![]() During our tests, the Guardian provided plenty of top-notch stopping power to keep our little testers safe, but not significantly more than other high-end balance bikes with quality hand brakes.Īs a result, while the Guardian balance bike is a stand-out option, the SureStop brakes shouldn’t play a major role in your purchasing decision if you’re comparing it to a balance bike with a high-quality single handbrake. The Guardian balance bike also features Guardian’s proprietary SureStop braking system, which allows the rear and front rim brakes to be activated by pulling just one brake lever. With a taller minimum and maximum seat height than the woom 1, the Guardian provides exceptional quality, but more room for growth for tall or older toddlers. With several fun, colorful designs to choose from as well as air tires and a handbrake, there is a lot to love about the Guardian Balance bike. Adding that extra seat post is more expensive, but handy for older toddlers as they grow.įITS KIDS: Toddlers in clothes sized 2T to transitioning to 4TįEATURES: Air tires, hand brake, and turning limiter The Strider Sport comes with a second, longer seat post to extend the seat range to 11″ to 19″. The Strider Classic has a seat height range of 11″ to 16″. The primary difference between the Strider Classic and the Strider Sport is maximum seat height. ![]() For a decent price point, the Strider is a quality bike that fits light kids, heavy kids, tall kids, short kids – you generally can’t go wrong with a Strider. With an extended seat post and adjustable-height handlebars, we’ve had the best luck with Strider at accommodating kids of various sizes. SEAT HEIGHT: 11″ to 19″ (Sport), 11″ to 16″ (Classic)īuilt on a well-designed frame, the Strider is easily adaptable to fit a wide range of age groups. MSRP: $99 (Strider Classic) $119 (Strider Sport)įITS KIDS: 18 months to 4-years-old (Strider Classic only recommended until 3-years-old due to shorter seat post.)
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