Jasmina Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 My son is nearly 23 months.What balance bike do you recommend?Likeabike, Puky, Isla or something else? I'd like a light one that is easy to step through / out of.A mate recommended a balance bike her boys uses with very fat / flat wheels. She got hers from ToysRus but they dont seem to do the same one.. Anyone seen something like this? Wheels were a bit like this but bike not battery powered: http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Bikes-and-Rideons/Battery-Powered/The-Amazing-SpiderMan-6V-Motorbike(0092234)?searchPosition=4Thanks in advance, Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonacara Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Early rider, wooden balance bike. My boy picked it up in a few afternoons. Very well designed. Highly recommended! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650131 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasmina Posted May 31, 2013 Author Share Posted May 31, 2013 Thanks boncara - will check it out. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650188 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nunheadmum Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Decathlon balance bikes are cheap and lighter than many of the big brands. Can take them down to the shop at Surrey Keys and try some out. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650197 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Au'Lait Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 We have a Strider. My son got it for his 2nd birthday and we never used the buggy again. It is super light - it doesn't weigh much more than a scooter so he can manoeuvre it himself easily up and down steps and curbs. I also use a scooter strap which helps when he's slow or tired. Though now Daddy has started taking the strap and running with him, legs akimbo, screeching with laughter down the street and while I had previously been congratulation him on his excellent balance his reactions are not quick enough to cope with the speeds his father has opened his eyes to. It'll end in tears. Anyway, thoroughly recommend the Strider, he (we) have all loved it from the start. It has a tighter turning circle than the wooden ones I think (though am not sure how tight they turn really, was told when researching and haven't tried it for myself) and the EVA tyres are brilliant, light as air and no punctures!Not the cheapest bike available, and I agonised over spending what I considered to be over the odds but would spend it again in a flash. Lets hope it doesn't get pinched and I don't have to. Happy choosing! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Au'Lait Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 While I'm on the subject a little boy I look after has a puky, it's horrible. Weighs a ton. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650632 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otta Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Early rider wooden bikes are definitely the coolest looking, but probably don't meet your easy to get on / off criteria. Unkess they've released new designs that I've not seen. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otta Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 This ine is ideal for ease of getting on and off, but is heavy!http://www.pukybikes.co.uk/learner-bikes/balance_bikes_lr1.htm Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650651 Share on other sites More sharing options...
savage Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 HiTake a loom at a Tinybike, it sounds like what you are after http://www.amazon.co.uk/TinyBike-Tiny-Bike-Balance-Blue/dp/B00665VQJCMy son had one from the age of 2 until 3.5. It really s fab and easy for them to learn on as the wheels are so thick.Kate Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasmina Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Thanks everyone! So many useful messages! Au' Lait - loving the picture you paint of your son and husband and useful info re the Strider and tight turning circle. Otta - You're so right about the Early Rider looking cool!Nunhead Mum - Thanks for reminding me of Decathalon.I think I need to go and try out a few and go from there. Thanks for the useful feedback! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/32749-balance-bike-recommendations/#findComment-650754 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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