Mount Pleasant Magazine Sept/Oct 2020

27 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.VOICEforMP.com feature like taking the IOP connector and touring the islands, then going through the downtowns,” he added. “Other long routes take you to Awendaw and the Sewee Outpost, where you can do up to 100 miles. We have a lot of great routes and group rides on our website.” Interested riders will discover the Trek website offers routes for beginners as well as accomplished riders, from 10 miles to as many as 100. Store-sponsored two- wheeled jaunts are directed by route leaders. “As a growing city, there is no shortage of newer routes to discover with great scenery,” Schott added. “We are seeing a great increase in gravel riding, especially in the Francis Marion Forest — specifically for those riders who want to escape the streets. As more municipalities are catching onto the growth of cycling, we will see more improved bike routes and lanes. Properly educate yourself on safe routes, and make yourself as visible and safe as possible.” TIPS FOR FAMILY BIKE SAFETY according to the website rei.com n Child carriers are commonly mounted onto the frame or rack at the rear of the bike. Some models can handle a load (child plus gear) of nearly 50 pounds, so they’re suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. n Trailers pulled behind a bike are a popular option for hauling toddlers and children up to about 6 years old. n Cargo bikes allow for heavier loads than a standard bike can typically handle. These bikes are sturdy enough to handle more than one child at a time. n Balance bikes help teach preschoolers how to coordinate steering and balance. n Also known as “tagalongs,” a single-wheeled trailer bike attaches either to a seat post or a rear For more information on bicycle choices, visit trekbikesofmountpleasant.com , sweetgrasscycles.com, and thebicycleshoppe.com . SouthernBellLiving.com State-of-the-Art Marketing Tools 45 Homes = $18,821,825 sold in 2020 Exceptional Homes. Exceptional Clients. Best-in-class Listing Information John Bell Realtor ® TonyTonelis Realtor ® Erica Zepp Realtor ® Chris Orza Commercial Realtor ®