We have a few tips to ensure that your child has the best riding experience possible.
PROTECT THE HEAD! Be sure your child has a correctly fitted helmet. We have a wide variety
available and would be happy to help you with any sizing or fit questions.
PROTECT THE HANDS! We feel that gloves are the next most important accessory, especially
when first learning to pedal. Skinning your hands can be very painful! We also have a wide
variety of gloves available.
Before letting your child ride down any hills, be sure they can stop consistently on flat ground
using the hand brakes.
Encourage your child to engage the rear brake (right brake lever) first. Teach them “Right is
right” to help them remember which brake to use. If your child does not know right vs. left, you
might want to place a sticker or stripe of colored tape on the right side of the handlebar.
Ensure that your child knows that riding on wet surfaces can be slippery and that their bike may
take longer to stop.
It is best that your child wears sturdy, closed toe shoes while riding.
Keep an eye on your child’s saddle height and adjust it as they grow.
Check tire pressure often.
SETTING YOUR CHILD UP FOR SUCCESS
All Frog bikes have undergone pre-delivery inspections by both Frog and Ready, Set, Pedal. However,
just like cars, bicycles do require regular maintenance.
• Keep your bike as clean as possible. We recommend washing it immediately when dirty. Water
and rags/sponges are adequate (soapy water if needed – we recommend a mild, grease-cutting
soap like Simple Green). Be sure
to dry your bike after washing.
• All moving parts on your bike will need lubricating from time to time, although how often
depends on use. The more your child uses their bike and the worse the conditions are, the more
care it will need. The manufacturer recommends to oil the chain and gears every
+ weeks and to
lightly oil each after washing your bike or riding in rain.
• Tires naturally lose pressure with time and use, so
it is good practice to check them regularly.
Recommended tire pressures are printed on the sidewall of each tire.
• It is good practice to have general service and “tune ups” performed by your local bike shop. The
need for this can vary based on the bike’s use, but the manufacturer recommends service every
6-12 months.
MAINTAINING YOUR FROG
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