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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 CHECKLIST which will help you record 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:

Cube Kid 240SL kids lightweight mountain bike

Review of Cube Kid 240 SL kids mountain bike (aka Reaction TM)

11/01/2019

The Cube Kids 240 SL is a high end MTB for kids serious about their riding. How will our 9 year old reviewer find it?

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Cuda Impact 24

Cuda Impact review – kids full suspension mountain bike for 7 to 10 year olds

03/12/2018

When Cuda Bikes got in touch and asked if we’d like to review their new Impact 24 kids mountain bike, you should have seen the look on our youngest Cycle Sprog’s face.  Whilst he’s used to riding a good quality front suspension mountain bike, he’s had to look on enviously as his older brother has…

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Squish MTB 26 in green

Squish Bikes launch new kids mountain bike range

28/11/2018

A new kids mountain bike range has been launched this week by Squish Bikes.  The 24″ and 26″ wheel Squish MTB both retail for £429.99 and appear to be well specified for the price point. The bikes have been designed with junior riders in mind, with features including: Tektro M-280 Mechanical Disc Brakes with 160mm…

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Wild Bikes 20 inch pink kids bike

Wild Bikes kids range launched by Go Outdoors

08/11/2018

A new range of lightweight kids bikes has been launched – we take a closer look

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Vitus Nucleus 26 on bridleway

Vitus launch three new kids bikes in their 2019 range

30/10/2018

Vitus expand their kids bike range with three new bikes

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Worx Bike at U14's Cyclocross race

My first U14’s Cyclocross race

19/10/2018

It was very hard work, but will our intrepid Cycle Sprog finish the race?

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