What is a Balance Bike? As the name implies, they are bikes that help children learn to balance. They look like a typical children’s bike but with the pedals removed. They are often used in place of a traditional bike with training wheels attached. Balance Bikes teach children to balance without them having to focus on peddling. Balance bikes are safer for beginners since they are low to the ground and there is nothing for little feet to get caught up in. Balance Bikes help children focus on learning to balance so that the transition to a real bike is a piece of cake. The Kinderbike Laufrad Balance Bike is a great option. Lightweight and sturdy, the bike with it’s aluminum alloy frame is built to last. In fact, it comes with a lifetime warranty! The handlebars adjust both up and down and forward and back for a comfortable fit. The seat is also adjustable from 12″-16″. The Kinderbike Laufrad is available in blue, red, or green and retails for around $100.
I hadn’t really thought about it before, but it’s true! Pedals are a real hinderance when it comes to learning to ride a bike for the first time. Eliminating them until the balancing skill is achieved makes a lot of sense. Kids will have more confidence and feel more secure when using a balance bike. They’ll have more control over the experience and learning the skill will come a lot easier without fear.
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