Parks, Reserves and Walkways

Otumoetai and Matua Reserves A popular picnic and paddling area with views of the inner harbour, Rangiwaea and Matakana Island.

Walking time: Maxwells Rd to Kulim Park: 15 mins … Kulim Park to Beach Rd Reserve: 10 mins Beach Rd Reserve to Fergusson Park: 15 mins … Matua Saltmarsh: 15 mins

More Information: https://www.tauranga.govt.nz/exploring/parks-and-reserves info@tauranga.govt.nz

Just a reminder to dog owners Prohibited areas

There are some areas in Tauranga where you are not allowed to take your dog, either because of ecological sensitivities or because they are used intensively by the public. These areas include:

Beaches

Mount Maunganui main beach, from Moturiki (Leisure) Island to Mauao (Mount Maunganui) Pilot Bay from Mauao to Salisbury Avenue

Omanu Beach, within 200 metres from Omanu Surf Club premises

Papamoa Beach, within 200 metres from the Papamoa Surf Club premises Beach means any land on or adjacent to the seacoast and includes any walkway, boardwalk, foreshore and dunes. This means that dogs are not allowed on the dunes, grass or boardwalk at Mount Maunganui main beach. This also means dogs are not allowed on the grassed area between the road and beach at Pilot Bay.

Beautiful Mount Maunganui

Mount Maunganui Main beach with its beautiful white sand is one of the most popular places for bathing under the sun. Surfers and boogie boarders out riding the waves. Mount Maunganui life savers are on duty watching over the crowded beach through the summer ensuring the safety of people. National surf lifesaving competitions and Volley ball competitions bring huge crowds to the beach in the summer months There is parking the full length of the beach and in the busy season it can be hard to find a park. Across the road are cafes offering many different food choices, coffees and refreshments with, a Copenhagen ice-cream store in walking distance. A short walk from the beach and you can enjoy shopping in downtown the Mount with many food / dinning outlets and boutique shops to choose from.

Moturiki Island Walk over to Moturki Island there are rocks to climb on and there is a blow hole at the far end which can be spectacular with the high tide. Take the camera and take panoramic shots of the coastline of Mount Maunganui Main beach.

There are two choices of beach in Mount Maunganui, we have the Mount main beach and then on the other side of the township we have Pilot Bay which is family friendly frequently without the waves. Pilot Bay has a lot of boat activities and welcomes the cruise ships. This brings a huge crowd to the beach with their fish and chips or home cooked food to watch cruise ships come and go, and taking the opportunity to get that one off photograph of spectacular sights.

Walking Mauao is a must do for anyone visiting Mount Maunganui The views are spectacular. Totally worth the climb to the summit There are many tracks, if you are up to a bit of a hike or a gentle stroll.

Important information

No rubbish bins: so please keep Mauao tidy by not leaving any rubbish behind.

No Toilets: so do make a toilet visit before you start your walk. Toilets are opposite the boat ramp at Pilot Bay and at the surf club at the ocean side. Gates: leave all gates as you find them. (open a gate close the gate)

Vehicles: are not allowed except for maintenance and emergency purposes only.

Emergencies: in the event of an emergency dial 111.

Mauao Historic Reserve is administered by local Iwi; Ngai Te Rangi, Ngati Ranginui and Ngati Pukenga in the form of the Mauao Trust. Mauao. (Caught by the morning sun) … Mauao is known as the Mount by the locals. (232m high)

The Base Of Mauao is beautiful whatever the weather or time of year with beautiful scenery and seats along the way to sit on and enjoy the views. Walking Time: 3.4km (Base track: 45 mins).

Mount Maunganui Summit Track

The 4 wheel drive track starts at the end of Pilot Bay on the western side of Mauao giving you views to the west. (To summit: 40 mins)

You have choices of down the steps on the Waikorire track which is reasonably steep or back down the 4 wheel drive track onto the Oruahine track to the right with northerly views

Waikorire and Oruahine tracks start from the ocean side of the base track. Follow the boardwalk in front of the surf club. The Oruahine track ends part way up the 4WD track. Turn left onto the 4WD track and continue to the summit, or turn off the 4WD track onto the Motu Kauri track, then turn left at the lookout intersection to go to the summit.

The Waikorire track (steep). Turn right at the lookout intersection to go to the summit.

Kaiate Falls known as (Te Rerekawau Falls) is roughly a 30 minutes' drive away from Tauranga with several water falls to view. Walk through native bush and enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Maunganui and the Port of Tauranga. Reasonably easy walk but can be slippery in places.

Water tumbles down cascading over the rocks in one, two and three tier water falls which make for good photography opportunities. This hidden gem has a water hole where you can relax, picnic and swim enjoying a 15m Waterfall among the puriri and kohekohe trees

The walking track is a round trip returning you back to the car park. (Time: 1 hr return steep in places, some steps, moderate walk 5/10)

Warning: the car park has been known for theft from cars, so don't leave valuables in your car. Unfortunately there are a few opportunists who will relieve you of your valuables while you are away enjoying your walk.

The Waikareao Estuary walk is a mix of sealed footpath, boardwalks and gravel, it is a great experience being approx. (2 hours, 10.00kms) Pushchair friendly (but it is a board walk so will be bumpy), Wheelchair no. Many bikers and runners use this track so be aware that they will approach from behind and in front of you. All dogs should be on a leash and under control. Coach Drive Park is the one and only toilet on this walking track. The Waikareao Estuary is best started at Otumoetai keep to the left and follow the estuary all the way. It is a round trip through the tidal mangrove and marshland along with the native bush and birds and then a walk by the motor way to Chapel Street. You can finish off your walk at the cafes with refreshments before going back to your car. This can also be walked from the opposite direction being an individual choice.

Katikati is about an half hour drive north of Tauranga, it is well known as the Mural Town with a variety of paintings displayed on the buildings that tell some of the history of the early Irish settlement. There is a beautiful display of hanging baskets along the main street which brightens up the town. The continual growing of this wee town has plenty to offer visiting people with their cafes, shops, walkways and parks and public artwork. Take a stroll through Haiku pathway a great place for a picnic with family and friends. In close proximity to Katikati there are hot pools, bird gardens, Naturist Park, the Quarry park and many walks to enjoy the native bush and views over the harbor. Short drives north of Katikati are Bowentown, Waihi Beach, Waihi and Paeroa. Enjoy a ride on a heritage train with Goldfields Railway. Journey between Waihi and Waikino at the eastern end of the spectacular Karangahake Gorge (E: info@waihirail.co.nz) . Walk or cycle the tracks and enjoy the rock formation, flowing river and native bush and birds.

- Whakatāne township is in the eastern Bay of Plenty Region.

- 90 km east of Tauranga and 89 km north-east of Rotorua

- Whakatāne is a short drive to Ōhope, with a beautiful beach

- Charter boats take you to White Island, Fishing trips.

- Cafes, bars, main street shopping, walks, evening sunsets

- Learn the culture and history of the area

This is a beautiful scenic walk coastal views native bush, sea views, beach, rock formation. You are unable to cross Otarawairere Beach at high tide. Allow 3hrs for a stop for lunch and sightseeing.

According to Roimata Minhinnick, Maori traditionally used the island for gathering Titi (Mutton Bird) and fern roots. Finfish, crayfish and shellfish were harvested from the surrounding moana.

Motuotau Island may also have been used for storing food as kumara pits can still be seen.

Motuotau Island (Mount Maunganui)

Many years ago, the beach in front of Motuotau (Rabbit Island) was the scene of a massacre. Confiscated from local iwi after the 1864 Battle of Gate Pa, the island was returned and then later purchased by the Crown. Today the island is a wildlife sanctuary and home to 600 little blue penguins -

A small island located off Mount Maunganui's main beach, Moturiki Island has been the site of Moturiki Pa, Moturiki Quarry, Marineland and Leisure Island. Today it is a protected reserve and home to a wide variety of wildlife which includes a colony of little blue penguins. Read about Moturiki Island Timeline: at http://tauranga.kete.net.nz/tauranga_local_history

Motiti Island is located off the Bay of Plenty coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is 21 kilometres (13 mi) north-east of Tauranga and 9.4 kilometres (5.8 mi) north -east of Papamoa. There were 18 homes occupied by 27 people on the island in the 2006 Census.[1] A relatively flat island covering some 10 km2 (3.9 sq mi), it is composed mainly of Miocene volcanic rocks, overlaid with more recent sediments in the south.[2] The principal activity on the island is agriculture, with a developing avocado plantation.[3] Most residents and visitors travel to the island by air.

Rangiwaea is accessible from Matakana at low water. It consists mainly of horticultural blocks run by the Maori owners. It is of similar geological formation to the “bulge” of Matakana. The marae on Rangiwaea are Rangiwaea (Whanau a Tauwhao) and Oponui

Matakana Island (Tauranga)

Mauao in the foreground with Matakana Island behind

Matakana Island protects the sheltered waters of Tauranga’s inner harbour.

It extends for some 25 kilometres from the narrow and less used northern entrance opposite Te Kura a Maia, Bowentown Heads, to the south-eastern entrance to the port of Tauranga opposite Mauao (Mount Maunganui).

The main island is divided into two parts. An elevated area of fertile soil where most of the inhabitants live bulges out into the inner harbour opposite the Omokoroa peninsula. It is protected from the sea by the long, low, sandy part of the island, which has supported a forest of exotic pines since the 1920s.

Tauranga Parking Info ( for more information go to www.tauranga.govt.nz/parking)

It's free to park on the street in the city centre. There's a two-hour time limit and then you need to move your vehicle. If you’re staying longer it’s best to use the parking buildings or the all-day off-street car parks.

Parking at a glance

• Normal fees apply at the all-day off-street car parks and the two parking buildings.

• All on-street car parking in the city centre is free.

• There’s a two hour time limit and then you must move your vehicle to a paid parking area.

• The two-hour time limit applies to all streets between Harington Street and Second Avenue, except where P15, P30 and P60 spaces are signposted.

• Time restrictions for on-street parking apply Monday to Saturday, 8am – 4pm.

• Three short-term off-street car parks are free. These are: Library/Council car park; Masonic car park; and Devonport Road car park. Time restrictions for these car parks apply 9am –3pm, Monday to Friday.

Free parking with a two-hour time limit is a trial to help support local businesses.

Handy info for international people

Shop hours: Most shops in New Zealand operate standard opening hours, from around 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Almost all shops open on Saturday, some with limited trading hours and many open Sundays. Shopping malls are open 7 days a week unless it is a statutory holiday like Christmas day. They have late night shopping usually on a Thursday or Friday. The Bay of Plenty offers a number of supermarkets with late closing every night. There are gas stations selling basic supermarket grocery food items and petrol which are open 24/7

Banks: Most banks are open traditional trading hours, 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday with some branches extending hours outside of this and a few operating on Saturday mornings. Usually, banks are closed in the weekend. However Automatic Teller Machines (ATM’s) are plentiful, outside the banks themselves, within shopping centres and in all main shopping areas. Check the emblems on your bank card or credit card against those advertised on the machine, this will tell you whether your card is accepted at a specific ATM.

There are alcohol-free zones

Tauranga and Mount Maunganui have permanent and temporary alcohol-free zones. These areas are used to help manage drinking in public places. Sealed or unopened alcohol can be transported within alcohol-free zones. For example, you can purchase alcohol in an alcohol-free zone and carry it to your car or house. Permanent and temporary alcohol-free zones are signposted. For information on alcohol-free zones log into https://www.tauranga.govt.nz

PUT DOWN THE MOBILE PHONES … DON’T TXT WHEN DRIVING!!! Do You have To Kill Some Body Before You Learn ???

Regardless of all the advertising, Police warnings, people still drive and use mobile phones. What is there not to understand? The danger they are putting themselves and others in by driving with eyes off the road.

Come on people don’t be so bloody stupid … there is enough advertising around warning you of the dangers but still you do it.

You think it won’t and can’t happen to you… think again.

Sooner or later you will be a victim … just what the damage will be … death of someone else … a child or a mother or father? Or maybe you taking your last breath …

Hopefully you got to finish your txt message?

Don’t be an idiot have respect for others on the road.

Don’t text people if you know they are driving!...

You may end up being the last to txt them!

Help Stop Congestion On The Roads By Using Public Transport

Take the stress out of your travel between Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, The Lakes, and Papamoa by using the public buses. Download the transit App and it will tell you what buses are due depending where you are. Road works and queues of traffic make for an intense trip out on the roads. Sit back and enjoy free WIFI and listen to music while your bus driver gets you from A to B in comfort. Pick up a Bus time table booklet with all the bus routes and information you may need to bus round the area.

Pick up a Bee Card from the bus driver or Bay of Plenty Reginal Office and register the card online at beecard.co.nz for faster boarding on and off. Hold card to the Card reader, Tag On and Tag Off.

For more information: baybus.co.nz/beecard

Dogs Kisses Cuddles Safety

I was reading an article (Doggone Safe: Dogs Don't like Hugs and Kisses) I must say as an owner of five dogs I found this a very good read. Dogs don’t like kisses and cuddles…. This article made it very clear with regarding safety that many dogs don’t like cuddles and kisses from strangers. In fact they are just like children. If a stranger approached your child and tried to cuddle and kiss them they would feel scared unsafe. This also applies to dogs, they too feel unsafe and scared if you get in their face. This then can lead to the dog biting and then the dog is blamed for retaliating due to unwanted cuddles. Small children tend to hang on and lay/roll on the dog which leaves the poor old pooch in an uncomfortable situation,

If a stranger picks up your child it usually leads to screaming crying and kicking… the warning signs that the child is not happy… .the poor pooch shows their fear by signs of pulling back, turning their head , trying to move and then last result a bite. Some people just don’t see the warning signs. Just because an owner can kiss and cuddle their dog this does not mean that strangers have that right. My five pooches are all different some don’t like you in their face, they turn their head away and pull back ... yet some do enjoy the cuddle and mush mush.

DOG SAFTEY teach your children not to pat or cuddle a strange dog. Teach them to ask the owner if they can pat the dog, listen to what the owner says. Teach your children not to kick and poke and tease dogs. Teach children not to get too close and keep their face back from all dogs. And the most important thing everyone needs to understand … not all dogs are friendly or want you to touch them.

Proper Way To Greet A Dog

Always ask the owner for permission to pet their dog. Allow the dog to approach you. ... Avoid direct eye contact and staring. ... Don't come in from overhead or directly behind a dog. Don't encourage bad behavior. ...

Learn how to read dog body language.

Holidays and people at the beach, So dog owners it would be polite to have your dog on a leash. Not all people like dogs and some dogs are not dog friendly, its up to you to see you have your dog under control and abiding to the Council rules to prevent a fine.

We equip people with the skills needed to participate fully in society. This includes support in living independently, getting around, using technology, continuing to read and communicate, being socially active and staying in or looking for work. Call

Sydney Dog Behaviourist - George Tran Shares great advise about the bones in young puppy's Puppy Bones

This is something everyone should see.

When you get your 8/10-week-old puppies, please keep this image in mind. Their bones do not even touch yet. They plod around so cutely with big floppy paws and wobbly movement because their joints are entirely made up of muscle, tendons, ligaments with skin covering. Nothing is fitting tightly together or has a true socket yet.

When you run them excessively or don't restrict their exercise to stop them from overdoing it during this period you don't give them a chance to grow properly. Every big jump or excited bouncing run causes impacts between the bones. In reasonable amounts this is not problematic and is the normal wear and tear that every animal will engage in.

But when you're letting puppy jump up and down off the lounge or bed, take them for long walks/hikes, you are damaging that forming joint. When you let the puppy scramble on tile with no traction you are damaging the joint.

You only get the chance to grow them once. A well-built body is something that comes from excellent breeding and a great upbringing BOTH, not just one.

Once grown - around 12-18 months depending on their breed, you will have the rest of their life to spend playing and engaging in higher impact exercise. So, keep it calm while they're still little baby puppies and give the gift that can only be given once.

I meet Glen and Jo Hicks, who changed their plans to help me with the loss of my beautiful baby girl Becky. After trying to call local businesses around Tauranga and Mount Maunganui that do cremations, I was left cold, feeling like my baby was not worth any love from them.

The service provided by Glen and Jo is caring and professional, they showed love to both Becky and myself. I recommend them to all people in the situation of loosing a fur baby and I also recommend them to Vets as they would be a great addition to vet services dealing with clients beloved pets. I was comfortable, knowing I had placed my baby in the right hands to be cared for through this process http://www.trulytreasured.co.nz/ 0800 300 109 admin@trulytreasured.co.nz Funeral Service & Cemetery Pet Service

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Grief

Greif is experienced in so many ways and there is no right way, or time limit to how someone deals with grief. Our world is turned upside down at the moment with so much uncertainty . Control and demands laid on us all, with many losing their work, income and pressured to put something in their body that they may not agree or want. Lockdowns bringing loneliness and divided families and friends. Then on top many people unable to go to their family members funeral or visit hospitals to see a loved one. Maybe people have lost their long time family pet. Hard times are around us all and we have to find the way to deal with these issues. It’s OK to not be OK … But do seek some help from a friend or person whom you can trust. We must remember that these are stages of life, phases of life that we have to deal with and the out come will depend on how you decide to tackle the issues that are worrying you. Each and every one of us have to find the strength we need to overcome our problems. Please know Drink, Drugs and Suicide are not the answer to any problem, you are better than this … SEEK HELP you are important to society I know talk is easy but try to stay positive and keep yourself healthy and get good rest and also surround yourself with good people that can help you along your path.

IT’S OK TO ASK FOR HELP! OR ADMIT YOU NEED HELP … YOU ARE IMPORTANT, VALUED, LOVED

If You Are In Crisis

Tell someone what you are thinking – it’s the bravest thing you can do!

If you are having thoughts about taking your life, it’s very important to tell someone you trust so you can get the help you need to feel better. If you can’t immediately find someone you know to talk to, there are always people you can call by phone and who are willing, able and available 24 hours to help you.

If you are in a serious crisis or you need urgent help, do the following:

Call your local mental health crisis assessment team – they are there for you. Or go to your local hospital emergency department – they will help you.

If you are in immediate danger, call 111. Emergency services are there for you.

Kei roto i te kōrero, he rongoa

Kei roto i te reo, te rongoa hei mirimiri mō te hinengaro mō te wairua

Talking is a rongoa (healing) for the mind and spirit

- Moe Milne

For more information go to: https://mentalhealth.org.nz/

For anyone going through a difficult time, for people supporting someone they care about, and those interested in mental health and wellbeing.

Lifeline 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP)

Need To Talk? Text 1737

Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865

Healthline – 0800 611 116

Youthline – 0800 376 633 or free text 234 or e-mail talk@youthline.co.nz

Depression Helpline – 0800 111 757 or www.depression.org.nz

Kidsline – 0800 54 37 54 (aimed at children up to 14 years of age; 4pm to 6pm weekdays)

Child Helpline – 0800 366 694 (aimed at children from 5 - 18 years of age; 9am - 7pm daily)

What’s Up – 0800 942 8787 (for 5

Rural Support Trust – 0800 787 254

Alcohol Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797 or free text 8691

Samaritans – 0800 726 666 (for callers from the Lower North Island, Christchurch

Coping With Suicidal Thoughts (More Information

Do You Need Help?

Make The Call For Help https://mentalhealth.org.nz/suicide-prevention)

Lots of us have thought about killing ourselves and have found a way through.

We want to offer you clues, tohu and suggestions for how to make your way out of the bleakness or pain you’re experiencing. You won’t always feel like this.

If things are at crisis point for you right now, or you need urgent help, go to your local hospital emergency department or call your local mental health crisis assessment team.

If you’re in danger right now, please call 111.

Having suicidal thoughts can be overwhelming and sometimes terrifying. It can be really hard to know what to do and how to cope. You might feel extremely depressed or anxious, or you might just feel really bad and not understand why. You might be finding the world harsh and painful, or feel like no one understands. You can get through this.

Suicide: Worried About Someone?

If someone has thoughts or feelings about suicide, it's important to take them seriously. It can be really hard to tell someone you care about that you are feeling suicidal. If someone tells you they are thinking about suicide, thank them for telling you, and invite them to keep talking with you. Let them know there is help available to them. Encourage them to get help and talk to someone about what they are going through. A person who is thinking about suicide might not ask for help, but that doesn’t mean that help isn’t wanted. They might feel ashamed of how they're feeling, like they don't deserve help, or like no-one can help them. People who feel suicidal often feel like they are alone and that their family, whānau and friends would be better off without them. Most people who attempt suicide don’t want to die – they just want their pain to end or can't see another way out of their situation.

A person who is thinking about suicide might not ask for help, but that doesn’t mean that help isn’t wanted. They might feel ashamed of how they're feeling, like they don't deserve help, or like no-one can help them. People who feel suicidal often feel like they are alone and that their family, whānau and friends would be better off without them. Most people who attempt suicide don’t want to die – they just want their pain to end or can't see another way out of their situation.

More Information https://mentalhealth.org.nz/suicide-prevention

Drink Driving

We have all been warned about drink driving. We all know we are not to drink & drive …!!!

DON’T BE A BLOODY IDIOT!

Have your parties enjoy your friends and celebrate holidays but use your brains, organise your travel home or stay at your friend’s place. Taxis are available and in the end are cheaper than a drink driving ticket, loss of licence or living with the fact you have injured or killed another person. Remember if you kill another person or yourself you HURT & WRECK so many people’s lives. Too Late?

You idiot when you sober up and realize what you have done will you be able to still say you enjoyed your drinks?

Will you be able to live with what you have done?

Safety Check List Before You Drive.

Check you have current warrant and registration. Keep the maintenance up to date, oil, water, brake fluids etc

Clean your mirrors and windscreen inside and out. Check your headlights, reversing lights, brake lights are working

Check your wiper blades for wear and tear.

Check all indicators are flashing.

Check your tyre pressures on a regular basis: It is dangerous to run on tyres with different air pressures. Your tyres will last longer if you look after them. Always check your tyres cold: This gives you a true reading of what air is in them. Don't forget to check the spare tyre.

Check your tyres for damage: Before you leave on your trip check to see that your tyres don’t have bulges, flats and have the right pressure in them. Avoid mixing tyres: Mixing tyres can prove to be dangerous in the case of needing to apply your brakes in a hurry.

Dial *555 FREE from a mobile phone to report road incidents which are urgent but not life-threatening. This includes such things as non-injury crashes, erratic driving, traffic congestion, breakdowns and obstructions on the highway.

DON’T BE THE ONE WHO REGRETS YOUR ACTION BY LEAVING OTHERS GRIEVING

Think About PEOPLE Children, Mums, Dads, Friends

Every single injury and death caused by drunk driving is totally preventable. There are still far too many such preventable accidents. Unfortunately, in spite of all the warnings, advice, TV Ads, road signs, alcohol-impaired driving remains a serious problem that tragically effects many victims, families and friends. DON’T DRINK & DRIVE.

Road Safety

Never Drink & Drive. Avoid the Drowsiness While Driving.

No Mobile Phones While Driving

Always Wear Seat Belt. Keep a Safe Distance from the vehicle ahead. Always Avoid Distractions.

Always Drive Within Speed Limit.

Never Stick Hands Outside The Vehicle. … Feet on floor not on the dashboard or out the window Drive To Weather Conditions Know Where You Are Going Use Headlights When Needed

Share the Road Show Respect To Others

Proper Vehicle Maintenance

Be Prepared For Crossroads and Pedestrian Crossing. Be Prepared For Road Hazards

It is a privilege to be able to be out on the road driving. Don’t abuse this privilege. Always show respect to all others on the road, remember they are also trying to get to a destination. Mistakes happen nobody is perfect, it’s the stupidity that is not excepted. You are accountable for your actions. Take care out on the roads.

This is why people shouldn't put their feet up on the dash of a car or even the back of the front seats

This is one of the many things that can happen if you put your feet on the dash of the passenger side in the car and are involved in a car accident, other things that can happen are,

Your knees go thru your chest and kill you

You may lose both your legs

You may have so much force from your knees they could break your neck! We dont recommend anyone at any age put their feet on the dash board of any vehicle, Feet on the floor people.. Limbs inside the car.. And Buckle Up.

Does the Helmet Fit?

The helmet needs to sit squarely on the head, with the front of the helmet low on the brow, protecting the forehead Side straps should be fastened securely just below and forward of the ears. There should be no slack in the system when the chin strap is fastened. If a helmet is worn too loosely, it slides back (exposing the forehead) or falls off in a crash.

Check your helmet position and fit by looking in a mirror. Gently rotate the helmet on your head, front to back, and side to e, noticing the skin in your brow area. If the fit is comfortable, and the skin moves with the helmet, you have a proper fit. If not, your helmet is too loose – try the adjustment steps again. When in doubt about your family’s helmets, visit your local, reputable bicycle shop. Experts there can assist you with fitting or, when necessary irect you to a new helmet.

If your old helmet cannot maintain its fit, it should be replaced.

Parents: Wear Your Helmets Too! When parents wear their helmets when out riding it can set a powerful example about safety to wear helmets when out on the bike.