Best Kids Bikes (Special Gift ): 2014-06-15

Saturday, June 21, 2014

How to choose a mountain bike?

I'm a 22 year old female. I am 5'2 and I weight 100 lbs.

I've had the same junior kid's bike for 9 years and I use it so much. I think it's about time I spend the money to upgrade, and to also get the right size. When I sit on my bike now my feet can sit flat on the ground comfortably. I thought because I am so small the kid's bike was ok but researching now I see I was all wrong.

How do I choose the right size of bike? What should I look for in a good mountain bike?

I like the look of this one http://www.sportchek.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=12472344&cp=3733354.3767828.3767829.3758104 .... Any suggestions?
Oh but it needs gears.

Answer
There's an entire article from R.E.I. on-line. "How to Choose a Mountain Bike" http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/mountain-bike.html

It's got 99% of the info you need. The other one percent? See your local bicycle shop. NOT Sport Check...see a REAL bicycle shop.

Which is the best bike?

Fresh Pisu

So my child really wants a bigger bike. He is growing out of it and everytime he pedals, he hits the handle which turns into a bruise.

It's nearly his birthday now so it's going to be a good fit. He currently has a BMX bike. We go for a family cycle everyday. The track is mostly paved but there are bumps and gravel as well (hardly but I guess that counts). He is pretty flexible so a little bend on the back is okay. We go cycling for about 45 minutes but I'm not sure if that's considered a high or low distance. Speed is not a factor but he wants a speedy one I guess. But a fast one will be great. A gear will also be great since we go up a slightly steep pavement.

We have been looking online for Bikes on sale and found Mountain, Road, Hybrid and more for kids. We have been making targets for a few. We have considered the price and since it's his birthday, I won't care how pricy it is. There are also a few more bikes which I can't name in English.

We live in Thailand and cycling is very popular here and most bikes are good in deal. So we are likely getting a Hybrid. Fast, light, paved and non- paved surfaces, comfy position, long distances.

Also, it would be great if you can help me recognise these bikes.

What type are the first three?

http://la-bicycle.com/2012/131.html

Thanks!

Answer
First - read what's on this link - "How to Choose a Bicycle" - http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bicycle.html

Next - see your independent, authorized, knowledgeable, friendly, local bicycle shop(s). Have your son extensively test ride a few. The one that rides & feels the "best" to him - buy it.

There is no "best" bike for everyone. "Best" is in the eye (and the ride) of the beholder. The one that would be the "worst" is one of those cheap full suspension bikes. Stay away!

Is this a good DIRT BIKE???(see link)?

unknown

http://www.xtreme-toyz.com/dirtbikes/xt146.html

All I need it for is trail riding so I can ride it around my aunts farm. I'm not going to race or anything. It's just for fun. So is this a good dirt bike and for a good price? And is it small? Because I'm pretty short so I need a youth size dirt bike. I can't spend more then $1000.

Here are the other ones if you wanna check them out

http://www.xtreme-toyz.com/dirtbikes.html

Answer
It will be like most any other Chinese bike. It will work for a while, then it will break, then you will realize you cannot find parts, and then you'll understand why it was so much cheaper than a Japanese bike. You could get a used Honda CRF100 that would out perform that bike and last forever, rather than several months.

yamaha 50cc youth dirt bike?

gargoyle

My son has a yamaha 50cc youth dirt bike. One day while he was riding the gas got stuck wide open. I tried to fix it but no luck. ANY SUGGESTIONS????

Answer
Find where the throttle cable joins the carb. twist the throttle. does the other end of cable move ? if it doesn't you have a broken or jammed cable. If it does, does the arm return when you let go of the throttle . If not, is there a return spring attached This spring is what makes the throttle close again these often break or come loose. If not one of these the problem is inside the carb.

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?

Answer
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.

are their fixed gear bikes out their for kids?

Riceikalz

I found this site called Islabikes they make fixed gear bikes for kids. but they are located in the U.K. http://www.islabikes.co.uk/bike_pages/reis.html I was wondering if they make them in the U.S.

Answer
call up islabikesusa and comes with too things a forum which they are talking about no alternitive in u,s, and that someone had tried to import to canada but price was double the price of bike in uk.
they were lamenting the fact that nothing in north america at that time.

Teching kid to bike. What is the easy way to teach biking for a 4 yr old.?

Saravanan

I find it quite dificullt to bend down and run holding the bike. There are acessories like push bar for trike, is there any thing like that for bike. For example http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/sm-kettler-push-bar-tricycle-accessory--pi-1438946.html is useful for a trike, will the same fit for a kettler bingo 12' bike?

Answer
Does your 4 year old have trainer wheels on? If so, adjust them all the way up so they are not in contact with the ground all the time. I did this for my 4 1/2 year old and he has great balance now so, he COULD ride on 2 but, he still has the security of 4 if he starts to go over. I have taught him the skills he needs to be able to ride his bike properly with the 4 wheels in place so, he's gonna be good to go when I take them off.

If on 2 wheels only, walk behind them and just stabilize them with your hards on their shoulders. Once you feel they've got their balance, let them go without telling them. Bike riding 101 states you WILL fall but, that's the best way to learn, as long as they get back on and they are wearing the appropriate protection.

Best of luck!

What are balance bikes? Are they good for 3 1/2 year olds? Do they need training wheels?

KRISTIN

My daughter has outgrown her barbie, plastic tricycle from Walmart. I'm trying to find her a new bike-we like one at Walmart (Princess), but I just saw balance bikes at toysrus.com and was wondering what they are.

Are hand brakes better then foot brakes for her age?

Would a balance bike be better for a girl her age (3 1/2)?

Do balance bikes need training wheels?

Are there any bikes you personally loved for your kids that you could reccomend within my price range-I'm willing to spend $80 just on the bike because I also have to get a helmet, pads, and I promised her a horn and basket (if the bike doesn't come with one). She loves pink but theme isn't a big deal and other colors are fine if she doesn't mind. Its her bike so I'm trying to make her very happy with it-she loves the one at Walmart, but I'm trying to shop around and be smart about this. It has a foot brake, training wheels, and is adorable and perfect for her size (she's tall for a 3 year old). But any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks so much-this is my first time buying her a real bike and I'm afraid to pick the wrong one:(

Oh, is this the wrong category for this question?

Answer
Balance bikes have no pedals at all--they teach your child to build up speed with their legs and then lift them to balance. The thought behind them is to balance so that your children never learn to rely on training wheels at all.
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/186-9456430-9274351?asin=B001AIONOU&AFID=Performics_Google%20Product%20Listing%20Ads&LNM=Primary&ref=tgt_adv_XASD0001

At 3 1/2, she is WAY too small for hand brakes--she does not have the coordination to understand how to use them and would end up crashing into things. She needs foot brakes if you get a bike with pedals. I don't think they even make bikes with hand brakes for her sized child.
http://www.target.com/Girls-Mongoose-Bubble-Sidewalk-Bike/dp/B002TQYWVG/ref=br_1_15?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=1&searchView=grid5&searchNodeID=16259291&node=16259291&sr=1-15&searchRank=price&searchPage=1&searchSize=30&id=Girls%20Mongoose%20Bubble%20Sidewalk%20Bike&qid=

EDIT: I missed the part where you said she's tall. The Mongoose bike is a 12 inch. The Toys R Us website has 16 inch bikes. I'd bring her to the store and have her sit on a 12 inch bike and a 16 inch bike and see which one fits her better. I'd be inclined to say that the 12 inch would work, but you don't want to get it home and have it only work for 6 mos. You want it to last a little while. You also want to have them assemble the bike for you-- assembling bikes is a huge pain in the butt--trust me...

Best place for 16 year old to work In Toronto Canada?

Mark D

What is a good place to work at 16 near duffren and steeles in Toronto. Thanks.

Answer
Hey Mark D:

It depends what you want to do. If it's a part time job for the summer, you can't be too choosey once June is here. Many employers hire for summer jobs in February.No kidding. If you want one of the whipper snipper-grass cutting jobs with the city for example, check out their website in Jan-Feb 2011.

My suggestion is pick a place you want to work and keep knocking at their door. Let them know you are interested. If there is a decent restaurant nearby, the job of a "busboy" isn't too glamorous, but often the tips are shared between the servers, hostess and bussers. If you want to work in construction, find a job site and talk with somebody. Roofing? Avenue Road Roofing is advertising how busy they are. Call them up. Ask around. Talk with people, your neighbours, parents friends...

A lot of employers open doors to people your age. Pick what you want to do and what will look good on a resume someday or a job that may continue part-time through the school season.
The best part-time job is within walking or biking distance from home.
Good luck.

questions about an ice cream bike?

jboyle1982

I have two questions for everyone.

1-does anyone know where to get a licence for an ice cream bike in toronto, ontario
2-does anyone have any ideas on how to turn it into a year round business?

I know I cannot sell ice cream in the winter but I was thinking of trying coffee or hot chocolate or cookies or something. Please do not mention that people can go to the store for this stuff cheap as I am not like most businesses...I will not be undercut, My prices are lower than most.

Answer
IN order to do that you must have a business license, issued by the Province of Ontario, plus a City of Toronto food vendor license, and your cart has to met the Health Department standards, plus YOU have to have a medical exam, to be a food server.

In addition to do that, you cannot sell in city parks, or on a sidewalk, and you must have a way to wash YOUR hands, with hot water.

Now for the practical side.........who are you going to get your supplies from ? You will need to have an Ontario Sales Tax exemption number, to be able to buy at the wholesalers, at wholesale prices. You will need a HST registration number and collect HST and PST on all your sales. You will need a liability insurance policy of at least one million dollars, to satisfy the city by law regulations for a food vendor permit.

Finally, why would you think that you, as a sole operator can compete with Timmies or Starbucks ?

How are you going to make fresh coffee, on the street?

Those kids that you see peddling ice cream bikes don't own them. They are working for a ice cream compnay, who makes ice cream. The kids get a small commission on each item sold. If they make $10 a day, they are doing good. Its a dead end job. The company has all of ther things that I mentioned above. The kids just do the work, while the company makes the money. Some of those bikes are 20 years old, and they get put out every summer.

You can make more actual money collecting scrap metal, or buying scrap cars and stripping out the copper, aluminium and steel, then selling the left over frame to the junk yard for the weight. One small old car can make you $500, if you get it for 100.

Jim B.

Toronto.

Are pocket bikes for kids?

coolcoaste

i want one and my parents arent really on my side

Answer
Pocket bikes are toys.
If you think toys are for kids, the answer is yes.

Best BMX bike for small kids?

Ozean Okea

My son just turn 4, he has a Strider bike that he loves and fully controls but it's time to get him one with pedals. I want something lightweight and good to do tricks at the skate park because that's what he likes and wants to do, but everything in retail shops is heavy and bad quality. What brand would you recommend for a kid that is starting?

Answer
Regrettably, you really can't size a bike by age... kids come in all shapes and sizes.

If you are looking for a quality bike with 16" wheels you may as well forget it. Manufacturers make the assumption that the bike will be ridden for no more than a year until the child grows out of it... BUT, if you don't mind spending the money you could have one built for you. A frame and fork would cost about $800-1500, and a build kit would have to be pieced together which would cost about the same. There are VERY few light/ high grade small bike parts so any adult sized parts would have to be modified one way or another.

If 2 or 3 grand is more than what you want to spend I suggest that you visit a Diamondback dealer. They do a reasonably good job with their kids bikes and you may be able to get away with around $150.

Buying a new Bike....new rider?

Smudge

I have ridden before, plenty of times but scramblers and dirt bikes. (13 years back) I have since ben into my cars and have only admired the bikes. I have been meaning to actually get my licence for YEARS but one kid, 2 kids, house and job and im here now asking questions.
I am going to take my test within the month, assuming I pass Im not sure whether to buy new or used. forget possibly dropping it.
I intend to learn the bike, how to ride efficient, how to take corners, at what speed and angle, the bounderies etc etc, basically be intelligent an not injure or kill myself.....I am not going to keep up and play with "the big boys" on a sunny day until I can ride properly, I wont even attempt to until Im as comfortable riding as I am driving.

I am looking to working upto an SP1, blue.....my mate has one and it is MINT..

however, I need a more forgiving bike, Im going to get a 600 I think, but Im not sure I trust buying used.....? I need the advice of expierienced riders......I know\think I would feel much more relaxed and comfortable on a new.....I am thinking a Ninja ( in Blue (are you getting the picture, im buying a blue (ninja\sp blue) bike).

Anyway, I think you get my drift......any guidance guys & gals??? on bikes and new or used.......

cheers
J

Answer
Buy something used and inexpensive for a starter bike.

Look for something old but not too old. You don't want something so old that it is a junker, but not something so new that you'll feel bad if you lay it down.

Look for something in the 500 - 800 CC engine size. This will be powerful enough so you don't get bored too soon, but not so fast that you will be afraid of it.

Look for a standard or cruiser bike for your first bike. They are more forgiving and usually have less power than a sport bike with the same size engine. Although cruisers are heavier than other bikes they have the lowest center of gravity and are easy to balance considering their weight. Stay away from the sport bikes for your first bike as they require more skill. Going with a sport bike for your first bike is like getting a Formula 1 race car for your first car, not a good idea. Also used sport bikes tend to be more abused.

Consider the fit of the motorcycle. People come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. So do motorcycles. When selecting a motorcycle consider how well it fits your body. Ask yourself how well you can put both feet flat on the ground. Ask yourself how well the seating position feels. Do you have to reach too far to the handlebars? Riding hunched over can get uncomfortable very fast. Is the foot peg location comfortable? Does the bike feel too big or too small? An uncomfortable motorcycle won't be much fun to ride for any amount of distance. However, a bike that fits you well will be lots of fun.

Avoid buying over the Internet. I would never buy a motorcycle site unseen. You could very easily end up paying too much for junk. Always do a visual inspection and test ride before buying a motorcycle. When you go to look at the bike, bring a helmet. If you do not have your motorcycle license yet, bring a friend with a motorcycle license and 2 helmets.

Watch the classified section of your local news paper. Some locations have shopper magazines with used motorcycles in your area. Reasonably priced used bikes are out there. Be patient. Don't buy too quickly, but if you find one you like, buy it right away. If you find a good starter bike, don't hesitate as they can sell quickly.

Don't get hung up on any particular brand. All of the name brands are about the same. Pay more attention to the bike's condition. If any one brand were really superior to all other brands, this would be the only brand bike on the road. In addition, if any brand bike was really inferior to the other brands, nobody would buy them and the company would be out of business.

Learn on this bike. Make your mistakes on it. You will make mistakes. Nearly all new riders will lay their bike on its side at least once. Would you rather make your mistakes on an older bike or your nice shiny expensive new bike?

The most important thing you should do when getting your first bike is to take a motorcycle safety course.

After you have been riding a while and gain some experience, you can sell your starter bike and get the one you want. If maintained properly and not abused, you won't lose too much money on your starter bike. Put the money from the sale towards the bike you really want. By this time, you will have figured out what style bike best suits your riding style and needs.

If you settle on a sport bike for your next bike, avoid the used ones. Young riders think they are racers on racing bikes and tend to beat the crap out of them so they are likely to be more abused. So if considering a sport bike, consider something new.

I know I used variations of this answer before. However, I feel this is good advice.

Use your head while riding. Remember, Stupid Hurts.

Have fun - Ride safe

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Ninja Zx6r a good starter bike?

James

I currently ride a Rieju rs2 50cc, But when i turn 17 im looking into getting a bigger bike.

I know it has to be restricted to 33bhp but its a good bike for when I am old enough to remove it. Is the Ninja Zx6r a good beginner bike? Or a good bike for my next bike? Im stuck between a ninja 650r and a ZX6-R

Answer
If it is restricted, maybe, if not restricted, then it is good for an organ donor. You and 1.5 million other kids think they can handle a supersport right off, and you will get a bunch of squids on here telling you that you can do it because they have a similar bike and learned on it, all of less than 10,000 miles worth and are now experienced, great riders. Riiiiiight, more squids that think they can ride anything and live, makes me laugh. All these Ben Bostrom wannabes don't have enough miles experience to realize they haven't seen, and survived many things that happen and are on then road. Oh yeah, it is easy to go fast in a straight line with little or no traffic on a bright sunny day and then think you actually have great skills, any squid can do that. But when there is crud on the road all of a sudden, or a truck jerks out 10 feet in front of you, most of those squidly riders who can do 185 in a straight line then end up as a bumper accessory.

The bike you want is a supersport racing bike, make no mistake about it, you can get on and do close to what the AMA 600s are doing. Being young and full of life, sometimes you don't think things through and think you won't get hurt or killed. I used to think that too. The problem is you, and the other boy wonder jockeys on here don't have the experience, can and do at times panic when the crud hits the fan, and will sometimes grab throttle when you want to grab brake. Happens all the time, dead.

No, I don't ride like an old person, I have been riding over 26 years in LA traffic, mountains, desert, woods, I have 7 street bikes currently and I ride like a Hooligan most times. power wheelies, racing, doing triple digits regularly on the Freeways, and like it. But, I have been through the wrecks, I have the scars to prove it and each time I throw a leg over I know it can be the last time, but I am good, my skills have been honed over years of riding and I have no fear of death. I can say I am a MUCH better rider now than I was at age 24, and I see things differently, traffic patterns etc. and I don't panic when the crud hits the fan, I know what to do to get out of those situations. You and the other boy wonders don't, as such you don't need a machine that will get you into those situations and is not very forgiving of mistakes. The bike you want is a precise handling machine, it does not suffer fools, nor does it put up with mistakes, like a more stable with less power and more weight bike would.

Get a 250 or 400 and give yourself a chance to get experience before going to a beast, a full on race bike.

I learned on a 400, got into my worst wreck on a ZX900 Ninja with a stage 3 jet kit and Yoshi pipe due to lack of experience. And now have a fleet of bikes, some more powerful and faster than that ZX900 I had, and I ride hard. My smallest road bike is a highly modified 700, even my dirt bike is a 530cc.

I don't care if you take my advice or one of the inexperienced wonder boy's who posted on here already, I don't need any new friends nor any other riders out on the road, but what I wrote can save the life of a wise kid who wants to grow up to be an old experienced rider some day.

bikes????????????

zach

k so i had a bmx bike as first bike... then i got mountain bike 5 years ago... and like i love to make dirt ramps with my friends.. i need to get a new bike but i want to still do jumps but i also like mountain biking.... and my bike right now doesnt jump good... see video on myspace... "zach falling...dumbass" that why i say it no good at jumps.... it too heavy ... thanks for help....
i like haros but the brakes arent that good... what else is good??
the video is not there sry... my friend taped it with his phone and said he put it there but it not sry

Answer
i've rode bmx for 7 years, and i never really like mountain bikes until i rode a santa cruz chameleon. i bought mine almost as soon as i rode it! it's a mountain bike that rides just like a bmx bike for bunny hopping, hitting jumps, whatever you would want to do on a bmx.(except grind, of course) but they're expensive to build up, and probably $700-$1000 at least, to find a good used one.

if you're not working with a bunch of money, i'd definitely look into a specialized p2... they ride very similar to the chameleon, but they're heavy! i think they're around $700 brand new. an '07 or '06 model would be an even better deal. if you can find an '06 specialized p3 get it!!! it's just as sweet as the chameleon, super light, and probably just as much as a brand new p2. i also see a lot of kids riding the giant stp. i don't know anything about those though...

good luck in your bike search!!!

How much does a motocross bike cost?

Preeti D

Answer
it depends ir u buy a brand new bike, or a second hand bike!
then are u buy a 2 or a 4 stroke bike!

Brand New Prices (4 stroke/"thumpers)
50cc 4 stroke bikes will run u a good 500$-$1000
80-85 4 strokes bike run $1200-$2500
100cc- 4 strokes will run $2500-$3200
250cc-950cc 4 strokes will run $5000-$15000

Nrand New Prices (2 stroke)
50cc 2 stroke (or pit bikes) run $2500-$3000
80-85cc 2 stroke run $2000-$3500
125cc 2 stroke run $3500-$5000
250cc run anyware from $4500-$7000

second hand bikes:

80cc-85cc 4 strokes $500-$1200
100cc-125cc 4 strokes $1000-$1500
250cc-950cc 4 stroke $2500-$9000

80cc-85cc 2 stroke $1200-$2500
125cc-250cc 2 stroke $1200-$2500

Now my recommendations for begginers at the ages of 5-7 is to buy a 50cc bike or a PW-80 these are great bikes, however i prefer the Pw-80 cause it has more power & is a great learning bike! reccomend 4 stroke bikes [however the PW-80 isn't a 4 stroke but, i still recommend it!] by these bike cheap second hand so that if its destroyed u won't have to pay affortune buying then fixing it!

Next u run urself into 80-100cc bikes I again reccomend 4 strokes start with a cheap & old XR-80 or a TTR-100! these cost next to nothing! cause remember if its old & cheap & ur kid destroys it @ least u didn't spend a fortune on it!
ages 8-12! best suttend [optional]

now that ur kid is confident in his abilities & wants to go faster here is were the big racer bikes come in! 2STROKES! these are the fasters & powerful bikes on the market! their also light! buy him a second hand 80-85cc 2 stroke bike! these cost about $1000-$1500!

*Honda are the least tempremental & are the strongest!
*Yamahas are the fastest & give a little trouble!
*Suzuki has the best frame [this is what i ride & they are great] they arn't really temprimental!
*Kawasakis are the slowest of the bunch & but a little less tempremental then the Suzuki!

When Starting out on these 2 stroke bikes u must remember to keep the revulations up that means & lower speeds lower gears!
the lower the gear the better the straktion but higher revs! after about 30min on a track with consecutive gear changes u will start to feel the revs in ur hands & it may numb them! but don't worry the feeling will go away it only means ur body isn't used to the revs yet!

Now when u grow out of that bike sell it & get ur self a 125cc 2 stroke these are much faster then the 80-85cc but arn't to much power!

i currently ride a [race stock] Rm-85cc L [L means big wheel, it only means it has more power then the standard version, yamaha, honda & kawasaki all have the same equivilant!] & i tried my freinds dads YZ-250cc & beleive me the bike is to powerful for a 14-15 year old kid!
Plus the majority of the tracks around the country are standard 125cc tracks which means even thou 250cc bikes ride them it only means that they can do every thing cleanly all beacuse they have all the more power for the track!

250cc 2stroke bikes have a lot of power & most of the tracks around the nation are geared for 125cc bikes so its nice to have a 250cc bike but let ur kid get used to the poower or a 125cc first! otherwise it isn't to much fun!
same rules applie for the 250cc as they do for 125cc or 80-95cc
honda is the stronges
yamaha is the fastes
suzuki has the best springs
& kawasaki is generally the slowers of the bunch but a good all around bike! (however i hear its the best 125cc bike [good to keep in mind]!)

But 1 more thing about motocross that i havn't mendtioned yet!
4Strokes have a little thing called a thumper!
these are generlly a 125cc-450cc 4stroke bike!
a thumper is a racing tearm that means the bike has a lot of power is loud (kinda like jet fighter) or the racing equivelant of a 2 stroke bike!
a 4 stroke class is set differnt from the 2stroke class!

see a 2stroke race is set up all 80/85 bikes race
125 race
& 250 race

well a 4 stroke is a heavier bike cause it has more sprigs batteries & more ussless execeries!

so u take lets say a 125cc 4 stroke vs a 85cc 2stroke!
now thats about the same power!

see a 4 stroke cc divided by 2 is the 2stroke equivelant
125/2 is a 80-85cc 2stoke equivilant
450/2is a 250cc 2stroke equivilant!

now when u compare the 2 bikes all around the 4 stroke has more power up against its same "class" 2 stroke copetitors & has a much faster power band which really helps in corners!
plus they can idle @ low revs while 2 strokes have to stay @ mostly higher revs!

so genneraly it all depends how u ride!
u want power get a 2 stroke!
u want to save money get a 2 stroke!

when i blow a engine on my Rm-85cc it cost me & my dad $85
for the standard 85cc piston [& 0-rings ect.] & about 40 min to fix the bike! the first time u change the piston it may take 1hour but u will eventually cut it down to 30-40min!

now the 125cc 4stroke equivellant! sure u can buy the piston..., & 0-rings & valves & 0-rings ect.
see the 4strokes have more moving parts making it more complicated & down right impossible to fix urself!
unless u are some macanic down & ur local motorcycle shop then don't even try fixing it!
these blow pistong may only come once every 2 years but guess what when they go they cost thousands of dollars to fix!

here are some more details on what u should buy to sutie ur kids needs!
have fun & happy trails.., either on the track or in a forest trail!

begginer motocross riders between the ages of 5-10 should start out with a little bike know as the PW-80!
this is a 2stroke Automatic bike [just let off the gas & swich gears..., no clutch involved] these bikes are great bigginers bikes & i started on 1!
they run from $800-$1000 second hand price
or about $1500-$2000 brand new
if u buy this bike second hand [which i highly recommend] & u give it some new decals & a pain job u will make a profit off it!

if u are still a begginner & are between the ages of 10-12 years old then buy a XR-80!
this is a Honda 4 stroke bike. yes it is may seem like the same cc as a PW-80, but it isn't it is a much bigger & a little more powerful bike!
if u are new to the motocross world or just got sold ur previas 50cc-pw-80 bike then this is the next step!
this bike is a 80cc 4 stroke [change gears with a clutch] and runs about $1000-$1500!
this again was my second bike!
with a new paint job, decals, & low amount of engine work u again will make a nice profit!

Now comes the next step were u need SPEED!
this is were u are feeling confident and speend, u wanna fly then get ur self a 80cc-85cc 2stroke racing bike!
CR-80/Cr-85 (Honda)
YZ-80/Yz-85 (Yamaha)
RM-80/RM85 (Suzuki)
KX-80/Kx-85 (Kawasaki)

now these are the primmary four 13-15 year old kids ride!
these bike can easly fly about 40-60 mph (60mph if u have all race engine)

these bike brand new run about $3000-$4000
or second hand $1000-$1500

the same brands for the 250cc

Friday, June 20, 2014

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.

Answer
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.

Kona Stinky full suspention mountain bike under $600?

i really want a Kona Stinky full suspention mountain bike!!! i need it under $600! i really want 1 by christmas! is there anyone out there that know where i can get 1 or that has 1 that can put on ebay or craigslist and send me the link! THANKSSSSS
i know alot of people think that it is better to have hardtail but i do alot of jumps and i need a full suspention!
oh and whem i do get 1 is there anyway to get the suspention any better? THANKS EVERYBODY!

(would be nice 2 see a picture of it before i buy it!)
i dont have very mant details about it but heres a pic of which 1 i want https://www.skikirkwood.com/e-commerce/Images/lg/20495.jpg

if u find 1 like this in my price rang let me know!

oh and i want 1 a little bigger that 21'
http://www.konabikes.co.uk/2008/stinky/2008-stinky-big.jpg
i want an XXL 17" frame and full suspention! heres a pic of the design i want "2008 Kona Stinky AIr"

Answer
On ebay, you'll want to be careful buying a bike like that. If you're looking for a Stinky for $600, that's going to be a "well used" bike. You're better off checking out sites like pinkbike or mtbr and searching their buy/sell forums to get a bike from someone on there imo.

As for making the suspension better... what do you mean exactly? You havent even ridden the bike yet... or bought it for that matter. You have no idea what shock is coming on the bike... If you're really concerned with "better" suspension, the Stinky may not be the bike for you. They're very basic suspension designs, they call it a faux bar or a 'walking' four bar design but it's basically a single pivot with a linkage system to control shock actuation and leverage ratios. I actually own a Stinky Supreme (http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/3605003/) and they're loads of fun with very rider friendly geometry and they feel good at speed but they arent exactly what you'd call a high-tech suspension at all. Depending on what shock comes on the bike you get, about all you can do is upgrade the it... If you want a top knotch suspension system, you'll be much happier with VPP bikes like the Maestro equipped Giants or DW-Link, Delta Link, or Santa Cruz/Intense VPP.

Here's a link to a search of the Pinkbike buy/sell DH/FR bikes for 'stinky'...
http://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/list/?q=stinky&category=1&pmin=&pmax=&region=3

Edit- That's a Stinky 24... That's a Stinky with less travel and 24" tires; basically a downhill bike for kids that arent quite big enough for a 26" mountain bike yet. There's a nine year-old riping it up on one in this video here http://www.pinkbike.com/video/96658/

How old are you? Unless you're still pretty young I'd recommend going with a full size Stinky.

Please give me the name of kids movie.?

shompurna

I want to show many movies to my students .there age is average 12.Please give me the name of 10-how much movie you ,know plsssss
Thanks every one for answer

Answer
The Adventures of Robin Hood (Michael Curtiz/William Keighley, 1938, USA)
Au revoir les enfants (Louis Malle, 1987, France/W.Germany)
Back to the Future (Robert Zemeckis, 1985, USA)
Beauty and the Beast (Gary Trousdale/Kirk Wise, 1991, USA)
Bicycle Thieves (Vittorio De Sica, 1948, Italy)
Billy Elliot (Stephen Daldry, 2000, UK/France)
A Day at the Races (Sam Wood, 1937, USA)
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Steven Spielberg, 1982, USA)
Edward Scissorhands (Tim Burton, 1990, USA)
Etre et Avoir (Nicolas Philibert, 2002, France)
Finding Nemo (Andrew Stanton/Lee Unkrich, 2003, USA)
It's a Wonderful Life (Frank Capra, 1946, USA)
Jason and the Argonauts (Don Chaffey, 1963, UK/USA)
Kes (Ken Loach, 1969, UK)
The Kid (Charles Chaplin, 1921, USA)
King Kong (Merian C.Cooper/Ernest B.Schoedsack, 1933, USA)
Kirikou et la sorciÃ¨re (Michel Ocelot, 1998, France/Belgium/Luxembourg)
La Belle et la bÃªte (Jean Cocteau, 1946, France / Luxembourg)
Le Voyage dans la lune (Georges Melies, 1902, France)
Les Quatre cents coups (Francois Truffaut, 1959, France)
Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (Jacques Tati, 1953, France)
My Life as a Dog (Lasse Halstrom, 1985, Sweden)
My Neighbour Totoro (Hayao Miyazaki, 1988, Japan/USA)
The Night of the Hunter (Charles Laughton, 1955, USA)
Oliver Twist (David Lean, 1948, UK)
The Outsiders (Francis Ford Coppola, 1983, USA)
Pather Panchali (Satyajit Ray, 1955, India)
Playtime (Jacques Tati, 1967, France/Italy)
The Princess Bride (Rob Reiner, 1987, USA)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (Phillip Noyce, 2002, Australia)
Raiders of the Lost Ark (Steven Spielberg, 1981, USA)
The Railway Children (Lionel Jeffries, 1970, UK)
The Red Balloon (Albert Lamorisse, 1956, France)
Romeo + Juliet (Baz Luhrman, 1996, USA)
The Secret Garden (Agnieszka Holland, 1993, UK/USA)
Show Me Love (Lukas Moodysson, 1998, Sweden/Denmark)
Singin' in the Rain (Stanley Donen/Gene Kelly, 1952, USA)
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Disney, 1937, USA)
Some Like it Hot (Billy Wilder, 1959, USA)
The Spirit of the Beehive (Victor Erice, 1973, Spain)
Spirited Away (Hayao Miyazaki, 2001, Japan)
Star Wars (George Lucas, 1977, USA)
To Kill a Mockingbird (Robert Mulligan, 1962, USA)
Toy Story (John Lasseter, 1995, USA)
Walkabout (Nicholas Roeg, 1971, UK)
Whale Rider (Niki Caro, 2002, New Zealand)
Where is the Friend's House? (Abbas Kiarostami, 1987, Iran)
Whistle Down the Wind (Bryan Forbes, 1961, UK)
The White Balloon (Jafar Panahi, 1995, Iran)
The Wizard of Oz (Victor Fleming, 1939, USA)

These are top 50 movies!

How can we contrl traffic in hyderabad(India)?

srilakshmi

Answer
I would think putting up signs might be a good start.
Just kidding, I'm sure you have enough of those.
I imgine what you meant to ask is how to manage the huge amounts of traffic that's going on? Well, you may need to draw some comparisons to cities with comparable densities (Hong Kong, Singapore, London, Shanghai) and try to make use of systems that have proven useful there. One solution may be to close certain streets down entirely for motorvehicles without a delivery permit, and encourage more bicycle traffic.

how can i get free electric bike manufacturer directory of Europe?

Tammy

this is my site,and i want to export to foreign,but i have no free electric bike manufacturer directory .
what i have in hand is totally out of useat all.
http://www.aurora-bike.com/products/ebike/EB03-26.html

Answer
http://www.ev-info.com/en/electric-bicycles-manufacturers.html

I think this site (link) will best suit your needs.
SHORT EXCERPT:

Quote:

".....The new Dutch bike brand Urban Arrow makes smart urban bikes. Our 1st electric transport bike is designed for families with young kids that want a green, affordable and time saving alternative for their city cars.

We re-invented the transport bike: a fresh design, composed out of light, safe and comfortable materials, equipped with
a powerful German made electric pedal assist and built with
A-branded components.

The modular frame makes it possible to attach a different front frame, resulting in a regular transport e-bike or in a 3 wheeled cargo e-bike.
Urban Arrow will be distributed and serviced via selected independent bike dealers.wwww.urbanarrow.com
....
Christina Bikes - NetherlandsGreen power

Christiania goes electric! De Green Power heeft een krachtige motor en een afneembare 9 Ah Lithium Ion accu op de bagagedrager. Dat is lekker licht fietsen! Nu in twee uitvoeringen, met lange en korte bak.www.christina.nl
....
Malaguti - ItalyMalaguti and the environment

The production of motor-vehicles offering design and performance combined with a reduced consumption and a lower environmental impact is among the main targets of Malaguti, always caring about the environmental issues.
On the threshold of the new millennium Malaguti was already one of the first companies worldwide to market an electric bicycle as well as conceive and create an electric scooter, in order to offer effective solutions for both the urban commuting needs and the pollution issues.

In fact, in the year 2000 two brand-new products were introduced: CIAK Electric Power, a zero-emission electric scooter, and Pedalight, an electrically assisted bicycle, two different ways to offer an alternative urban mobility solution.

By now environmental sustainability is essential for a product to be successful.

The consciousness that our planet needs our moral and active engagement found fertile ground at Malaguti especially with regard to engines, with the introduction of alternative dual drive vehicles.

In November 2008 Malaguti presented at EICMA (International Bicycle and Motorcycle Exhibition) its first prototype of a scooter with HYBRID ENGINE. ...."

Which bike carrier rack would you recommend?

OOO! I kno

To transport 4 bikes attached to a minivan.

Answer
Your local bike shop and/or REI store are great places to go for a rack. They should be able to explain all the ins and outs of how to carry your particular bikes on any given rack system.

In addition to what Paul M says, you may want to consider the following.

Hitch racks largely hold the bikes behind the vehicle out of the airstream. Thus, you might get slightly better milage with a hitch rack. Carefully, examine how the rack holds your bike, though. Some allow easy mounting of bikes and hold securely. Others are kind of tough to use. If you need to get into the back of the van while the bikes are on the rack, make sure it will fold down, but don't expect it to be entirely out of the way. Yakima, Thule, Saris all make pretty good hitch racks.

Roof racks get the bike entirely out of the way of your rear door, but put them right into the air stream. This will knock several miles a gallon off your milage. Depending on how high your minivan is, and how tall you are, it may be tough to get the bikes on and off the roof. (You may need to carry a small stepping stool with you.) The good news is a variety of mounts are made to hold any and all types of bikes incredibly securely. Plus, as Paul M mentions, there are no end of options and attachements for roof rack systems. If you need a flexible cargo system, a roof rack is the way to go. Take a look at Yakima and Thule. Saris also makes nice mounts that will fit your Yak or Thule rack.

Trunk racks are the least expensive option, but are a huge pain to use. For one, they will tear up the paint on your bicycles as you get them off and on the rack. The straps will also tear up the paint on your car. Unless you get the straps incredibly tight, they will vibrate in the wind and make lots of noise.

Most trunk racks are made for 2 or 3 bikes. You may be able to find a 4 bike rack, but I've never actually seen or used one.

Most truck racks are made to accommodate adult sized road bikes. To get kids bikes, mountain bikes, etc. on a trunk rack requires a lot of creativity and coersion. Due to the weird positions you wind up hanging the bikes, the number of bikes you can get on the rack may be limited.

Forget about getting in and out of the back door of the van when you have the trunk rack mounted.

It might sound like I hate trunk racks and, in fact, I do. Nothing has eased my life like getting a roof rack. On occasion, though, I need to haul more bike than my roof rack will accommodate. Out comes the dreaded trunk rack and (in its own ugly fashion) it serves its purpose.

If you want a trunk rack, I'd go to your bike store (and/or REI) and take a look at the trunk racks they stock. Tell them what types of bikes you need to haul and carefully question if and how you can get 4 bikes on the rack. Buy only after making a careful decision.

Anyhow, I hope this helps with your decision.

What age are those toddler bikes for?

Duderoni

Answer
Are you talking about a 12 inch bike? A 12" bike are for ages 2-5, obvioulsy you will need to buy a set of training wheels.

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!

Answer
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.

kids mini chopper kit?

Chris

i want to find a full kit to build a mini kids chopper

Answer
They are a pain. Just get a mini bike and be done. they are more fun, and handle better anyway.

what are some good pocket/mini bikes?

Mike Leava

i am 5 foot 10 would a pocket bike like the Daytona Cagllari look weird? also im looking for a mini bike that is small but doesnt look stupid for a relatively low price. any suggestions? - i'd also like it to go at least 20-30 MPH
hey Bob A, SCREW YOU!!!! i didnt mean to you lil shit go suck a wang fat man

Answer
in my honest and humble opinion, any mini bike is going to look goofy unless your a little kid. even if your young, at 5 10 id recommend going with a scooter or moped. if theyre under 50cc you can ride it without a license in most states and still get up to 40 mph. You can get em via craiglsit for around $200 to 500. plus theyll have a lot higher resale value than a pocket bike..

beginner bmx bike freestyle/race?

Charlotte

i need a bike for bmx freestyle and racing all in one. how much and where

Answer
I would get a Felt. There light and they have great parts. It has the a good size sprocket so you can out race any kid on the track. I fould it easy to freestyle with. My bike was $600 but I found a good beginers bike for less than $300.
Here is the link: http://www.feltbmx.com/USA/DIRT-/DIRT-STREET-SERIES/VAULT.aspx

Can I use a BMX bike in a USA Cycling race?

Answer
Not if you plan on winning you cant....youre kidding right?! No matter how good you are or think you might be you stand no chance against a road bike racing....(assuming that this race is a road bike specific race of course)

Ninja Zx6r a good starter bike?

James

What should I get for a good starter dirt bike?

Jacob

This is gonna be my first dirt bike. I'm 14 and 5' 6" in a growth spurt. I've ridden four wheelers since I was little and I've decided to switch to dirtbikes. It's gonna mainly be used riding on trails, but the trails are wide and smooth and fast. I also might do some motocross racing but that's not gonna be the main purpose. So can someone help me here in deciding what I should do?

Answer
No offence but that Mxchick doesn't know what she's talking about, don't listen to her. You WILL want a Crf150r and if you can find a bigwheel version, go for it. It is perfect for your size and you can race multiple classes in Mx with it.

You will have lots of fun with it and not struggle to get on it like the 125 2 stroke MXCHICK recommended..Trust me, wait a year or two riding the Crf150r and then get a Crf250r. Skip the 125s, they are hard to ride on trails, they are tall and hard to get up on, and they lack power for the size of the bike, AND they will never keep up on an MX track with 4 strokes unless James Bubba Stewart is riding it..CRF150R is the way to go kid, Good Luck.

What would be the right size dirt bike for a 5'2 girl? ?

chloe

Answer
There are a couple of different option; if you don't mind puny little engines, you could ride a "kids" dirt bike or you could have the seat & suspension on an adult-size bike lowered (not really the done thing with dirt bikes, but you could) or possibly take a look at classic "thumper" type twin-shock dirt bikes from the 1970's and early 80's, some of them are quite low so you'll find it easier to get your feet on the ground; obviously they don't have the performance of modern bikes but they look cute and the 4-stroke 250s chug along quite happily where many faster, lightweight modern bikes struggle.

Would a Kawasaki Ninja 650 make a good first bike?

Answer
it all depends on how long you have been riding bikes. dirt bikes atvs ETC. my first street bike was a gpz 1100. but i have been riding since i was a kid. now that i am all old and broken i prefer a nice light 600 cc bike. so what i am saying is if you have experience on bikes yes a 650 would make a nice first street bike, lightweight easy to handle, a ninja is a good bike for a beginner. now for a word of caution a 650 will and can light it up they can move out just a quickly as the BIG cc bikes. so don't screw around especially on the streets. if you want to go fast gear up and hit your local racing facility. to many of my friends myself included have been hurt from screwing around on the streets, don't be a statistic. have fun and get out there and ride.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Good beginners dirt bike-Kid?

Jus1oftheb

I'm trying to help a friend out. His kid wants a dirt bike and with the holidays coming up he has started looking into it. His son is 10 y.o. and is about 5 ft. tall around 100lbs. (I'm sure about the age but the height and weight is my best guess) His father was talking about a PW80 but I was thinking that might be a little to small but I also think that a 125cc might be to much. he doesn't have any experience riding a motorized bike up until now he's just had a bicycle. I was thinking maybe a XR 100 or TT-R 90 or something like that. He's looking for a good used one. Just looking for suggestion on a good starter bike for a kid.
Thanks
I appreciate all the reply's. he is still looking but I'm sure that he'll find something in time for the holidays.

Answer
CRF100F, or a few years back it was a XR100, would be a good bike for him. it has a clutch but is very easy to ride if you think a 125 would be to much

a good starters dirt bike for the islands?

thinking about a 250 cc but all the locals have 100cc-135cc

Answer
honda crf 230... excellent bike... dont worry about the locals... trust me... i know...

missionary's kid... xD

should kids race dirt bike?

Trevor H

Answer
That would depend on what sort of commitment the parent is prepared to make in the sport. I know I sometimes wonder if we should have let our children get involved due to the cost and also the injuries. The sport is great fun and something for kids to do that doesn't involve staring at a computer screen for hours on end. But if your child ends up wanting to take the sport to a higher level then it becomes very expensive.
All the young children that I know of over the years that have been involved in the sport just love it. Some stay involved all their lives and others find other interests.
But as long as the right safety gear is used then there is no reason why small kids should not race. Some of them are more competitive than the adults.

would a 5 ft 2 kid fit on the 125cc Giovanni dirt bike?

bullrider6

Answer
seat hight is the key thing to look for, a 5' 2" person would be able to stand comfortably on a bike with a seat hight around 30" (depending on how much hight is in their legs) on a dirtbike, you can have a higher unloaded seat hight and still be ok because they have alot more shock travel and go down alot farther when you sit on them than street bikes do.

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

fastest road bike?

James

What is the fastest or best road bike for under $500?

Answer
Not the right wording on the question cause I can take a 100 dollar wallyworld bike and be faster than all the other people I ride with. Got 4 people who won't ride with me unless Im pulling my double bike trailer with my two kids in it. So I think you should ask

"What is the best road bike I can buy for under 500 bucks."

What size road bike should i have?

Dubbers

I am 5ft what size tires and frame should i have on a road bike ( at the moment i ride a 24" mtb but it is slightly small)

Answer
Mountain bikes don't come in 24" thats a kids bike. Just teasing =p

The size of a road bike is measured based on your inseam. Women tend to have long legs and short torsos and men are the opposite. Based on the information you provided it not possible to give you an answer - but Bob A thinks he can.

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??

Answer
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.

What size of bike??????

Jose R

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

Answer
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.

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

My first BMX bike?

camx94

Hey,
I just got my first BMX bike yesterday. Its a blue Mongoose Brawler....Now the person who sold me this is a 4 year BMX racing champion. He said this was more of a universal bike. Which means it can go on many things...other then dirt. I do say its maybe a little to heavy....which may be good because he told me if I get a heavy bike....then I can do anything on a light bike....Now I'm looking for both street and dirt....so I was wondering if this is a good enough bike to bring the the skatepark sometime....I'm trying to learn flatland tricks...such as the bunny hop....very hard...all I can do is basically lift up my front tire....

Anyways I was just asking if this is truely a good bike/universal for stuff like that.
Please be honest I can take anything...

Answer
well the kid was right, the bike you got is a universal bike...you can use it for trials, skatepark, street, but for flatland...the geometry is completely different on the frame...alot shorter and whatnot. i woudl say that you have a good starter bike. the first year that you ride you are building muscle and getting used to your bike. when i started i wasnt able to bunnyhop for awhile, now i can hop over garbage cans, jersey barriers, and fences! its all in your arms and legs. you pull up as hard as you can and then you level your arms out as you are sucking your legs up...try it for a good day or 2 and it will come to you. even taking you pegs off, cutting of an inch on your handle bars, cutting down your seat post are some ways you can lighten up yoor bike as well if you think its too heavy. i have actually bought parts that weigh lighter for myb ike and it weighs 21lbs...which is rather light. stick with it man...BMX is a long hard road to go down if you want to get good, but you have to stick with it....and once you start landing tricks it is one of the most rewarding feelings you can get...well to me at least. keep shreddin!

Where can I buy a bike seat cushion?

Dianna F

I would like to by a bike seat cushion for my kid he is 9 years old. His bike seat is hard. By the way what are gel sattles

Answer
"By the way what are gel sattles"? SADDLES, not sattles. When you ride a horse, do you sit on a seat or a saddle? Saddle - of course. SAME thing with bicycles. It's a SADDLE not a seat.

In fact - the best bicycle saddles are made by a company that started out making horse saddles...Brooks Leather! Copy & paste...

"In 1878, the unfortunate death of Mr Brooksâ horse led to a stroke of inspiration. Unable to afford another horse, he borrowed a bicycle in order to commute to work. He found the seat so uncomfortable that he vowed to do something about it. On 28 October 1882, Mr Brooks filed his first saddle patent. Waddling cyclists everywhere rejoiced and the new product was a roaring success."
http://www.brooksengland.com/

The "best" saddles have NO padding or gel whatsoever.
http://www.brooksengland.com/catalogue-and-shop/saddles/
The only thing needing support is the "sit bones". Wide cushioned and/or gel saddles do NOT work. They push all that padding or gel AWAY from the sit bones as soon as you sit on them. Then all that padding or gel flows to areas of soft tissue & blood vessels-squeezing them off - and causing MORE pain.

Quote, "When a cyclist finds a saddle uncomfortable, the first impulse is often to look for a soft one. This is often a mistake. Just as the softest mattress is not necessarily the most comfortable to sleep on, the softest saddle is not the most comfortable to cycle on."
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/saddles.html

best family neighbourhood near burnaby?

Bender

I am thinking of making the move to British Columbia from Ontario. I would be working in hi tech in Burnaby and want to know of a family orientated and safe neighbourhood with good schools.

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I lived in Burnaby for 10 years and moved out of my parents' house to Port Moody recently - both cities are awesome and PoMo is a 15min drive from where I was in Bby. Anyway I lived in the neighbourhood in the Winston/Government St area - right by the Costco on Brighton by the Production Way/University Skytrain Station (like the subway in TO, you will come to know it well if you travel transit!) anyway it was a great neighbourhood and full of kids with an elementary school on Government St within walking distance from virtually everywhere there, with a great park (with a water park area!) one block down. If you stay long enough for your kids to grow up, the highschool is also within walking distance (maybe 15mins walking) and you can drive to Lougheed Mall and the grocery store there in 5mins, or walk there in 30-40 (if you're an exercise enthusiast!) If you're religious at all there is a church about 10mins (walking) away and also 15min walk to an awesome dog park situated in a wildlife reserve with EXCELLENT walking trails, and a 15 min walk the other way (or take the long way from the lake a the wildlife reserve and get there in maybe 30-40) will take you to a small horse boarding stable with a riding ring, if you have any interest in horses!
Never heard of any crime or break ins, although a bike did get stolen from our backyard which made no sense because it was literally rusted in our bushes... and they left their scooter so does that even count as theft? Haha.
Hmm what else. Oh the fire department is right by the costco which again is only a 5-10min walk if that matters... And the skytrain ("subway" I mentioned earlier can be walked to in 5-15mins depending on which area of the neighbourhood you live in.
Anyway I loved living there it was close to everything. I guess you could call it North/Central Burnaby? Never knew what to call it.
North Burnaby is also relatively nice but the closer you get to hastings (heading in the vancouver direction at least) in my opinion gets less nice, the houses are older and there are more homeless people you may encounter, though probably not in the neighbourhoods. I just personally find nothing attractive about many of the areas in North burnaby, mostly because it's more housing and not as close to everything as where I lived but to each their own.
South Burnaby is pretty crappy to be honest. I would never want to live there. Very ghetto though not sure about crime and all that but I have never enjoyed myself any time I've had to go there, and when my boyfriend and I looked at some places there to buy we were totally disgusted.
Central Burnaby as far as I know is pretty nice and we considered a place there before settling in Port Moody which I must tell you is amazing and I have heard only good things from everyone living here and in surrounding areas - Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Anmore <-- a very rich neighbourhood by the way and not THAT far from Burnaby, prob a 20-30min drive depending on how far up you live so if you have money put Anmore on your list of places to look at. Anmore as well as Coquitlam, PoCo and PoMo are all very tight-knit communities and everyone knows eachother and goes to the same schools (which are abundant in these areas!) and the same vets and the same walking trails, dog parks, beaches/lakes, etc.
There is also New Wesminster which is a very old city and has older features and various types of neighbourhoods (good/bad/ugly/etc) but they are working on cleaning up some of the "bad" areas by building new condos and giving the places a face lift to bring in younger families. My boyfriend;s family moved there when he was 10 so he grew up there and really liked it but he lived in a good neighbourhood but personally I dont think I'd really want to live there.

Basically I think you are making a good decision considering the Burnaby area and like I said there are cities surrounding it close enough that you could consider calling home too.
Sorry to make this so long but I hope I was informative enough to help you decide something.

Whatever you do don't move to vancouver despite what everyone says it sucks. I dunno though if you live in toronto or anything and like it maybe you'd like it. Just my personal opinion... I find absolutely NOTHING appealing about vancouver or even the downtown area. I avoid it as much as I can. There are some nice places though and I bet anyone reading this will freak out at my comments towards vancouver but again just my opinion.

Hope I helped! Welcome to BC in advance! Everyone loves it here!

What can you tell me about L.A., if I was to want to move there?

Vyrsace

Hi there! I am from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and I've been thinking over the past few years to move for some change. I like big cities and don't mind the metropolis mentality (as I've lived in Toronto and Vancouver as well). Los Angeles is one of a few choices on my list of places to consider moving.

What can you tell me about the generic lifestyle of Los Angeles? I'm looking for weather, ethnicities, cost of living (rent/own a house, dining, travel), traffic, employment, night life, and any other basic life necessity that people of the everyday civilized world would require.

What are the good/bad areas in the city, overall (crime, ammenities, employment, etc.)?

As a tip, skip any contrasts or comparisons to Canadian living/lifestyle. I'd appreciate personalized and detailed opinions rather than pasted URLs.

Thank You.

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For a number of reasons, we get a bunch of questions asking what itâs like in LA in order to move here.

First of all, I'll tell you what it's NOT like: It's not like anything on TV. There arenât running gun battles in the street. There arenât shootouts every day. Also, you donât see celebrities just walking down the street. We don't go surfing during lunch hour. Some parts of LA are really nice, others are âghettoâ.

LA doesnât have an effective public transportation like New York or San Francisco. One reason is that LA is larger in area than either of those, without a central hub where everything is. Back in the 1960âs, we might have done it. But by the time local governments got their act together, it was much more difficult to make a working public transit system. Also, unlike NY, we have earthquakes, which makes it a little more difficult to built underground.

You NEED a car to live in Southern California. Deal with it.

The freeway traffic in LA is probably the worst thing about living here. The 405 is the worst. Know why they call it the 405? Because you go 4 o' 5 miles per hour, and it takes 4 o' 5 hours to get where you're going. Freeway Traffic is bad from 6-10 AM and bad from 3-7 PM. I don't know why they call it rush hour. It's more than an hour, and nobody's rushing, that's for sure.

The gangs in LA are the cause of many rumors. Keep in mind that there are gangs in any large town, in every part of the country. In LA, the gangs aren't really downtown, they are in South LA, East LA, and north Long Beach (an extension of the South LA gangs, actually). And here's the deal: Mostly, they just kill each other.

Gas is expensive in California. Currently, it's about $3.20, on average.

Yes, gas and real estate are very expensive in SoCal. However, this would be the best time to BUY a house because it's a buyer's market right now. There are a lot of foreclosures, and too many houses on the market. So if you have cash, it's a great time to buy. Unfortunately, most of us don't have a half-mil just lying around. Perhaps Paris Hilton (regular poster here)?

Yep, freeways are a drag, it's smoggy in summer, and expensive to live here. Yet, if it's so bad, why do we have thousands and thousands of people moving here?

Weather
Activities
Weather
Plenty of jobs
Weather
Beaches, mountains, deserts all within driving distance
Weather!

Here's my final point on the weather. In colder parts of the country, people keep their cars in their garages all winter. Kids get snow toys for Christmas. Here, kids get BIKES, scooters, and skateboards. 10 AM Christmas morning, the streets are FULL of kids on their new bikes, scooters, etc. We have a play set from Costco in the back yard. I installed a light in the yard and our youngest plays on it (sometimes with friends) at night during the âwinterâ, from the time homework and dinner are done until bed time. You can't do THAT in the snow.

The job market is good here, mainly because there are SO many people here that it creates its own job market. Then there are MANY industries, including tourism, entertainment, shipping, manufacturing, etc. Itâs an incredible economy.

However, LA is not for everyone. Every time someone posts this question, you get the LA haters who post their bile and venom. A lot of them donât know what they are talking about. Maybe they had cousin Ernie visit once, and he was plumb disappointed when he got to Hollywood and found it werenât pretty like on TV. Of course, he told all his kinfolk, and now theyâre LA experts. Some of them are people who actually visited once, and found out it wasnât like it was on TV, and it certainly wasnât Mayberry. And some actually lived here, and couldnât deal with the expense, the traffic, or the rather impersonal nature of living in a large metropolis. (You know, the kind who like to drop in on their neighbors unannounced, open the (unlocked) door, and let themselves in. Well, itâs not like that here, for better or worse. To those I would say âgood luckâ to you wherever you are, but please donât spew your venom in this forum.

In a nutshell, LA a HUGE metropolis. I live in one of the nicer suburbs, but the commute is no fun, often 1-2 hours each way each day. However, 340+ days of sunshine really helps. Yeah, it's expensive. Mrs. Obviousman and I both have to work to pay the mortgage. But is it worth it? You bet!

getting back into biking, whats best leather or man made fibre clothing?

David

25 years off the road due to usual reasons, wife,kids etc

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Gear has made a bunch of leaps in the recent years. Leather still offers the most protection when it comes to any sort of abrasion. I'm not endorsing Harley gear, but they've been putting out leather gear that has retro-reflective seams on it, and brighter colored leather to be more visible. In a nut shell, leather is still very good option.

That being said, textiles have come a long way. And while they don't offer as much protection from abrasion, since most accidents are at slower speeds, you're probably not going to find yourself sliding down the road for a 100 ft. (it can happen, but I'd say it's much less likely).

I prefer the textiles because they seem to be much easier to adjust to the current conditions. And even though leather can be weatherproof, I personally seem to be more comfortable in the textiles when it's pouring than I am in leather.

I would say that if you can find some gear that fits you well, makes you visible, and allows you to adjust your comfort levels, and has internal armoring, I think you'll be as protected as you can be. GL and be safe.

what size bike should i get?

Jose D

I want to get a fixed gear track bike. I am just a kid and i am 4 foot 10 inches.A 49 cm. bike would fit me perfect but once i get older and taller it will become to small. My other option is a 52 cm bike and that would fit me a little bit big right now but it would last me much longer than the other one. I don't know which one to choose. Can someone help me please

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go bigger, you will grow...and you dont wanna look like a girl on a short bike right??

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