Islabikes - worth the hefty price tag?

[mothercourage]

Looking at one of these for my daughter's 5th birthday. Just wondering if they're worth shelling out for?

Any feedback much appreciated.

[Whatsupchuck]

YES!! I really um'd and ah'd over this before just going for it and buying a cnoc 14 for my 4yr old. It is true what they say kids really do fly with these. I didn't quite believe them and ordered the stabilisers to go with the bike and they are still sitting in the box unused. I would say within 2 or 3 15 minute sessions my son was riding. He was totally new to two wheels because we didn't bother with a balance bike but apparantly if they have a balance bike first it is even quicker.

Can't rate them highly enough and have good resale value

Hope this helps

xx

[katyc]

Have you looked at the Blowfish bikes? I just bought one for my 5 year old daughter and its great. Really light weight and not a hint of a tassle or any pink in sight. I got it from BC Bikes and it was around ?100 cheaper than the Isla bike.

[alice32]

Definitely worth it! My son had the Isla balance bike from when he was two, and has recently (aged 4) moved onto the cnoc 14. He was riding it without stabilisers within about 15 minutes! They're lightweight and incredibly well made - and made to last. I highly recommend.

[mothercourage]

Thanks everyone. Islabikes seem to hit the mark (go for loads on ebay so good resale I guess) but will take a look at Blowfish too.