Yvolution Y Velo Junior Toddler Balance Bike | 9" Training Bicycle With Dual Rear Wheels | For Kids Age 18 Months - 3 Years

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GROWS WITH YOUR CHILD - The seat height and handlebar height can be adjusted to ‘evolve’ with your child ensuring a best fit for children from 18 months - 4 years old, or up to 45 lbs. The adjustable seat allows for a ride height 11” – 14.17”. It’s the first bike that grows with kids and their confidence.

Because of the sturdiness of the Gomo balance bike, it’s capable of going off-road. The through-wheel axles prevent the wheels from dislodging, even when the road is bumpy. This bike was too heavy for my daughter throughout the months of testing and, as such, has seen little use. Perhaps for an older child the weight and size wouldn’t be such an issue, but as mentioned earlier, at that point, the child could be ready for a larger bike anyway. Riding a bike. They say you never forget, but how do we learn in the first place? Most of us learned to ride with training wheels, aka stabilisers. However, balance is a key skill in riding a bike and stabilisers do little to foster little one’s balance development.

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Regardless of whether you are pro or anti footrests, so long as they are not obstructing the child’s natural stride, they can be an optional extra. My rule of thumb is so long as the child doesn’t notice the footrests when walking, they are probably OK. Whether or not the footrests ever get used is an entirely separate matter. Turning limiters The traditional learning-to-ride journey on bikes with training wheels first develops the child’s pedalling skill, before introducing the balance skill later. Balance bikes flip that approach on its head, by first developing balance and later introducing pedalling. In my experience, children find the progression on a balance bike more intuitive than trying to adapt to a regular pedal bike with training wheels. A child’s confidence also grows as they progress on a balance bike, building another key component for when the time comes to pedal off unassisted.

The bike is suited with puncture-proof EVA wheels. These are lightweight and textured to provide superb traction. Your toddler can ride over various surfaces without affecting the steering. Amy was at home when the Y Velo balance bike arrived so was immediately very giddy and told anyone who would listen on the school run that she had a new balance bike! I promised her I would try and fit it together the following day so we could take it out for a ride in the park whilst the big two were at school and the weather was nice! Brakes are very much an optional extra on balance bikes. With the lower ride height and speeds, kids can rely on their feet to slow and stop the bike. However, what you save on brakes you may lose on shoe wear. Other drop-bar balance bikes are available. There is the Early Rider Road Runner. At 3.6 kg and with pneumatic tyres, the Road Runner seemingly makes for a much better bike. It also looks much better, has a proper headset, classic-looking saddle, wrapped bar tape, and a turning limiter (should you want one). However, it is more than twice the price of the Fixie and discontinued.

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Using a balance bike teaches a child how to balance and control their bike, which is fundamental in regards to their safety and as a foundation for development of further skills. A balance bike allows a child to progress at their own pace and gives them a sense of independence and pride from the very beginning.” Beth Harding, Active School Travel Coordinator schools, Sustrans NI Balance bike or stabilisers The adjustable seat is a great feature for growing toddlers. However, the maximum seat height is 15.7 inches, which most parents deem small for a 4-year-old and certainly not high enough for the advertised maximum age of 5.

It’s also important to understand the fit of the balance bike you’re purchasing. If purchasing online, be sure to measure the balance bike rider to ensure proper fit.Here are some of the key considerations when selecting a balance bike for your little one. Benefits of balance bikes Other updated details on the Banana Bike are the cushioned handlebars. They offer a secure grip that is comfortable for your toddler’s long rides. The handles are slightly textured, helping your little one hold on better. Carbon is typically more fragile – not ideal for a bike that is almost guaranteed to suffer a few falls and spend most of its life lying on a floor waiting to trip an unsuspecting adult. There is also the price – expect to pay a premium for carbon-framed balance bikes. Still, there is there cool factor for the (cycling fan) parent having mini-me on a mini carbon bike. Sustainability