Run Bikes
A run bike or what is more commonly known as a balance bike is a pedal free bicycle, designed for kids as young as two years old. With a balance bike, your boy or girl will sit, push with their feet, and start cruising once they've gained some momentum and balance control. Think of a run/balance bike as a Flintstones bicycle. Its powered by your child's feet rather than the mechanics of pedals, chains, and gears.
The benefits of a balance bike are numerous. First and foremost, a balance bike teaches your child the coordination and balance necessary to later ride a bicycle, without the false confidence that comes with using training wheels. Also, by bringing one along for a walk, your child's balance bike allows them to keep up the pace without getting tired or bored - like a stroller you don't have to push.
As we all know, balance is the key to learning to ride a bike, but that control doesn't come easily. A balance bike is a learning tool for your child, one that allows them to teach themselves the skills necessary to tackle a two-wheeler with pedals. You'll be amazed how quickly they will progress, and what a valuable investment a quality balance bike can be. Not only does a good balance bike teach balance, it gives your child a measure of real confidence before they try out a big kid bike.
