Archive for January, 2021

The cheapest kids bikes – January 2021
You don’t need to break the bank to get a decent kids bike – here’s our pick of the best
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Where to buy the cheapest Frog Bikes – January 2021
It’s rare to find Frog Bikes reduced, but I’ve been trying to find where are the best places to buy a Frog Bike this month
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The best bikes for 6 and 7 year old kids (20″ wheels)
A first bike with gears is a big choice – let us help you choose the right one for your child
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The best 24″ wheel all purpose kids bikes for ages 7 to 10 years
If you’re going to be looking for a bike for a child aged between 7 and 10 years of age you’re probably looking for a bike that can be ridden further and faster than their previous bikes. By this age, most children are able to pedal and change gear by themselves and are starting to…
Read MoreBest kids 24″ wheel mountain bikes ages 7 to 10 years
For ages 8 and over, there’s some cracking MTB’s available at the moment…….
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Best kids 20″ wheel mountain bikes for 5 and 6 year olds
Finding kids 20″ wheel mountain bikes is no mean feat! The a look at our shortlist of some of the best 20 inch wheel kids mountain bikes available today
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The best kids mountain bikes under £500(ish) with 26″ and 27.5″ wheel size
If you’re looking for a quality but reasonably cheap kids mountain bike with 26″ or 27.5″ wheels, what choice do you have? Check the Cycle Sprog list
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The best road bikes for kids aged 8 and over – 24″ wheels
Does your child want a bike like they ride in the Tour de France? Check these out!
Read MoreThe best 20″ wheel road bikes for kids aged 6 and over
We look at what 20″ wheel kids road bikes are available, for budding Geraint Thomas’s and Lizzy Armisteads!
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Best kids road bikes for Winter 2020
Get your Cycle Sprogs out on the road with these great kids sized road bikes
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Choosing the best balance bike for your child – 2020
Children differ, as do balance bikes. Help match your child to the correct balance bike
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The best 12″ wheel first pedal bikes for ages 2 years and over
Buying your child’s very first pedal bike is such a milestone – and you want to make sure you’re choosing the best bike for them. There’s a bewildering range of kids first pedal bikes available, so in this article, we look at the various 12″ wheel kids bikes suitable for children aged about 2 and…
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The best 14″ starter bikes for children aged 3 and 4 years
There’s an increasing choice of quality, lightweight starter bikes with a 14″ wheel – we take a look at the best
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The best 16″ wheel bikes for 4 and 5 year olds
Getting a first bike is such a huge milestone – we take a look a the best 16″ wheel bikes for ages 4 to 6 year olds to get pedalling on
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Best kids 26″ wheel mountain bikes
Here’s our selection of the best, and most fun, kids 26″ wheel mountain bikes
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The best full suspension kids mountain bikes
For Cycle Sprogs who take their MTBing seriously, we’ve found some serious MTB’s!
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The best 18″ wheel kids bikes for a 5 year old
There’s a scarcity of decent 18″ wheel single speed bikes available, but we’ve tracked down the best available
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Best 26″ wheel kids bikes for ages 9 – 13 years
What happens when your child has grown out of a 24″ wheel kids bike, but isn’t big enough to move up to an adult bike. These junior sized 26″ wheel hybrid will fill that gap.
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Black Friday 2020 deals on kids bikes – where to find a bargain bicycle!
Black Friday madness is here already – check out where the best deals are on kids bikes
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The best bike for a 1 year old toddler – 2020
From 12 months there are some exciting options for getting toddlers onto two wheels.
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Best mountain bikes for teenagers
27.5″ wheel kids mountain bikes are a relatively new concept – here we look at the best deals available
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10 things you need to know before buying a balance bike for your toddler
Here’s 10 helpful questions to ask yourself when you’re buying a balance bike
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Big balance bikes for taller children
For taller children who have outgrown a standard 12″ wheel balance bike, there’s a number of larger balance bikes available
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The best front bike seats for toddlers and young children
Front bike seats are a great way to travel with your toddler. There are a growing number of makes and models available – here’s our pick of the best on offer
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The best rear bike seats for toddlers and small children – Winter 2020
The Cycle Sprog pick of rear bike seats – there’s one for every budget
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The best kids bikes 2020 – our pick of the very best
Here’s our selection of the best kids bikes for kids of all ages
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The best front mounted bike seats for older kids
If your child has outgrown their front bike seat, don’t despair! There are some front bike seats that allow you to carry older children
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The best Tagalongs for pulling a child behind your bike
Tag-alongs or trail-a-bikes are a great way to get around with a 4 to 9 year old – check out some of the best on the market
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Why you shouldn’t buy a really cheap kids bike
There’s a good reason we don’t recommend really cheap kids bikes. This is it.
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Tour de France facts for kids – become an expert on the worlds greatest cycle race!
There are so many interesting facts and figures about Le Tour de France – how many do you know?
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Kids guide to Tour de France jersey colours
Find out who wears the green jersey, and what you have to do to be King of the Mountains
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Inspire your Cycle Sprog with a kids size yellow jersey
These are going to sell out fast!!
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It’s here….the 2020 Tour de France kids guide
Our kids guide to The Tour de France is a great way to learn about the world’s longest cycle race
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Cycling with older kids who have a disability or special needs
There are lots of options for children who don’t use a two wheeled bike. From balance bikes to adapted trikes, we take a look at what’s available
Read More12 things you need to know before buying a kids bike
Are you buying a kids bike? Here’s 12 things you need to think about before splashing your cash
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Choosing the best cargo bike for your family
I’ve been test riding some of the best cargo bikes for transporting a family – here’s how I got on
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How to start cycling with a small child in a bike seat, cargo bike or trailer
Setting out on your first ride with your little one can be nerve wracking so here are some tips to help you wheel away confidently
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E-bikes and child bike seats – all your questions answered
There’s no escaping it – e-bikes (or electric bikes) are becoming more and more popular. There’s a good reason for this – the battery on an e-bike makes cycling easier and more accessible. For families with young children, an e-bike can make cycling with a front or rear bike seat a possibility. The extra weight…
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How to take kids and bikes on a plane
It’s difficult, but it can be done! Mum of two Kathryn explains how she’s managed 2 kids, 4 bikes and a trailer
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Buying a kids mountain bike – things you need to know
If you’re thinking of buying your child a mountain bike, check out our top 7 things to look out for
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Should my child wear a bike helmet?
If you haven’t decided whether your family will wear helmets or not, here are some pointers to help you decide
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How to prepare a kids bike for selling second hand in just 9 steps
There comes a time when every child’s bike has done it’s duty and is outgrown by it’s original owner, siblings, cousins and friends. This is the time to sell it on and recoup some of the original cost. If you want to get the best price, you’re going to need to know how to prepare a kids bike for…
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Calling all Cycle Sprogs! Share your Sprog Blogs now!
Are you a Cycle Sprog? Do you love riding your bike? Why not write a Sprog Blog?
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Buying a second hand kids bike
Are you thinking of buying a second hand kids bike? It can be a brilliant way to get hold of a good quality kids bike without having to pay the full retail price. However, you do need to know what to look for, to avoid being sold a dud. Here, Cycle Sprog’s technical editor Chris (who has bought more than his…
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Family cycling holiday along the River Danube
Flying to Vienna and cycling along the River Danube to Budapest is a fabulous way to enjoy a family cycling holiday
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Our family cycling holiday in the French Alps
I was sceptical – would the boys be capable of cycling in the French Alps? There’s only one way to find out…….
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Family friendly cycle routes
Looking for somewhere new to go on your next ride out? Here are some ideas to help you decide.
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What is a balance bike?
Balance bikes are a popular way to get your toddler used to controlling a bike, without them needing to worry about using pedals
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How to hire a kids bike in Amsterdam
A trip to Amsterdam is not complete without a bike ride and for adults there is no shortage of places to turn up, hire a bike and ride away. However, if you’re wanting to hire a kids bike in Amsterdam you need to be slightly more organised. As you’d expect from Amsterdam, it’s possible to rent kids bikes, cargo…
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A family cycling holiday to Denmark
What do you pack to go on a family cycling holiday to Denmark? Loom bands of course!
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4 questions to answer before selling your kid’s old bike
Are you thinking of selling your kid’s old bike? Read this first….
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How to sell a kids bike on Ebay
If you’re thinking of selling your kids bike on ebay, check out our step by step guide to getting it right first time
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tow bars for kids bikes – longer rides are on the horizon!
If you’re ready to head out for a fun ride but your little one needs a rest on the way back, a towbar may be just the ticket.
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Bike trailers for cycling with children
Trailers are a brilliant way to move your children around, what ever the weather. Find out whether a trailer would suit your family.
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Tag along and trailer bikes for kids – pulling your child behind you
Tag-alongs are a great way to introduce your little one to cycling from about the age of 4 years.
Tag-alongs are particularly useful if you’re doing a lot of travelling on road, as you are in control of your childs direction and position.

rear bike seats – a great way to cycle with a toddler
Getting out into the great outdoors with your child opens up endless opportunities for having fun, and a rear seat is a great way to start cycling together and expand your horizons.
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advice & guides, cycling with kids

Family Cycling Safety for Winter
Winter cycling is great fun - here's some tips on keeping safe and warm
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advice & guides, kids clothing & gloves

How to keep your child’s head warm under their cycle helmet
During a particularly cold spell of weather little heads and ears can get very cold ...
Read MoreJanuary 8th
2021 news

Wiggins Kids Bikes discontinued
The popular range of kids bikes has been discontinued
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advice & guides, kids clothing & gloves, Winter

The best children’s winter cycling gloves – 2021
It's that time of year again - cold fingers! We bring you the best of this seasons kids sized winter cycling gloves
Read MoreDecember 31st
2020 blog, Discounts

Kendal Mountain Festival discount code – films from 80 pence
Get 20% off all films at KMF to watch from the comfort of your own home
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bike advice, kids bikes

Help! Where can I buy a kids bike with quick delivery?
"Help! I urgently need to buy my child a bike - where has one in stock?" is a question we're getting asked a lot at the moment.
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Maintenance

How to assemble a kids bike out of the box
If you’ve bought your child a bike this Christmas and ordered it on-line you’re going ...
Read MoreDecember 21st
2020 blog, Christmas

Help! Where can I buy a kids bike in time for Christmas 2020??
Time is running out, but if you're quick you may just be able to order a bike in time for Christmas delivery
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bike reviews, Hybrid bikes, reviews

Black Mountain HÜTTO review – from balance bike to pedalling with one bike!
Would the HUTTO give our reviewer the confidence to start pedalling?
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Christmas

Easy ways to wrap a kids bike this Christmas
Take the stress out of Christmas Eve with these hassle free ways of wrapping a kids bike
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