We believe bikes and cycling are for the whole family, that's why our cycling range has something for everyone from toddlers through to adults. Get your child started on a bike with one of our balance bikes. Help your kids have as much fun as possible out of their first years on two wheels. Look out for bikes that allow you to adjust the seat and the bar so their bike can grow along with them. Junior Bikes If you’re after a first bike for your toddler, you’re looking at a choice between a balance bike and a bike with stabilisers. These come in small 10- or 12-inch wheel sizes but offer two very different methods of learning to ride. Whichever bike you choose, safety is key. So beyond our range of kids' bikes, you’ll also find a range of bike accessories as well as bike helmets and kids cycling clothes to make sure that you have everything you need to keep them safe on two wheels.

The right accessories can transform your child’s bike from an occasional toy to a beloved favourite. Our range ensures you can find the perfect accessories for your child from protective kids’ helmets in different colours and styles to bells, water bottles and more. Accessories for Children’s Bikes Robust yet light, the Strider 12 Sport is great for three-year-olds to practise nipping around on two wheels before transitioning to a pedal bike. However, it can be used from as young as 18 months - weighing just 3kg, it’s one of the lightest bikes around so is perfect for early riders and can last up until the age of five.The Woom 2 has been designed for children aged between 3 - 5 years, with a low sitting position, long wheelbase, light aluminium frame and 14-inch wheels that are robust for whizzing around the park on. The bike also comes equipped with easy-to-reach brakes so children can learn how to stop safely. This makes the Woom 2 perfect for children who have built up their confidence on a balance bike or are learning to ride for the first time. We also love the range of colours available. Each of our kids’ bikes boasts a sturdy frame and high quality parts, while our selection of bike helmets helps to keep young cyclists safe. Boys and girls will love getting active with bikes inspired by their favourite characters, from Peppa Pig and PAW Patrol to Spider-Man and L.O.L. Surprise! Ask around about the best children’s bike and Islabikes will come up again and again. High quality, lightweight and designed to make pedalling effortless for little legs, the Cnoc range is especially popular among children and parents. Other starter bikes may be cheaper, but they are also much heavier, which can make it harder for children to start pedalling and stay upright.

IceBike offers this comparison of how inseam measurements should match up to wheel size. By basing your choice of bike on your child’s inseam measurements, you ensure that they will have enough standover clearance to get on and off the bike safely and comfortably. Inseam length (Inch) Austrian brand, Woom, only started making bikes in 2013 and since they came over to the UK around five years ago, they’ve challenged the likes of Islabikes and Frog for being some of the best bikes around for children. This is because they are some of the lightest bikes on the market, made with high quality materials to make them easy to ride for young children. Another popular choice, Frog Bikes is the go-to for high-quality bikes with easy pedalling. The Frog 44 is suitable for ages four and five, with a lightweight yet durable frame so children can easily control it no matter how confident they are on two wheels.Avoid any sort of suspension until they’re almost in their teens as they won’t have the strength for the added weight. What is the best kids’ bike? As your child grows in confidence, the next size up in kids’ bikes will bring new challenges for young riders, so you’ll want a model that has a lightweight frame and easy to use gears and brakes. The Wild 20 Kids Bike has all of this and even comes with reflectors and a bike bell to help children learn how to ride a bike safely. Material – steel and aluminium are the most commonly used materials for bike frames. While steel is stronger, aluminium is lighter

We have 14 inch and 16 inch Woom bikes which are really brilliant little bikes. Light as a feather. My 2 learnt to ride in no time on them and don't struggle up hills, brake confidently etc. They have quite an upright position which is great for encouraging confidence in beginners. I'm just wondering myself what to get for a 20 inch bike but we couldn't have been more pleased with the Wooms.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user HorseInTheHouse) Our verdictIf you’re on a budget, you can walk into a bike shop, get lots of good advice from specialised sales people and walk away with a bike that won’t break the bank. Gears - these are best left until they can really make use of them. They will complicate matters when they’re still learning and becoming confident. If in doubt, go for a single-gear bike. If you’re going for a bike with gears, make sure they are designed specifically for children.