Beehive Toys & Gifts My First Bike, Giraffe, Baby Walker Balance Bike, Baby and Toddler Ride on Trike for ages 12 - 24 months Yellow

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Vitus Nippy weighs just under a Strider and is a third of the price. We had a heavy balance bike and made no progress, swapped it for a Vitus Nippy and my son was doing huge ramps in the skate park the same day, and road a bike with pedals without needing any practice once he'd outgrown the Nippy. He absolutely loved that thing, even more than his pedal bike tbh." (Recommended by Mumsnetter user33323) Our verdict The saddle should also, ideally, be in a ‘scoop’ shape to deal with the amount of weight targeted towards the centre of the saddle and to aid positioning. Made from 100% birchwood, this bike uses sustainable products with safety top of mind. The handlebar is designed to avoid the bike toppling over it and keep kiddies safe while scooting, the rubber covering to protect fingers and hands and the padded seat to keep them comfortable. With an affordable price combined with great quality, not to mention super lightweight, we think the Vitus Nippy is the best balance bike to buy in 2023. Mumsnetters warn against spending lots on a balance bike as they're used for a relatively short time, and the Nippy hits the sweet spot between performance, quality and price. Warnings: Adult supervision required at all times. To avoid danger of tipping forward, do not let children stand up and lean on the handlebars. Children must remain seated at all times. At Beehive Toy Factory safety is our number one priority which is why all of our toys exceed the minimum safety requirements as set out in the Toy (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Featured in our best balance bikes for kids guide, this bike will get them ready to level up to a bicycle when they’re ready. While some people would argue that it’s better to dive straight into a standard bike with stabilizers, we think that balance bikes are absolutely worth it and a great place to start learning bike riding skills. They can be used from as young as 18 months and teach toddlers how to balance and move on a bike without the added complication of using the pedals. They’ll also build their confidence and learn bike control which will make the transition to a full pedal bike almost seamless when they’re older. What to consider when buying a balance bike This is a lovely bright sturdy but light weight bike I bought the giraffe one for my granddaughters first birthday it was a perfect size I would absolutely recommend it." Balance bikes are small bicycles without pedals. They allow children as young as 18 months to learn to balance and steer by propelling the bike forward and lifting their feet up to glide when ready. Whether you’re looking for a garden toy, a nursery-run solution or something hard-wearing for off-road family trails, the choosing the best balance bike for your toddler will hugely impact their first experience of cycling.Age range: 18 months (with an inside leg of 30.5cm) to five years (with an inside leg of 50.8cm) | Weight: 2.9kg | Wheel size: 12 inch | Tyres: EVA polymer What we love A balance bike is a kids' bike with no cranks or pedals. It allows a child to ride on two wheels without pedals so that they can learn to balance before moving on to full pedal cycling. What age is best for a balance bike?

The transition from crawling to standing and walking is one that takes time and confidence building. A balance bike allows toddlers to explore their bodies and abilities to move themselves around unaided, in a safe and exciting new way.

8. Best quality balance bike: Frog Bikes Tadpole

The Frog Bikes Tadpole combines a sturdy frame with chunky wheels and a long wheelbase – all while boasting a relatively light design, which is no mean feat. These attributes make the Tadpole ideal as a trail bike but light enough for older toddlers, especially as its tyres are well-cushioned for bumpy surfaces. The reflectors and bell are also great features to teach little ones about safety and being seen and heard while out riding a bike. The body of the bike is impact-resistant so any bumps or scrapes won’t ruin it anytime soon. The paint is solvent-free and water-based so non-toxic for little hands; the steering wheel sports rubber grips for usability and the saddle is ergonomically designed for optimum comfort.