Times have changed though. Balance bikes do away with stabilisers and pedals, and are a really popular (and fun) way to learn to ride a bike!

Do you remember learning to ride a bike? Most of us will have started out using a pedal bike with stabilisers. Frog Bikes are one of the most popular brands of quality kids bikes, and they have three balance bikes in their offering - including the large 14" wheel Tadpole Plus.

It's a lightweight option (5.7 kg in balance bike mode and 6.1 kg in pedal bike mode) and is sized for children with an inside leg of between 40 and 58 cm which is up until about 6 years of age.

This type of brake is not usually found in Europe, but is a more popular option in the Asian market.WeeRide are another brand making balance bikes aimed at the 3 to 5-year-old age range. The WeeRide Delux has 14" wheels, but this bike differs from others shown as it has a rear band brake. Strider are a well know American balance bike brand, who have a 14" wheel bike that is suitable for taller kids who have outgrown their standard 12" wheeler. Strider in the USA make the Strider 20 Sport which is designed for teenagers and adults, with an inside leg measurement of between 69.9cm and 84.6cm.

Riding a balance bike will help children become more confident with their balance and coordination, two of the most important aspects of learning to ride a bike. Balance bikes are light Amazing Spiderman graphics and styling, take Spidey on an adventure with this Officially Licensed Marvel balance bike, with adjustable seat and handlebars for the ideal setup to get your child riding like a superhero! If your kid is mad about Spider-Man, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve scoured the internet to find the cheapest Spider-Man bikes around. This is a balance bike designed for taller children, with a minimum inside leg of 38cm. It comes in four colour choices - red, pink, green and blue. The HUTTO is aimed at slightly taller children, from 118cm, around the 6 years old mark, until they reach 134cm or about 8.5 years.POSEABLE ACTION FIGURE: Each 5-inch Marvel Super Hero Adventures toy features 4 points of articulation -- head, arms, wrists, and legs -- so kids can pose their figures for exciting adventure We've reviewed a wide range of Frog Bikes over the years although not this specific model, and have always been impressed with their quality. This is reflected in their second-hand values - these bikes are designed to be outgrown and passed on! In this article, we're taking a look at those bigger balance bikes suitable for older and taller children. Sizing and age - is my child too old / tall for a balance bike?

COLLECTIBLE TOYS: Look for other Playskool Heroes Marvel Super Hero Adventures figures and vehicles to collect, swap with friends, or give as gifts. They've just released two new bikes that start off as big balance bikes and convert to pedal bikes.For an easy delivery, your new bike will arrive with partially inflated tyres, make sure you top them up before riding. This bike also features loads of other cool details, like the subtle blue pedals and handlebars, and decals on the removable stabilisers too. As far as Spider-Man bikes go, this one is just about as good as it gets. And at that price, you better snap it up before they’re gone! The key stats Our ranking system The TopChoice.co.uk Team selects top-of-the-line items from a wide selection and conducts rigorous evaluations on almost all the products available on the internet. We rank each product based on how well it matches our criteria.