While you may not be able to conquer even a single stage of the Tour de France, there are many more forgiving cycling routes perfect for families. These routes take you across varied sceneries from idyllic countryside towns to lush forests and breezy coastlines. Different routes offer different levels of …

When’s the right time to start cycling with a toddler? Many experts recommend introducing your kids to cycling early before they even know how to pedal or balance on a bike. In fact, you don’t have to wait until they are walking fully before introducing them to the joys and …

Beautiful beaches, rustic countrysides, quiet backcountry trails, picturesque mountains and bustling cities: there are so many places that families can enjoy cycling while taking in new sights and sounds. Our top 5 picks are all in Europe. They all provide fun and easy cycling routes that are very kid-friendly. How …

Younger kids (4-6 years) have a surprisingly easy time learning how to ride a bike. You can teach them in less than an hour. This is especially the case if they’ve been riding a bike with stabilisers or a balance bike. For older kids, things are a bit different and …

What Are You Buying? At 11 years old, most pre-teens are ready to ride a 26” bike. It’s still important to take your kid’s measurements and make sure a 26 incher is right for them. Depending on their height, a 24” MTB might be better. But most 11 year olds …

What Are You Buying? 1. Full Suspension MTB This is a proper mountain bike, not some imitation MTB for kids. Of course, it cannot handle extreme trails but it’s perfect for anything a 10-year old can throw at it. So feel free to take your kid out on child-friendly mountain …

You’ve already gotten your kid a perfectly sized bike or you’ve spotted one that you want to buy. Now what’s remaining is a good quality helmet to keep them safe. You can’t just buy any kids’ helmet. It’s essential that they wear the right size not just for comfort when …

If you’ve shopped for a kid’s bike before you or if you are currently looking for a good one for your child, you may have noticed that they are a bit too heavy for the kids who are supposed to be riding them. Most bikes within your child’s weight range …

What Are You Buying? 1. 20” MTB Bike A 20” bike is just about perfect for 9 year olds. It’s a step up from their small beginner MTB but not too big to make riding uncomfortable and unsafe. Some 7 and 8 year olds will also find it to be …

Kids are ready to ride a bike by the time they are 2 years. A 10” or 12” bike with stabilisers or a balance bike is ideal for this age. By the time they are 3 or 4, most kids have learnt how to pedal and balance on a bike …