Bicycle Trailer Review

Sportsmen's Tennis Club Let David Go Away...

2010-12-02T10:04:00.000-08:00

Sportsmen's Tennis Club let David leave the club...
I was looking for some temporary help with paying for David's tennis classes, but unfortunately, the director of the club - TONY WILEY and NADINE HOUSTON said to me that we are not qualifying for any help from the club...
I supported Sportsmen's Tennis Club for over 5 years, paying for all tennis classes, clinics, and summer camps... I was donating extra money to support clubs activities, and support Sportsmen's... and now when I needed help from the club I got the answer - NO!
ESPECIALLY, I'm talking about ranked USTA # 4 tennis player IN New England???
I am so, so surprised and sad. David started to cry when I told him that we need to stop his tennis because currently as a family we are experiencing taft times. After a few days David said to me with tears in his eyes, "don't worry mommy, maybe we can find another club who wants me, and who will appreciate my hard work to be a great tennis player..."

I know that Sportsmens awards lot of financial help to many players. They get lots of help from many sponsors, I was sponsoring the club too...
Now it is depending from who NADINE HOUSTON and TONY WILEY likes! I know that NADINE HOUSTON DOESN'T LIKE DAVID or me and that's WHY SHE DIDN'T LIKE TO HELP US!!!
Last summer David was bullied at the Sportsman's Tennis Club during summer camps, when I looked for help from Nadine Houston, as the camp director, she said that "David, who was 8 at that time, should defense himself, and all other nonsenses... Nadine Houston said that she "can not promise me that, that kind of behavior won't happen again against my son...
That incident and the fact that we are white family, decided that David was refused any, even temporary help from that club, NADINE HOUSTON and TONY WILEY just let him go...
The only two people decide about any player at the Sportsmen's - Tony Wiley and Nadine Houston, their favoritism decides who is going to get help from the club!

IT IS VERY SAD HOW THE SPORTSMEN'S TENNIS CLUB OPERATES...
WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR KID BE A PART OF THE CLUB?
I hope NOT!!!

Why Sportsmen's Tennis Club Doesn't SUPPORT Good Talented Young Players???

2010-12-02T10:02:00.000-08:00

David is one of the members at Sportsmen's Tennis Club, since 2005. Since we started attending tennis clinics and private lessons, many changes were made in administration of the club. In the last 5 years, executive director has been changed 3 times! Many other positions at Sportsmen's also been replaced a few times... I was always wondering, why?... this club doesn't mean to be stable place for young tennis players...
Tony Wiley is executive director now at Sportsmen's... I realized that she is not friendly for some families and young players, not supportive at all for my son, David... maybe because we are the "white family"???
David, at age 9 is ranked in New England USTA #4 in age bracket 10 and under. That means he is one of the promising and talented 9 year old players.
At Sportsmen's he is not appreciated at all from the director - Tony Wiley, she seams to not even notice him or sometimes talk to him to show that appreciation. It is very strange situation to me and David, that little boy can feel it and talk to me about that. I think director of tennis club should support players, be friendly, enthusiastic, and make nice atmosphere at the club for every body's enjoyment.
I noticed that Tony Wiley speaks "unfriendly" to parents and her whole attitude isn't the best model for children! I heard many complains from different families under her address.
But my question is: Why Tony Wiley doesn't support the white, talented 9 year old boy, who seams to be a very promising tennis player???

Bike the dunes in Provincetown

2010-06-12T10:29:00.000-07:00

Adventurers can bike the sand dunes along the beaches. The dunes lining the shores of Provincetown are the most popular. Try the 7-mile Province Land Trail that challenges even the most fit with steep dune after steep dune.

Bike the Cape Cod Rail Trail

2010-06-12T10:24:00.000-07:00

Rent a bike along the Cape Cod Rail Trail - a great way to see the seashore. The state has spent $6.2 million refurbishing the trails the past two winters.

Do not Buy These Baby Strollers!

2010-06-12T10:20:00.000-07:00

The consumer watchdog group says the strollers pose a safety risk to children.

The directive comes after the strollers failed Consumer Reports testing.

The three strollers that Consumer Reports is saying don’t buy are, the Valco Baby Tri-Mode, Tike Tech City x3 All-Terrain Stroller and the Tike Tech x3 Sport Jogging Stroller.

The problem is something many parents might not be aware of.

“The danger here is if the child’s torso slips underneath the bar but the head gets hung up,” explained Consumer Reports

The American Society for Testing and Materials requires that if there is enough space for the child’s body to pass underneath the stroller tray or grab bar, then there must be enough space for a child’s head to pass through as well.

Consumer Reports tested the strollers using a ball to represent a child’s head.

“This ball should pass through underneath that bar under its own weight. It doesn’t so it fails to comply with the industry standards,” said Consumer Reports.

So far, the manufacturers of the strollers in question say they have received no reports of any injuries involving their strollers.

Consumer Reports says it will pass its findings on to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Best New England Bike Trails - Middlesex Fells Reservation

2010-04-06T11:18:00.000-07:00

The Mountain Bike Loop at Middlesex Fells Reservation
Middlesex Fells is probably the closest you can get to the wilderness and only travel 30 miles outside of city. This trail is one of the best to ride to escape for a morning or afternoon.
This trail is great to take your children with you in a bicycle trailer, kids will enjoy the ride, guaranteed!
Bicycling with children is a great activity, very educational, will teach your kids, how to spend free time actively and healthy. So promote healthy life style just from the beginning or now, it's never to late! Have fun with your kids in a bicycle trailer!
Above trail is one of the best in New England. I write series of articles, where I promote 15 best bike trails in New England. The Mountain Bike Loop at Middlesex Fells Reservation is one of them!
Enjoy!!!

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Recommendations for Bicycle Trailer Users

2010-03-26T09:24:00.000-07:00

It is important that your baby is safe at all times, especially when you take him on the road in the bicycle trailer. I realized that is never to much to read about safety, new rules, and recommendations, if we are talking about our childrens safety.
That's why I write a lot about these topics and hope that you make them useful and practical for your family.

- Don't buy a bicycle trailer or a bicycle-mounted seat until your baby is at least 1 year old. It is not recommend for children younger than that because they may not be physically equipped to withstand the forces they'll be exposed to when riding in a bicycle seat or trailer. And when they're younger than age 1, they can't support their head properly with a helmet on, which all riders should wear.

- Choose based on your needs, riding ability, and where you are riding. Trailers are "off-road vehicles"; use them only in parks and on safe, smooth trails where there's no risk of encounters with cars.
- Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for bicycle trailer, regarding the maximum weight, which is usually up to 100 pounds.

- The better bicycle trailers have sturdy construction, tinted windows, a comfortable interior, and a wide wheel base. But before you buy, ask yourself if you will use the trailer enough to justify the price. If you think you'll use it only occasionally, buy the most durable trailer you can find at the low-end price.
- Consider how much weight you'll tow. If the weight of the bicycle trailer plus the passenger or passengers exceeds 50 pounds, you may start to feel like a beast of burden. Pedaling uphill can be especially difficult. At that point, maybe it's time for riders to get their own bikes.

- Take your cycling ability into consideration. If you opt for a bicycle-mounted seat, you might find a rear-mounted seat with a child in tow unnerving and exhausting to operate. If you're a novice or not in top shape, you'd probably be better off with a front-mounted seat. If you go with a bicycle trailer, ride with only one child at a time if you're an infrequent rider.
- Finally, have your child wear a lightweight, well-fitting bike helmet, and never leave a child in the seat with the bike on the kick stand, which isn't made to support the weight.

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Bicycle Tracks along Beaches in New England - Plum Island

2010-03-17T07:52:00.000-07:00

In the series of The Best Family Bicycle tracks in New England, I would like to share with you, a great bicycle route along Plum Island. If you like bicycling alone, with your kids, or friends, and you love beaches and nature - this track is FOR YOU!
Now, when spring approaches, grab your bike, bicycle trailer, your family... have fun on this great track...

Plum Island

Enjoy some of the nature that Plum Island has to offer via bike when you ride through this 6-mile barrier beach that extends south of Newburyport. Most of the path makes up the Parker River Wildlife Refuge, which nearly 300 bird species visit seasonally.

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The Lexington Loop - the great place to bike with children in New England

2010-03-11T07:40:00.000-08:00

I'm a big fun of family bicycling with children, as you can see when reading my posts and articles.
As a child psychologist, I notice many useful profits for the whole family, from physical to emotional and social benefits. Now, spring coming and many families will start a new bicycling season.
Don't forget about safety while bicycling with your children in attached bicycle trailers. I wrote a few articles about this topic, please review my blog posts, if interested.
This weekend I'm planning to try a new bike path with my family, I'm so glad that spring brings that opportunity, my son can't wait to hit the road in his bicycle trailer!
We will go to The Lexington Loop, it is a new track for us, but I head a few nice comments about it.

The Lexington Loop - you can view some of the most picturesque landscapes New England has to offer when you ride on this 30-mile loop. The trail takes you mostly through back roads, viewing meadows, woodlands, quaint farms, and historic places like Concord, Lexington, and the Old North Bridge.
I hope that the ride will be very educational too, especially for my son.

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Promote healthy lifestyle with a Bicycle Trailer

2010-03-03T09:55:00.000-08:00

Bicycle trailers are great tools for parents, we can use them as well as jogging strollers, to promote healthy, active lifestyle. Kids learn from us at every stage of their life, we are row models for them every minute. The most important thing for parents is to raise healthy and active kids.
I discovered with my child, that bicycle trailers are perfect accessories to teach kids these values from the beginning and forming positive habits in terms of spending free, family time together in healthy and active way. There are many benefits coming from that kind of activity and it is worth trying. My child loves his bicycle trailers and family time spend together. He can't wait until spring, when his bicycle trailer will be pulled out of the garage.

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Get ready for a new Bicycle Trailer Season

2010-02-26T08:38:00.000-08:00

Spring is coming and many of us - parents, think about new bicycle season. After a long winter and New England's weather, it's so good to take our bicycle trailers and hit the road! I don't know about you but I can't wait until that happen. My child too, he loves his bicycle trailer and our family escapes. That kind of activity brings so many benefits to all of us, the whole family. The most important thing is that my kid spends free time actively and learns from the beginning how to be active and fit. It's a great habit to promote!
Please remember about safety tips when taking your kids for a ride in a bicycle trailer:

Children riding in bicycle trailers must always wear a helmet. Proper use of a bike helmet reduces risk of head injury by as much as 88%. Adults should also always use a helmet for safety and role modeling.
Use a safety flag, which helps motorists see you.
Use hand signals before turning left or right.
Pay attention to bicycle trailer weight limits. For child bike trailers, confirm the minimum height and weight and use any recommended inserts for smaller children.
Follow all posted road signs – a bicycle is part of traffic.
When riding at night, attach a light to the front of your bike and reflectors to the rear of the trailer.
When hauling a pet, always secure them with the safety leash.
Before riding, check the bicycle's connection to the trailer and be sure the tires are properly inflated.
Practice riding in a safe area before taking the trailer on the road. When practicing, pay particular attention to breaking distance, which increases with a trailer attached to your bike.
HAVE FUN!

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Designer Bicycle Baby Stroller from Europe

2010-02-16T16:24:00.000-08:00

Is it a bicycle? Or is it a baby stroller?

The Dutch sure do love their bicycles, so its really not surprising a designer from the Netherlands has come up with hybrid bicycle-baby-stroller. Its not the first of its kind... but its one of the more stylish. (Technically its a tricycle-baby-stroller, but whatever.)

The problem with mixing two different things is that the final concoction tends to be... ugly. This one, known as the Taga, attempts to be as stylish as possible, hoping to lure the high-class cyclist parent.

More so, it converts (in roughly 20 seconds) into a regular stroller, and is thus "the ultimate get-fit gadget for yummy-mummies" says the company. Children are carried in traffic-facing seats between the handlebars and strapped in with a five-point seatbelt, effectively making the baby a hood ornament (although thats pretty standard for baby strollers).

"If you come to a situation where you don't want to cycle or you're not allowed to cycle, at the subway or in a supermarket, in less than 20 seconds you can convert it into a stroller," says Jeroen de Schaaf, Taga's European manager. The company is hoping to launch the Taga in North America this summer.

I hope you like this post and some new trends from Europe!
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A Few Reminders Before you Hit the Road with your Bicycle Trailer...

2010-02-11T08:28:00.000-08:00

What law states about bicycle riders and about the required equipment for bicycles...
Section 21200(a) of the California Vehicle Code states that persons riding a bicycle have the same rights and are subject to the same provisions as someone driving a car.

You are required to have a wheel brake that is capable of skidding the bike on a level, dry, paved surface. Some of the newer bikes that do not have any kind of braking system, it seems. Not a good choice for riding in the roadway. The handlebar height cannot be above the shoulders of the rider. The operator of the bike must be able to reach the ground with one foot and support the bike in an upright position. Also, bicycles must be equipped with lighting if they will be used during the hours of darkness.

Section 21202(a) of the vehicle code states that if a bicyclist is too slow for the normal flow of traffic, they must stay as close to the right edge of the roadway as possible. The exceptions to this are when you are passing a slower cyclist, preparing the make a left turn, or avoiding a hazard in the roadway.

Section 212008 requires the cyclist to stay in the designated bike lane if there is one. Section 21650.1 requires that you ride in the same direction as the other vehicles on the roadway. In other words, you cannot ride against the flow of traffic. And if you think that you can have a drink and just ride your bike home, think again. Section 21200.5 makes it a misdemeanor to do so.

Persons under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. The helmet has to be fastened on the head and be of a proper fit. That helmet also has to meet ANSI, ASTM, or Snell standards. This law also applies to children in bicycle trailer seats and being towed in an attached bicycle trailer. For adults the helmet is not required, but I would seriously consider wearing one if you are going to ride on the streets next to fast-moving cars. A helmet could prevent serious injury in the event of a traffic collision.

Pulling kids in bicycle trailers is fun for both parents and children, many of us love it!
Bicycles are great fun and a great way to get around!
Just remember to follow the rules and do it safely!

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Mardi Gras Parade- get your Stroller, Bicycle Trailer...

2010-02-03T16:43:00.000-08:00

The Krewe of Pollock Children’s Mardi Gras Parade is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at Foster Park in Pollock.

All children and youths are invited to participate and can simply show up for the parade line-up at 9:30 a.m., according to Pollock Mayor Jerome Scott.

Children are encouraged to decorate bicycles, tricycles and wagons to ride in the parade or they may walk the parade route. They are encouraged to dress in Mardi Gras attire if they wish.

There is no entry fee. No large floats will be allowed, but small trailer floats will be allowed.

Adults are encouraged to walk with youths to ensure safety during the parade.

“It’s another way to bring our youth together in a safe and supervised manner while having lots of fun,” Scott said.

For more information, call Scott at (318) 765-3796 or (318) 765-9024.

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Bicycle Trailer Trip...

2010-01-30T07:23:00.000-08:00

On Aug. 1, 2009, Bill and Amarins Harrison, along with their three daughters, mounted a five-person bicycle and began a journey across the United States.

They left their hometown of Mount Vernon, Ky., with just $300.

On Monday, the Harrisons, or “Pedouins” as they call themselves, rode through the San Jacinto Valley on their way to San Diego.

“I just think it started with the feeling that we wanted to travel,” Amarins said of the inspiration for the journey. “We wanted to go to Alaska, but we didn’t want to go by car or RV. We wanted to do something where we could feel the country and meet the people.”

She said the couple decided on the quint bike because the family could ride together.

On their Web site, Amarins said although two of their daughters, Cheyenne, 7, and Jasmine, 5, could ride bikes well, they knew the girls wouldn’t be able to bike the 7,000 miles the Harrisons mapped out.
The quint bike features a special child seat for the youngest daughter, Robin, 3. She is able to sleep as the rest of the family pedals.

The Harrisons attached a trailer to the back of their bike that Burley Trailer Co. gave the family. The company designed the trailer for the Harrisons.

They carry clothes, a tent, sleeping mats, snacks, and other necessities in the trailer.

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Bicycle Trailers...

2010-01-24T14:41:00.000-08:00

State Representative David Osborne (R) wants to outlaw carting kids by bike. I can't think of anything more out of step with public health and safety.

Protection? Really?

Rep. Osborne's HB255 would "...prohibit the operation of a bicycle on a state-maintained highway while transporting a person under the age of 18 years in an attached trailer or other apparatus."

If this bill is an attempt to protect kids, I'm afraid the 59th District legislator hasn't paid attention to what's really killing our children – obesity and diabetes.

Instead of restricting the freedom of bicycling families, maybe Rep. Osborne could sponsor some legislation that would funnel some overdue transportation funding for more suitable bike routes and sidewalk repair.

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Bike Pro - Bicycle Classes for Kids

2010-01-13T10:07:00.000-08:00

BIKE PRO - is a children' s bicycle class that teaches important skils.
This class is geared for kids ages 10 to13 and gives them bike handling knowledge that will help keep them safe. Bike Pro is taught entirely “on the bike,” with the children having as little standing around time as possible. The class progresses through drills that teach the rules of the road, how to look backward while riding a straight line, signaling and how to negotiate different types of intersections, and it ends with a three-mile road test.

To sign up a 10- to 13-year-old for this free course, you can call me at my number, which is listed below. Any Columbia child of that age can participate as long as he or she has a bicycle and helmet and already knows the basics of riding.

Robert Johnson is education coordinator with the PedNet Coalition. Reach him at (573) 289-6479 or robert@pednet.org.

Reach Robert Johnson at 573-289-6479 or e-mail robert@pednet.org.

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Pulling Bicycle Trailers

2010-01-07T10:50:00.000-08:00

Bicycling is a fun activity for many reasons.

It gives you a sense of freedom, a sense of one with the environment and can give you a glimpse into your past, when stress and responsibility were minimized, to say the least.

Cycling improves your fitness and your health. It can strengthen your immune system, lower blood cholesterol, reduce stress, strengthen the heart and increase your energy levels.

But cycling can also be hazardous to your health, especially if you're an "aggressive cyclist."

These are the people who think they own the road. They don't obey traffic laws, they ride in the middle of the road and seem to glory in passing vehicles in heavy traffic.

And even though I feel bicyclists and especially cyclists pulling bicycle trailers need to restrict themselves to quieter, less busy streets, I realize they have rights, too.

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500 Miles in 15 Days, Tandem Bike with 2 Children in the Bicycle Trailer...

2009-12-23T08:06:00.000-08:00

Do you want to read a story of one very active family...

"Months of planning and physical training had gone into this moment, and now it was time for us to put our plan into action. That plan was for my entire family to spend 15 days bicycle touring through the tidewater regions of North Carolina and Virginia, ending our trip at my parents' home in Fredericksburg, Va. Along the way, we would visit sandy beaches in North Carolina and historic towns in Virginia and at the end we would have a happy reunion with my parents and sisters.

The complicating factor in this plan - and the factor that had my heart racing - was that Kathy and I had never tried bicycle touring with our two children before. In fact, we'd only recently had two children. Our son Daniel was barely 3 years old and our daughter Maggie was just 4 months.

I had been dreaming about and planning this trip before Maggie was even born. But as I looked around at our tandem bicycle; our child bicycle trailer and our heaping piles of food, clothing, diapers, toys, children books and camping gear, my main thought was, "Can we really do this? How are we going to fit all this stuff on our bicycle? And how are we going to pedal that heavy bike for 500 miles?"

Near-panic can be a great motivator. We had already returned our rental car, so there was no turning back. After an hour of cramming supplies into sacks and attaching those sacks to our bike with an abundance of bungee cords, we had finished loading our bicycle. Our children were in the bicycle trailer, surrounded by bags of bagels and fruit.

We pedaled out of town as fast as we could, which was not very fast, and arrived at a national forest campground at dusk. We barely had time to cook our dinner before a thunderstorm broke loose, so we ate in our tiny tent, listening to the thunder and the pouring rain.

As I lay on my back with sweat rolling off my forehead, I thought back through the emotions of the day: the tense excitement of starting a vacation, the teamwork needed to reach our destination, the togetherness of eating a family dinner in our tent, the stress of getting our children to sleep, and the quiet peacefulness of the forest. That’s when I began to realize that our little family adventure was going to be a complete experience – a time of emotional highs and lows. Indeed, the rest our trip was a combination of physical exertion, happy playtimes and frustrating challenges. Put together, it was an incredible experience with many vivid memories."

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Shopping for SAFE Toys

2009-12-18T14:39:00.000-08:00

Are you shopping for toys? are you interested if the toys you buy are safe and not toxic for your children?
These websites will help you to determinate what is safe for kids, please visit www.healthychild.org or www.healthystuff.org

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Baby Planner Helps to Choose a Baby Stroller, Bassinet...

2009-12-16T07:29:00.000-08:00

According to the IABPP, "A baby planner is an objective, educated, and supportive woman (or man) who determines the types of services and products that are essential throughout a client's pregnancy. A baby planner customizes their services to suit their client's specific needs, and is committed to empowering their clients by showing them all their many options during pregnancy and beyond."
The current main stream definition of a baby planner "is a professional consultant who is paid to assist expectant parents with some or all of the overwhelming tasks of preparing for their baby's (or babies') arrival such as researching baby products like strollers and bassinets, nursery planning, home baby proofing, baby shower/baby registry planning, interviewing nannies and midwives, and even shopping for maternity clothes."

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Bread Delivery in a Bicycle Trailer?

2009-12-10T04:08:00.000-08:00

Special bread delivery!

I wrote a lot about bicycle trailers and many benefits for parents and kids. Are you ready for next one?

Aviv Fried (pronounced Freed) is the 36-year-old self-trained baker behind Peasant Artisan Bread, an artisan-style bread company that works from a commercial kitchen in the southwest.

Every week, he sends out an e-mail list with his current offerings, and every week, people call or e-mail in their orders. One week, he may make cheese bread or sesame and sunflower; another week, it could be a hearty whole wheat sour dough, perhaps made with flour ground from rare Red Fife organic wheat.

Indeed, all of Fried's loaves are organic, made primarily with grain he buys from Grainworks near Vulcan, south of Calgary.

Born and raised in Israel, Fried moved to Canada 10 years ago with his girlfriend, a filmmaker, after travelling the world. A biomedical engineer by training, he completed a master's degree at the University of Calgary. Then, after graduation, he accepted a job in Toronto's banking industry.

And the bike? "I'm trying to be part of the solution, not the problem, and the environment is a big part of healthy food," he says.

It is another way to use a bicycle trailer, not only for your kids to have fun. Bicycle trailers have many useful benefits!

I just wanted to share with you that article I read lately.
Isn't a good idea?

Santa on the Bike with a Bicycle Trailer?

2009-12-03T09:03:00.000-08:00

Kids in the North East hoping for a glimpse of Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer this Christmas may be in for a surprise , with eco-friendly online retailer, who is getting Santa on his bike to deliver presents around Newcastle and Gateshead.

The same-day delivery service has been launched to ensure that shoppers get their Christmas gifts on time, while minimising carbon emissions and their impact on the environment using a specially-designed Ute bike supplied by The Kona Bicycle Company.

This is happening in England!
Maybe can happen in US next Christmas?
Share with your comments and opinions.

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Bicycle Trailers Get Ready for Toys For Tots Ride

2009-12-03T08:49:00.000-08:00

Attention Tucson Residents!!!

Join the Toys for Tots ride, a fantastic event promising to be both fun-filled and charitable, this Saturday, December 5th in Tucson. Bicyclists of all ages will participate in a toy collection and bike ride. Riders must bring at least one new toy to donate to Toys for Tots, construct a way to keep the toys aboard themselves or their bike during the ride and if motivated to do so, arrive with their bicycles decorated for the holidays. Members of GABA (Greater Arizona Bicycling Associate) have organized this event. Two rides will be held, one for more advanced cyclists will begin at Udall Park at 8:30 with a round trip route of 30-35 miles; and another more family oriented ride will begin at McCormick Park at 9:30 for a 10 mile round trip ride. Both rides will end at the Reid Park Zoo, where participants donate their toys to the big red box, and receive FREE admission into the zoo
Riders in both groups will be committed to staying together and arriving at the zoo together. Typically two groups will form in each ride, with riders often regrouping to find the pace that feels most comfortable. No one is left behind! Consider hitching your tandem, kids bicycle trailer, or child’s bike seat to your bicycle and join in the fun. If your child is catching a ride on, or attached to, your bike, remember to include a toy donation from each of you. Pre-registration is not required, just show up early enough to sign in and get your family and your bicycle ready for the ride. For more information check out the GABA website or contact Pam Cullop at pam@bikegaba.org , 290-4321 or 271-6678.

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Bike Barn for Bikes and Bicycle Trailers In Cape Henlopen Park

2009-12-02T09:46:00.000-08:00

If you live close to Cape Henlopen State Park or you are planning to visit the park you may like the latest news regarding the park and the new bike barn for bicycles, bicycle trailers and more...

Now, the 10-year-old popular program has a new home, with room for growth, thanks to those same volunteers.

Members of the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park recently finished work on a bike barn, a 16-foot-by-24-foot shed that holds bicycles, kiddie trailers, bicycle trailers, and helmets ready to be used by the thousands of people who flock to the coastal park each year.

"It's a very nice ride around the park -- it gives everybody a chance to see the park that they wouldn't by just walking," said Jim Noles, a board member of the Friends group. The park has three miles of paved bike trails, in a loop.

The barn replaces a smaller structure that has housed the bikes for several years. The old shed is being used by the nature center staff for storage.

It will give the program room to expand as more bikes are donated, holding up to 40 bikes, as well as space to maintain them and store parts, Noles said.

"Also, it has to be more convenient for the public to be able to get to the bikes," Noles said.

The bike barn took the volunteers about two weeks to build.

The program is funded through donations -- about $1,000 a year -- and operated by volunteers.

Cyclists can sign the bikes out at the Seaside Nature Center for two-hour blocks.

The program began with 15 basic bikes, with coaster brakes and no gears. Used bikes have gradually been donated, bikes and pull-behind trailers for infants and toddlers, bicycle trailers.

Park visitors take more than 6,000 bike rides a year, with an average of 1,000 a month during the peak of the summer season. That volume means more maintenance on the bikes, which requires more space.

The bike program is just one of the Friends' many efforts on behalf of the park. Planning is under way for a playground there, which will expand each year, Noles said.

That's great idea, hopefully more of them will appear near us.

I wonder what do you think about the idea?
Please leave your comments.
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Free Wheeler AL Bicycle Trailer by Schwinn

2009-11-29T14:17:00.000-08:00

Free Wheeler AL Bicycle Trailer (Blue/Grey)



	Introducing a great model of bicycle trailer by Schwinn. A great tool to promote a healthy lifestyle to your children just from the beginning! Free Wheeler AL Bicycle Trailer (Blue/Grey) A great jogging stroller for active lifestyle! Features: - 12 in front and 16 in rear rust proof aluminum wheels. - Easy to maneuver aluminum frame is great for jogging, walking, and shopping. - Folds compactly and quick release wheels come off for easy trunk storage. - Parent tray and pockets for snacks and drinks. - Comfortable and adjustable handle for a variety of activities. - Secure child harness and cockpit, plus shocks for added comfort. - Roomy and adjustable canopy for plenty of sun protection. - Spacious under seat basket for all your extra gear. - Seats one child up to 50 lbs. Visit our web at www.strollernstuff.com for more selections. We offer a wide gallery of baby strollers, bicycle trailers, and baby bassinets.

Electric Bicycles are perfect to pull Bicycle trailers

2009-11-24T10:21:00.000-08:00

Electric bicycles have been around a while, but it was the quantum leap in technology that gave them new life. The older models were unsophisticated machines with heavy batteries that only lasted a few miles. Today’s new battery technology has caused an explosion in the industry that makes the new electric bikes hard to distinguish from a regular bicycle. Modern battery-charging systems have also been a game-changer for electric bicycles. One manufacturer is even boasting of a battery system that charges in as little as 30 minutes. The range for electric bikes has increased as well.
Modern electric bicycles also have advanced features never dreamed of several years ago. One of those is “regenerative braking.” This feature allows a rider to use the electric motor to slow the bicycle while traveling downhill and use that force to generate electricity for later use. The design allows more than 10 percent more battery life and saves wear and tear on regular braking systems.
Electric bicycles are good for commute as well as taking your children to a park. It is easy to attach a bicycle trailer and have fun with kids on a bicycle trail track.

Share with us, what do you think about electric bikes? would you use one of them?

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Bicycle Trailer for Everyday Use

2009-11-20T09:22:00.000-08:00

Allen uses a bicycle and the bicycle trailer for almost all of his daily transportation needs. He rides year-round in rain or snow, hot or cold.

Allen, a 44-year-old is a hard-core cyclist who typically rides 150 to 200 miles a week on daily errands and to his job as a waiter at St. Elmo Steakhouse.

He estimates he saves $12,000 a year on car insurance, gasoline, car payments and parking by living a close-to-carless lifestyle. His wife, Kellie, has a 2010 Subaru Outback, a vehicle Allen says he usually only drives or rides in when he's with his wife or whole family.

The benefits are not just financial, Allen said cycling for transportation keeps his energy levels high and allows him the luxury of not counting calories.

"I'd rather start the day like that than sitting in the car cussing at my dashboard," he said.

On a recent morning, Allen covered the roughly 6 miles from his home near Downtown to his daughter's school on the Northside in roughly 25 minutes -- roughly the time a motorist may allot for such a trip during the morning rush hour.
He rides his both kids in the bicycle trailer for many benefits and everyday use.
Find many types of bicycle trailers on the market and follow, maybe not exactly, the great example and lifestyle.

It is a great idea, with so many benefits!
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New European Option for Bicycle Trailer Users

2009-11-15T08:25:00.001-08:00

Have you heard or seen Taga stroller?
I don't think these models are available for buying in US but they are in Europe. When they come to our country I think Taga Strollers will be a great hit! They are getting popular in Europe and people like them. I plan to get one for my family. You can get it instead of a bicycle trailer and a jogging stroller, they are two-functional and very easy to convert. Parent pedals the bicycle, children can seat in their seats, it looks like a lot of fun and great time to spend free time actively.
The Taga stroller trike is something that you probably want to take on a bike trail, and have a blast cruising many miles.
The Taga stroller trike can fold up and fit in the trunk. It also has covered seats for rainy weather. Right now, it is only available in Europe, but it really is needed all across the world.
AND DON'T FORGET HELMETS FOR KIDS!!!

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Mark III Bicycle Trailer (Red / Grey)

2009-11-07T10:07:00.000-08:00

Bicycle Trailers are great products that can help you to promote healthy lifestyle for your family. It's a nice way to spend free time with children while teaching them how to be active and healthy. Kids love riding in bicycle trailers before they can start to ride their own bicycles. I know that from my own experience and other parents opinions. Lots of bicycles trailers that are on today's market are transferable to jogging strollers with included kit, that's very practical and also saves parents budget.
I would like to introduce a great bicycle trailer model manufactured by Schwinn, Mark Bicycle Trailer:

Features:

- 20 in lightweight alloy wheels and aluminum frame.

- Folds compactly and quick release wheels come off for easy truck or garage storage.

- Pockets for snacks and drinks.

- Secure harness for use with one or two kids.

- Roomy storage behind seat.

- Seats two children up to 50 lbs each.

- Sturdy outrigger frame provides a quiet, smooth ride.

- Easily converts to a jogger with included kit.

Dimensions: 55 in x 36 in x 35 in.

This bicycle trailer is good for 1 child or 2, so no problem with twins , siblings, or friends. Bicycling with children is fun and very beneficial for kids and parents.

If you spend your time bicycling with kids and you enjoy it or not, please share with us your stories and opinions.
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Review of Take 2 Bicycle Trailer by In Step

2009-10-31T14:55:00.000-07:00



	Take 2 Bicycle Trailer (Turquoise/Grey) Promote active and healthy lifestyle with this great model! Bicycling with your kids will benefit you and your children, this model you can use even for twins or siblings. Features: - Seats two children. - 16 in wheels attach easily. - Durable, rustproof mag wheels. - Easily assembles without tools. - Powder coated steel frame is durable. - Weather shield for rain protection. - Mesh screen protects from bugs or debris. - Securely seats two children up to 50 lbs each. - Rear storage area for extra gear or a small cooler. - Quick release wheels for easy compact storage. - Versatile bike attachment, easily fits most bikes. - Safety flag and reflectors for added visibility. Bicycling with your kids is so rewarding, brings many benefits for you and your baby. I choose Take 2 Bicycle Trailer by In Step because this model is very convenient and so affordable. It's features are comparable with other models from In Step or Schwinn, but price is more affordable to fit in every budget. This bicycle trailer can easily convert into a jogging stroller with attached kit. More info about bicycle trailers, resources, tips, and news at www.strollernstuff.com Visit www.babystrollerupdate.blogspot.com www.bassinetreview.blogspot.com

Bicycle Trailer Safety Tips

2009-10-22T10:26:00.000-07:00

Please, review safety tips for bicycle trailer users:

Children riding in bicycle trailers must always wear a helmet. Proper use of a bike helmet reduces risk of head injury by as much as 88%. Adults should also always use a helmet for safety and role modeling.
Use a safety flag, which helps motorists see you.
Use hand signals before turning left or right.
Pay attention to bicycle trailer weight limits. For child bike trailers, confirm the minimum height and weight and use any recommended inserts for smaller children.
Follow all posted road signs – a bicycle is part of traffic.
When riding at night, attach a light to the front of your bike and reflectors to the rear of the trailer.
When hauling a pet, always secure them with the safety leash.
Before riding, check the bicycle's connection to the trailer and be sure the tires are properly inflated.
Practice riding in a safe area before taking the trailer on the road. When practicing, pay particular attention to breaking distance, which increases with a trailer attached to your bike.
HAVE FUN!

Bicycle trailers are great products, for unlimited fun for you and your children!
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Bicycle Trailer and Jogging Stroller in one Model

2009-10-15T10:10:00.000-07:00

Do you know that you can convert most of the bicycle trailers into jogging strollers?
I would like to share what I learned about an important and very practical feature that bicycle trailers have.
Most of them are designed to convert to jogging strollers with a special kit, included with the purchase of the bicycle trailer.
That feature is perfect for active parents, who want to exercise and be with their children at the same time. Another important benefit is to introduce kids to healthy lifestyle and being a positive role model for them. Our kids will be most likely active and fit when they grow up,if we give them that lesson through our example now.
Bicycle trailer that converts into a jogging stroller is a perfect product to show our kids, how we spend our free time, and how we value healthy and active lifestyle.
I use my Schwinn bicycle trailer for family biking and also for jogging with my baby in the park, it is so practical and useful. I heard from my friends that they use both features of bicycle trailers too, and they like that convenience.

Please share with us, what you think, if you ever used bicycle trailers as joggers?
what's your opinion.

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How Safe are Bicycle Trailers?

2009-10-03T11:30:00.000-07:00

Bicycle trailers attach to a bike's rear axle or frame, and can carry children from 1 trough 6 or so.
They provide some protection to passengers since children are seated, strapped in, and usually enclosed in a zippered compartment. Bicycle trailers have a rigid frame enclosed in durable fabric, which offers some protection for young passengers if the unit rolls over. But children still must wear bike helmets. Because the bicycle trailer is closer to the ground, it is potentially safer then a bicycle-mounted seat in a case of accident. Some designs have a hitching arm that allows the bike to fall without tipping the bicycle trailer. For safety it is recommended to attach a 4-7 foot-tall, high-visibility orange flag.

Let us know, what your experience with bicycle trailers.
Would you recommend bicycle trailers for parents?

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Family Bicycling Fun in Boston, Ma - Sunday, September 27, 2009 - Bring Your Bike with Bicycle Trailer

2009-09-16T06:46:00.000-07:00

If you live in Massachusetts, close, or planning to be in Boston on September 26-27, 2009, and you enjoy biking alone or with your kids in bicycle trailer, don't miss The 2 Day Cycling Expo!
Experience the most spectacular weekend festival on the East Coast. Mayor's Cup Professional Criterium & Hub On Wheels citywide ride are great bicycling events, that happening in Boston soon.
On Saturday, more then 200 top professional racers, including Olympic cyclists and national champions, will descend on Government Center for high speed, fast-action racing.
On Sunday, nearly 6,000 riders, young and old, beginner and experienced, will take to the streets for the Hub On Wheels citywide ride and festival to help raise money for a great cause.
You can come to join, take in the professional action on Saturday and be part of the fun on Sunday.

PROFESSIONAL RACE -
DATE - Saturday, September 26, 2009
TIME - 3 PM - 9 PM
LOCATION - City Hall Plaza
KIDS RACE - 3 PM
PRO WOMEN - 3:30 PM
MASCOT RACE - 4:30 PM
PRO MEN - 5:00 PM
CONCERT - 7:00 PM
For more info visit www.mayorscupcycling.com

5-TH ANNUAL HUB ON WHEELS -
DATE - Sunday, September 27, 2009
TIME - 8 AM - 2 PM
LOCATION - City Hall Plaza
Routes - 10, 30, and 50 miles
- car-free Storrow Drive
- fully supported
- food, music, expo.
More info - www.hubonwheels.org

Come and enjoy family day bicycling with your kids, enjoying outdoors, physical activity, and lots of FUN!

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Bicycle Trailer, Helmet, and Recalls

2009-09-09T08:13:00.000-07:00

Taking your child for a bicycle ride in a bicycle trailer is fun and so beneficial for you and your baby. It's very nice activity for my family and I know lots of families, that enjoy it, too.
Wearing helmets while riding in bicycle trailers is a very important habit, that every parent and child should remember. Helmets protect and minimize potential injuries.
There are many helmets for bicycle trailer on the today's market, which one to choose to keep your child safe? maybe you already have one and not sure if it's good and protects correctly from injuries?
I would like to write about 2 recalls on child's helmets.
1. PRODUCT: 9.000 girl's bicycle helmets sold by Toys-R-Us stores from 10/99-4/00 for about $13. The helmets are mostly pink mixed with silver glitter. Decals on the helmets read " Hearts & Flowers". These helmets are size small, for ages 2-5 years. A label inside reads " Distributed by: CYCLE EXPRESS, the helmets made in China are packed in the box that reads " Hearts and Flowers Helmet Combo Value Pack" and " ITEM # 10235". The helmets are sold with a bike bag-purse combo and hair accessories.
MANUFACTURER: Cycle Express, INC, 312 Fifth Ave. 5-th floor, New York, NY 10001.
DANGER: Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls, and could suffer severe head injuries or death.
CONSUMER ACTION: Stop using the helmet, return it to Toys R Us for $7 credit.

2. PRODUCT: About 70.000 L.A. Crusin' bicycle helmets sold by Kmart and Rose's stores nationwide, 10/99-3/00 for about $8.
The youth and adult-sized helmets are white or black and the child sizes are either blue or pink.
MANUFACTURER: Rand International, Attention: Customer Service Dept., 51 Executive Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 14735-4718.
DANGER: The helmets fail impact testing and labeling required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Children wearing these helmets are not properly protected from falls, and may suffer severe head injuries.
CONSUMER ACTION: Stop using these bicycle helmets immediately, and return them to Rand International for free replacement helmet.

If you have those kinds of bicycle helmets and still using them for bicycle trailers or bikes, please stop using them, you want your children to be safe and protected.
I hope that information is helpful, and some parents check their helmets, if they are not been recalled.

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What is Safer? - a Bicycle Trailer or Bicycle-mounted Seats

2009-08-30T09:05:00.000-07:00

These two-wheeled carts, designed to be towed behind a bicycle, have two bicycle-type wheels and a long hitching arm that fastens onto the bicycle's chain assembly or seat post.
Bicycle trailers are safer then bicycle-mounted baby seats, since kids are seated, strapped in, and enclosed inside a zippered compartment.
Bicycle-mounted seats can make a bike unstable and hard to mount and dismount.
Bicycle trailers are best for special biking routes and trailers, they are not the best products to go on streets with passing cars. For safety's sake, trailers should be considered off-road vehicles, used only in parks and safe trails without the risk of car/bicycle encounters.
When I take my child biking with me in his bicycle trailer, I always check very carefully the proper mounting, and always make sure, that he is wearing a helmet. Helmets are very important to protect and prevent from possible injuries. It is also very important to teach your child from the beginning the habit of wearing helmet.
It is also important to learn how to ride the bike while the bicycle trailer is connected, easy on bumps, and easy turns. Always remember, that when your bike speeds up,braking becomes harder, especially on wet surfaces.
Bicycle trailers are fun for kids, but always remember about safety.

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Places to go biking with your kids - Cape Cod, Massachusetts

2009-08-20T09:16:00.000-07:00

If you planning to visit Massachusetts and you like biking - the best thing is to spend a day on biking trail on Cape Cod.
The Cape Cod Rail Trail is a paved bikeway that runs 28 miles from South Dennis to Wellfleet. The terrain is relatively flat, with some minor grades at certain sections. It offers the most variety in scenery and natural Cape landscapes available of all the regional bike routes. The trail is very attractive, with restaurants along the way, picnic areas, stores, beaches...
Biking is my favorite way to spend free time with my family, especially while on vacation. My little son always enjoys riding in his favorite bicycle trailer, attached to my bike. It is always fun and great entertaining for him and a perfect way for me and my husband to spend an active day and exercise.
This summer vacation we spend on Cape Cod at Ocean Edge Resort in Brewster, Mass. The resort is a great place for the whole family, it was the perfect vacation, nice weather, golfing, beaches, tennis, and family biking with my son in the bicycle trailer. He would not make it on his own, more fun for David was riding in the bicycle trailer and watch nice landscapes. My son never complained about spending the whole day on the trail, he was happy and perfectly entertained.
Thanks to such a product, like bicycle trailer, we can go biking and take our little one with us, instead leaving him with our baby sitter. There are many kinds of bicycle trailers, made by Schwinn and In Step.
The other benefit of biking together as a family is teaching our son, how to spend free time in a very active way and to build up his desire to fitness and exercise.

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2009-08-16T16:49:00.000-07:00

Bicycle trailers are good products for active parents. You can take your child for entertaining ride, while you exercise, that makes double benefits. Bicycle trailer is one of the most basic transportation needs, easily and without any hassle. Some products are design for 2 children, siblings or friends, for up to 100 lbs. Wheels are perfect for paved roads or sidewalks. IN STEP and SCHWINN make very nice and safe products, with many options to choose from. The best part is, that you can easily convert a bicycle trailer into a jogging stroller, with an included kit.
Promote healthy lifestyle, stay fit and teach your children, how to spend free time effectively, and in healthy way. Parents are first teachers for their babies, they watch us and learn.