or so, test ride with each bike. Buy the one that is most comfortable for you. Don't buy a bike on the basis of a 10 minute ride around the parking lot. That just isn't enough time to determine if the bike is really comfortable.

Hope this helps.




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what are the differant styles of road bikes?




Tyler


I am in the market for a road bike but i don't know what to look for in a bike. Any suggestions would be appreciated


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There are many variations of road bike based on a variety of factors, including (1) intended use and (2) material.

INTENDED USE

Ok, there a variety of different styles of road bikes and many people often call them different things. Here is my breakdown.

If you are planning on riding long rides but still want to have a fast race bike, the "Plush" category of bikes. Don't let the word "plush" fool you -- these are still high quality race bikes, they are just slightly altered to accomodate longer rides. These would include the Specialized Roubaix series (go to www.specialized.com) and the Cannondale Synnapse series (www.cannondale.com). These two bike series will range from about $1900 to about $6000 depending on the model. They are designed to be fast and compliant, but at the same time slightly more comfortable. Trust me, though, you won't be lacking in performance.

If you are going to be focusing on road racing, you might want to go with a Specialized Tarmac, a Trek Madone, a Cannondale SuperSix, or something similar. Again, a huge price range. (for a less expensive option, look at the Specialized Allez). These bikes generally will have a little more aggressive geometry (shorter head tubes, steeper angles, etc).

If you live in an area with flat ground and foresee yourself doing triathlons or bike time trials, then getting a time trial bike would be the way to go. These bikes focus on aeordynamics (although they are still really light) and pure straight speed (not as good on hills, curves, etc). Examples are the Trek TT, the Specialized Transition, the Cannondale Slice.

Many companies also make a variety of bikes in the "touring" category. These are not racing bikes, focus more on long haul comfort, but are still fast and fun to ride.

Cyclocross bikes may be a good choice if you want a limited ability to go off-road. They are generally not as light or fast as road bikes (although a really high end one will be), but still have a good sporty feel. They are generally geared a bit lower - in cyclocross you need the ability to accelarate over rough terrain and steep hills, not necessarily the ability to go 35 mph on a straightaway. I have a cx bike that I use for commuting, riding in bad conditions or going out with my kids -- situations in which I wouldn't want to take my carbon road bike.

As far as materials, the main ones are Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, Steel and Titanium. If you are going for a race bike, I personally believe that Carbon Fiber is the way to go. The material is stiff, light, and eats up road vibrations. I would guess that a vast majority of bikes on the pro tour are carbon. Aluminum can still be really light and is very stiff (and would be great for a time trial bike or criterium bike) but may not be as comfortable over a long ride. Steel is old school and is a popular material among bike messengers because it makes a statement (I don't need your fancy materials) and is very durable. It also is used on many cyclocross bikes. Titanium is a great material and generally the choice of middle age men (and older) who can drop some cash.

I hope this helps. Good luck.

Best Road Biking Gear ?




meeeee!


My dad is an avid biker.
However, he is sacrificial and never buys anything for himself, only for his family, so he has done without the legitimate biking gear for years.

This Christmas, I want to hook him up with some legitimate gear!

It's cooler where I live, so I know he definitely needs some biking pants, a jacket, and like, biking glasses (he always rides with sunglasses, but I want him to have the legitimate gear) (:

Any other suggestions, please suggest away!

I need help!
Thanks so much!
(if you provide links, it would be greatly appreciated!)



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You sound like my kids. I'm congenitally cheap. I do get legitimate gear, but I lean towards the sale bins and closeouts, while my kids get me the good stuff that I would never buy for myself. Yes, its always appreciated.

Some thoughts: Shoes are good, but you can't buy them online, since sizes and fit are all over the place even among different models from the same brand.

Gloves are always good. If you're dad's putting in any kind of miles, he's wearing out gloves constantly. Tights, jerseys, underarmour (I like that better than bike specific base layers)

Here's my favorite place for a variety of jerseys. They have other stuff as well. If you get lucky and find what you need in their closeout section, you can be stylish AND frugal.

http://www.primalwear.com/

The other place I get most of my bike stuff:

http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategories_10052_10551_-1?

Then of course there's your friendly LBS (local bike shop).




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Sunday, April 20, 2014

Toddler bike with push handle?

Q. I'm looking for a toddler bike with training wheels (not a tricycle) that also has a push handle for my little girl (I add the little girl part because she thinks she is a princess and everything has to look like it's for a little girl, so no red and blue). I have searched on-line for about 2 days now and the only ones I can find are in Europe. Needless to say I don't want to pay shipping from Europe. If anyone knows where to find one and could help me out I would greatly appreciate it!!


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Here are some I found

http://www.amazon.com/Girls-Grow-Go-Bicycle-Exclusive/dp/B001NLONZS

http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/190-4848824-8503507?asin=B0026JP38C&AFID=Froogle_df&LNM=|B0026JP38C&CPNG=toys&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001

http://www.toystoreinc.com/servlet/the-10575/Radio-Flyer-Girl's-Grow/Detail

I hoped this helps.

what kind of bike should i get a 4 year old?

Q. what kind if bike should i get a 4 year old girl.. what should i look for in a bike? she is on the short side.


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my nephew is 3 almost 4 and we got him this bike

Boys' Gravel Blaster Learning Bike - Blue (28")

http://www.target.com/Boys-Gravel-Blaster-Learning-Bike/dp/B001OU0HEE/ref=sc_pd_gwvub_3_title?ie=UTF8&pf_rd_r=2DFD37AFAFD843B6ADA6&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001THDKZA&pf_rd_p=58371022&pf_rd_s=bottom-4

Toddler Diego Helmet with Pads

http://www.target.com/Toddler-Diego-Helmet-with-Pads/dp/B000OMO8WU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&qid=1268602132&frombrowse=0&fromGsearch=true&node=1038576|1287991011&keywords=toddler%20elbow%20pads&searchSize=30&id=Toddler%20Diego%20Helmet%20with%20Pads&searchBinNameList=subjectbin,target_com_age,target_com_gender-bin,target_com_character-bin,price,target_com_primary_color-bin,target_com_size-bin,target_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576|1287991011&searchRank=price&sr=1-3&searchPage=1




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what size honda dirt bike is good for starters.?

Q. I am 18 5'8" and 160 lbs. when i was 8 i had a honda xr70. now that i can afford my own bike i am looking to buy one. i was looking at a 2004 crf150f for $1500. i was thinking about buying it but my friend told me thats for smaller kids. i have not ridden for a long time.
i rode my friends bike about a month ago and got use to clutching. so now i am looking for a bike. i want a honda. Is a crf150f really to small for me? or should i look into a crf230f? im sure people will say just go with a crf250 but they are very spendy. what i am looking for is a bike that i can master clutching on (i drive a 5 speed car so it shouldnt be to hard) and that i wont be intimidated by like being scared that im going to get thrown off the back of it.
considering my size and riding experience which bike would be best for me?


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The only way to find the right bike for you is to actually inspect the bikes. First, sit on the bike. Do you feel comfortable on it? Make sure you aren't on your tippy toes when you are sitting on the bike with your feet on the ground. If your feet are flat on the ground, make sure your knees aren't extremely bent. Also, talk to the dealer. Let them help you find the right size.

What size dirt bike should a 4'10 tall kid ride thanking 85cc?




dillan m


anny more addvice becuse i am geting in to motocross raceing pretty soon so please tell me if i have any more addvice


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get on a kx 85! its a great starter bike and has some nice power! i used to have one, and i grew out of it now i got a bigger kx 100! its sweet. 85's are great for people who want to start racing too!




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what size bike to get my daughters?




erika c


i would like to get my daughters each a bike as a suprise for christmas. I was wondering if a 20 in bike is to small, should i go up to a 24in bike. One of my daughters is 10 and is about 59in or so. The other is 9 and about 55-56in. I am looking at 20in kids bikes (target, kmart, walmart) or a 24in mountain bike type. Thanks


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My daughter is small for her age (10.5 now & 52") and I bought her a 24" mountain bike last spring. Being an avid cyclist, I'm sure the bike is a very good fit. My other daughter is a small 8.5 year old & 47" tall and is still on a 20" for another year or two. So I will say both your girls should have 24" or, in the case of your oldest, a 26" may be needed in another year at most as she's almost 5' tall.

What type of bike(s) should I buy?




max3333


I have a 8 year old son who wants a "mountain bike" for his birthday. I would like to purchase a pair of bikes for myself and him to use. I have 15 acres of property that I would like to use these bikes on. It is mostly flat grassland but there is rough terrain and some 10 to 15-foot hills to ride over. These bikes will not be used on the street. Any suggestions on what type and brand of bikes for beginners(adult and kid)that can be purchased reasonably? For occasional use that can take a beating? Thanks for any suggestions.


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For this terrain, one would suggest a "Double Boinger" or in other words, a full suspension mountain bike.

These can be quite expensive, so one may substitute a "regular" mountain bike, also called a hardtail. These have front shocks and no rear suspension, and they cost a lot less.
Make up the difference by using a springer saddle or a suspension seatpost. Either seatpost or springer saddle will cost about $20 each bike, so this method is far less expensive than a "Double Boinger" style.

At the $20 price range, the springer saddle is more reliable technology, and they were once considered a "required" part of the enjoyment of cycling. Bike shops have quite a variety and so does www.bikepartsusa.com and amazon.com. Avoid the "Web Spring" or "Mattress" variety and just go with the easy and simple two steel spring or two rubber spring sort to get some very enjoyable results.

While it is best to purchase your bikes from a real bike store, Schwinn and Diamondback will always give you usable quality bikes with name brand components at every price point. So, if you get a very cheap bike, do make sure it is one of those two brands. These can be found at Target in a limited selection of size ranges, but if you're taller than 5'10" then its off to the bike store with you. ;)
Lower priced options exist, but will cost you a great deal in repairs and lost enjoyment.

IMPORTANT: The point of sizing is to get a bike that makes you WANT to go cycling. Don't settle for less than that.

IMPORTANT: In any case, make certain that the rear derailer has the name "Shimano" or the name "SRAM" printed directly on it.

For your son. Get him as large a bike as he can stand over with at least an inch "clearance" to the top tube. It is not important if he can reach the ground from the seat, as that's not correct seat adjustment anyway--legs need to straighten fully when pedaling. Just make sure that he can stand over it and that it doesn't look like a toy.

For you, the same sizing applies, but for a different reason. Make sure that the bike is large enough to give you a comfortable reach for the handlebars.

While it is possible to re-size (UP) the $139 Schwinn mountain bike, the cost of the stem riser adapter and stronger seat post, plus installation, may inflate the price of the bike up to a bike-store-bike price, and you might as well just get the right size to start with. That's why I said that if you're over 5'10" then you really do need to go to the bike store. A Diamondback, Raliegh, or Schwinn dealer can still get you a good price.




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What can I put my kid in while I walk?

Q. I have a four year old who is 40 lbs, and 4 ft. tall. She's too big for a stroller (even the bike trailer kinds - her legs are too long), but she's too young to walk WITH me when I go for my morning walks, which are getting increasingly longer (almost 4 km now).

Any suggestions of what I can use to "carry" her in so that I can keep up my walks?

Thanks!


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I know, you need a kids push bike with the parent handle!... like these....
http://www.toysrus.co.uk/medias/sys_master/8610235792180496.jpg

She'll learn to ride it that way but you can still push her if and when she gets tired.

If you like bike riding yourself, and its great exercise and bum/thigh toning!..you could get one of these....
http://blogs.smarter.com/blogs/guests/bike-trailer.jpg
my friend bought one at Target - the bike and trailer

Is there a kids' bike that is not made in China?




lineymommy


I have made the decision to stop buying products made in China. However I have a 5 year old who is expecting a bike from Santa this year. Can anyone point me in the direction of bikes not made in China?


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Here is the problem...

Yes, it is easy enough to buy a frame built in the US or the UK. It'll be expensive but it is possible. You can even source spokes (DT) and hubs (Edco) from Switzerland, at a price. Purchasing an Italian (San Marcos) or British (Brooks) saddle should pose little problem, and a rear coaster brake from Germany (Rohloff) should be possible as well. There are also some US makers of stems and seatposts (Columbine, Funn), and you can get French tires (Michelin or Hutchinson). Rims, tubes, handgrips, and pedals might be tougherto do but I am pretty confident that our British, French, or Italian friends may be able to help.

Here is the hard part to swallow. It will likely cost in excess of $5000USD (2500GBP) to build the bike, and probably take about a year.

Trying to source a non-Asian bike is commendable and noble, but is something that is- if not impossible- very expensive.

Here is another option before you lose your ambition, it is what I did for my daughters- look for collector quality vintage Schwinns. These are 100% US made (prior to 1977) and are often available for less than a few hundred dollars. One of the models that are fairly easy to find is the Pixie. They are "convertible" bikes for boys or girls. My daughters, now 20 and 23, loved their vintage bikes and still have them to this day... I expect that their kids will one day ride the same bikes.

Other brands you might want to look for are Iverson (US), Tyler (US), Executive (Germany), President (Poland), and AMF/Roadmaster (US).

Good luck!




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Which company makes a road bike for kids.?

Q. My son is 5 years old and want's to get a road bike like mine so we can ride together. I have a trek 2300c but i have not been able to find a road bike small enough for my son, who is 3'10'' tall.
He has 4 bikes already mountain, red line bmx, gt freestyle, gary fisher cruiser.


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here you go:

http://www.roadbikereview.com/cat/latest-bikes/kids-bike/PLS_5678_913crx.aspx

I raced our state age group champs this May, was amazed at how many kids showed up, with high end kid-size road bikes, in full top-level clothing, and they were fit and reasonably fast. I'm talking about 8 years all the way up to 15+.

16 year old kid getting first road bike.?







im turning 16 in about a month and was looking into getting a street bike. I have been riding dirt bike for a little over 3 years now and have ridden a street bike once. i am debating on getting either an R6, GSX-R750 or an R1. everyone i know that has had a 600cc sold it within 2 years for a bigger bike. i dont kno what to do. Most likely i will get it brand new.(no i am not a spoiled rotten little kid either im paying for it my self). and im not the type of kid to stunt the bike either. im very aware of the dangers of riding. So can you help me out... 600cc bike or go all out and get the 1000cc bike?


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Read the below articles. If you still think you want a sports bike you're just another idiot who gets to much bike to fast.

Sorry man, it's the truth. If you are serious about riding you will take the time to acquire the skill needed. You don't have that skill yet. If you think you do it goes to show you don't know what you don't know.




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