Balance Bikes, Trikes & Helmets

Give your child the world of cycling with our range of balance bikes and helmets, as well as trikes. Provide your young adventurers with the best start to their biking journey. At Small Smart, our range of balance bikes are designed to help toddlers develop essential skills like balance and coordination and boost confidence. We have bikes for toddlers as young as 18 months. We also have bike helmets, bells, and bikes with baskets so that you can shop for everything in one place.

A balance bike provides an early opportunity for toddlers who are eager and capable learners to develop such important lifelong riding habits. Of course, it is unlikely that they will be able to balance, steer, and pedal on their own at this young age. However, the earlier they are exposed to riding a trike with adult supervision, the quicker they will pick it up and the faster they will progress to bike riding when they get that bit older.

Balance Bikes & Trikes FAQs

What is the right age for a balance bike?

Most of the balance bikes recommend a minimum age of 18 months or 2 years. Children of all ages, from toddlers to three years old, can use our bikes. So, you can easily choose one based on the age of your child.

Is a balance bike better than a tricycle?

Yes, balance bikes encourage kids to learn the skills of coordination and balance, which is not the case with tricycles. Tricycles increase the reliance of children on stabilisers, hence reducing their opportunities to develop motor functionally effectively.

At what age should you teach your toddler to ride a balance bike?

Our Allis baby lumi balance bikes are the perfect first-time riding experience because they require less coordination than two-wheeled vehicles and offer an opportunity for young children to learn basic concepts like balance and pedalling. From around 18 months, your little one should have developed the gross motor skills required to start learning how to ride a trike; however, like with everything else, children will learn and grow at their own pace. Therefore, there is no perfect age to begin this learning experience.

How can a tricycle aid in child development?

Toddlers are fascinated with movement and discovering new things. Riding a wooden trike is an excellent opportunity to get your toddler familiarised with how bikes work, as well as teach them about speed! If you wait too long, then kids might not be comfortable balancing themselves on bikes anymore and will miss out on the endless hours of fun provided by bike riding. The act of balancing on a trike encourages core abdominal muscles to contract, which helps strengthen them for later life. Physical exercise like biking is great for developing stability and coordination because there are lots of different types of actions that happen at the same time, including pedalling and steering. Additionally, trikes can teach kids important fundamental skills like spatial awareness and encourage them to spend more time outside.

What is the best way to clean outdoor toys for kids?

Outdoor playthings by nature will likely end up a little dirty after your child has played with them outside. Before cleaning your kid's outdoor toys, first consider what material they are made from, as most things can be cleaned using warm soapy water. It is recommended that harsh chemical cleaners be avoided for the safety of your child and also the preservation of your play equipment. Make sure to clean outdoor toys often, even after every use, as this will extend the life of the toys and keep them more hygienic by preventing the buildup of dirt and bacteria.

What is the point of a children’s trike?

The greatest benefit of using a tricycle is improving hand-eye coordination (needed for drawing and writing), working on balance, giving children more opportunity to explore movement in various ways, and helping to build their vocabulary for colours, numbers, shapes, and physical objects. Learning while having fun is the easiest way to encourage childhood development. Active play, such as learning to ride a trike, is necessary for all children to develop strong bones, coordination, and brain development. Fit kids are healthier adults. Cycling is a great form of exercise that the whole family can get involved with and can also create social opportunities.

How much weight can a trike hold?

This will vary from trike to trike and is also dependent on the height and weight of the child intending to use it. The sturdy Hooga Wooden Balance Bike Trike is designed to hold the weight of one child and has an adjustable saddle height that can be altered to be either 23cm or 27cm from the ground.

Can attachments be mounted on the trike?

This 2-in-1 trike is supplied with 3 wheels and a spacing bracket, so it can be constructed as a 2- or 3-wheeler trike for your child. This means that once they've mastered riding it as a three-wheel balance bike, they can progress to a more mature bicycle-style function. The perfect next step to riding an adult bike. No additional attachments come with the trike; however, a basket, bell or mirrors may be a fun addition to the trike that can be secured to the handlebars as your child gains confidence and wants to be more independent in their riding.

At smallsmart.com, we're committed to providing your child with the best tools to start their biking journey with confidence. Our kids balance bikes, trikes, and helmets are more than just playthings; they're the building blocks of a healthy, active childhood.

Encourage lifelong riding habits, foster physical and mental development, and create memorable outdoor experiences with our exceptional collection. Join us in promoting healthier, happier childhoods through the joy of cycling.

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