The Ridgeback Scoot is a lightweight 12″ balance bike aimed at younger riders taking their first steps into cycling. At just 3.9kg, it’s easy for little ones to manoeuvre and lift themselves, and the lowered frame makes mounting and dismounting straightforward for small legs.
Ridgeback have scaled the contact points down for smaller riders, with narrower grips and brake levers positioned closer to the bars with tool-free reach adjustment, so young children can reach and use the brake comfortably. The grippy Wanda tyres cope well with garden, park and softer off-road surfaces.
A grab handle under the saddle makes carrying the bike easy when little legs need a rest, and the frame and forks come with a transferable lifetime warranty, which is worth knowing if you plan to pass the bike on or sell it once your child moves up to pedals.
A solid, well thought-out option for a first balance bike from an established UK brand.