I still remember the chaos of the early days—three kids under three, a million things to juggle, and the school run feeling like the most stressful part of my day. Traffic, tantrums, parking nightmares... I was constantly running late, frustrated, and exhausted before the day had even begun.
Then, I got a cargo bike. And honestly? It changed everything.
Instead of wrestling car seats and fighting traffic, my mornings became smooth, fun, and stress-free. We zipped past congestion, enjoyed fresh air, and arrived at school happy instead of frazzled. My kids loved the ride—it was like a daily adventure for them. And for me? It was liberating.
Why Active School Runs Are Life-Changing
Turns out, I wasn’t just imagining the benefits. Science backs up what I experienced first-hand:
✅ Active Kids Learn Better
Children who walk or ride to school concentrate better in class compared to those driven by car. One study found that kids who engaged in active transport showed improved cognitive performance—even more than those who had a healthy breakfast! Source
🚲 More Exercise, Less Stress
Riding to school helps children meet their daily exercise needs, reducing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and even anxiety. A Danish study found that kids who rode their bikes to school were happier and less stressed throughout the day.
🏙️ Less Traffic = Safer Streets
Did you know that in some Australian cities, school drop-offs make up 25% of morning traffic? (Source) Fewer cars at school drop-off times mean safer roads for everyone.
🌏 A Greener Choice
A short 2km school trip by car produces about 200g of CO₂ emissions. Multiply that by thousands of families, and the impact is huge. Riding or walking reduces our footprint and teaches kids sustainable habits for life.
But What If It’s Too Hard? (Trust Me, It’s Easier Than You Think!)
I get it—switching to a bike can feel overwhelming at first. But here’s what I learned:
🚲 You don’t need to be “fit.” E-bikes and cargo bikes make riding effortless, even with kids and groceries.
🏡 You don’t need a perfect bike path. Many schools have safer side streets or bike-friendly routes if you know where to look.
👶 You don’t have to ride every day. Start with one or two days a week and see how it feels!
Try It for Yourself – No Commitment Needed!
Because I believe in this so much, we’ve made it easy for families to try riding to school:
✔️ Weekly trials – See how it fits your life, no pressure.
✔️ Subscriptions & leasing – No big upfront costs, just flexibility.
✔️ Free test rides – Experience the joy before you commit.
💙 This Ride2School Day, why not give it a go? It just might change your life—the way it changed mine.
👉 Book your free test ride here
