{"id":402,"date":"2017-07-24T19:55:19","date_gmt":"2017-07-24T19:55:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidsonbikes.co.uk\/?p=402"},"modified":"2018-07-21T20:44:59","modified_gmt":"2018-07-21T20:44:59","slug":"kids-first-bike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsonbikes.co.uk\/kids-first-bike\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips For Buying Your Child’s First Bike"},"content":{"rendered":"
Have you noticed how just how hectic today\u2019s world is? I swear, people are getting so busy that no one has time for family traditions anymore. But if there\u2019s one rite of passage that you can\u2019t afford to miss out on, it\u2019s teaching your kids how to ride their first bike<\/a>.<\/p>\n Not only will it encourage them to love the outdoors, but you\u2019ll also be giving them a valuable skill that will last them a lifetime. To do that, you have to get the right bikes for the little guys.<\/p>\n However, it\u2019s not just a matter of popping into your local bike shop and picking out the shiniest scrambler. You\u2019ll need to consider a number of factors to get just the right one. Hopefully, selecting the perfect set of wheels should be a cinch thanks to the following tips for buying your kids’ first bike.<\/p>\n Kids of different ages have completely different levels of motor skills. As such, getting the wrong type of bike for their age might prove challenging and unsafe for the little guys. To make your work easier, we\u2019ve laid out what type of bike fits what age according to leading paediatricians and bike experts.<\/p>\n This is the best option for some of the youngest riders on the planet. A tricycle or trike<\/a> gives your toddler the chance to develop some balance, leg strength, coordination, and independent play skills without any dangers of toppling over.<\/p>\n In addition to having a longer seat that will serve your kids for years, tricycles also have sealed wheels that are quite durable and very low maintenance.<\/p>\n Once your child has mastered the tricycle, they\u2019re ready to start working on their balance in a safe way. Balance bikes<\/a> allow your kid to get a feel of a two wheeled bike without having to pedal. Instead, the child propels forward in a Flintstone-like fashion by pushing off with their feet.<\/p>\n These strider bikes have the advantage of letting your kids learn balance, improve their strength and overall coordination while still keeping their feet strategically underneath.<\/p>\n By now, your children are already professional bike riders. Once you upgrade them to a regular bike, they probably won\u2019t even need you to teach them a thing. However, you can get a bike with training wheels just to be safe. But you can bet that they\u2019ll be coming off in just a few short days.<\/p>\n Apart from the above factors, the size is without question one of the most important factors to consider. Getting the size wrong could have dire consequences.<\/p>\n For example, a bike that\u2019s too big can be heavy and dangerous for your toddler to use. Similarly, something too small is bound to get damaged or outgrown pretty quickly.<\/p>\nTip #1: Get the Right Bike for the Right Age<\/h2>\n
Ages 1 to 2 \u2013 Tricycles<\/h3>\n
Ages 2 to 4 \u2013 Balance Bikes<\/h3>\n
Ages 4+ – Two-Wheelers<\/h3>\n
Tip #2: Choose the Right Size<\/h2>\n