STRIDER – 12 SPORT BALANCE BIKE REVIEW FOR 18 MONTHS TO 5 YEARS
INTRODUCTION
Sometimes parents would prefer their child learn balancing without going through the traditional transition from training wheels to a real bike. Maybe you are thinking of a way to enable your child learn balancing on their own. Then, the Strider – 12 sport balance bike is the most suitable option.
Strider bike products are generally well designed and built. Although there are many competitions in the market, the company has held its position as parent’s favorite choice in balance bikes because of their trusted quality, to which the Strider – 12 sport balance bike is no exception.
This bike stands on top of the list of balance bikes highly rated by a lot of customers. …show more content…
They are made smaller, narrower and lighter to ensure the most proper and comfortable riding position and posture. Also, it comes with a seat post that allows the seat to be adjustable to a height of 48 cm, hence taller kids from age 3 to 5 can use this bike. With this feature, kids of varying heights and age can use this bike.
• A brake mount
The Strider – 12 sport balance bike like most balance bike comes with no brakes but there is a provision for installation of a rear brake when the child has mastered balancing and control of the bike and can ride with both feet on the footrest. At this point, a child can be taught on the use of brakes and a brake operated by foot can be bought separately and installed on the provided space.
• Maintenance-free tires
The Strider – 12 sport balance bike runs on Ultralight one piece wheels. They come with the 5-spoke design system with 10 bearing support gussets to provide strength as the child rides. In addition, the tires are made of EVA polymer, industrially called foam. This design system makes them solid and need no air as they never go flat, also lasting …show more content…
Due to this reason, Strider – 12 sport balance bike has no pedals but has footrests positioned just under the saddle to promote natural bike balance. With this, the child can place their feet on the footrest as the bike gains speed. This way, they can learn balance and control the bike’s movement.
• The ideal size
With a minimum height of 11 inches, the Strider – 12 sport balance bike can be used by an 18 months old kid. Its proper fitted parts also allow the seat to be set less than a child’s inseam.
• Geometry
When riding on a balance bike, kids naturally lean forward. The Strider – 12 sport balance bike is designed with ample space between the handle bars and the seat which allows kids lean forward comfortably and extend their legs to run. This also makes getting on and off the bike easy.
In addition, the seat is placed close to the rear tire when lowered to its lowest height. This provides a center of gravity that promotes balance and control.
PROS
• This bike is designed with mini-saddle that can perfectly fit the hips of toddlers
• Handlebars and wheels can be adjusted without the need for
INTRODUCTION
Sometimes parents would prefer their child learn balancing without going through the traditional transition from training wheels to a real bike. Maybe you are thinking of a way to enable your child learn balancing on their own. Then, the Strider – 12 sport balance bike is the most suitable option.
Strider bike products are generally well designed and built. Although there are many competitions in the market, the company has held its position as parent’s favorite choice in balance bikes because of their trusted quality, to which the Strider – 12 sport balance bike is no exception.
This bike stands on top of the list of balance bikes highly rated by a lot of customers. …show more content…
They are made smaller, narrower and lighter to ensure the most proper and comfortable riding position and posture. Also, it comes with a seat post that allows the seat to be adjustable to a height of 48 cm, hence taller kids from age 3 to 5 can use this bike. With this feature, kids of varying heights and age can use this bike.
• A brake mount
The Strider – 12 sport balance bike like most balance bike comes with no brakes but there is a provision for installation of a rear brake when the child has mastered balancing and control of the bike and can ride with both feet on the footrest. At this point, a child can be taught on the use of brakes and a brake operated by foot can be bought separately and installed on the provided space.
• Maintenance-free tires
The Strider – 12 sport balance bike runs on Ultralight one piece wheels. They come with the 5-spoke design system with 10 bearing support gussets to provide strength as the child rides. In addition, the tires are made of EVA polymer, industrially called foam. This design system makes them solid and need no air as they never go flat, also lasting …show more content…
Due to this reason, Strider – 12 sport balance bike has no pedals but has footrests positioned just under the saddle to promote natural bike balance. With this, the child can place their feet on the footrest as the bike gains speed. This way, they can learn balance and control the bike’s movement.
• The ideal size
With a minimum height of 11 inches, the Strider – 12 sport balance bike can be used by an 18 months old kid. Its proper fitted parts also allow the seat to be set less than a child’s inseam.
• Geometry
When riding on a balance bike, kids naturally lean forward. The Strider – 12 sport balance bike is designed with ample space between the handle bars and the seat which allows kids lean forward comfortably and extend their legs to run. This also makes getting on and off the bike easy.
In addition, the seat is placed close to the rear tire when lowered to its lowest height. This provides a center of gravity that promotes balance and control.
PROS
• This bike is designed with mini-saddle that can perfectly fit the hips of toddlers
• Handlebars and wheels can be adjusted without the need for