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We write a lot of stuff on this site about biking with kids. Information here is our opinion only and doesn't reflect any kind of official endorsement or expert advice. Like much of life, biking (yourself or with your kids) involves some risk, so use your own good judgment before hitting the road (or the bike path).Welcome! Places to Start!
Boston-Area Resources
We have a google group for Boston-area family and cargo bikers. Please join us if you are in the Boston area.
There is (finally!) a local shop that carries cargo bikes, family bikes, and other city-biking needs. Bicycle Belle is in Somerville, near Porter Square. Please support this great resource!
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Advice for taking the car free plunge — Part II: Back-up Plans
This is part of a series in response to a question we got way back when from a family considering remaining car free in our neighborhood after their car met an untimely (or timely?) demise. In Part I we addressed … Continue reading
Advice for the carfree plunge, Part 1: Gear
We got a comment last week from Lauren asking for advice in taking the step from car-light family to car-free family. She writes: “My family (two grown-ups one 3.5 year old) have been day dreaming about being car free for … Continue reading
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