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E-Biking the Coromandel Peninsula – goRide Community Sharing

by Jo | Mar 23, 2023 | get Inspired

E-Biking the Coromandel Peninsula with a Gear Trailer Attached

goRide Community Sharing – Read this story from a 73 year old lady who loved her multi-day e-biking holiday on the Coromandel Penisula. Read about her experience and discover whether this could be an option for you.

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We are collecting and sharing experiences of riding so you can see what others have done. This will give you some confidence and understanding of whether you may be capable of doing the same type of ride.

E-Biking on the Roads of the Coromandel Peninsula

Details & Date of Ride

In December 2021, over 13 days and covering around 300km over the ride, we E-Biked the Coromandel Peninsula. We travelled approximately 40kms/day on our E-Bikes. We biked the main road from Waihi around the Coromandel Peninsula (Whangamata, Tairua, Whitianga, Whangapoua, Coromandel, Thames) and returned to Waihi. During the ride we had a rest day, plus a day to explore. Our E-bikes had to recharge some days as its hilly so battery use is more!

Bikes and Carrying Gear

We travelled on E-Bikes and towed a gear trailer for some of our stuff, it was excellent to pull behind the E Bikes.

My biking experience and capabilities

I have been riding regularly for about 30+ years.
I’m comfortable riding tracks up to level 3, but choose to stay on easier tracks and roads where possible these days!

Your Experience of the Ride

It was exciting and very challenging for me. I loved the freedom scenery and bird life. The people we met. Wonderful accomodation, glamping included at Whangapoua, my favourite place.
Loved it, but we had some long days due to recharging batteries, or stopping to explore and chat to people. I felt it was one of our best holidays. The weather was mixed, a storm passed through so we had to stay longer at Whitianga, overall though it was pleasant cycling weather.

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Further Comments

I don’t know how that ride would be now after the floods. Don’t be put off by the road traffic, we had good lights, and a flag on the small trailer. We made way for all traffic to pass, especially on narrow roads.

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Be Visible Buying Guide

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Be Visible - Youth/Kids

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Bike Jacket Buying Guide

What is the best bike jacket for the riding you do? There are many factors to consider in your decision. Use our Buying Guide to get the right bike jacket solution.

Bike Helmet Buying Guide

What is the best bike helmet for the type of riding you do? There are many factors to consider in your decision. Use our Buying Guide to get the right bike helmet.

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Riding a Bike with Young Twins

by Annette | Sep 1, 2022 | get Inspired

To ride a bike with twins or siblings who are close in age is a great way to travel as a family. You just need to understand what will work for this type of riding.

Helping you to get the right kids bike seat or trailer for your family.

Riding a Bike with a 1 yr old

Family riding is great fun and can be started when your child is approximately 1 year old. All the options for riding with a one year old are great ones – front seats, rear seats or bike trailers. They have been designed with very young children in mind so have amazing harness systems and great seating support.

What you need to know…

Riding a bike with more than one child will change the experience you have. If you need to add the weight of twins or young siblings there are some things to be aware of

the added weight will change how your bike feels and handles. The balance of your bike will be different. To be safe & comfortable riding with this weight you will need to practice in a quiet location away from traffic and other riders
you will need to commit to a more frequent bike service and maintenance. For example your brake pads will wear out faster so will need to be replaced more often
be prepared to ride on the flat, over easy to manage terrain, or choose to ride an E-Bike for the assistance it gives, or get stronger & fitter to handle the physical demand of hill climbing with two children

The Best Options for Riding a Bike with Twins or Siblings Close in Age

To follow are examples of the best ways to ride a bike with more than one child. If you choose to ride with one of these set ups your riding will be more enjoyable and you will not be comprising your safety or comfort. Their are options for different budgets so hopefully you can find something that suits.

Double Bike Trailer

This instantly gives you two seats for kids 1-4yrs. Towing is a great way to manage the additional weight.

Compatible with all modern bike frames or styles, including E-Bikes. There are different trailer options that match different riding environments.

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Step Through Frame with Front & Rear Seats

Having weight in front and behind you balances your bike. Front seat 1-3yrs, Rear seat 1-6yrs.

Step through frames make mounting, stopping & starting easy.

Learn More - Step Through Frames & Kids Bike Seats

E-Bike with Front & Rear Seats

Having weight in front and behind you balances your bike. Front seat 1-3yrs, Rear seat 1-6yrs.

E-Bikes assist you with effort, so are great when you have added weight. We recommend a step through frame or low top tube for ease when mounting or dismounting.

Learn More: E-Bikes & Attached Kids Bike Seats

E-Cargo Bike – Lots of Seat Options

For young kids you will need a harness system. So two rear seats, a front & rear seat…

Utility E-Bike and Yepp Kids Seats.goRide

Cargo bikes don’t need to be huge & heavy. They are awesome for carrying more than one child and can replace your car.

Learn More: Cargo Bikes & Transporting Kids

Other Considerations…

If the examples above are not how you imagined riding with your twins or two young kids, thats OK, there are other ways to achieve your goal. Perhaps you don’t have or want to ride a step through frame but would like your kids attached to your bike?

Understand more about different bike frames/styles & kids bike seats by reading our story Kids Bike Seat Match By Frame

Not all the bikes that we ride in New Zealand are a great match to kids bike seats or trailers. When you want to add two kids to your bike you may find there are more restrictions.

To follow is a quick list of the design features that can limit your ability to use or attach a bike seat or trailer to your bike;

carbon frames/carbon seat posts – not compatible, not recommended for clamping/attachment
full suspension mountain bikes
the type of handlebar stem called a threadless stem
29 inch wheels
frame size – small or x-small

If the bike you are wanting to use has any of these features and you want to know a bit more please read our stories… which will explain the issue in detail.

- Small Bike Frames – How to Ride with Your Child
- Bike Features & Attaching a Kids Bike Seat – Front, Mid & Rear Seats
- Bike Features & Towing a Kids Bike Seat

Safety Comes First…

Riding with a baby/toddler changes the feel of the bike and alters your riding experience when you are adding two children to your bike this becomes magnified but it is still very achievable. Understanding the changes helps you be prepared for riding with your toddlers making the experience safe, easy and enjoyable right from the beginning. If you are wondering if you can manage, and to help you get prepared, please read our stories which are full of great information and tips.

Story: How will riding with a baby/toddler feel?

Story: Be Confident to Ride a Bike with a Toddler

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Be Confident to Ride a Bike with a Toddler

by Annette | Aug 17, 2022 | get Inspired

Riding with a young child is a responsibility you need to be comfortable with. There are ways to begin slowly and work on your confidence to ride a bike with a toddler. It will be possible to really enjoy the experience and relax… so let’s learn how.

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Guide - Biking with a Baby/1yr old

Guide: Riding with a 2-4yr old

People all over New Zealand and the world choose to take their babies and toddlers on bikes from a young age. So it is definitely something that can be achieved. Adding weight to a bike will change the experience. When that weight is a child you need to be happy with the responsibility you are taking on. There are definitely things you can do to make your riding successful. To follow is advice and tips that will give you the confidence to ride a bike with a child or baby. We want to help you feel comfortable and safe from the first time you ride.

How to Prepare Yourself for Riding a Bike with a Toddler

The key is enjoyment. You must be able to enjoy time on your bike to share that with someone else. You will know you are ready to try riding with your child when you feel relaxed and safe riding on your own. Once you have this feeling you will have the desire and belief that you can add a passenger to your journeys. When you feel comfortable with your bike in this way go for a test ride somewhere you would want to take your child, to familiarise yourself with the trail, or choose to go somewhere you ride often. Inviting friends or family to join you will widen the joy.

Any time you spend exercising off the bike or riding on your own will only improve the riding you do with your child. If you feel fit and strong, the handling of your bike will be easier and you will want to ride more.

Always try to ride in a new environment on your own first, thinking about how you would manage with your toddler and what their experience would be.

To ride with your child you will have a front, mid or rear kids bike seat attached to your bike, be towing a kids bike trailer or towing a child riding their own bike. It is important to understand how the bike seat, trailer or tow you are using works so you are comfortable with it. This will help you feel confident in your ability to use it and solve any problems that come up. Knowing how it attaches/detaches, how to check it is safe and understanding how the harness works. Also make a judgment on how long they can comfortably sit in it/on it. Think about their experience and what they can see or hear.

Having a seat or trailer attached to your bike will feel different to begin with. Everyone will notice this change, from experienced riders to beginners. With practise you will get better. Practise riding with the seat or trailer without your child first before you ride together.

How to Prepare your Baby or Toddler for Their First Bike Ride

The bike seat or trailer that you choose to use for riding will be a familiar thing to your child if it is harnessed. They will have spent time harnessed into a car seat and buggy or stroller. If you have been using a Multi Use Trailer as a stroller the transition to biking will be very easy. Unharnessed seats will be different so suit well balanced, confident kids or are a better choice as a second seat for older kids after they become used to the feel of a bike.

The helmet will be a different story! Introduce a helmet to your child as early as possible. When it arrives in your house be excited to have it there. Leave it out for your child to see, touch, interact with… and hopefully try on. Show them your bike helmet, show them what you do with your bike helmet. If your child refuses to try a helmet on or gets upset when it is on their head, they are simply not ready. Wait a few days then try again, don’t push it and don’t make it a negative thing. It is law in NZ for them to wear a helmet when they are a passenger on a bike so if they won’t wear it you can not ride. The biggest determining factor for getting a baby on a bike is having a helmet that fits well and they can safely wear. For more on this topic see When Can I Ride a Bike with my Baby?

Create an environment that supports riding success

To feel calm and in control you should not be rushing or pressured for time
If you begin slowly and are prepared you are more likely to relax and enjoy yourself
You will feel better about going if you have gone through a pre-ride routine and done some checks
Know that sometimes it will be fun and some times it will not, thats the reality of trying anything with a toddler/young child

Grandad out riding on local bikepaths with 1 year old in rear seat.

Bikepath riding with child in bike trailer.

Pre-ride Routine or Process

Pre-ride Routine or Process

Where are you going? Can you leave from your house or will you want to drive somewhere first? How do you feel about where you are planning to ride, is it easy? Are you comfortable with the traffic and the terrain? For your first few rides we recommend easy, wide, smooth off road trails, try to keep it as simple as possible. Be clear about the intention – a short ride for fun/recreation, use your bike to go pick something up, visit a friend, family or cafe. Always know the route you are going to take or the roads/trails you are going to use and how long it will take you (the first few rides are not the time to get lost).

Length of ride & time of day. Make it short, stop regularly and talk lots with your child. Repeated short, fun experiences are the best way to start. What time of day is best for your passenger? Are they alert, feed and up for an adventure?

Weather & safety. For your initial rides aim for clear skies and warm weather. If the day looks a bit dodgy consider changing your plans. What will keep your child safe in their seat or trailer – their helmet, how warm they are, how visible you both are to traffic and trail users, what tools you might need along the way.

2. Safety checks

The adult bike
The attachments of kids seat or trailer
Any wear & tear on helmets & harness

Riding Routine or Process

Establish a routine for putting on your child’s helmet and getting them safely into the kids seat, trailer or tow

2. Ride safely, confidently and keep them comfortable

Control your speed, be prepared to stop, scan the environment and know the road or route you are taking
Communicate and talk while you ride
Your child will be sitting on the bike, trailer or tow while you do the work so it is vitally important to make sure they are kept comfortable while you ride. Think about the weather and how this will effect their comfort and don’t ride for too long, take lots of breaks.
Riding your bike with the added weight of a toddler will feel different to begin with. Everyone will notice this change, from experienced riders to beginners. With practise you will get better. The more regularly you make the effort to go out riding the easier it will get (the process, the feeling of your bike, your fitness). Understand the changes to your riding that different bike seats can have. Read the stories that relate to the seat or trailer you have or are considering.

Riding Safely with a Front Seat

Riding Safely with a Mid Seat

Riding Safely with a Rear Seat

Riding Safely with a Bike Trailer

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Get Ready to Ride a Bike with a Baby…

There are lots of options for riding with a 1 year old, have a look at what we think are the best… Riding With a 1 Year Old

Get Ready to Ride a Bike with a Child 2-4yrs…

There are lots of options for riding with a 2-4 year old, have a look at what we think are the best… Riding With a 2-4 Year Old

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First Bike Helmet

Everything we ask for your first bike helmet. Lightweight, good head coverage, adjustable, chin pinch guard. The back of this helmet is flat so toddlers can comfortably lean their head on bike seats

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Electric Bikes & Kids Bike Trailers

by Jo | Aug 4, 2022 | get Inspired

Choosing an Electric Bike to use to tow kids/grandkids is a great idea and there are a lot of bikes on the market that will work really well for this purpose.

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It can be a great option to use an E-Bike for towing The largest barrier to riding with a kids bike trailer is the strength and fitness capability of the lead rider to bike safely and comfortably with the increased load that a trailer holding one or two kids creates. An electric bike removes/reduces this barrier. An E-Bike gives you added power and provides the rider with the ability to cover greater distances, ride up slopes and hills with more ease. As your child grows the weight of the load your are towing increases. So E-bikes can support you to be able to tow your child through a wider age range.

What comes first the Electric Bike or the towing product?

This may not be a decision you have to make because you may already have one or the other. If not, the bike should be your first purchase. This purchase needs to be really focused on a bike that makes you feel comfortable and safe. Once you have this feeling of confidence about riding an E-Bike you can then look at the options of how you would tow your child/children/grandchildren – now and in years to come.

Get some great buying advice at Buying an E-Bike to Transport Kids or Grandkids.

Will your Electric Bike work with a Bike Trailer for Kids?

Choosing an Electric Bike to use to carry or tow kids/grandkids is a great idea and there are a lot of bikes on the market that will work really well for this purpose. Towing children with an E-Bike works well but you need to have an understanding of attachment points and how towing can affect your riding. As with standard bikes not all E-Bikes will work. It is about finding a solution to fit your situation.

Bike trailers are a good way to transport multiple young kids with a bike. The storage ability is a bonus. Single Seat Trailer age range 1-6 yr old, Double seat Trailer age range 1-4 yr old.

What does the E-Bike need?

The arm on a bike trailer attaches to the rear wheel hub (middle of your wheel). It be able to attach it to your rear wheel it comes with a Quick Release Adaptor to replace your existing axel. E-Bikes commonly have rear wheel hub gears which will require you to purchase a different type of adaptor to allow you to attach to your rear wheel . Found out more at Will a Bike Trailer Fit My Bike?

For information on options for attaching a Kids Bike Seat to the frame (front, mid, rear) of your bike see this story called Kids Bike Seats & Electric Bikes.

Electric Bikes & Safety

As always be aware of your safety… E-Bikes give you the ability to travel at a much faster speed than you would achieve under your own power. What does this mean when towing a child? While it might not be an issue while going up a hill, what does it mean on the flat or braking when coming down a hill? If this is how you will tow your child we recommend you spend longer in the practice/safe environment when you first get set up, going over balance, cornering at a greater speed and stopping distances.

Electric Bikes & Multiple Children

Electric bikes are a great idea if you are considering riding with more than one child on your bike. Whether they are both attached in seats or you chose to tow an older child having an electric assist will make riding a bike so much more pleasant.

You will need to be aware of the multiple attachment points of the set up you are thinking of riding with. We recommend spreading the weight as soon as possible; one child on the bike, one child being towed. There are a great range of possibilities to choose from. Depending on your budget and where you like to ride, there are definitely solutions for everyone in the market.

Let us know if you are struggling with this at all, we are here to help. Call 0800 44 33 77 to speak to Annette… or fill out our Kids Bike Seat Solution Finder to get a personalised recommendation for a kids bike seat & electric bike use.

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Autumn Riding Tips – Enjoy More Time on Your Bike

by Annette | Feb 25, 2022 | get Inspired

Welcome to Autumn riding tips. Cooler, more unpredictable weather awaits you on the bike. Autumn is the season where you want to use all the summer riding you have done to your advantage. You just need to be aware of the conditions you are potentially riding in and have solutions to any challenges.

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Autumn – manage cooler weather & more time on your bike

To continue the success of your Summer riding into Autumn you need to get ready with some appropriate gear or bike accessories. Some additions are for safety, others to help protect you from the weather or fluctuating temperatures. During Autumn you may choose to ride a bit further or go on a bike trip… what does this mean for your comfort & safety?

Everyone will have a slightly different list of requirements to keep them smiling while Autumn riding. Just pick out the tips you think apply to you, in terms of how you would like to ride in Autumn. If your bike of choice is an E-Bike all this stuff applies – perhaps more – as you can go further and be out riding for longer.

Weather & Distance

The biggest challenge for Autumn riding is managing the cooler temperatures and continuing to be comfortable on your bike. Choosing to continue to ride your bike, ride further or to complete a track or trail in this season is a great idea and you won’t be alone out on the trails as many other riders choose this season to achieve a bit more on their bikes.

Your comfort will be challenged as you ride greater distances. Keep yourself protected in the right way at your contact points with the bike, especially your butt and your hands. This important topic is talked about more below…
Layering is a skill you will need to get good at. Light layers that can be easily removed or added as the weather changes or as you warm up on the bike. Have warmer clothing so you keep up your riding and are not put off by being cold on the bike
Adding some length in your clothing. These ‘shoulder’ seasons are a great time to ride in 3/4 lengths, whether that is sleeve length or leg length.
Carry a jacket whenever you head out to deal with sudden weather changes or unpredictable weather. This can be for simple wind protection or to help in a passing rain shower. A jacket that will pack down well and not be too bulky when carried in a bag or panniers.
If you don’t already have one consider adding a bell to your handlebars especially if you want to ride on popular or shared cycle trails
What are your bike gear carrying choices? With cooler weather and greater distances you will find you need to take more gear, mainly clothing. Can you easily manage this with your current options? Could you add a handlebar bag or attach some panniers to your bike? Perhaps a hydration bag would be a good idea…

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Summer Riding Tips – Enjoy More Time On Your Bike

by Annette | Dec 2, 2021 | get Inspired

Welcome to Summer riding tips. Long, warm days, warm summer evenings with lots of opportunity to ride. Summer is the season that we use our bikes the most. You just need to be aware of the conditions you are potentially riding in and have solutions to any challenges.

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Summer – the season to manage the heat

To enjoy Summer on your bike you need to get ready with some appropriate gear or bike accessories. Some additions are for safety, others to help with your temperature management. During Summer you may choose to ride more often and go a bit further than you have been in other seasons… what does this mean for your comfort & safety?

Everyone will have a slightly different list of requirements to keep them smiling while Summer riding. Just pick out the tips you think apply to you, in terms of how you would like to ride in Summer. If your bike of choice is an E-Bike all this stuff applies – perhaps more – as you can go further and be out riding for longer.

Heat Management

The biggest challenge for summer riding is heat. Always choose to ride in cooler conditions or in the shade if you can.

Light, breathable fabrics are a must to pull moisture off your body. Damp, wet clothes and hot conditions will lead to chaffing. Is this the season you should be using chamois cream?
Water intake is crucial if your riding is for 30 minutes or more. Take the right amount of water for the riding conditions you are heading into. Think carefully about how you will carry water and know where any potential water stops along the way are. During summer you may need to stop more often choosing shady places out of direct sunlight. Take the time to drink your water during these stops.
Cover up with light, loose clothing, use sunscreen or choose to ride early morning or in the cooler evening temperatures.

Your bike riding success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.

Summer Riding Page

Stories & support to help you have a successful season of summer riding. Be prepared for the conditions.

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Stories in Types of Riding support you to learn about riding a bike in different environments. So you can successfully choose to ride more place, more often.

Support and inspire other riders and families to ride

Share your riding outings, adventures and experiences on our quick and easy question and answer forms. Join us in helping others ride bikes. All entries receive a free shipping coupon and go into our seasonal prize draw.

goRide SHARING FORM

goRide supporting women and families to SMILE when you ride

What are the successful Visibility solutions for you? Your success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.

Your bike riding success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.

Your bike riding success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.

First Bike Helmet

What does the E-Bike need?

Biking with Babies

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Your bike riding success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.

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Your bike riding success is different to others… use our stories and support, get the right solutions.