Can you remember your first bike? Did it have training wheels? Reports show that a majority of parents are choosing to use training wheels to help keep kids safe while they develop the skill necessary to free wheel.
There are a few things for parents to keep in mind when buying training bikes for their kids.
1. Training bikes come in different sizes.
a. 1-3 years = 10 inch bike
b. 3-5 years = 12 inch bike
c. 5-7 years = 16 inch bike
2. Every kid is different so don’t feel the pressure to get yours on a bike and do not stick to the above size chart as these are recommendations and general averages.
3. About 99% of training bike have removable wheels, double check that they one you want to buy does!
4. Don’t forget that you can adjust the height of the seat, normally with an Allen wrench an the handle bars can also normally be adjusted.
5. New bikes are normally between £20 and £80.
6. Used training bikes are a good option for some because generally kids grow out of a training bike quickly. The ideal is to keep a training bike for a year then to graduate to a normal bike.
7. Don’t forget to require that your children wear a helmet, good habits start at home and they happen early.
8. There are many designs to choose from so be sure that you choose one that will still be in fashion with your tot in 12 month’s time
9. Most of all; have fun!
