How to stop your kid getting saddle sore: a guide to kids bike saddles
16/09/2024Keeping comfortable on your kids bike saddle is important for your child to enjoy cycling, we outline tips and tricks to keep them happy.
Kids love bikes! Not only are they fun, but riding a bike is a great outdoor activity that gets your child active and away from screens.
But buying them the right size and type of bike is crucial if your child is really going to enjoy riding it.
We've got loads of kids bike buyers guides in all wheel sizes to help you choose the very best bike for your child, whatever their age and riding ability.
If you're just starting out, then these are a good place to start:
Rest assured we only ever recommend bikes that are safe and fun to ride, in a range of prices.
We pride ourselves on only recommending bikes we'd be happy for our friends and family to use as we've know what a difference a properly sized, good quality bike makes.
Take a moment to GRAB YOUR FREE KIDS BIKE BUYING CHECKLIST which will help you record all the information you need to find the perfect bike for your child.
See all our advice on carrying kids by bike
These early years are so precious - don't miss out on cycling with your little one!
Our new online course is a great way to quickly learn about all the different equipment available to cycle with babies and toddlers, plus the pros and cons of each, so you can decide what suits your family and get out riding ASAP.
Sign up now for our Understanding Cycling Gear for Babies and Toddlers course and start making memories this summer.
Get more advice about teaching your child to pedal their bike
Discover more family friendly cycle routes
Cycle Sprog is here to guide you through the wonderful world of cycling with kids.
We started back in 2012 when our founders Karen and Chris were trying to work out how to keep riding their bikes when they became parents.
We're now the leading resource on cycling with kids of all ages from bumps and babies to tween, teens and beyond.
Our website is full of family cycling advice - whether you want to buy, to learn or be inspired.
If you're a beginner bike rider or seasoned cyclist we're here to get (and keep) you pedalling - whatever the age of your child.
And if you want a bit more help, check out our Masterclasses which will get you out riding in no time at all.
Cycle Sprog is a website all about cycling with kids, which husband and wife team Chris Jones and Karen Gee set up in 2012.
The idea for Cycle Sprog emerged out of frustration at the considerable time they were spending online trying to find cycling solutions to each time one of their two boys grew.
When we were moving from a trailer to a tag along and front seat combination we were moaning about how little information there was online for parents who want to cycle with their children.
We realized just how much time we’d spent over the years searching for honest advice and finding places to buy all the equipment, clothing and accessories so the idea of creating a family cycling website aimed specifically for parents was born.
It's just kept on growing, along with our boys!
Keeping comfortable on your kids bike saddle is important for your child to enjoy cycling, we outline tips and tricks to keep them happy.
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Mum Kell shares how she bikepacks in winter with her toddler Atlas. She shares kit and equipment tips and tricks and her route she rode.
Karen and Saskia from Cycle Sprog went to the London Cargo Bike Festival to find out about the latest developments in the world of cargo bikes for families.
Cycle Sprog readers recommend their favourite pump tracks, and we answer a range of pump track FAQ’s, including safety and how to’s
Cycle Sprog outlines the charities and non-for profit organisations offering in person family cycling expertise, hire and try before you buy
Our family cargo bike trip, between Kendal and Silverdale, joined by children’s tv presenter, and long distance cyclist, Timmy Mallet.
Thinking about a cargo bike holiday with kids? Here’s our tips from our multi-day cargo bike holiday with four kids on two cargo bikes.
Leicester-based mum Sarah Jasat offers her advice and tips for Muslim parents wanting to continue cycling with their children during Ramadan
Family cycling holidays require a lot of equipment at great expense, we share the benefits of hiring for your family cycling holiday.
Tern unveils the Orox, an adventure cargo bike designed to carry children and lots of kit, could it be the ultimate family adventure bike?
Dutch cargo bike brand Babboe halts trading over safety concerns
Cycle Sprog’s guide on how to lock up a cargo bike and the best cargo bike locks for keeping your cargo bike safe and secure.
A how to guide to cleaning a kids bike, including what you need, steps to washing and FAQ’s
A guide explaining how to hitch a child bike trailer, explaining axle types and linking to the adaptors you might need.
Bold Helmets, a company specially designing helmets for Sikh kids have launched a new size, available on pre-order now.
A new range of six quality kids bikes is available in time for Christmas
Read all our latest family cycling articles
Welcome to Cycle Sprog – the home of family cycling. Whether you’re a cycling novice or a passionate expert we are here to help you keep pedalling with practical advice and recommendations what ever age your child.
One of the joys of cycling with children is that they are always growing and able to go further and faster, so we have loads of advice to cover pregnancy through to the teenage years.
Happy cycling!
Mum Kell shares how she bikepacks in winter with her toddler Atlas. She shares kit and equipment tips and tricks and her route she rode.
Cycle Sprog host the virtual screening of the new Kids and Coastlines film with a Q+A with the team behind the project.
Karen and Saskia from Cycle Sprog went to the London Cargo Bike Festival to find out about the latest developments in the world of cargo bikes for families.
Many towns in England and Wales are gearing up to the local elections taking place on 2 May 2024. Asking candidates for their view on cycling may help you decide who to vote for.