Aaron S
i just started to learn yesterday i am 14. i know its sad. but i cant put my feet on the pedals i can balence but i can't put my feet on the pedals so any tips ppl?
Answer
Lower the seat. Your leg should be almost, but not fully, extended when your foot rests on the pedal at the bottom of the stroke. It's really hard to learn if the bike doesn't fit you.
FWIW, one of our kids had a lot of trouble learning because she was so afraid of being hurt. We bought her knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist braces, so that even if she fell she couldn't really get hurt very badly. Once she felt safe, she learned in about two days and never wore the protective gear again, except her helmet.
Lower the seat. Your leg should be almost, but not fully, extended when your foot rests on the pedal at the bottom of the stroke. It's really hard to learn if the bike doesn't fit you.
FWIW, one of our kids had a lot of trouble learning because she was so afraid of being hurt. We bought her knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist braces, so that even if she fell she couldn't really get hurt very badly. Once she felt safe, she learned in about two days and never wore the protective gear again, except her helmet.
What size bike would be best to get my 4 year old?
14' or 16'?
Answer
It is not possible to say that because you didnt give us the height of your child.
Technically, the way you should select a bike is:
1: the feet should comfortably reach the pedals and be able to move them without any strain. check the design of the pedals too. They should be wide enough to accomodate the foot and should not slip or slide.
2. his/her feet should be able make contact with the ground when sittinng on the bike. This helps tremendously because in case of an emergency or sudden stop, contact with the ground is essential.
3. the arms must be able to reach the handlebars easily and he/she should be able to turn well, the full turning radius of the bike.
4. The sitting position should be right to avoid spinal problems and back aches. Most bikes come with adjustable seat and handlebar heights.
5. The seat itself should have good padding and support.
6. It depends on the style too. I bought my kid a bike and he threw it away saying he didnt like that color and the model.
7. Bounce the bike a few times and see how it springs. if it bounces well, that means the tyres are good and it has good shocks. If it doesnt, then your kid will have a really rough and bumpy ride.
8. get some luggage space, either in front of the handlebars or behind the seat.
9. Check the drive-chain and wheel spokes. They should not be too close or else the leg will entangle.
I know it seems to be a lot, but buying a bike isnt childs play..
Hope this helps
Happy biking
It is not possible to say that because you didnt give us the height of your child.
Technically, the way you should select a bike is:
1: the feet should comfortably reach the pedals and be able to move them without any strain. check the design of the pedals too. They should be wide enough to accomodate the foot and should not slip or slide.
2. his/her feet should be able make contact with the ground when sittinng on the bike. This helps tremendously because in case of an emergency or sudden stop, contact with the ground is essential.
3. the arms must be able to reach the handlebars easily and he/she should be able to turn well, the full turning radius of the bike.
4. The sitting position should be right to avoid spinal problems and back aches. Most bikes come with adjustable seat and handlebar heights.
5. The seat itself should have good padding and support.
6. It depends on the style too. I bought my kid a bike and he threw it away saying he didnt like that color and the model.
7. Bounce the bike a few times and see how it springs. if it bounces well, that means the tyres are good and it has good shocks. If it doesnt, then your kid will have a really rough and bumpy ride.
8. get some luggage space, either in front of the handlebars or behind the seat.
9. Check the drive-chain and wheel spokes. They should not be too close or else the leg will entangle.
I know it seems to be a lot, but buying a bike isnt childs play..
Hope this helps
Happy biking
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