Kids bikes

Buying a kids bike

Here at Cycle Sprog we're here to help you find the perfect bike for your child.

We don't sell bikes ourselves - we independently review and recommend bikes (and we do sometimes get a commission if you buy which allows us to keep doing this!).

We only feature quality kids bikes that will last several children, which we've either ridden ourselves or which have been recommended to us by other keen cycling parents.

Our various articles on the best kids bikes for different ages  will help you decide which bikes you should be considering for your child and your budget - plus where to buy your final choice from.

We'll also help you through the process of deciding whether to buy a bike (either new or second-hand) or lease one.

Take a moment to GRAB YOUR FREE KIDS BIKE BUYING CHECKLISTwhich will help you record all the information you need to find the perfect bike for your child.

 

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What type of bike are you looking for?

If you already know what type of bike you’re looking for, you can go straight to our recommendations for each type of bike:

The best kids bikes for all ages

Kids bikes are sold according to their wheel size (in inches).  Small starter bikes (12″ to 18″ tend to come without gears) and 20″ wheels and over you can add in gears to make getting up hills easier.

If you’re not sure what type of geared bike you’re looking for, then we always recommend a good quality hybrid bike.

We’ve selected the best kids bikes in each size to help you find that perfect bike.  We’ve included new, secondhand and lease options so all budgets are covered.

Not found what you’re looking for?

If you’ve not found the perfect bike just yet, then here’s all our bike related articles for you to browse through:

Hoy Bonaly 26 2018

Hoy Bikes release new look 2018 Bonaly kids bikes

The Bonaly has had an makeover. Here’s what’s changed….

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Review of the Woom 2 kids 14″ wheel bike for ages 3 to 5 years

Our 4 year old tester has been putting one the lightest weight 14″ wheel bikes to the test

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Cuda CP700R kids road / cyclocross bike in action shot of cyclocross tyres on grass

Types of kids bikes explained

If you’re looking for a new bike for your son or daughter, then you’re going to want to make sure you get the best bike for them (and your wallet).  There are a bewildering array of bikes out there – balance bikes, pedal bikes, BMX, mountain bikes, hybrids, road bikes, cyclo-cross bikes.  It’s important that…

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Cuda Performance CP700R review

Cuda Performance CP700R Kids Road Bike Review

The Cuda Performance CP700R is the largest drop handlebar offering from Cuda’s new ‘Performance’ kids bike range and is pitched at the higher end of junior cycles in terms of both price and quality.   It can be run with either narrow road or wider cyclocross tyres, which makes it appealing to junior cyclists who enjoy riding on various surfaces but…

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Cuda CP20R Kids Bike Review

Cuda Performance CP20R Kids 20″ Wheel Road Cyclocross Bike Review

How will our 7 year old tester get on putting the new Cuda Performance CP20R through its paces?

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Wiggins Junior road bike 700c

Taking a look at Sir Bradley Wiggins Rouen kids road bike range

King of the road, Sir Bradley Wiggins has launched the Rouen kids road bike range – we take a closer look

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