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I Think of Biking as an Activity.........
Asked by C.R. from Rochester
on May 31, 2009
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I was thinking about getting a bike and a bike trailer for me and my son for the summer. It will be great to get out of the house once in a while without wasting the g...
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- Yes he needs a helmet. We bought a bike trailer about a year ago when my son had just recently turned 3. At the same time we bought him a helmet, and he loves to wea...
- We have a helmet for our 15 month old... The Giro Me2 Infant Bike Helmet is what I got after looking at reviews. Sold at Amazon... http://www.amazon.com/Giro-Infant-Bi...
- Yes, he should be in a helmet. It should be fit correctly as well. We have a Center for Childhood Safety in Green Bay who could probably point you in the right direc...
Kids Roaming the Neighborhood
Asked by A.K. from Detroit
on August 14, 2009
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Okay.. Here is the situation.. My kids are 5 (almost 6) and 4. I allow my 2 kids, alone in my backyard. They know they have to stay outback and in our yard. They are N...
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- Hi A.! I have a 6 and 4 yr old as well. I let them play outside with the neighborhood kids but only where i can see them. Honestly, you are not being over protect...
- You are a bit overprotective. My four children played out front growing up as did all the neighbors' children. Our street/neighborhood was safe. That is the big que...
- NOpe- I have the same problem and same rules. My son is 5.5 and my daughter 22 mos (she is not allowed outside alone). My son is allowed in the back yard when I am i...
Where to Donate Items That Will Be Picked Up?
Asked by C.M. from Detroit
on May 13, 2009
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Ladies,
I am spring cleaning and I have items of clothing, a swin exercise bike, full size bed rail and a office desk that i would like to get rid of. Does anyone k...
Riding a 2 Wheel Bike
Asked by A.U. from Detroit
on March 18, 2009
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Ok moms, what are some of your tips/tricks on getting my almost 5 yr old daughter to ride a bike without training wheels? Seems like all her other friends (same age) ...
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- Hi A., A tip for teaching your daughter to learn to ride a bike. This method takes time and patience. Make sure you have plenty of both before you begin. If h...
- My oldest started riding a 2 wheerler around 6yrs and my youngest is still trying to get the hang of it and she is 6yrs she can ride a 2 wheerler but not for too long ...
- Give her some time. There's no time limit on these things. My daughter didn't ride a 2 wheeler until she was 8. Some kids are just more scared than others. Good luck.
Biking with the Kids
Asked by A.M. from Lansing
on April 20, 2009
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Hello moms I am looking to buy a new bike and I was debating between getting a pull behind or just get a seat that attaches to my frame? I have a 2 1/2 y/o and a 6 y/o...
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- The pull behind ones are much safer if you have a wreck, so I'd go with that kind. They generally are 2 seaters, and then you can rearrange the harnesses if you want ...
- I find the seat to be much safer :)
- Depending on the size of your 2 year old, the WeeRide Kangaroo bike seat may be a good option. I've found it to be very easy to use with my almost-3-year-old. It sits ...
Bike for Sale !
Asked by N. from Chicago
on April 3, 2006
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Hi Everyone,
I still have my exercise bike for sale
for $50 it is in excellent condition.
Please e-mail me if intrested. I bought it last year with my taxes but on...
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- What kind of bike is it, do you sit straight up and peddle directly below yourself(like a regular bicycle) or do you lean back and sit peddling in front of you?
- Hi N., I don't remember what kind of bike it is. Could you give me some more detail and maybe a picture and where are you located? D.
- I am interested in your bike, is it taken yet? I really need it badly, my wedding is in July and I too am a busy mom w/2 kids, and lots of incentive:) I can pick it u...
Commuter Bike Recommendations
Asked by V.W. from San Francisco
on June 7, 2009
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Hi,
I am in the market for a new commuter bike. My needs are purely recreational and want to take my 1 yr old daughter biking along trails at the weekend etc. I hav...
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- Hi V., I know I'm responding a little late so maybe you've already bought your bike! I just wanted to mention something about the iBert seat. I have it too and LOVE i...
- If you want to be comfortable and stylish and don't have a need for lots of gears, I would recommend a beach cruiser. I have an Electra 3-speed beach cruiser and I ab...
- I would go to a bike shop and let the sales person educate you to the different types of bikes. Even look at the very expensive bikes you would not buy. It will give y...
Exercise Bike for Sale
Asked by N. from Chicago
on March 8, 2006
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I have a stationary exercise bike for sale in good condition for $50.
I live near Midway airport. I bought it last year with my taxes, but I get home late, and am bus...
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- Hi N., I am curious. What kind is it? Did you buy it new? Do you have a photo? etc. D.
- Is the bike still available or have you sold it already? Let me know on my real e-mail address - I live in Bridgeport, so I am close by. Let me know and thanks! R.
- I am highly interested in the bike. Please give me a call to further discuss. ###-###-####.
Looking for Ideas for How to Teach My Son to Pedal a Bike
Asked by D. from Chicago
on April 18, 2006
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We are attempting to teach our 2 1/2 yr old son to ride a bike with training wheels. When we push the bike, the pedals do not move. He has to push on them to make th...
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- I actually would stand behind my son when he had just turned 2, and physically move his feet properly then ask him to do it. The I would start one and he would push t...
- What we did was have our son put his feet on the pedals and push his feet to show him how it works and he caught right on it took all of 5 minutes. Hope that will help...
- Hi, well, at this age.. it might take a little time.. to just "get it"~once you see he CAN peddle..a big wheel, or something of the sort.. he understands... then, on ...
My Park Owner Won't Fix up the Streets in My Park.
Asked by M.M. from Detroit
on May 24, 2009
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Has anyone ever dealt with a "slum landlord"? My situation is this, I live in a mobile home park and it in the last year the lot rent was raised due to the parks expen...
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- I would approach the city government about it to see who's responsible. If rent has gone up in order to fix things up I would think you should see evidence of it. ...
- conatact FOX 2 problem solvers. You'll be amazed at how quickly they respond. Good luck :)
- M., Here is a link to the Michigan Consumer Protection Agency with the Attorney General's Office. This link takes you to a pdf file that details the rights and res...
