Contents
GENERAL WARNING | p. | 2 |
A special note for parents | p. | 2 |
1. First |
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A. Bike Fit | p. | 4 |
B. Safety First | p. | 4 |
C. Mechanical Safety Check | p. | 4 |
D. First Ride | p. | 5 |
2. Safety |
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A. The Basics | p. | 6 |
B. Riding Safety | p. | 6 |
C. Off Road Safety | p. | 7 |
D. Wet Weather Riding | p. | 8 |
E. Night Riding | p. | 7 |
F. Bicycling in Traffi c | p. | 9 |
G. Downhill, Stunt or Competition Biking | p. | 9 |
H. Changing Components or |
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Adding Accessories | p. 10 | |
3. Fit |
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A. Standover Height | p. 11 | |
B. Saddle Position | p. 11 | |
C. Handlebar Height And Angle | p. 12 | |
D. Control Position Adjustments | p. 13 | |
E. Brake Reach | p. 13 | |
4. Tech |
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A. Brakes | p. 13 |
B. Wheels | p. 16 |
C. Pedals | p. 18 |
D. Bicycle Suspension | p. 19 |
E. Tires and Tubes | p. 20 |
5. Service | p. 21 |
Appendix A |
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Teaching Your Child The Rules | p. 24 |
Appendix B |
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Bicycling In Traffi c | p. 26 |
Appendix C |
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Wheel and Seat Post |
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Quick Release Mechanisms | p. 28 |
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