Kids' Bikes Archives

Trek Wahoo Trail Lightweight Off-Road-Ready Kids’ Bikes Get Carbon Forks & MTB Tires

Trek’s new Wahoo Trail updates their simple light alloy hybrid kids’ bike family with more MTB-ready tech, carbon fork & better spec…

Written by Cory Benson August 28, 2023

Updated Woom OFF and Woom OFF Air Are Made for Mountains

Woom is one of the more recognizable kids’ bike manufacturers. The company has always gone above and beyond to make bikes that kids enjoy and…

Written by Jordan Villella July 21, 2023

Woom Announces Voluntary Recall of Select Original Kid’s Bikes

If you own a recent woom Original kid’s bike, you’re going to want to check out the latest recall. Don’t panic though – the recall…

Written by Zach Overholt July 10, 2023

New Specialized P.Series DJ / Pumptrack Bikes include 20, 24, 26 & 27.5″ Wheels

It seems that no matter what tire size you need, the new Specialized P.Series bikes have you covered. From 20″ for the groms, to 27.5″…

Written by Zach Overholt July 06, 2023

Bring Your Dog with New Thule Bexey Trailer + New Chariot Kids Trailer, Paramount Pannier

Thule’s slogan is ‘Bring Your Life.’ Dogs are certainly a big part of a lot of people’s lives, and now you can bring them too…

Written by Zach Overholt June 21, 2023

Specialized Drops $3,800 Turbo Levo SL 24″ Kid’s E-Bike

The new Specialized Turbo Levo SL Kids gives a whole new avenue for your lil shredder to have fun on the trails. It’s 36.6 lbs…

Written by Jordan Villella June 13, 2023

Save on Bikes & Cycling Gear During the REI Anniversary Sale

REI’s biggest sale of the year is a prime time to save on bikes, saddles, helmets, and other cycling gear. We’ve pulled out highlights from…

Prevelo Bikes Offers New Designs, Carbon Bits and Kid Friendly Grips

Prevelo has become one of my favorite booths at the Sea Otter Classic. They always have new components designed for kids, and their stoke for…

Written by Jordan Villella May 05, 2023

Use World Strider Day to Prepare for Upcoming Balance Bike World Championship!

Did you know there was such a thing as the Balance Bike World Championships? I didn’t either, but it’s a thing, and it looks as…

Written by Andrew Marshall May 04, 2023

YT Jeffsy Primus 27 is an Affordable All-Mtn Bike for Shorter Riders

YT is extending its line of full suspension mountain bikes for growing riders, adding the YT Jeffsy Primus 27. It joins the Jeffsy Primus 24…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan April 27, 2023

ProLid is the Kid-Specific Helmet with the Reversible Brim

Here’s a universal truth, if ever there was one: kids don’t want to wear helmets. But if there’s anyone who needs to be wearing a…

Written by Andrew Marshall April 05, 2023

Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero Balance Bike is a “Scaled-Down Enduro Machine”

Kids Ride Shotgun, better known for their top tube-mounted shotgun child seats, have finally launched the Dirt Hero Balance Bike. In the brand’s eyes, the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 29, 2023

GT Announces Stomper FS Trail Bike for Kids

GT brings back 26″ wheels for its first full suspension mountain bike for the Youth category; the GT Stomper FS. It comes in one size…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 16, 2023

woom Celebrates 10 Years With Anniversary Red ORIGINAL

The color looks a little more like a bow on a gift box than the company’s usual race red. It drops today on every size…

Written by Sam Anderson March 15, 2023

Propain Release Barney 16″ Single-Speed Kids MTB for 3-6 Year-Olds

For 2023, Propain has added a new 16″ single-speed member to its line of Children’s Mountain Bikes; the Propain Barney slots into the lineup between…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 07, 2023

Kids Ride Shotgun Seat 2.0 Carries Heavier Kids, Now More Adjustable

Kids Ride Shotgun has released the Shotgun Seat 2.0 with an increased weight capacity of 27 kg, up from the 22 kg capacity of the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 02, 2023

The New Henty Enduro Junior is a Full Featured Hydration Pack for Kids

Tasmania’s Henty, whom you may know from some of our past coverage of their products like the Wingman and Enduro Hydration pack, is releasing a…

Written by Ron Frazelle January 25, 2023

This woom Kids Bike Shifts AUTOMAGIC-ally with 2 Speed Automatic Rear Hub

The woom 3 AUTOMAGIC 16-inch bike’s auto-shifting feature makes starts easier and allows your budding racer to build up some speed on the flats. This…

Written by Andrew Marshall November 23, 2022

All-new Marin Rift Zone trail bike gets shreddy-er, from 29er to kid’s models

Marin simplifies their alloy Rift Zone lineup with a svelte new frame, updated suspension, more travel, and killer spec to create a very capable trail…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 14, 2022

Lazer Helmets Offer Complete Protection from Pro Tours to First Pedals

Lazer helmets sit on the heads of many of the most accomplished cyclists in the world. Riders who trust the brand to deliver comfort, safety,…

Written by Mark Wilson November 03, 2022

Best Mountain Bikes for Kids – Our top 20” to 24” wheel youth MTB picks

If your young shredder has outgrown his or her 16″ or 20″ bike and has a deep love of all things singletrack, then it’s time…

Written by Molly Hurford October 13, 2022

Rocky Mounts GuideRail review: smart details make for a better tray-style hitch rack

Back in early August, I wrote about my first impressions of the Rocky Mounts GuideRail 2″. It’s now been two months, a boatload of bike…

Written by Ron Frazelle October 03, 2022

The world needs more of Coach Balto’s Bike Bus

OK, here’s some excellent news for you from the Pacific North West. Sam Balto, (@coachbalto on Twitter) is a Physical Education Teacher and a resident…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 14, 2022

Best Kids’ Bikes for kids of all ages

So, you’re looking for a bike for your kid. You may not know where to start, so here are a few things to consider: What…

Written by Michaela Lawlor September 14, 2022

Strider creates adaptive balance bikes for kids of all shapes and sizes

Strider’s balance bikes just got a new custom option, aimed at helping ALL kids learn how to ride a bike safely and easily. Partnering with…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 29, 2022

Do your kids even drift, bro? Protect their rigs w/ Kids’ Frame Protections kits from DYEDBRO

DYEDBRO’s new kid-friendly frame protectors come in six stoke-inducing designs. We’re tempted to use them on our own rides.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 22, 2022

Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero Balance Bike looks like The One – Eurobike 2022

Kids Ride Shotgun, famed for their Pro Child Bike Seat and Handlebars, are taking things to the next level with the Dirt Hero Balance Bike.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan July 18, 2022

The Best name-brand bicycle deals for Amazon Prime Day 2022!

It’s that time of year again. Yes, it’s Amazon Prime Day, which runs from July 12-13th this year. And while the direct-to-home retailer may be…

Written by Zach Overholt July 12, 2022

MET launches all-new Hooray and Hooray MIPS helmets for kids

Brain buckets for babies and young heads alike are obviously important. Now, purpose-driven technology helps them catch up with head gear for adults. MET’s new…

Written by Heather Hendricks June 28, 2022