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Old 01-11-08 | 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by deraltekluge
A recommendation: Start on grass, not pavement. It doesn't hurt as much when the inevitable crashes occur.
Agreed! And no training wheels! A few falls on grass will get her over the fear of falling. She will learn that she won't fall because she is not afraid to fall. After she gets a good grasp of riding on the grass, take her to the pavement and let her know you are holding her up from the back. Walk beside her and as she gets confidence, take your hand away. She will be riding on her own before she knows it.
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