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Cycling safely with kids: 5 tips to reduce your risk of accidents

For many families, biking is more than just an enjoyable pastime. It’s a great form of exercise as well as a social and recreational activity. Family bike rides teach kids the value of an active, healthy lifestyle. Biking also gives children a deeper appreciation for the outdoors.

Every summer, however, tragic bicycle accidents make headlines across the country. Some even involve kids. Many such accidents can be prevented by taking safety seriously.

Follow these tips every time you hit the pavement to reduce your chances of an accident:

Cycling has inherent risks, but there is no need to avoid it entirely. Just use common sense to keep those risks to a manageable level.