Touring with Children?
The Commerce Bank Five Boro Bike Tour proudly welcomes families to the ride each year. Whether pedaling on their own or riding in a kids seat or trailer, kids love the energy of the ride and the views of New York.
Here are some guidelines and suggestions for adults riding with children. If you get separated, don't worry--we have never lost a rider!
The Commerce Bank Five Boro Bike Tour proudly welcomes families to the ride each year. Whether pedaling on their own or riding in a kids seat or trailer, kids love the energy of the ride and the views of New York.
Here are some guidelines and suggestions for adults riding with children. If you get separated, don't worry--we have never lost a rider!
- Children age 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Children under one year old may not participate.
- Strap young passengers into a child's seat or trailer that is attached firmly to your bike.
- Fill out the emergency contact label inside your child's Tour vest with your cell phone number, the number of a non-cycling contact, and all necessary information.
- Talk about a plan ahead of time in case you do get separated from the young rider. Instruct your child to seek out a Tour marshal wearing a yellow vest. The marshal will guide him or her to a Information and Reunion Center. Staff there can communicate with other Information and Reunion Centers and Tour Command to reunite you.
- Make sure she your child has a few quarters for telephoning. If you can, decide on a third-party person you both will call. Also, make sure you have that phone number written out for each of you. If only the parent has a cell phone, make sure your young rider has that number.
- Finally, make sure your young rider has a little money so that if s/he reaches Fort Wadsworth before you, s/he can eat while waiting for you to arrive.
