Let's hear it for Cooper and Hogan who made their initial bike to school trip for the spring this morning! Way to go, fellas!
The weather is getting better by the day - dust off those bikes and helmets and get ready to roll. Gloves and thin stocking caps under the helmets might be needed for the morning rides for a while, but don't let that stop you!
An ABC Quick Check is in order after a long winter storage:
*Check the air in the tires. Chances are they've naturally deflated quite a bit over the winter. Not sure how much to inflate? Check the side wall of the tires like you would on your car to see what the recommended PSI is. Somewhere between 40 and 60 PSI is a good bet.
*Give the brakes a squeeze and make sure they are working properly.
*Look at the chain and make sure it is on the chainring, isn't broken, etc.
*Do a quick spin around the driveway to make sure that everything feels right. Chances are that your kid grew like a weed over the winter and his/her saddle needs to be raised!
If you find mechanical problems, any of our wonderful local bike shops will be willing and able to help out. Tell 'em Activate Omaha sent you! :)
Now is also a great time to review safe riding rules with your kids. Helmets EVERY time! Also, please be sure to use caution when encountering the loose gravel still on our streets, especially in the intersections. Extra braking time is required!
Got great photos of your family biking to school that you want to share? Feel free to send them our way!
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