Katie, Emma, and Simon ride

Katie took Emma & Simon for a ride to the neighborhood park a few days ago. It was Katie's first ride with the kids and Simon was anxious to find out how mom was able to do on the hills. Simon gave her a passing grade, but he kept telling her it must be nice to have gears, as previously that day we went to CycleWorks and checked out the Trek MT60. He was a big fan and I was too, except for the $270 price tag. His various 'single speed' bikes will do for a while longer.

Max sitting with me in the front yard waiting for Mom, Emma, and Simon to return.
Look at the blur of Simon's legs. He can really get his legs spinnin'

Banta family blog where Katie posted some more ride photos