Originally Posted by limewave
Yes, we have done rides around home and on local trails. Our longest has been about 8 miles. The tour is set up that the kids do 10-12 miles with the group and then go off and have kids activities while the adults continue to ride.
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02-21-2011, 10:12 AM #1
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02-21-2011, 01:42 PM #2
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I think a walkable shoe is more desirable for touring. You might get off the bike to see some sights, or need to run around chasing your daughter.
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02-21-2011, 03:59 PM #3
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I agree. I just keep thinking about the one time I had DD on the tag-a-long bike on the road bike. I had to unclip quickly to catch our balance, it was really difficult to do with the slippery road shoes. Originally Posted by DebW
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02-21-2011, 08:32 PM #4
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I also vote for the dual-sided...
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