How to select a perfect bicycle for your kid?
Bicycles for kids come in various sizes, starting from 10” going up to 26” Most of the parents who like to shop online are always confused what is the perfect size for their kids
If we suggest, we should never buy a kids cycle online. This is because different children of the same age do not have same body built, height etc. A cycle which is comfortable for one child might not really be comfortable for other of same age
So there are some factors that have to be considered if you really want to find a perfectly comfortable bicycle for your kid:
Wheel sizes-
The sizes mentioned bellow as stated above are not hard and fast rules for each child, these figures as based on average results of research.
Age | Wheel size |
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2-3 | 12" |
3-4 | 14" |
4-5 | 16" |
5-6 | 18" |
5-8 | 20" |
7-11 | 24" |
11 & Above | 26" |
The size of 26” is usually good for tall teenagers and adults.
Height
As per general research the following wheel sizes work well for the respective heights
Height | Wheel size |
---|---|
2'10" - 3'4" | 12" |
3’3”- 3’7” | 14" |
3’7” - 4’0” | 16" |
3’8” – 3”11” | 18" |
4’0” - 4’5” | 20" |
4’3 - 5’0” | 24" |
4’7” & above | 26" |