Bike built for two!

There’s nothing like going on a nice bike ride to the beach. Although, it’s quite a different experience when you have young kids in tow — that don’t peddle! Mama saw a whole family cruising to the beach the other day and Lily-girl could not stop talking about our next bike ride. Of course our rides consist of around the block to the park because training wheels only get you so far.

Then Mama saw this machine…what a beauty! The little girl was riding in back and Mama was in the front. It’s a Schwinn Tango Tandem Bike, $650 (not cheap!).


However, how is Baby Boy going to go with us? And since Lily-girl is still on training wheels, can she really pedal this puppy? Not a chance! Mama did find some good alternatives however and the cutest bike helmets around.


Seat with a view — Mama is loves the WeeRide LTD Kangaroo Child Bike Seat because it attaches to the front of your bike rather than the back. This way you can see your child and make sure they aren’t falling out or unbuckling their straps. They will also love looking out rather than looking at your back. Baby Boy gives it two thumbs up! Available at amazon.com, $70.


Hitchhiker — this is much more up Lily-girl’s alley for bike-riding — a Hitch Hiker Trailer that fits on the back of Mama’s bike. The parent controls the steering, pedaling and braking make it easy for young ones to come along for the ride. Great for interim bike riding between riding on their own and training wheels. Available at amazon.com, $139.99.


Trailer tail – if you have more than two kids to take along that aren’t able to ride along side you, try a bike trailer built for one or two. It attaches to the back of the bike for a smooth, easy ride. Available at amazon.com, $75 for the double-wide!


Even if your little one is in a trailer, always suit them up in a helmet for safety! Mama adores the Nutcase Little Nutty Bike Helmets — the designs are so fun and the kids will love wearing them. Available at REI.com, $45.