EPISODE · Oct 21, 2025 · 42 MIN
025: Family Biking Made Simple: Tips for Moms Who Want to Ride More
from Let's Go Outside | Adventurous Moms, Hiking, Camping, Travelling with Kids, Parenting Outside · host Danika Vanderpyl
In this episode, I’m joined by Kristen Bonkoski—licensed USA Cycling coach, NICA mountain bike coach, and the creator of Rascal Rides and Femme Cyclist. Kristen is passionate about helping families discover the joy of biking together.We talk about how to get kids started on bikes—from balance bikes to their first pedal bike—plus simple ways to build confidence, keep riding fun, and stay safe on family bike rides. Kristen shares how she motivated her own son to love biking, how to know when your child is ready to ride on their own, and what to look for when choosing a kid’s bike, or kid’s helmet.We talk about: How to introduce biking to your kids in a fun, low-pressure wayTips for building confidence and independence on two wheelsWhat to look for when choosing a kid’s bikeHow to stay safe while biking as a familyHow biking impacts kids for the long term For the moms who already know biking with kids is worth it—but could use a few tips to make it easier and more fun—this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, capable, and ready to get rolling together.Places mentioned: Tour de Mont BlancGear mentioned: Woom Bikes iBert Bike Seat: https://amzn.to/3L5mGPvShotgun Seat: https://alnk.to/2uJMLlG MacRides: https://ca.mac-ride.com/collections/child-bike-seats Bike Pogies: https://www.kidsrideshotgun.ca/products/kids-ride-shotgun-pogies Tow Ropes Tow Yee: https://amzn.to/47zbjbs Kids Ride Shot Gun: https://amzn.to/47yC5AC Balance Bike: https://alnk.to/8EMj6dq Follow me tandem: https://amzn.to/4nXVKzN Cargo Bikes Connect with Kristen: Websites: For Families - https://rascalrides.com/ For Women Riders - https://www.femmecyclist.com/ Instagram: @rascal_rides https://www.instagram.com/rascal_rides/ Join the FREE Facebook community: Connect with other women in your area to go exploring with, ask your gear and trip questions, search in FB groups Let’s Go Outside Podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/1984734118616209/ Connect with me on IG: @besidethemountain Try Danika’s healthy snack recipes: https://besidethemountain.com/Watch on podcasts YouTube: @besidethemountainEmail me: [email protected] Codes & Discounts:Wee Woolies: https://www.weewoollies.com/ Use code LetsGoOutside for 10% offDownload my FREE high protein snacks ebook: besidethemountain.com/protein-ebook
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In this episode, I’m joined by Kristen Bonkoski—licensed USA Cycling coach, NICA mountain bike coach, and the creator of Rascal Rides and Femme Cyclist. Kristen is passionate about helping families discover the joy of biking together.We talk about how to get kids started on bikes—from balance bikes to their first pedal bike—plus simple ways to build confidence, keep riding fun, and stay safe on family bike rides. Kristen shares how she motivated her own son to love biking, how to know when your child is ready to ride on their own, and what to look for when choosing a kid’s bike, or kid’s helmet.We talk about: How to introduce biking to your kids in a fun, low-pressure wayTips for building confidence and independence on two wheelsWhat to look for when choosing a kid’s bikeHow to stay safe while biking as a familyHow biking impacts kids for the long term For the moms who already know biking with kids is worth it—but could use a few tips to make it easier and more fun—this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, capable, and ready to get rolling together.Places mentioned: Tour de Mont BlancGear mentioned: Woom Bikes iBert Bike Seat: https://amzn.to/3L5mGPvShotgun Seat: https://alnk.to/2uJMLlG MacRides: https://ca.mac-ride.com/collections/child-bike-seats Bike Pogies: https://www.kidsrideshotgun.ca/products/kids-ride-shotgun-pogies Tow Ropes Tow Yee: https://amzn.to/47zbjbs Kids Ride Shot Gun: https://amzn.to/47yC5AC Balance Bike: https://alnk.to/8EMj6dq Follow me tandem: https://amzn.to/4nXVKzN Cargo Bikes Connect with Kristen: Websites: For Families - https://rascalrides.com/ For Women Riders - https://www.femmecyclist.com/ Instagram: @rascal_rides https://www.instagram.com/rascal_rides/ Join the FREE Facebook community: Connect with other women in your area to go exploring with, ask your gear and trip questions, search in FB groups Let’s Go Outside Podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/1984734118616209/ Connect with me on IG: @besidethemountain Try Danika’s healthy snack recipes: https://besidethemountain.com/Watch on podcasts YouTube: @besidethemountainEmail me: [email protected] Codes & Discounts:Wee Woolies: https://www.weewoollies.com/ Use code LetsGoOutside for 10% offDownload my FREE high protein snacks ebook: besidethemountain.com/protein-ebook
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