And here she comes: the proud winner of a Runners-Bike Speeders A at the Hottest Tot Products Event
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Runners-Bike’s mission
Jun 17
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Great news for all young bikers: We upgraded all Runners-Bike Speeder and Speeders A with soft handle bar pads for better safety. And even better: this improvement is “on the house” since we do not charge extra for his upgrade. Test your Runners-Bike Speeders now!
Great news!
Runners-Bike just made our inaugural list of Today’s Parent Approved winning products — selected based on quality, ease of use, and value for money — which were evaluated and rated by Today’s Parent readers, editors and industry leaders.
No pedals? No wheels? Huh? Balance (or run) bikes are a trend that’s here to stay. Children have to use their legs for balance and movement, which makes the eventual transition to a big-kid bike easier. Skip the training wheels and head straight to the sidewalk. Runners has offered classic wooden and aluminium balance bikes before, but their latest baby is sturdy and steel framed, with pneumatic wheels for better shock absorption. For kids ages two to five. Comes in green, blue and pink, too.
Authentic Customer Feedback
Sep 27
Hi,
This is some feedback our customers gave us:
“The best idea ever for teaching kids balance. The wooden runner bike looks awesome and we are constantly being stopped on the street to answer questions about the bike when we go for a bike ride.
My son absolutely loves it and feels very proud when stopped on the street ( he is three years old).
He uses his bike so much that we needed wheels replacement and also the seat extension in the past. The service was incredible!!! And very fast got those wheels same day I send the e-mail. I went to pick them up after hours and Stephan was very friendly and pleasant. Thanks so much.”
“Absolutely love the bike. We got my son the wood one when it was slightly too big for him. he now rides it all the time. If it is raining – he wants to go out and ride his bike, and when its snowing – all he wants to do is ride his bike! Thanks so much.”
“I love woden push bikes! And so do my kids Thanks for making them so quality!”
“I just wanted to let you know how pleased we are with the Runners Bike. I bought one for my son last fall and he practiced throughout the winter in the basement. Today we tried his ‘big boy’ bike with pedals and he was able to pedal on his own, on his first attempt! I totally believe that his acquired balance was directly related to him practicing on his Runners Bike. Needless to say he is the proudest 4 year old on the block! (Mom is equally as proud).”
For much more feedback on our little bikes please visit MEC’s website
http://reviews.mec.ca/9421-en_ca/5021-258/runners-runners-wooden-push-bicycle-kids-reviews/reviews.htm
Please check this review by ToddlerTalesByMommy out:
“Today my preschooler is doing a guest post for me on why he loves his Runners Bike so much. So take over my space little man!
I tend to fall in love with things easily. I guess it is my age or at least that’s what my mom says. I want every new thing I discover each day and I want it NOW. But I am learning life doesn’t work that way.Or at least that’s what my mom says. I will find out as I grow.
Just as I reached 2 yrs, I realized I liked “speed”. Anything that moved fast, made my eyes flutter and my heart beat faster. I loved that feeling ! Speed , bring it on! That’s how I fell in love with cars, trucks, buses and it looks like it will stay with me for a really long time.
When I turned 3, I saw boys and girls from my neighborhood on some kind of a 2-wheeler they called “bikes”. I was on a 3 wheeled, toy-shaped, silly-looking, downright-degrading TRICYCLE! You see, I never wanted to be on it.My neighbors called me a baby, while I was actually a big boy.I knew it was that damn tricycle that earned me that “baby” tag.
I made myself pretty clear to my parents that I will not be riding that tricycle again. I wanted that thing called a BIKE. And NOW.
My mom and dad decided that I was ready to graduate from a tricycle and hence decided to let me try a Balance Bike. We were at MEC and I laid my eyes on this bike. You know how I tend to like things at first sight? But, I mean, this was not so hard to fall in love with ! Just look at it.
I could pick it up myself and nobody had to teach me how to ride it. It is MINE.
It was really love at first sight. I couldn’t stop myself from getting on it and cruising. Just when mom and dad were not looking at me, I took off on the bike and disappeared into the aisles of the store, air blowing right through the strands of my hair, I was striding my way through the crowd until an employee found me and brought me back to my parents. Oops.
” Man that was fun ” I said to myself !
Apparently, I wasn’t supposed to be riding it in the store. I’ll save that piece for another time.
Ok, it wasn’t safe to ride it literally in the store but, ” Mom, can I please, please, please ride it on the road? This is a MUST-HAVE for a boy like me !”.
It was quite hard to part with it at the store. I shed tears as I walked away. I dreamed about it at nights and I had to repeat myself to my Mom – ” This is a MUST-HAVE for a boy like me!”
I just couldn’t forget that cruising experience I had,speeding down the aisles of the store.
I just whizzed away striding forward with my feet and in a few minutes before I knew it, I was SPEEDING ! I felt like a big kid – kinda cool on a bike ( FINALLY) and I was balancing myself without falling on the ground. Just like the big kids in my neighborhood.
Truly, this was the best biking experience I had in the 3-4 yrs of my life on this earth.
Nights became days. Days became weeks. Was I ever going to have that bike ? One day I came home and found this. Holy-Bike!
It is the best thing I have had this summer – Runners Balance Bike.
It came in a neatly packed box. Mom and dad put it together quickly without any arguments on the how-to’s so it would be ready for me when I came home.
It even has a cute, little bell which can make a sound so effortlessly.Perfect for my little hands.
I carry it down the flight of stairs myself. Yep, I can do it ! Weighs only 3.6 kgs.
Feels pretty cool to hang out with the big kid. In my own bike !
I can handle it with one hand while I use the other to explore the nature around me.That’s why it is called an Ultralight Bike.
The tires are great quality – I can feel the smooth and easeness when I just glide in them. They are the perfect size for me to speed around in. We filled air in the tires and I was ready to go, go, go!
The seat is adjustable from 13.5 to 18 inches. I think this is a great idea as I really want to have this bike even when I grow taller. It’s fun to just zoom around.
The seat is very comfortable. I was on this bike for 4 hrs straight the first day. Yes, my summer is packed with evenings of cruising around in this bike.
Yes folks..it is hard to get him off the bike. Given the ease with which he can handle it, the ride continues even at home. He comes cruising in style on his bike for dinner and insists on parking it like a real bike..LOL. He found the bike a perfect parking spot right in between 2 cabinets!
Runners Bike Ultralight is the only bike that comes with a bell. I haven’t seen a balance bike so far that comes with a bell. Of course, you might be able to buy it as an accessory.
Balance Bikes are a great way for toddlers and preschoolers to learn balance without being frustrated or fearful. It has been a week since he has been using it and balances really well. We do have a regular bike with pedals which is his ultimate goal. He is well on his way to riding it soon.
We have tried some balance bikes before and I would say Runners Bike is one of the best bikes that you can invest in. Runners Bike also sells seat extensions if kids want to enjoy them for a longer time. Since we live in a country with severe winters, children forget how to balance over the course of winter.So remember to keep the bike until your child turns 5 and gains balance, stability and confidence to use a conventional bike. My son will often be turning to his Runners-Bike to practice his balancing skills.”
To learn more about balance bike please visit www.Runners-Bike.com
http://toddlertalesbymommy.blogspot.ca/2012/08/a-runners-bike-review-now-best-balance.html
The History of Balance Bikes
Feb 17
Back in 1817 the German Baron Karl von Drais invented what he called a running machine. It was made of wood and had a wheel in front and one in back. The rider could steer it with handle bars. The rider sat on the saddle and pushed the machine along with his feet. The design was patented and several thousand of these big wooden toys were manufactured.
The odd machines became known as Draisiennes or Hobby Horses or Dandy Horses. They soon became something of a fad but it was short lived. The machines were not practical for travel over any significant distance. They worked best on level ground on well tended paths and walkways.
The Draisienne quickly gave way to more practical designs with pedals for efficiency and brakes for safety and the modern bicycle was born. The Baron’s original machine was all but forgotten until someone made an important discovery. There is a demographic for whom this ancestor to the bicycle is ideal.
There are people who do not travel significant distances. There are people who stay on well tended paths and sidewalks. There are people who do not ride their vehicles down steep hills. For a toddler who has learned to walk but isn’t yet ready for a real bicycle a tiny, updated version of the Baron’s invention is the perfect intermediate step.
A runners bike also known as a balance bike is a tiny toddler-sized vehicle that any child who can walk can enjoy. The tricycle which has traditionally been the intermediate step to bicycling, eliminates the need for balance. The runners bike helps the child to learn to balance.
The scariest part of learning to ride a bike is the out-of-control feeling of not having your feet on the ground. The balance bike enables the rider to learn to coast and steer with the confidence of knowing the ground is right under their feet. Baron von Drais probably had no idea that his invention would inspire wooden toys that would give two year olds their first taste of bicycling adventure.
Little wooden bikes are also called balance bike or
push bike.
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I have been looking for a Balance Bike to get for my youngest daughter for her 2nd birthday for a while now. I wanted to find one that was made to last, reasonably priced, and eco-friendly. Well I have found the PERFECT bike – and its Canadian Too! Runners Bike makes beautifully designed, functional, safe, and easy to use wooden push bikes. These Bikes are very well made and are so much fun. Keep reading to learn more and to find out how you can win a bike for your little runner.
Runners Bikes are brilliantly designed to build children’s motor skills and confidence in a super fun and safe way. The Runners Bike is a bike without pedals – your child uses their own legs for balance and movement. It is made without any sharp parts, pinching spaces, or spokes – making it safe for even the youngest toddlers. They also are very sturdy, and don’t tip over like tricycles or bikes with training wheels. While running around on their Runners Bike, kids are not only having a ton of fun, but they are also building the essential balancing skills they need to learn to ride a traditional bike (but at a much younger age). After trying out a Runners Push Bike, I am a total convert and have been telling everyone I know about how amazing they are.
My youngest is not yet two, but she is already having so much fun on her Runners Bike. She isn’t ready to run yet, but is already pushing it around the house and yard. She is so pleased with her “big girl bike” and asks to ride it daily. Even after just a few days I began to see improvement in her balance and an increase in her confidence. I am sure she will be accompanying me and her sisters on our family bike rides in no time- yay!
Runners Bikes are beautifully crafted out of solid birch-wood and are completely eco-friendly. We really try to keep plastic toys out of our home (they look tacky, are bad for the planet, and can be unhealthy), and the Runners Bike is a nice departure from traditional plastic toddler toys. At first I wondered if the wood frame would make the bike heavy- but I was happily surprised that it weighs only 10 lbs. The Birch-wood is light, yet very strong and sturdy. We tried the traditional model of Runners Bike, but a “princess” model is now available with pink details and painted flowers – so sweet.
I really love the attention to detail and quality that I have seen in the Runners Balance Bike. The Bike features air filled bike tires that are great for even the roughest terrain. It also has a fun bell (that my daughter loves) and a wipe-able padded seat. The Runners Bikes seat is easily adjustable as well, so it grows with your child. I honestly love everything about this bike and feel great recommending it to everyone.
Runners Bike at a glance:
-Solid Birch-wood Frame
-Pneumatic Rubber Wheels
-Soft, Padded Synthetic Leather Seat
-Seat Adjusts from 13.5 – 16.5 inches
-Ages 2-5 years
-Weight: 10 lbs
-1 year warranty
Runners Crafted Bikes is a Canadian family owned and operated business that is based out of Alberta. The owners were inspired by their own two rough and tumble boys to design Runners Bikes. They knew that wooden push bikes should be strong, inexpensive, and designed for fun. I think the results speak for themselves!
A push bike is a great first wheelers. Please find out more info on a eco-friendly wooden
balance bike
By Amy Gallagher
As the creator of a product review web site, my general focus is on the world of health and wellness. Every so often a product of a broader genre comes along that is worth noting and reviewing. Runners-Bike is one of those remarkable items.
This unique ‘push bike’ is geared for young children ages 2-5. Rather than using standard pedals, the child relies on his own legs to ‘run’ the bike. This makes for great exercise for a young one, and encourages the child to find their inner point of balance. Wobbling is to be expected at first, yet their own feet and legs provide appropriate security and support. Once the child finds their balance, they can lift their feet from the ground and coast…faster and faster! Braking is done in a simple and natural fashion: simply put down the feet! Runners-Bike also provides a greater sense of security than a standard tricycle, as children are planted near the ground, and fully in control of their speed. When it comes time for the child to evolve to a standard 2-wheeler, they have already mastered this way of balance, and can generally hop on a 2-wheeler and sail with ease.
The Runners-Bike is reminiscent of the good old days of natural wooden toys. The solid birchwood frame is far more durable than plastic and metal, enduring the natural wear and tear of an enthusiastic child. The wheels are made of pneumatic rubber, providing perfect cushioning for rocks and bumps. This bike is of superb quality, making a valuable gift that will be cherished for years to come. Runners-bikes come in two attractive styles: standard, or the flowery ‘Princess-Runners’ for gals.
The most important point to note about the Runners-Bike is: children love them! Several of my friends have purchased the bike for their children, and it quickly becomes their most beloved toy, inspiring hours of fun (as well as exercise!). Check out this video on the Runners’ web site. www.Runner-Bike.com
The smiles of pure glee and delight on the kids’ faces say it all.
Amy Gallagher is a Writer, Editor, Entrepreneur and Product Reviewer. She is the Founder of the health product review site: www.healthblooms.com.
A push bike is great first wheelers. Please find out more info on a eco-friendly wooden
balance bike
Hello – just had to let you know about my grandson loving the bike – he was on it for a couple of hours, on the lawn, on the sidewalk, and down their driveway which is quite steep – totally confident and secure – he is 3.
Thanks again for introducing us to a great ‘toy’ – although I wouldn’t categorize it as a toy – more like a new discovery of confidence and fun.
Oma Gosh! Designs
A push bike is a great first wheelers. Please find out more info on a eco-friendly wooden
balance bike
