How To Fix A Broken Bike Bell {Tab-Style Or Gear-Style}?

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on February 4, 2020 No Comments

If your bike bell is not ringing or the lever is not working properly, you can fix it with basic tools and about 10-20 minutes of your time. Before you fix the bell, determine which type of bell it is. If it’s one of those bells with a pull-on tab …

Top 10 Easy Cycle Routes In Ireland

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on November 18, 2019 No Comments

If you don’t live in Ireland, it’s easy to think that the entire country consists of rolling green hills. This may discourage you from planning a family cycling trip. Sure, their hills and mountains are breathtaking but they won’t feel so when you are sweating your way up one of …

Which Are The Best Family Cycle Routes In France?

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on November 16, 2019 No Comments

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 …

Cycling With A Toddler: Guide For Your Trips

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on September 14, 2019 No Comments

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 …

Best Family Cycling Holiday Destinations In The UK And Europe

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on September 13, 2019 No Comments

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 …

How To Teach An Older Child To Ride A Bike?

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on April 25, 2019 No Comments

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 …

Best Bike For 11 Year Old Review: Cuda Kinetic 26″ Wheel Boys Bicycle

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on April 24, 2019 No Comments

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 …

Best Bike For 10 Year Old Review: Arden Peak Mountain Bike

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on April 23, 2019 No Comments

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 …

How To Measure Child’s Head For Cycle Helmet?

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on February 19, 2019 No Comments

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 …

Why Are Children’s Bikes So Heavy?

By Jack C. Bennett Posted on February 18, 2019 No Comments

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 …