Biking With the Boys

We had one of those pull behind things for kids to sit in when we went biking, and Micah took complete advantage of that thing the one time we had it out. (Mostly, I used it as an off road stroller of sorts to haul around kids that didn't walk yet.) But the boy has reached the point where he wants to do everything his older siblings do, and riding in a cart while everyone else is biking just isn't cool. At all.

So we traded up for a Co-Pilot. This fun little invention is a bike that attaches onto the back of an adult bike. That adult would be Sam, because this adult has trouble enough balancing herself, much less Micah and his bike.



Today, we hit the trail with the bikes, as a family. It was the first time I've biked in years. Literally. I remember the last time I went, my backside was sore for days afterward. I invested in a comfy, cushioned, super-extra-wide seat before we headed out, and it made all the difference in the world. I had a great time and really enjoyed it. Sam, on the other hand, had quite the workout. Pulling that boy was a chore, but Micah loved it immensely.



And here's where I'll put a plug in for this awesome invention, even though I said it was a chore for Sam to drive. Methinks it's designed for toddlers who can't bike yet, because, duh. One wouldn't buy it for their teenaged son who's too lazy to pedal on his own. The problem we have is that Micah is not a toddler, but a 65 pound lunk of solidness. Sam is going to be in super shape by the end of summer, and Micah is already a very happy camper.



Also? I'm incredibly proud of myself. Not only did I manage to keep my bike upright the entire time and not have an accident, but I took pictures while riding. For being a Major Klutz, that's pretty huge right there.