If the pean insistently asks not to put him in the stroller, then it is time to pick up another transport for him. Which one? Of course, a bicycle. Kids will enjoy this novelty, giving them a sense of independence. And parents, choosing it correctly, can not only control the movements of their child, but also help him develop coordination skills. That's just to choose carefully.
Which and for whom?
First of all, when buying a bike for kids, parents should think about which model will be ideal for their child. And this is no accident. The thing is that manufacturers of children's vehicles categorize them into 4 categories, among which the marking “from 1.5 to 4 years” is provided for the smallest cyclists. What does this mean?
Firstly, the fact that by teaching the little ones the basics of driving a new vehicle, parents always keep their actions under control. This is done using a special handle, which, by the way, can be used in the case when the child gets tired of pedaling independently.
Secondly, for this age group, as a rule, a tricycle is provided - a tricycle. It will be difficult for kids at this age to maintain balance, even if two-wheeled vehicles are equipped with special wheels.
Thirdly, for this category there is a kind of trunk in which the child can put all of his “most necessary” things. Yes, and parents will come in handy.
In addition to these distinguishing features, there are several more parameters that should be considered when choosing a bike for the smallest. And the main one is the growth of the future owner. This indicator has a significant impact on the choice of model. So, for this age group, you should pay attention to those options that are equipped with 12-14 inch wheels. Riding them, the little ones will be able to freely reach the pedals with their feet.
Other parameters
And yet, when choosing a bike for kids, parents should understand that there are a few more parameters that you should pay attention to.
The first one is the seat. For this age group, those models in which it is made in the form of a chair with safety belts, as well as a removable limiter, such as the one that a kid’s bike has, will be ideal options. It is especially important when the child is not yet two years old, and he can not always fully control the position of his body in space.
The second is the presence of a foot brake. It should be noted that this parameter is important only for those models that are not equipped with a special control knob for parents. But the presence of a hand brake should alert, because the child simply can not use it.
The third is the material from which the bike is made. The metal case is considered ideal, but there are also plastic ones. But rubber is considered to be an excellent material for wheels, although there is an opinion that plastic better limits the quick movement of the little one.
The fourth is the control knob. It is best that it be made of high-quality steel, such as the one possessed by the Tricycle Start "Kid". And also so that it can be quickly removed or inserted.
These are the main parameters that parents should consider when they, together with their baby, go buy the first bike in their life.