Banana LT Balance Bike for Boys and Girls - Lightweight Aluminium No Pedal Kids' Bike for 2-5 Years Old - Training Bike with Adjustable Handlebar and Seat, and EVA Tires

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We like that the grips have nice large bumpers on the outside, so little hands won’t slip off while riding. The Strider has a lower minimum seat height and is better suited for toddlers ages 18-months (as long as their inseam is at least the same height as the minimum seat height of 11″) to 4-years-old. In 2023, Jenni and her almost-4-year-old son, a balance bike enthusiast, spent two weeks testing this guide’s existing picks against five new contenders by riding them in their neighborhood. FLEXIBLE SIZING GROW WITH YOUR CHILD The LT bike comes with an adjustable seat and handlebar to accommodate Childrens ages from 2 Years to 5 years, the seat height of the Banana Bike LT can be adjusted on the go from just 12.

By developing their core strength and establishing a centre of gravity, these pedal-free bikes help little’uns master the basics of balancing, making it easier for them to progress to the real thing.

Damage caused by non-domestic use, abuse, misuse, neglect, or by not being used and cared for in accordance with our instructions. If you want a version of our budget pick that’s available for a bit less: The Banana Bike LT, our former budget pick, is essentially the same as our current budget pick, the Banana Bike GT. Simple-to-use brake system: Though most kids can stop just fine with their feet, a handbrake is a desirable safety feature, especially in hilly areas. Overall, this little balance bike from Raleigh has a fun design for both toddlers and nostalgic adults alike, and there are some good practical elements, such as the large buffers on the grips and the steering stops to prevent accidents.

The bumpers at the end of the grips and limited steerer are both examples of practical decisions that make the bike easier to use. Selected lines only, determined by size, weight or whether delivered direct from one of our suppliers. It may fit some toddlers as young as 18 months, though if your child has an inseam less than 12″, a better choice would be the Strider with it’s 11″ minimum seatpost height.

The GT version is an upgrade to the original LT model and shares the same banana-shaped step-through frame design. But most riders don’t need the extra-robust wheels, and feature-wise, you get more for your money from the REI REV 12. BNPL is an interest bearing option that allows you to delay payments on your purchases for up to 12 months depending on how much you spend. In some cases, the manufacturer/ supplier may require to see the item(s) before repair or replacement can take place. The one thing we’d change about the Woom 1 would be more height adjustability—most kids will outgrow it by age 4.Thanks to its low standover height and long seatpost, it also provides a good fit for kids from 2 to 4 years old. Many “budget” balance bikes are poorly designed and have such cheap construction that they fall apart quickly.

This Strider bike has a stand-over height of 10 inches—higher than our other picks by 2 or 3 inches, but unsurprising since the bike is meant for taller kids. For example, they aren't generally left leaning up against something, they will be left lying on the floor, and will need to be picked up by small arms.Prior to learning how to glide, footrests can be problematic for young walkers as they can get in the way of their stride, but we didn’t have that problem with the Banana Bike. Easy assembly and maintenance: From unboxing, a balance bike should be ready to roll in about half an hour, and the average parent should be able to assemble it properly without a professional’s help. It puts them in an ideal, very slightly forward-leaning position while they’re riding, which is safe but still encourages speed. We found the GOMO required less assembly and the handlebars held in place a bit better than the Banana Bike.