Off-the-bike activities
In our slightly biased opinion, cycling is a lot of fun, but it’s a good idea to incorporate some off-the-bike activities too.
This could be a simple river or beach stop to paddle and throw stones, or you might have a specific attraction to visit along the way – a spooky castle or open gardens to explore.
Sometimes it’s about getting creative – making art with objects you can find in nature, photographing your favourite sights, stopping to do some watercolour painting or drawing, writing a travel journal/scrapbook or doing a scavenger hunt.
On-the-bike activities
If your kids are on their own cycles or a tag-along, you could set yourselves a nature spotting challenge or give them a bike computer to track your speed and mileage.
If they’re in a trailer then there are lots of options – listening to audio books, picture books, toys, colouring-in books and more.
If you already care for a little one, then we probably don’t need to emphasise the importance of having plenty of snacks. Keep them handy in a handlebar bag or similar.
Happy cycling!