The Kidvelo Rookie 12 is one of our favourite balance bikes, and gets rave reviews from our testers and parents we know who have bought one.
It’s lightweight and very well made. This shows in the little features, such as sealed bearings on the wheels and a proper headset – bits you don’t see but really make a difference to the quality of the product.
Our (adult) reviewer also really liked the frame design, although this probably doesn’t register with the rider!
It has a more upright riding position than some of the other 12 inch balance bikes on the market, making it a good choice if your child is a bit more cautious about picking up speed and going really fast. This has made them the go-to balance bike for children with additional needs.
You can read our review of the Kidvelo Rookie 12 for full details of this bike.
And if you want to learn more about how this brand came into being you can listen to our interview with Kidvelo founder Karen Wood on the Family Cycling Podcast. She is one of the most knowledgable people on balance bikes in the UK (and perhaps the world!)
If the Kidvelo Rookie isn’t the right choice for your little one, you can see more options in our guide to the Best balance bikes.
