You may ask yourself what options are there when considering a balance bike. Where there a many available which can help you pick the perfect balance bike for your toddler or small child.
Tradition has been to go with training wheels, which if you have experienced using these you know that it causes issues down the line and can lead to a harder transition to a normal pedal bike. Break out of the mold and go with a bike that will build more than just confidence. Tricycle is another option that you may have considered but this may not be the right solution for you and your child. There are much better options with balance bikes and tend to be much more fun as they allow your child to be more mobile and build the skills and confidence they will need when making the transition to a pedal bike.
Balance bikes are light and this is very important as your toddler or small child will not have much strength at their age. With the bike being so light they can easily maneuver how they like without jeopardizing safety and quality. The lighter the better in my book!
Quality, quality, quality! Pick a bike that will last and be safe. Your toddler will grow super-fast and if the bike cannot adjust, it will get outdated very quickly. Many balance bikes are adjustable so they will grow with your child. The seat, handlers are the primary things you should consider to be adjustable. This will ensure your child can use the bike for a long time to come.
A balance bike is a fun and useful toy to help your child transition to a pedal bike. In order for your child to have a high degree of success during this transition they need to have the bike setup in such a way which will smooth the transition seamlessly. The skills they need to ride a pedal bike is incorporated into many balance bike designs by having stationary foot pegs or pedal below the seat. These footrests not only allow your child to glide like the wind but position their legs and body in the same manner as a normal pedal bike. Balance, position, confidence, fun, did I mention fun, are just a few things they will have when riding a balance bike.
Let your toddler or child feel like one of the big kids and build the skills and confidence they need in order to help them riding a normal pedal bike among other things. Get them a balance bike and let them show you how awesome they are!