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The balance bike is not a 21st century invention. In fact, the one of the first bikes ever created was a balance bike known as the velocipede. The velocipede had the same principles as today’s bike, the rider had to run on two legs to build speed and once he had more than enough speed, he could balance his feet on a non- moving knob or pedal. Of course, as technology grew, the velocipede was perfectly obscured into oblivion until recent times when it became miniaturized for children.
There is no greater joy to a parent than to teach a child how to ride a bike. Back when balancers were still in fashion, toddlers could ride a bike in unbridled freedom until the time came when the balancers had to be removed. If you don’t want to see your child go through this frustrating transition, remove the balancers and the pedals. Better still; buy a wooden balance bike for your toddler. This type of bike is basically a bike without balancers or pedals. For many parents, the lack of pedals or balancers can be puzzling and may even give the bike an “incomplete” look. Children can learn to adapt quickly however as they learn how to use the bike instinctively. Basically, a child has to use his feet to push the bike to move, run fast and-once enough speed is built-glide through the pavement. Many toddlers are able to perform well even if there is no one around to show them how the balance bike works.
Buying a wooden balance bike is highly recommended for toddlers because they are light, durable and cheap. Metal bikes can be expensive, and though they are more durable than the wooden bikes, will also have to be replaced once your child grows. With wooden bikes, you know that it will be replaced someday, but you can store it for when your next child will arrive and your wont have to worry about it rusting. Wooden bikes can be repainted in case your child gets bored of the paint job and all you need to keep it looking new is a fresh coat of paint or varnish. Wooden bikes also come in a variety of child-like designs. In case your child falls over while learning how to ride the bike, you don’t have to worry about the bike crashing on him. The screws and bolts of the bike are placed in such a way that there are no sharp corners or edges on the bike.
When choosing a wooden balance bike, always check to see if there are any splinters on the side. Feel the finish on the bike and make sure that it is nice and smooth. Lastly, let your child test the bike and see to it that he can sit well on the bike and his feet can lightly touch the ground. Parents can facilitate learning by ensuring that the child is safe. They can buy the basic safety accessories for children such as a helmet, knee pads and elbow pads.