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Family Biking with Madi Carlson

Each week Madi Carlson shares insights and adventures gleaned from raising two kids on two wheels.

This content is made possible by Clever Cycles, a family-oriented bike shop located on SE Hawthorne at 9th.


Come to the Kidical Mass planning meeting and help us build an all-ages bike network

Ride with kids? Let’s get together.

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April 3, 2018

Madi Carlson

7 Comments


A big, all-ages turnout at annual Kidical Mass Easter ride

We’re going to need a bigger basket.

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April 2, 2018

Madi Carlson

4 Comments


What prevents you from biking with your young children?

There’s often more to it than bad infrastructure.

Family BikingFamily Biking with Madi Carlsonmadi carlson

March 27, 2018

Madi Carlson

45 Comments


Family Biking: An introduction to Kidical Mass in Portland

First ride of the year is coming soon.

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March 20, 2018

Madi Carlson

3 Comments


Where to buy used kids’ bikes in Portland

Used bikes are a great option if you know where to look.

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March 13, 2018

Madi Carlson

13 Comments


Biking with the family dog

Adventures in carrying the family dog on a bike.

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March 6, 2018

Madi Carlson

14 Comments


Tips for tackling toddler helmet hesitancy

Here’s how to win the helmet wars.

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February 27, 2018

Madi Carlson

31 Comments


Handlebar mittens come as sets of two and work fine with shifters and brakes, though my kids like keeping their shifters visible.

How to keep little bike passengers cozy in the cold

No such thing as bad weather when you have these helpful tips.

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February 20, 2018

Madi Carlson

20 Comments


Here’s how I’ve carried my kids by bike for the past 10 years

A decade of different seats, racks, trailers, and bikes.

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February 13, 2018

Madi Carlson

38 Comments


Worst Day of the Year Ride 2018

Partying on the Worst Day of the Year Ride

We turned the ride into a birthday bash.

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February 12, 2018

Madi Carlson

12 Comments


Introducing our new Family Biking column by Madi Carlson

A new weekly column sponsored by Clever Cycles.

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February 6, 2018

Madi Carlson

25 Comments


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