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Kids' Scooters - Top-Quality Scooters for Every Child
We offer an array of scooters for children, including 3-wheel scooters, foldable scooters, stunt scooters, and scooters with large wheels.
Scooters designed for kids come in a variety of types, each catering to different requirements. It's essential to choose a scooter based on your child's height, skills, and preferences.
Essential Factors When Buying a Kids' Scooter
When selecting a scooter for a child, consider these three primary factors.
- Motor skills and age: Both age and motor skills provide valuable insight when selecting a kids' scooter. Children develop at individual rates, so while age is a useful indicator, it's crucial to choose according to your child's unique developmental stage.
- Scooter variant: Select a scooter type that aligns with your child’s needs and preferences, for instance, a freestyle scooter for a child who enjoys tricks or a stable 3-wheeled scooter for younger toddlers.
- Proportion: Primarily, this concerns the height of the handlebar. An ideal starting point is around waist-height.
Involve your child in selecting their scooter. When kids feel included in the decision, they're likely to feel more enthusiastic and proud, leading to eager frequent use of their new scooter!
Various Types of Kids' Scooters
These are the four major categories of scooters for youngsters:
- 3-wheel scooters: These provide excellent stability and are less prone to tipping, making them ideal for toddlers. Most 3-wheel scooters utilise a lean-to-steer system, where the child alters course by leaning towards the desired direction. The handlebars on 3-wheeled scooters for kids typically don’t turn like on regular scooters.
- Kids’ scooters with large wheels: Perfect for uneven terrains like woodland paths or gravel tracks. Large wheels roll more smoothly and offer increased grip.
- Foldable kids' scooters: Convenient for transport and simple to store. A foldable scooter can be easily carried in a car boot, cargo bike, or on public transport. This convenience means your child can use the scooter in a variety of situations, making it practical and valuable for many.
- Stunt scooters: Stunt scooters have a far simpler design than most kids' scooters. Moving parts – such as folding mechanisms or adjustable handlebars – can create weak points, but stunt scooters need to be highly sturdy. One significant advantage of opting for a stunt scooter for kids is that various parts can be replaced or upgraded, allowing the scooter to develop alongside your child as their abilities progress.
With this information, you can identify the scooter type that suits your child’s skill level and interests.
Should You Opt for a 3-Wheeled or a 2-Wheeled Scooter?
Evaluate your child's coordination and muscle strength before deciding between a 2-wheel or 3-wheel kids' scooter.
A 2-wheeled scooter requires greater balance and stronger muscles but offers more agility and ease of turning at higher speeds. Conversely, a 3-wheeled scooter is more stable, ideal for inexperienced children.
- For 2-3-year-olds: 3-wheel scooters are a great choice for toddlers as they provide additional stability and assist toddlers in developing balance and coordination at their own pace. Utilising a lean-to-steer principle means directional changes occur by leaning the body toward the desired direction.
- For children aged 4 or above: Many children are prepared to use 2-wheeled scooters at this age. Whether transitioning from a 3-wheeled scooter to a 2-wheeled one or embarking on their first scooter, readiness for a 2-wheeled scooter is largely about balance and coordination skills.
Kids' Scooter Dimensions
Choosing the correct scooter size for your child primarily depends on the handlebar height. Similar to adult scooters, the optimum height is between the hips and the belly button.
- Measure the distance from the ground to the hips
- Add 5 cm to account for the scooter deck height (the deck is the platform the child stands on while using the scooter).
- Ensure the scooter's total height corresponds to the measured height.
Many kids' scooters feature adjustable heights, resulting in the scooter height being a range rather than a single measurement.
Advantages of Height Adjustable Scooters for Kids
The primary advantage of adjustable handlebars is allowing a child to set them to a comfortable height, simplifying control of the scooter.
As children grow, the handlebar can be elevated. Having handlebars that can be raised is a significant benefit as children grow rapidly.
Most kids’ kick scooters feature adjustable handlebars, with the notable exception being stunt scooters. This isn’t a cost-cutting measure, but rather a durability decision. Stunt scooters, built for tricks and jumps, require more strength.
The downside of height-adjustable handlebars is that movable components create weak points, which is why stunt scooters have fixed-height handlebars for maximum durability and safety.
Stunt scooters have a wide selection of replacement bar options, making it easy to find a taller bar that better matches your child’s height.
Quick Responses to Typical Questions
How do I pick a scooter for my child?
Choose a scooter matching your child’s abilities and intended use (casual riding vs. tricks). Always prioritise stability and safety.
What is the best scooter for a 3-year-old?
A 3-wheel scooter is ideal for 2-3-year-olds, offering enhanced balance and easy control for little ones. Rapidly developing kids may ready for a 2-wheeled scooter by age 3, otherwise opt for a 3-wheeled version.
What scooter should I get for a 4, 5 or 6-year-old?
Ensure the handlebar height reaches around the child’s waist. Consider a stunt scooter if your child enjoys tricks or seeks a durable scooter that can be upgraded with top-grade scooter parts.
Are stunt scooters a wise choice for kids?
If a child is ready for a 2-wheeled scooter and durability is a priority over features like folding and height adjustment, a stunt scooter is the sole suitable option.
Is it possible to perform tricks on a kick scooter?
Yes – but only recommend attempting tricks if it’s a stunt scooter. Foldable kids’ scooters aren’t engineered for tricks and may break under the stress.
What distinguishes a kick scooter from a stunt scooter?
Typical kids’ scooters are for everyday riding and play. They often include foldable features and adjustable handlebars. Conversely, stunt scooters are more robust, non-foldable, and crafted for tricks and stunts.
Does the Quality of a Scooter Matter for My Child?
A high-quality scooter is more durable, allowing your child ample time to acclimate to it. Moreover, it provides a smoother ride due to superior parts, potentially boosting your child’s confidence and enjoyment, making continued riding and improvement more likely. Thus, yes, quality matters!
