Mastodawn

I volunteer with a Utrecht non-profit De Fietsmeesters to help teach adults how to bike. Students are almost always women, and mostly new immigrants. There are 16 new riders in this class, and 4 of us volunteers.

By the end of 10 weeks almost everyone is successfully biking on the road — it's so empowering!

#utrecht #bikeTooter

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14mission 1d ago

@CathyTuttle Those look bikes particularly chosen for learners.
Seems like the world has moved on from training wheels, and they won't be missed.

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Cathy Tuttle

@14mission Yes. Easy step-thru bikes with seats that are quick to raise and lower. Plus pedals that can fold up so absolute beginners can start with walk-biking.