Balance Bike

A cheap and cheerful 10″ balance bike that’s best suited for indoor riding when you’re on a tight budget.

At this very small size, the Indi balance bike is ideal for toddlers as young as 1 year old.

The foam-filled plastic tyres mean no punctures to worry about, though they’re not the most comfortable to ride outdoors.

The Dirt Hero balance bike from Kids Ride Shotgun is designed for heading off the tarmac and onto the trails with your youngest rider. Chunky air-filled 2.25″ Vee tyres with a knobbly tread make it ideal for maintaining traction on varying surface types, and keeps the ride as comfy as possible.

There are several different build options available. Choose from 12″ or 14″ models, with or without a rear disc brake, depending on where your child is in their cycling journey.

The Rothan 14 was the largest balance bike that Islabikes offer, and is a very lightweight balance bike, weighing only 3.4kg, and comes with a rear brake.

It features its own custom short-reach brake lever for a rear brake which works as a great introduction to the concept of braking.

The Islabikes Rothan 12 was the smallest Islabike you can buy, and is designed for children from the age of about 2 years (inside leg 30cm), there’s a larger Rothan 14 if they’re a bit taller.

With a minimum inside leg measurement of just 26cm the woom 1 is one of the best balance bikes for shorter toddlers with little legs who are ready to move onto two wheels.

However it’s got 12cm of growth so it’s good for slightly taller children too – and with plenty of room for growth.

The woom 1 is really lightweight which means it’s easy for a younger rider to move about – plus it’s kinder for you to carry when they get fed up and decide they’ve had enough balance biking for one day!

The Puky LR XL Br Classic balance bike is a popular choice for children over 3 years of age, and is the biggest of Puky’s balance bike range. It’sa more traditional style of bike; featuring a braided basket with matching saddle and handlebars.

This balance bike also features pneumatic spoke wheels, which provide maximum grip and comfort for young riders, a special balance bike saddle so children don’t slip whilst riding, and a V-brake with a child-friendly brake lever.

The LR XL Br Classic has a low entry and footboard, making it easy for kids to rest their legs when they pick up speed.