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Getting started

Pulling or carrying your child with you on your bike rides

If your child is too small to ride their own bike there’s a great range of options you can choose to get out cycling with them.

Whether you’re looking for a child’s bike seat, trailer, cargo bike or a way of pulling their bike behind yours we’ve got loads of advice to help you get out there and enjoy the ride.

Advice on buying a kids bike

Buying a kids bike can be quite a confusing experience – especially if it’s your first time. Do you buy new or secondhand, or what about a long term lease? Which brands will your child enjoy riding? And how much should you spend?

Cycle Sprog is here to help demystify the process for you – why not browse our advice articles and then take a look at our recommendations for kids’ bikes in the correct size bike for your child.

Before you start take a moment to GRAB YOUR FREE KIDS BIKE BUYING GUIDE to help you with all the information you need to find the perfect bike for your child. 

Kids cycle helmets

A cycle helmet can help keep your child safe on their bike, but there’s more to it than just plonking any old helmet you find lying around on their head.

It is really important to make sure it fits properly, meets the appropriate safety standards and is being worn properly.

Advice for families with additional needs

Cycling is a great activity for all families to enjoy together.  If your child has additional needs there are an increasing number of options available to help you on your way.

Cycle Sprog's most popular articles

Here at Cycle Sprog we help thousands of families each week find the information they need about kids bikes and cycling together as a family.

We've got hundreds of articles on the website, and we do hope you enjoy browsing them, but if you're in a hurry these are our most popular articles that will get you started.

Keep the school run rolling this term

Term is well underway, routines are settling in, and that makes now a good moment to build cycling into everyday life, not just at the start of term but for the weeks ahead.

If you've been meaning to try cycling to school, there's still no pressure to do it every day: even once a week is a great way to build confidence and get everyone comfortable on their bikes.

The mornings are noticeably cooler now, and the evenings are drawing in too, so it's worth thinking about layers, lights and waterproof bits sooner rather than later. A little planning helps: finding routes that avoid the worst of the traffic, and building in a bit of extra time while everyone gets used to riding in the dimmer light.

Whether it's the ride to the school gates, a weekend trail or just a spin round the block, every journey this term is a chance to build confidence, stay active and make cycling part of family life. Half term is coming up too, a great excuse for a longer ride together.

Explore our guides for getting kitted out for cooler days, route planning and tips to help your family cycle to school with confidence this term.

Our latest articles

Here at Cycle Sprog we're always publishing brilliant new articles, and here's a selection of our newest releases.

The best way to keep up to date with all the latest news, reviews, advice and routes is to sign up for our weekly newsletter.

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How to start cycling to school with kids

20/07/2026

Check out our tips on how to start cycling to school with your child, including route, weather preparing, and how to carry school bags.

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bike with a rear child seat and trailer

Where to try family cycling equipment

20/10/2025

Cycle Sprog outlines the charities and local bike hubs offering in person family cycling expertise, hire and try before you buy.

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How to teach an autistic child to ride a bike: A young boy on a Kidvelo balance bike on a leafy suburb street. His dad is lifting the front of the bike to simulate a wheelie, and his brother is walking alongside him and holding a football

How to teach an autistic or neurodivergent child to ride a bike

17/07/2025

Discover how to teach an autistic or neurodivergent child to ride a bike, with tips for supporting children with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Find out which bikes work best and how to make cycling fun and achievable.

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Learning to ride a bike

Getting ready to teach your child to ride a bike

16/07/2025

Getting ready to teach your child to ride a bike? This guide covers everything you need to prepare—from choosing the right bike and safe locations to setting the right tone and avoiding common pitfalls. Plus, find out how to check if your child is ready to start learning to ride confidently and safely.

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What age do kids learn to ride a bike?

16/07/2025

Wondering what age your child should learn to ride a bike? From balance bikes to scooters, confidence to coordination, this guide covers how to know when your child is ready — and how to make the process fun, not frustrating.

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Help! Why doesn’t my child want to ride their bike?

16/07/2025

Is your child refusing to ride their bike? Discover common reasons why kids lose interest in cycling and get practical tips to help them regain confidence. Whether they’re struggling to learn to ride a bike or just not enjoying it, this guide will help you understand what’s holding them back—and how to support them on the journey.

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