Children make good cycling companions because they're adaptable, energetic and want to have fun. However, cycling with kids is not as easy as hopping on your bike and taking off. Here are some saddle-savvy tips.




"How do I get my child started in cycling?" It's one of the first questions bike-riding parents ask. Happily, kids and bikes seem to be drawn together by a natural kind of magnetism. By following the tips we outline here, you can quickly strengthen that attraction.
A Child's Bike Progression
Our more than 120 miles of bikeways, many bike amenities and strong, vibrant bicycling community has prompted Bicycling magazine to name Minneapolis as America's best bike city in its May, 2010 issue, stating that "The unforgiving and frigid city of Minneapolis is the country's top spot to be an urban cyclist." In the article, Minneapolis is noted for having a large and supportive biking community and extensive infrastructure in place for cyclists.
Did you Know?
Last night the snow fell lightly whispering through the air like a million tiny silver spiders dangling from their threads – a perfect night for cross country skiing! I accepted the night’s invitation and headed to the trail. I let my skis lead the way as the darkness rendered my sight useless. The crisp 9 degree air was freezing the moisture on my eye lashes. What a small price to pay for the revitalizing experience of gliding through the woods at night over freshly fallen snow.