Why TryBikes Are the Best First Bike for Your Toddler (Yes, Really!)
If you’re in the thick of toddler life - snack requests every five minutes, endless energy, and the occasional (okay, frequent) sock protest - you already know that finding just the right toys and gear is no small feat.
So, when it comes to choosing your little one’s very first set of wheels, we’re here to make it easy for you: TryBike is the one. The OG of “grow-with-them” bikes. The hero of balance. The bringer of confidence (and giggles).
Here’s why we’re totally smitten...
1. It starts as a trike (hello, stability!)
TryBike’s tricycle mode is perfect for toddlers who are still figuring out which way is up (literally). With two chunky back wheels and a low-to-the-ground seat, it’s designed for early explorers from around 15 months old.
No need to balance yet - just scoot, steer, and feel like a boss.
2. Then it magically becomes a balance bike
Okay, not magically, but it’s pretty clever (and we have a guide to help). Once your little one’s legs get stronger and their confidence takes off, you can switch to balance bike mode with one quick wheel swap.
No need to buy a new bike. No need to bribe them into letting go of their trike. It grows with them, just like that favourite pair of wellies they won’t take off.
3. Real wheels for real adventures
Let’s talk tyres. TryBike wheels are proper, air-filled rubber ones - not the hard plastic kind that clack and wobble. That means a smoother ride on grass, gravel, or even your local woodland trail (aka stick-collecting paradise).
They grip, they glide, and they’re sturdy enough for every muddy puddle mission.
4. It looks gorgeous (and we’re not mad about it)
We’ll be honest - part of the joy is just how good it looks. Retro vibes? Tick. Cool colours? Tick. Looks like it came from a boutique in Copenhagen? Triple tick.
It’s the kind of bike that makes strangers go, “Ooh, where did you get that?”
5. Builds balance, strength and serious independence
This isn’t just play - it’s skill-building in disguise. TryBikes help little legs grow stronger, improve coordination, and lay the groundwork for pedal bikes later on. And the best part? They’re having so much fun, they don’t even notice they’re learning.
Confidence, unlocked.
6. It’s easy to assemble (promise!)
We know what you’re thinking: “Sounds great, but I’m not exactly a bike mechanic.” Good news - TryBike comes with all the bits you need, and the setup is simple enough to do during nap time (well, maybe half a nap…).
We even wrote a full build + convert guide if you want step-by-step help.
Final word? This bike gets better with every ride.
From that first wobbly scoot to full-speed garden zoomies, TryBike is more than just a bike - it’s a little taste of independence, freedom, and pure joy for your toddler.
And for you? It’s a front-row seat to the magic of watching them grow.
Ready, set, ride.