The Tricycle for Kids

A kids tricycle is fun!  You should think about the age of your young one when purchasing a tricycle.  Children younger than two demand tricycles with particular options and these are available in abundance.Kid safety is always a primary concern, kids should be supervised. Whenever your child is riding a tricycle a helmet should be worn even when riding indoors. You could also think of knee and elbow pads together with the helmet to supply the best protection for your child.  Again, at no time should a child be left unattended when using any riding toy.

Age of your child is an important factor in purchasing a tricycle. Kids younger than 2 may have trouble balancing a tricycle and pedaling and you don't want your child to fall over. For kids in this age group obtain a tricycle that has a narrow frame that they can climb on easily and make certain the tricycle has a very broad wheel base to raise the stability. The three in one tricycles are great for really young kids. They have removable pedals and a push handle and basically perform as a stroller.  Tricycles for toddlers should be foot driven or moved by the parent. After three, an upright tricycle is fine and for the older child the sports versions actually are very entertaining making spin outs and other maneuvers a snap.

Tricycles were originally made of metal, now plastic has become common. Plastic frames are fine material for tricycles for the young child and you might transition to metal models as they get older. Metal tricycles usually have slick designs which will appeal to the older child.

The main designs available for a kids tricycle for toddlers are the foot driven model and the the three in one. The low profile big wheel types for young kids are quite low to the earth so they will not tip over and are actually safe. The classic upright trike is better for kids over three as these have a high profile and can tip over. The retro trikes are generally of the classic upright design but mimic the tricycles of 1950's and 1960's. The high end manufacturers include Kettler and Razor and Radio Flyer. The Fisher Price tricycle is a terrific learning trike that's ordinarily meant for the younger child, Radio Flyer is a top shelf supplier which covers most current designs and are noted for their classic upright model. Morgan makes brilliant retro trikes that are constructed well and actually capture the imagination. Little Tikes trikes are popular and John Deere makes a few with really exceptional styling and another great brand is the Original Big Wheel Tricycle.

Brands of tricycles abound and each supplies a ton of versions. Check out my online store. I review most brands and versions of tricycles for kids and I am sure that you will find one that is perfect for your child.