Kids Bikes

The majority of bikes for kids created today are made of metal.  Light aluminum for easy maneuvering, hard steel for superior durability.  Just about all of them have fancy paint jobs with stripes or flames or little flowers and curls, each one in vibrant colors surpassing even a rainbow.  But what if you are looking for something simple for your youngster?  Something that doesn’t need the razzle-dazzle coloring or to match the same style as an older kids bike.  Something simple, something easy for them to learn on.

Something like the Skuut Balance Bike.  Bikes of this manner are becoming more and more popular as parents learn about them.  They allow kids to learn without the abrupt leap from training wheels to two wheels with nothing but mom or dad’s hand to guide them.  Training wheels, in fact, don’t do too much to help children learn how to balance (as many of us may remember from our younger years).  So why not try something different and much more effective?

Using this type of method, children can keep their feet on the ground and walk the bike around until they feel comfortable enough to put their feet up and glide around.  They learn balance much faster this way and are much more confident without the fear of falling.  Their feet are their security, and it isn’t often a person doesn’t trust their feet.  Made for children ages 2-5, the Skuut Balance Bike also isn’t made of the typical materials.  Instead, it is a wooden construction, simple and to the point with everything a bike needs: handles, a seat, frame, and wheels.  Surrounded by dozens of awards, it is just one step away from getting your child to an older, more adult bike.

Ideal for learning not only balance, but also coordination, steering, and independence.  Even though it is made of wood, the seat is still adjustable, so as your child grows you can make sure they’re able to ride their Skuut Balance Bike up until they’re ready to make the change.  The steering is specifically designed to prevent children from turning too sharply and tipping over.  The tires are made of pneumatic rubber and take shock well, giving your child a much smoother ride over bumpy sidewalks and roads.

Some people may be turned off by the wood frame, but that just makes it lighter and easier to move for your child.  It is also protected by a lacquer veneer coating to make sure the wood stays in good shape (but that doesn’t mean it should be left outside in the rain!).  It comes with a warranty, so should something go awry, your child’s ride is covered.  Positive reviews have come in from magazines, family-oriented websites, radio shows, and most importantly, parents.

It can be found at numerous retailers as well, from online sites to sporting good stores.  Once your child begins to ride it, it should come as no surprise when it becomes his or her favorite toy.  You just might find yourself outside all day watching your child zoom by over and over, laughing with delight and all the while learning how to ride a bike with only two wheels.  Before you know it, they’ll be ready for a bigger bike with pedals and will make the transition with amazing ease.