Thomas has been gliding around on his Strider bike since his birthday last February, and we began thinking that he was ready to try a bike with pedals (and no training wheels). Ed's boss had a bike his son had outgrown that looked to be just about the right size, so Ed brought it home, cleaned it up, and we tried it out one beautiful Sunday afternoon.
Here was his first attempt:
Pretty cool, isn't it?! His balance was right on; it just seemed he'd forgotten how to steer! :)
Within 10 minutes, he was zooming about like a pro, even starting on his own. We are so proud of him! The only part he doesn't get yet is the brakes. He still stops by dragging his feet (time for new shoes, maybe?).
Of course, Jojo wanted in on the fun. He rode on:
Lightning
the tricycle
and TJ's bike.
Next spring we'll let him try the Strider, but for now he'll have to use Lightning and the tricycle!
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