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GET THE BOOK AND WORK WITH YOUR TEEN. BECAUSE SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT.
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The Handout for Parents
Status for teens means belonging to the “in” group. Being part of a social group that peers admire is important to them.
Respect for teens means receiving the applause and shout-outs they deserve for showing off their amazing talents and skills. When a teen can literally dance on the seat of a moving e-bike, you know they trained for it and have awesome talent. It’s important that they be recognized for that.
The difference is, you can help them become pros, maybe in e-motocross, or maybe performing in shows like Cirque du Soleil. First, you must help talented young riders advocate for safer spaces to train, perform, and compete. It won’t be easy, but consider the alternative.
One thing is clear: The freeways are not appropriate training grounds for pro performers.
Click the button below to download The Performance & Prestige Audit: A Conversation Starter for parents of young e-bike and e-moto riders.
The Book That Parents Need!
The Caring Parent’s E-Bike Survival Guide functions as a practical, on-the-go toolkit for families who need immediate answers on everything from shopping for a truly legal e-bike and maintaining its mechanical safety to managing teen conduct on the road.
By applying leading-edge research from adolescent psychology and the “Mentor Mindset,” this guide helps parents build a foundation of mutual respect that effectively counters the pull of online influencers and peer pressure.
Beyond basic rules, the book provides a unique perspective on the history of “outlaw” sports that have successfully transitioned to Olympic-level status, showing parents how to help talented young riders move from high-risk street behavior toward the discipline of the stadium.
Whether you are performing a “pedal-test” before a purchase or opening up a difficult conversation about safety, this resource empowers you to lead your teen with confidence and clarity.
From the Book: The Abridged Rider Conduct Contract
Parents can help their children develop a clear understanding of expected behavior. More than that, they can invite them into the conversation to help decide what will keep them safe … and what consequences they should expect for misconduct. When kids help develop the rules, they’re more likely to take ownership of their responsibilities. The free download below is the abridged version from the book that provides a good basic start to creating your own rider conduct agreement. Download this, print out copies, and sit down with your family to have a deeper conversation that covers important bases. Then, put it in writing and have a parent and child sign and date it. Remember to revisit it together, once in a while.