Review: Toddle Bike
Monday, 24 November 2014
The number one pre balance bike for toddlers, Toddlebike is aimed at children aged 1-3 years who can confidently walk. Zach is lucky enough to be part of the 2014 Toddlebike team and has been putting it to the test.
When we first received the Toddlebike the house practically erupted with excitement. (Well two excited kids make a lot of noise). We had the obvious argument of who was going to ride it first but being Zach's he got the first turn. He didn't quite understand to sit on the seat though and jumped straight onto the bar between the seat and handle and zoomed around the room. Gracie took advantage and jumped on the seat. They thought it was hilarious riding around together as quick as possible! For the next few days Zach was constantly playing on his Toddlebike, he even learnt to sit on the seat pretty quick. As he had got the hang of it we decided it was time to take it for a road test outside and so took the kids on a little Bike ride.
I was amazed at how well he could control the bike. He rides so fast without tipping over at all and has mastered turning around a full 360 without even stopping. I got a great video of him racing down the street miles ahead of Gracie on her big girl bike. I found that it is great for getting him around quickly outside. It's very lightweight so you don't have to worry about them getting bored and wanting to walk home (not that that happened at all!) as it can easily be carried or hung from a pushchair. I figured it would be great for taking on trips to the park or on a UK holiday as it doesn't take up much room anywhere.
The novelty still hasn't worn off after a few weeks of use. Zach rides it around the house daily (and Gracie when she can pinch a go) in fact her loves it so much he will not let me take the label off! Gracie has tassels on her bike so this is obviously his equivalent! I'd love to see some little accessories available eventually to make them just like the bikes their older siblings may have.
The bike comes in three different colours; Primary, Pink and Neon. I'm glad that Zach got the Neon as the colours or so bright and attractive. The Toddlebike costs £23.95 with free UK/Ireland delivery. It is definitely well worth the price. It is available to buy from Amazon, John Lewis or direct from the Toddlebike website www.toddlebike.co.uk/shop.
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Disclaimer
We received the item featured free of charge for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.
24 comments
How cute does he look on that bike! It looks a great first bike for little ones, no wonder he is enjoying riding it.
ReplyDeleteIt is really good! Wish I'd had one sooner just glad Elsie will get use of it after!
DeleteLooks great! Mine loved their ride on toys at this age - sadly my youngest is just too old for this now!
ReplyDeleteAww that's a shame it's typical that things tend to be released once you have no need for them anymore!
DeleteHe looks SO pleased with his bike.
ReplyDeleteSo very cute. We are fans of balance bikes here now Harry is older - although his balance is currently rather rubbish lol
Oh no! How annoying you should have bought him a Toddlebike!
DeleteThat looks so fun! I think my middle boy would love one! I love the neon colours too, very funky!
ReplyDeleteThe colours are great and very gender neutral! He does have great fun.
DeleteLooks fantastic! Little bike rider!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great bike to teach kids balance early on! It's a great sign that they're still enjoying it. You're obviously onto a winner there!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely I always judge any kind of toy/game etc by whether they return to them still after a few weeks rather than being bored of them
DeleteWhat a cute little bike , scooting along.
ReplyDeleteMy nephew has one of these for Christmas and having watched a toddler scoot it about Smyths Toys, I was impressed at the speed he could go!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing! He is gone like a flash!
DeleteKids LOVE the sort of ride-ons, always great fun and they are popular for a surprisingly long period of time.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely I reckon a good ride on is a great investment!
DeleteLooks like a fine time is being had. My sons loved their ride on when they were small.
ReplyDeleteMy eldest was never keen on ride ons (until her brother came along and she suddenly took an interest in anything that's not hers) Zach loves them though
DeleteAh - he looks like he's really enjoying himself! I hadn't heard of these before. Interesting.
ReplyDeleteI hadn't either but I've been very impressed.
DeleteHe looks like he is having so much fun! I meant to get a balance bike for my youngest but think she is too big now.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had for Gracie she really struggles with riding a bike yet I think Zach will pick it up much quicker.
DeleteHe looks very pleased with himself!
ReplyDeleteHe looks so cute with that lovely smile on the first photo :)
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