BIKE RESOURCE GUIDE
Trailblazers believes that learning to ride a bike in a positive, safe, and fun environment is key to becoming a happy and healthy lifelong rider. Whether you’re planning to cruise around your neighborhood, ride local trails, or commute to work, cycling opens the door to endless possibilities for fun, fitness, and exploration.
But let’s be honest—starting out can feel a bit overwhelming. What gear do you need? How do you prepare your bike? What are the rules? This guide covers it all, from setting up your ride to navigating safely. Plus, biking isn’t just about the ride—it’s about the connections you make along the way. We’ll help you find local riding groups and resources to become part of the Northwest Arkansas cycling community.
Let’s get rolling—together!
LET’S PLAY BIKES
Let’s Play Bikes features tips for parents and guardians as well as games and activities designed to help children discover the joy of riding a bike. Each progressive level helps to build confidence and skills for your rider while giving you, the parent, tips, and ideas for stress-free learning and fun. These activities are adapted from our school-based curriculum and are written for families to experience together and enjoy.
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Guide Levels
“Get Ready” Part 1 is for introducing your child to riding. Get Ready includes tips and games for teaching balance on two wheels. Geared toward children ages 1-4 or older children that haven’t learned to ride.
"Get Set!” Part 2 includes tips and activities to help your child to transition from balance-biking to pedaling. Get Set is appropriate for ages 3-7 or any child who has mastered the balance bike and is ready for pedaling.
“Go!” Part 3 helps you to assist your child to develop bike handling skills and confidence needed for greater independence. Activities and games are designed for children 6-10 or any-aged child who has already learned to ride a bike to develop further skills.
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