The following games require little more than kids, bicycles, and a large driveway or empty parking lot. An adult or older child who can stand lookout for cars (and solve any disputes) is an ideal addition. Look for a safe spot and then gather a group of kids and a few other supplies to set up these different riding challenges. Small toys can be handed out as prizes or a player can simply earn bragging rights as best cyclist in the neighborhood. Six Bicycle Games to Play Slow Speed … [Read more...]
Riding Bikes is Fun with the Bike Trip Bingo Printable
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Mirum but all opinions are my own. My son loves riding bikes. He has been riding since he was 2 years old. We started him with a balance bike and now that he's almost five, he's ready for a size upgrade. He has been riding a 12" bike but his knees are getting a little too close to the handlebars. We were so thankful to find a highly rated 16" Schwinn bicycle for him on Amazon last week. He was a bit nervous to try this new, larger bike out, but he's … [Read more...]
The Kids Will Want to Wear This Protective Gear!
This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Wipeout Dry Erase Productive Gear. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own. If he can go outside. He will. Every day. He wants to ride either his bike or his scooter. And that's more than fine with me. I love seeing him happy riding as fast as he can, trying to "bomb" hills, and learning how to properly use his bike's brakes. Don't get me wrong, I am usually scared he's going to wreck and often yell, … [Read more...]
Toddler learning to ride? A balance bike is a must!
We are currently in the Tacoma, Washington area for my husband's work. We are staying at a nice RV park with our fifth wheel travel trailer and thankfully our paved road out front doesn't get to much traffic. It is just long enough of a road for the kids to have fun riding their bikes up and down the road. Yes, you heard me right, my 29 month old is riding his bike down the road everyday and loving it. You see, he has an awesome Strider Sport Balance Bike! I'll be honest. This is not his … [Read more...]
Baby’s First Bike: Little Tikes 3-in-1 Trike
Thank you Little Tikes® for sponsoring today's post. When my Little Man turned 1 this month, we knew it was time to get out of the stroller and into his first bike. The 3-in-1 Trike from Little Tikes® was the best first bike we could have given him. He LOVES it. The months of June-August are off time for us. We are not traveling as much and we are home in Washington quite regularly. These months happen to be the nicest months as well. We spend a lot of time outdoors. Our home sits … [Read more...]
Bike Safety Tips for Kids
Our family is so excited for Spring and Summer. In the great state of Washington, when the warmer weather is upon us, we love to get outside and exercise together. What better way to exercise as a family then to ride bikes together? My 5 year old has a goal this summer - ride her bike without training wheels! {Tips on how to ride without training wheels is going to be a future post for sure.} So with family bike rides comes the importance of bike safety. I'd love to share with you my readers, … [Read more...]
