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Kids bikes

Buying a kids bike

Here at Cycle Sprog we're here to help you find the perfect bike for your child.

We don't sell bikes ourselves - we independently review and recommend bikes (and we do sometimes get a commission if you buy which allows us to keep doing this!).

We only feature quality kids bikes that will last several children, which we've either ridden ourselves or which have been recommended to us by other keen cycling parents.

Our various articles on the best kids bikes for different ages  will help you decide which bikes you should be considering for your child and your budget - plus where to buy your final choice from.

We'll also help you through the process of deciding whether to buy a bike (either new or second-hand) or lease one.

Take a moment to GRAB YOUR FREE KIDS BIKE BUYING GUIDEwhich will help you with all the information you need to find the perfect bike for your child.

 

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What type of bike are you looking for?

If you already know what type of bike you’re looking for, you can go straight to our recommendations for each type of bike:

The best kids bikes for all ages

Kids bikes are sold according to their wheel size (in inches).  Small starter bikes (12″ to 18″ tend to come without gears) and 20″ wheels and over you can add in gears to make getting up hills easier.

If you’re not sure what type of geared bike you’re looking for, then we always recommend a good quality hybrid bike.

We’ve selected the best kids bikes in each size to help you find that perfect bike.  We’ve included new, secondhand and lease options so all budgets are covered.

Not found what you’re looking for?

If you’ve not found the perfect bike just yet, then here’s all our bike related articles for you to browse through:

Best 14" kids' bikes: a little girl in waterproofs stands over her 14-inch bike next to the shoreline, looking out at sea with a mountain in background

Best 14” kids bikes for 3-4 year-olds

13/05/2025

With lots more quality options on the market, we help you narrow down the best 14″ kids’ bikes for 3-4 year-olds who are ready to start pedalling

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Yellow Hornit AIRO 14 being ridden by a girl in a pink jacket on a large step

Best balance bikes 2025

13/05/2025

Our pick of the best balance bikes to invest in your little one’s lifelong enjoyment of cycling

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three kids riding shyre bikes side by side

Shyre Bikes range overview: a new kids bike brand built for adventure

06/05/2025

Cycle Sprog’s comprehensive guide to Shyre kids’ bikes, including information on the different models and sizing.

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a girl in a pink oneside and pink helmet is riding the kidvelo rookie 14 to review it

Bikes for girls: Everything you need to know

01/05/2025

If you’re searching online for bikes for girls, you’re not alone. Whether you’re buying your daughter’s first bike or upgrading to a bigger size, it can be overwhelming knowing where to start. At Cycle Sprog we’re dedicated to helping parents pick the best kids bikes for their children that are actually built for the job.…

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Group photo of children riding bike club bikes

What size kids bike do I need?

30/04/2025

Whether your child is new to cycling, or has been a confident pedaller for years, when the time comes to buy them a new bike, figuring out what size kids bike to get them can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve created this guide to show you how to choose the right size kids’…

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Cheapest kids bikes

29/04/2025

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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