Author Topic: Child's First Bike (Read 2388 times)

zombie_jesus · « **on:** May 30, 2014, 09:34 AM »

So, my son is about to hit the big 'three' and is in need of a BMX. What's the best thing for recreational use that is not a piece of shit. Price is not an issue. Thanks.

OllyHall · « **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2014, 03:44 PM »

Spk to dave, I just bought my girl a 2015 United bmx looks the dogs think it was under £300

Waxintaxin · « **Reply #2 on:** May 30, 2014, 05:15 PM »

I would start with a balance bike , get him balanced and then you will not need stabilisers on the pedal bike you buy him affter that .
my choice was the alleyrunner by early rider. unbelivable piece of kit and gets as much as it costs on ebay after you have finnished with it

my daughter had one from 2 and last weekend it took 20 minutes to get her riding a pedal bike with no stabilisers

Mat · « **Reply #3 on:** May 30, 2014, 05:25 PM »

Got be a Strika, be the coolest kid at the nursery

Hongkongflip · « **Reply #4 on:** May 30, 2014, 05:25 PM »

Hi

Just my thoughts, im no expert....I see on the net some old school 80s 16" bmx,s going for ok cash. I think in your shoes I would get one of those,,,that way you could have fun doing it up....It would probably hold it value, and at 3 I dont expect your boy is too worried about having the latest bike.

Have a look for 16" raleigh burner from mid 80s...Thats what direction I would go in.

how cool would this be at 3..

http://www.dtrcartwright.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/Burner/Esemdesign5.htm

Small bars and seat right down,,,,as he grows just add new bars. While your at it, why not treat yourself to a matching one to ride with him,,, when he hits 10/12 he can have that one too.

chubby · « **Reply #5 on:** May 30, 2014, 06:19 PM »

Got my little girl this mr J
She's only just getting into it
(2 1/2 ) but it's real cool & made real well too

Got plenty of time to find her a mini freestyler & pink it up 😆😆

sent by pigeon

Spen69 · « **Reply #6 on:** May 30, 2014, 07:22 PM »

http://www.radbmx.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,164382.new.html#new

Here you go mate

Depends how big your nipper is, but Early Rider and Isla Bikes make the best kids bikes to learn on. They are all super light and have scaled down bits for learning. Cost a fair bit but you get what you pay for - my daughter's Early Rider Belter is aluminium and carbon fibre! Best thing is your kids will love riding them and the bikes are not to heavy if they fall on them.

Chubby's Specialised Hotrock balance bike above is the nuts and really well made - it was my first choice until I found the Early Rider and both my kids have learned to ride on it now.

zombie_jesus · « **Reply #7 on:** May 30, 2014, 07:36 PM »

Rad. Knew I would get quality responses here. These 'balance bikes' seem real interesting. Whatever teaches fastest is the way forward. Thanks folks.

Dark Diggler · « **Reply #8 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:42 PM »

Mongoose do a good value wooden balance bike

Picklez · « **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2014, 11:07 PM »

Balance bikes are definitely the way to go. We bought our son a wtp seed when he was 4 or 5, he'd never shown any interest before that, and didn't really for a year or so once he had the seed. Used to take him out with and without stabilisers and he'd wobble about for about 10 minutes and then give up. Then one day I was like 'sod it' popped the cranks, pedals, chain off and took him in the garden, 15 minutes later and the cranks were going back on and he was off riding. Now he has a United Recruit and loves it

Those earlyriders are awesome:

On a lesser level check these, I love them (shame I won't need one any longer)

http://unitedbikeco.com/products/2015-recruit-balance-complete-bike/

Whichever way you go enjoy, it's a limited time experience but memories forever

Waxintaxin · « **Reply #10 on:** June 02, 2014, 10:26 AM »

The early rider belter is awsome , thats what Lily has now , she took 10 mins to ride it after the balance bike

part time · « **Reply #11 on:** June 03, 2014, 08:34 AM »

Have you tried looking at
http://www.frogbikes.com/lightweight-kids-bikes/
I picked up my daughters new one yesterday (a 62 hybrid) and i'm seriously impressed with it. It's proper lightweight compared to other kids bikes i've bought in the past (Specialized hot rock 12"/16" etc) and has lovely finishing touches such as lock on grips. Pretty good value as well I reckon.

zombie_jesus · « **Reply #12 on:** June 03, 2014, 12:25 PM »

First of all, thanks for all the helpful responses. So much choice out there for a youngin' these days. We have spoken to the young man and he says he wants both styles of bike; so we are going to get probably a mid-level balance bike and a nice BMX. Looking good, Chubby.

ron burgundy · « **Reply #13 on:** June 03, 2014, 06:47 PM »

Balance bike is the way forward, couple of month on one of those will work a treat

zombie_jesus · « **Reply #14 on:** June 04, 2014, 10:06 PM »

Wanted this (thanks, Pickles):

BUT it won't be available in time.

Then saw this:

His mami wants him to have the lesser version of this (below). Comes with loose bearings everything, and I think, FOAM TIRE INNERS. She says she likes the way it looks. Nothing against the Strider but I think there are better machines to be had for similar money. The United is only Â£150 but like I said, it's not out yet. You wouldn't believe the arguments that have jumped off over this bike. Lol. Anyways, here it is. Any comments?

Picklez · « **Reply #15 on:** June 05, 2014, 02:04 AM »

Quote from: zombie_jesus on June 04, 2014, 10:06 PM

Wanted this (thanks, Pickles):

BUT it won't be available in time.

That's a damn shame, but I'm sure he'll love whatever he gets

When do you need it for Source are stating an expected release date of 20th June $:-\$

QUADROPHENIA · « **Reply #16 on:** June 05, 2014, 04:53 AM »

United are bringing some balance bikes out this year, but I would get a 16" bmx and just take the pedals off, but get most importantly get a decent helmet

Christhejob · « **Reply #17 on:** June 05, 2014, 05:30 AM »

The isla rothan is fantastic! Get one. Show your other half the resale prices on eBay, you can't go wrong.
I honestly wouldn't bother with a BMX for a bit, too long/heavy and poor value, unusable brakes. My daughter had a second hand isla cnoc14 at 3yo, straight from a rothan, rode it first go, now has early rider belter, she is 4 and a bit now. It looks BMX like but way lighter, has brakes she can use and is fast as hell. Save the 16 inch BMX bikes til he is older..

zombie_jesus · « **Reply #18 on:** June 05, 2014, 08:27 AM »

Quote from: Picklez on June 05, 2014, 02:04 AM

Quote from: zombie_jesus on June 04, 2014, 10:06 PM
Wanted this (thanks, Pickles):

BUT it won't be available in time.

That's a damn shame, but I'm sure he'll love whatever he gets

[bold]When do you need it for Source are stating an expected release date of 20th June $:-\$ [/bold]

I had dialled the number in the link and the young man stated that it would be around late July/early August. I would want this for the 23th of this month.

Spen69 · « **Reply #19 on:** June 05, 2014, 08:37 AM »

Quote from: Christhejob on June 05, 2014, 05:30 AM

The isla rothan is fantastic! Get one. Show your other half the resale prices on eBay, you can't go wrong.
I honestly wouldn't bother with a BMX for a bit, too long/heavy and poor value, unusable brakes. My daughter had a second hand isla cnoc14 at 3yo, straight from a rothan, rode it first go, now has early rider belter, she is 4 and a bit now. It looks BMX like but way lighter, has brakes she can use and is fast as hell. Save the 16 inch BMX bikes til he is older..

Everything chris said ^^^^^ andbthen some

Balance bike then specialiat lightweight kids bike and then a bmx will teach them the fastest and safest.

Oh and a helmet first.....

stuntmaster · « **Reply #20 on:** June 05, 2014, 10:17 AM »

if you can get a wooden balance bike as they are lighter than the metal bikes and my daughter start on them and is a great cyclist now
don`t forget pads and helmet

mattuknc · « **Reply #21 on:** June 05, 2014, 10:25 AM »

Our daughter started on a Specialised Hotrock and is now (6) riding her lil ripper!
Our son (2) really wanted to ride the Hotrock but couldn't reach the floor! So we bought him a Halfords tiny balance bike for 30 notes and you now have to run to keep up with him!!

mattuknc · « **Reply #22 on:** June 05, 2014, 10:28 AM »

Or...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-27685867

Waxintaxin · « **Reply #23 on:** June 05, 2014, 10:51 AM »

Tiny bikes are good as well
really small balance bike

zombie_jesus · « **Reply #24 on:** June 05, 2014, 11:00 AM »

Quote from: mattuknc on June 05, 2014, 10:28 AM

Or...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-27685867

Outrageous. I like that. That kid need still need (human) stabilisers though lol.