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6. The Vibrelli Roo, £150
The Vibrelli Roo is a bike that has been around since the 1990s. It’s not a new bike, and it’s not an all-round bike, but it’s a solid design, complete with a saddle and seat post to make it easy to get on and off.
It’s also a bike that’s easy to hold and use with two hands. You’ll be able to hold it securely in the saddle and it folds flat to a small size for storage. The seatpost is upholstered with fabric to keep your child’s cheek cool and dry. And the fork is a good, thick piece of steel with a rubber tube to keep it from slipping out of place.
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7. Pedal Bike, £119 (new for 2019)
This is the best-designed bike for younger kids. It has a seat post and seat-adjustable handlebars and a wide seat with a seat-recline position, so older kids can sit straight up. It’s also the lightest bike we’ve seen, at only 13.4kg.
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8. Steed Bicycles Steed Bicycles Steed Bicycles
These are the lightest bikes we’ve tested, at just 13.4kg. They’re also perfect for younger kids, but you’ll need to keep them safe. The seatpost and handlebars need to be glued to the wheel, so your child’s hands and arms are tightly covered.
The fork is a standard set that fits easily on the frame with the seatpost glued to the seat tube. The seatpost can be adjusted with a twist mechanism that can be used from the front or the back. This makes the seat more comfortable for older kids as they can sit upright and adjust their position.
Buy now at the Bikehandys Cycling store.
9. Steed Bicycles Steed Bicycles
This is one of the most compact bikes on test. It is only 13.4kg, so it’s light enough to transport into a garage or the guest house.
It comes in three different colours, so your child can match the bike. The seatpost is adjustable and the seat can be locked in place with a thumb lock. The handlebars are a standard set that fit easily on the bike, so older kids can sit straight up.
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10. Schwinn Roadster 12” Kids Bike
Here’s a bike for kids aged 12. It has a seat post and head tube, so older kids can sit straight up. It has a full-size wheel with a comfortable fork and suspension that makes it easy to ride.
The wheels are made from cast aluminum. This makes the bike easy to clean. It’s also lightweight enough to easily transport around, especially if your child is older than 12 months.
Buy now at the Cycle Store.