Freedom, speed, daring. For many children living in America in the 1960s and 1970s, their first taste of freedom and adventure came on the wheels of a bicycle. In the days when motorcycles, muscle cars and drag racers filled every kid with the need for speed, the bicycle was their answer. And the bike of choice? The Schwinn Sting-Ray. The coolest, most coveted of the Sting-Rays was the Krate, a bike that puts a smile on the face of those who once owned this iconic ride. Schwinn … [Read more...]
Kids’ Holiday Bike Guide
The holidays are just around the corner and it's time to start thinking about what to get the kids to make this holiday season magical! Here at Schwinn, we know that the gift of a bicycle can make the holiday one to remember, so we have gathered up 12 of our favorite kids' bikes so that you can make this holiday one they will never forget! The best part about Schwinn's bicycles in the 12", 16", 18", and 20" categories is that they have Schwinn SmartStart technology. For over 120 years … [Read more...]
10 Must See Chicago Murals – By Bike
by Megan Arzbaecher Street art is an increasingly popular attraction to explore while traveling in cities around the US (and the world!) thanks to a resurgence of local artists celebrating the cultures of their hometowns. Lots of street art is tucked in alleys or on the sides of buildings, so bicycles make it super easy to hop on and off as you discover unique murals and installations along the way. Chicago is a haven for public art and street murals in the Midwest, offering a diverse … [Read more...]
Learning To Ride Without Training Wheels
Teaching your children how to ride a bicycle is something that we can and should do as parents, and all it requires is a little bit of our time, some patience and just will! This year my 4 boys received new Schwinn bikes. My older boys got just what they wanted, mountain bikes for trail riding and the twins Sebastian and Cristian graduated to new 20 inch bikes with no training wheels! They did very well with their SmartStart bicycles, so we didn’t expect to have any problems with the … [Read more...]
Meet the Author: The Adventures of a Girl Called Bicycle
Meet Christina Uss, avid reader, bicycle rider, and author. Christina has written about bicycling for magazines and newspapers, and now she is releasing her first fictional novel called The Adventures of a Girl Called Bicycle. Having done bike tours in beautiful places like Yellowstone and Yosemite and riding across the country multiple times, Christina is definitely someone we wanted to interview. Read on to learn more about Christina's biking experiences and her novel! Bicycling has always … [Read more...]
Biking Boston in the Fall
By Tiffany Thornton Some cities are made for cycling and Boston is one of them, especially in the fall when the leaves begin to change color and a crispness fills the air. Also known as "Bean Town", the city boasts a ton of green space, fabulous waterfront trails and a mix of eclectic neighborhoods that are wonderful to explore by bike. City Slumber Start your stay at The Westin Copley in Back Bay. The Copley is truly the perfect downtown location; you couldn't find a better central … [Read more...]
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