CATEGORY: Reviews
Looking for honest, independent kids’ bike reviews you can actually trust? Cycle Sprog has been helping families choose the right bikes and cycling kit since 2012, and our reviews are built on real-world experience – not just a quick spin around the block.
Every product featured here has been properly tested by our panel of young riders and their parents, on school runs, weekend rides, trails, and daily family life.
Some products we’ve bought ourselves; others have been sent to us by brands. Either way, our verdict is always our own – giving you the honest, practical information you need to make the right choice for your family.
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Decathlon’s B’Twin family cycling range: Reviewed and recommended by Cycle Sprog
We've put B'Twin's range through its paces so you don't have to. As Decathlon's dedicated cycling brand, B'Twin offers products for every stage of your child's cycling journey - from first balance bikes and helmets to mountain bikes and even family cargo bikes - all at prices that make family cycling genuinely accessible.
Every review below reflects our honest, hands-on testing, giving you the confidence to choose the right kit for you and your child.
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BTWIN 16” Discover 900 Review: A budget-friendly 16 inch Decathlon bike
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BTWIN 20” EXPL 900R review: Budget kids mountain bike
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BTwin Riverside 26 900 Review
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Decathlon R500 Electric Longtail Cargo Bike Review
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BTWIN 500 Baby Helmet Review: the smallest bike helmet available in the UK
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Btwin Convertible 2-in-1 Ride-On to Balance Bike review: A great option for a 1 year old?
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Balance Bike Reviews
The earliest cycling experiences matter, and the right ride-on or balance bike can give your child a head start that makes learning to pedal much easier when the time comes.
Cycle Sprog's balance bike reviews cover everything from simple ride-ons for one and two year olds, through to 12" and 14" balance bikes for toddlers and pre-schoolers, plus convertible models in sizes up to 20" that transform into pedal bikes as your child grows in confidence.
We've tested balance bikes across all price points and ages, so you can find the right option whatever your budget.
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woom WOW first impressions review: the perfect introduction to cycling for your baby!
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Btwin Convertible 2-in-1 Ride-On to Balance Bike review: A great option for a 1 year old?
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Lena Toddlebike review – a pre balance bike for under 3’s
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Kidvelo Rookie 12 Balance Bike Review
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Hornit AIRO 12 balance bike review
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Be Fun Wheels review: A folding balance bike!
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Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero Review
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Islabikes Rothan 12 balance bike review
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Hornit AIRO 14 review: the lightest 14″ balance bike!
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Kidvelo Rookie 14 review: balance to pedal bike
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Kidvelo Rookie 18- Balance to pedal bike review
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Kids Bike Review: The Black Mountain SKÖG works biking magic!
Kids bike reviews
Once your child is ready to pedal, our kids' bike reviews cover everything from lightweight 12" and 14" first pedal bikes for three and four year olds, right through to geared hybrid bikes for older children and young teens.
We test across all budgets and a wide range of brands, so whether you're looking for an affordable first bike or a premium lightweight option, you'll find an honest, real-world verdict here to help guide your decision.
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Early Rider Belter 14 review: A premium first pedal bike to inspire little cyclists
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YOMO 14 Review: Is this the perfect first pedal bike?
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woom Original 3 Automagic Review
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BTWIN 16” Discover 900 Review: A budget-friendly 16 inch Decathlon bike
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Review of the Squish 18 kids bike
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Shyre Hopton 20 Review: A budget-friendly 20-inch hybrid
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YOMO 20 kids bike review
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Specialized Jett 20 kids bike review
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YOMO 24 Review: A versatile 24 inch hybrid kids bike
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BTwin Riverside 26 900 Review
Kids mountain bike reviews
Ready to hit the trails? Our kids' mountain bike reviews cover everything from first off-road adventures on 20" wheel bikes for six and seven year olds, right through to larger MTB's for older children and young teens.
We test across the full range of budgets and configurations from rigid forks and V-brakes at the affordable end, through to lightweight aluminium frames with hydraulic disc brakes at the premium end, so you can find the right kids' mountain bike for your child's ability, ambitions and your budget.
Whether you're looking for a first taste of off-road riding or a serious trail weapon for a young ripper, you'll find honest, real-world verdicts here to help you choose with confidence.
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BTWIN 20” EXPL 900R review: Budget kids mountain bike
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Specialized Riprock 20 mountain bike review
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Orbea MX20 XC- Rider Review
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woom OFF 4 Mountain Bike Review
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Cube Acid 240 Disc mountain bike review
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woom OFF AIR 5 Review
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Frog MTB 62 Rider Review
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Review of the Squish 26 kids mountain bike
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Frog MTB 69 kids mountain bike review
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Review of the Cube Stereo 140 Youth full suspension mountain bike
Family Cycling Equipment reviews
Getting the whole family out on bikes takes more than just the right bikes - the equipment you choose can make the difference between a ride you all enjoy and one you'd rather forget.
Our family cycling equipment reviews cover everything parents need to ride with confidence, from baby and toddler bike seats and child bike trailers for the youngest family members, through to tow ropes, bike locks, and waterproof cycling ponchos for all-weather adventures.
Everything is tested in real family use, so you can trust our verdicts are based on the things that actually matter - ease of use, safety, durability, and whether your kids will actually enjoy the experience.
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Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer review: A family touring essential
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Hamax Outback Double Trailer Review: is this the best twin bike trailer?
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Burley D’Lite X child trailer review
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Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo review: the new baby and toddler bike seat for mountain biking
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Thule Yepp 2 Mini Front Bike Seat Review
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Hamax Zenith Relax Review: A reclining rear bike seat
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Thule Yepp 2 Maxi Rear Seat Review
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Hamax Bike Seat Rain Poncho Review
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FollowMe Tandem Review
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Zefal Bike Taxi tow rope review: A compact towing solution for family rides
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Hiplok D1000 bike lock review: Is this the safest lock for your cargo bike?
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Litelok Core Plus bike lock review
Cargo Bike reviews
Cargo bikes have transformed family life for thousands of parents across the UK, offering a practical, enjoyable and sustainable alternative to the school run and daily errands.
Our cargo bike reviews focus on the family-specific models most likely to suit parents with young children - from affordable electric longtail cargo bikes at the accessible end of the market, through to premium box bikes for families who want the ultimate car-free solution.
We give you the honest, real-world perspective you need to make what is often a significant financial decision with confidence.
Kids cycle clothing and gloves reviews
Keeping young riders comfortable and properly kitted out makes a real difference to how much they enjoy their time on the bike.
Our kids' cycling clothing and gloves reviews cover a range of kit tested by real young riders in proper use, giving you honest verdicts on the gear that actually delivers on the trail and beyond.
Kids cycling helmet reviews
Choosing the right helmet for your child is one of the most important cycling kit decisions you can make.
Our kids' cycling helmet reviews cover a range of options across different ages, head sizes and budgets, from baby and toddler helmets for the very youngest riders, through to helmets for older children and young teens.
Every helmet featured here has been worn by real young riders, giving you the honest, practical information you need to make a decision you can feel confident about.
Cycling event reviews
From cargo bike festivals to the UK's biggest cycle shows, we get out and about to bring you first-hand coverage of the family cycling events that matter.
Our event reviews and write-ups give you a flavour of what's new, what's exciting, and which bikes and products are catching our eye - useful whether you're planning to attend yourself or simply want to stay up to date with the latest developments in the family cycling world.
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Joy on two wheels: the 2025 Global Bike Bus Summit in Worcester
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We were finalists at the BikeBiz Awards!
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Busting myths at the London Cargo Bike Festival
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We’ve been test riding the newest family cargo bikes for 2024
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Family cargo bikes launched at the 2023 Cycle Show
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Kids mountain bike news from the 2023 Cycle Show
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A family weekend at Ard Rock MTB festival
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Sprog Blog – our day watching the National Track Championships











