Are Strider bikes worth it?
Strider bikes are great starter balance bikes. Lightweight with ideal geometry, they are easy to ride and are maintenance free. For under $100 the Strider 12 Classic balance bike is a great pick for toddlers ages 18-months and up.
Where are Strider bikes manufactured?
The bikes are produced overseas, with 18 people overseeing production. And that doesn’t count the distributors who sell them. “We sell more bikes internationally now than we do in the U.S.,” McFarland said, with Striders currently being sold in at least 36 countries. “It’s just going nuts in Japan.
Can you put pedals on a Strider bike?
The lightweight 12” Strider teaches riding basics to the littlest riders to develop balance, coordination, steering, riding skills and, most importantly- their confidence. Transitioning to a pedal bike before they are ready for that extra weight and size is detrimental for a child’s overall riding success.
What’s the difference between Strider classic and sport?
The STRIDER 12 Classic has the same quality frame and wheels as the 12 Sport but requires tools and a little more time for assembly and adjustment. The biggest difference between the two models is that the Sport includes 2 seats: a mini saddle for young riders as well as a padded XL seatpost for older, taller riders.
What age are Strider bikes for?
The Strider™ balance bike is built mainly for children ages 1 to 5 up to 50 lbs. 2. Can the seat height be adjusted? The seat can be adjusted from 11 inches to 16 inches to accommodate the needs of your growing child.
Is 6 too old for a balance bike?
A balance bike is a great way to teach kids who are 4 to 6 years old to learn to ride a bike. Whether your child has yet to learn how to ride a bike or struggles with the confidence to remove the training wheels, balance bikes can help.
Who made the Strider bike?
Ryan McFarland
Strider Bikes was founded in 2007 by inventor and serial entrepreneur, Ryan McFarland. What began as McFarland seeking a solution to help his 2-year-old son fall in love with everything two wheels has grown into a company that has disrupted the “traditional” way children learn to ride.
When was the Strider bike invented?
2007
2007. The first Strider Bike was created in Ryan’s garage.
Is 4 too old for balance bike?
A balance bike is a great way to teach kids who are 4 to 6 years old to learn to ride a bike. Whether your child has yet to learn how to ride a bike or struggles with the confidence to remove the training wheels, balance bikes can help. Remember, the seat should be set 1″-1.5″ below a child’s inseam.