Thrills on Wheels: How to Have the Perfect Family Cycling Adventure
Weekends are
to families what a fallen morsel of bread is to an army of ants- they’re both
something keenly looked forward to.
After a long and tiring work or school week, all parents and kids can
think about is a much-needed respite. If
spending hours at the mall no longer sounds appealing to you, why not try doing
something different together as a family- like cycling? If the idea of cycling is totally alien to
you, here are some tips on how to have an awesome time cycling with the family:
Safety comes first
Before
anything else, make sure yours and the kids’ bikes are safe to ride on. If you hardly know anything about bikes, have
an expert do a safety check on your wheels before you hit the road. The brakes should work, of course. Comfort is also important. The height of the bike should be proportional
to your height, and suspension has to be sufficient, in order to cushion the
blow when you hit bumps on the road.
Choose the proper gear
If you wear
the right kind of cycling gear, you can be sure that you’re both
safe and comfortable as you ride your bike.
Wear a helmet, and be sure to have arm and leg coverage with protection
from the harmful rays of the sun. The Clymb is a good store
where you can find pretty much anything and everything you need to stay safe-
and fashionable- as you cycle.
Plan where to cycle
Ask around
for nearby biking trails. If you happen
to be beginners, choose trails which are pretty easy to traverse. Since you’ll be cycling with kids, choose
bike routes where no cars pass by or those with low traffic. Cycling along the countryside is a good idea.
Go slow
Remember,
it’s not a race. You’re not battling it
out in a triathlon. Cycling with the
family is all about adventure. So take
time as you pedal. Take in all the
sights and sounds around you. Bask in
the beauty of nature at its most pristine form.
Talk to your kids about old buildings you see, for instance. They’ll realize that learning can be so much
fun.
Cycling is an
adventure which gives you the chance to explore places which you never before
thought existed. Together with the kids,
you discover new things about your surroundings, and develop an appreciation
for the simpler things in life. Cycling
is also an activity which helps you burn calories as you spend quality time
with the kids. What can possible be
better than that?
Photo
credits: pinaymom-in-germany.com
Biking is one enjoyable outdoor activity that my family love. It is a muss to ensure safety especially for the kids.
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My family really loves to bike! WE have not done that now that we are back in the Philippines so hopefully we could do that again when the rainy season's over!
ReplyDeleteMy daughter had a bike which was given by my mother-in-law. She loves riding into her bike just inside our home. She still practicing and I hope we can go biking together soon.
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It's been a loooong time since we went biking as a family. :P The terrain here in Baguio is just not suitable for a relaxing biking get together. :P But we do plan to run as a family soon. :P It's kind of the same, minus the bike. :P hehe
ReplyDeleteHaven't try tis yet becaus ekids are still lil but soon would love to
ReplyDeleteOh how I miss biking. My husband and I used to go on long bike rides and it was my way of working out. Him and I talked about going on a bike trip. Like leaving our vehicle somewhere safe and just take off from their on our bikes and travel. He used to do that with his sister and sometimes on his own. :) I am excited for the day my kids can go biking with us. :)
ReplyDeletei wish my kids gets bigger already. this would be a great family bonding.
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