...or do you think they increase the time that it takes for a child to learn to ride a bicycle. I did not learn with the help of training wheels.
2007-04-14 20:49:05 · 7 answers · asked by Bud#21 4 in Sports ➔ Cycling
It depends on a lot of factors: child self confidence, sense of balance, etc.
If it helps the child to enjoy the riding then use them. Slowly adjust to the sides so they are less and less in contact with the ground, only as a safety measure in case the kid is about to fall.
But, if the child is confident enough and has the balance and daring as to go and give it as many tries as necessary without hem, then do not use them.
A soft down hill (probably with soft ground like short grass, etc.) is the best place to learn to go and gain balance without having to worry about pedalling, etc. Feet should hang out away from the pedals to gain confidence an act as stabilisers. Once enough balance is attained, then move on to pedalling.
Everyone has its own learning time.
Enjoy the experience!!!!
2007-04-14 23:59:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Part of learning to ride involves just comprehending the concept of a bike. You learn how to steer, brake, turn, etc. It is much easier to learn these concepts with training wheels. Once you feel they are ready, start to ease the training wheels up until they are removed. I feel that this is the best way to learn. Better to teach balance only after they know how to stop.
2007-04-15 11:04:48 · answer #2 · answered by Jay P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am currently trying to teach my 6 year old to ride a bike and i don't think I've ever seen anyone with such a little sense of balance!! Did think about training wheels but i do think it would take longer, she would probably still be using them at 18! I think persistence is best.
2007-04-15 03:54:18 · answer #3 · answered by jazette 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For a short while... I don't even remember having training wheels... but I'm sure I had them. I think they can be adjusted so the child isn't really riding on them but if they lean to far on either side they are there for them.
2007-04-15 03:53:53 · answer #4 · answered by duuh 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think they're a bad thing.. They are alot safer when first learning to ride, so it doesn't hurt anything. They will eventually learn how to ride it without them, and will never forget, so I wouldn't be too worried about it. But training wheels are safest.
2007-04-15 04:00:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
training wheels help you ride better
2007-04-16 19:07:09 · answer #6 · answered by lord 8 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want her on 4 wheels get her a car.
2007-04-15 03:59:29 · answer #7 · answered by Sheriff of Yahoo! 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋