Officially a two wheeler!

In the middle of May we bought John a new Trek Jet 16" pedal bike.  John has become an amazing strider bike rider since his bike riding began when he was 2 1/2.  John has loved the pump track and developed incredible balance, speed and control on his strider.  In the past few months he seemed very ready for a bigger bike and to tackle pedaling.  His new bike is red and black and had some helpful training wheels.  He practiced his pedaling for a couple weeks and each time he went out for a ride we raised his training wheels to where he was no longer relying on them.  On Saturday, June 1st we took one training wheel off and after about a 50 yard stint he requested the other come off.  In 20 minutes John went from riding with training wheels to riding a two wheel bike in total control with the ability to start, ride and stop on his own.  It was one of the most amazing things to watch.  We are so proud of our athletic boy and his willingness to learn and challenge himself.  Yesterday I took him for multiple rides around the block and he was in total control, independent and loving that he can ride a bike like a big kid.  Next step will be the pump track and he is so excited!  Way to go John Charles...we are so stoked on you!