Children are full of energy, and from a very early age they want to run, move about and let that energy out. That is why every parent should be aware that, to raise a healthy, lively child, they need to offer ways to keep active and burn off energy, and to develop motor skills and a sense of direction.
One way of doing so is with a bike. If you want to give your little one the chance to learn to ride as early as possible, a balance bike may be the most suitable option. If you have not considered one before, below you will find a few suggestions on when to choose a bike of this kind.
As soon as your child starts walking on their own
Once your child has started walking on their own and is steady on their feet, you can begin looking for a balance bike. Because these bikes have no pedals, your child can keep their balance using their feet and find the right moment to stop. In other words, you can choose to invest in a bike like this from a very early age.
Your child is not getting on with a bike with stabilisers
A great many parents try to teach their child to ride using stabilisers on a classic pedal bike. Often, however, little ones do not pick up cycling or balance on bikes like these. So if parents notice that their child is not developing a sense of balance on a bike with stabilisers, a balance bike is an option to consider.
When your little one wants to spend time outdoors
Another good moment to buy a balance bike is when your child wants to spend more and more time outdoors, being active. Although parents often worry that cycling can be dangerous and lead to accidents, it has to be said that a balance bike is far less risky than other bikes. It is easier for a small child to control and sits very close to the ground, so even a tumble is unlikely to be serious.
Bear these points in mind and give your child the chance to learn to balance and ride a bike from an early age. In our shop you will find balance bikes that are extremely comfortable, very reliable and of premium quality. You can choose from a range of Bentley balance bikes, as well as McLaren models.
