This is a complete guide to the flat, family-friendly Stanley Park Seawall Bike Trail - which is one of the most beautiful bike trails in the world. Vancouver’s Stanley Park was recently named the top urban park in the world by Trip Advisor. It's the third-biggest park in North America, a splendid 400 hectares of rain forest, right in the heart of Vancouver. Flanked by English … [Read more...]
Babies and Bikes: How to Help Your Kids to Get Active
Keeping your child active can be one of the most challenging parts of parenting. This post provides useful tips on how to help with this. Getting your kids moving is crucial for their health. And it starts when they are very little, and continues for decades. In the photos below: on the left, Maggie was heading off to the park to help our 7-year-old granddaughter learn how to … [Read more...]
Guide to the Galloping Goose Trail, Vancouver Island
This is a guide (plus map and videos) to cycling the family-friendly and dog-friendly Galloping Goose Trail on Vancouver Island. This is a very long, diverse and beautifully scenic bike trail, with bed and breakfast and camping options along the way. Cycle from an urban area, through a rural area, and end up in semi-wilderness with breathtaking views! The Galloping Goose Bike … [Read more...]
Bike Trails in Fort Stevens State Park in Oregon
Joe and I recently took our bikes to Fort Stevens State Park in Oregon, where we had a lot of fun riding the nine miles of trails. Fort Stevens State Park on the Oregon coast of the USA is a great place for family bike rides. This state park features nine miles of well-maintained off-road trails, suitable for all skill levels. The trails are multi-use, so you can hike them or … [Read more...]
Beginner Cycling Routes in the Lakes, England
The mountainous Lake District in north-western England offers many opportunities for cycling in beautiful natural countryside. Although it is a small area, it offers incredibly diverse terrain. This means that there are cycling opportunities for everyone from beginner cyclists to advanced cyclists looking for an Alpine experience in England! This post offers an infographic with … [Read more...]
