Every now and again, I look out the window at the endless, tedious landscape of frozen tundra and fantasize about things like flowers. And grass. And anything green versus endless sluggish grayish-white. Surely in some world, this must exist??
But it’s coming, really. I know Spring is on it’s way. I see prompts of it’s arrival on my calendar and in the pile of sweet pretty dresses hanging in my daughter’s closet. We will get there.
In the meantime, as we await daffodils and warm rain showers, we’re hanging out with another fun reminder of warmer days with our shiny new Strider Bike.
When Strider first contacted me, I asked my husband what he thought of these bikes. He said, “If we don’t get a Strider bike this year, I’m cutting the pedals off one of our bikes so the kids can learn properly.”
Okay then…
He knew that Strider is onto an important concept: their 12 Sport’s simple, no-pedal design builds confidence and eliminates fear by allowing kids to have their feet on the ground and progress at their own pace. This unique design teaches young children balance on two wheels right from the start, avoiding developmental delays typical with tricycles and training-wheel bikes.
The age range? Perfect for toddler up to age 5.
Huh. Apparently Strider’s no-pedal design was a super idea for my 3 and 5 year old, who are still learning to ride, especially as my son’s leg break issues have made this trickier for us. Strider’s 12 Sport model offers a bunch of features that make getting the hang of bike-riding easy and fun: there are custom grips, a padded saddle, handlebar pads, and quick release clamps (no-tool adjustment). A perfect balance of performance, options, and value.
So we snatched up the green model (it comes in a choice of seven colors) and gave it lots of test runs in our basement--we’ll tackle the driveway when it’s a tad less snow-covered.
The thing is, my kids love it. They love the challenge it presents, but more they love that they feel capable in navigating this bike. I love that is growing their skills and improving their balance.
We’re all delighted with this bike. Also, we’re insanely ready for Spring. The good news for you? YOU can get hyped up for the warmer temps with us as I’m giving away one Strider Bike here, in the color of your choice! As long as you are 18 or above and live in the Continental United States, you are eligible to enter. Giveaway will close on 2/26/15 at 5am ET.
This is only open to my readers, so hop in on this giveaway and get ready to win! I can’t wait to share this genius, Spring-ready bike with one of you!
****Strider provided bikes for review and giveaway purposes for this post, but my family’s delight in our new bike is 100% genuine!*****
2/27/15 UPDATE: Congrats to winner Diane B.!
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Carley Iannacone says
Ohhhh! I want one for my girls. Elijah just learned on his ugly, trashed picked bike with the pedals removed.
Megan says
This would be awesome for teaching my boys how to ride!!! 🙂
Janine Huldie says
My younger daughter could so use this and totally entering. And by the way, I keep saying the same thing about spring, because the frozen tundra look outside my own window is just too depressing for words.
Christin Snipes says
Strider bike is the perfect way to teach your LO to balance on a bike!
The NotsoSuperMom says
LOVE these bikes!! I SO WISH my son had had one. Took him so long to get the balance thing down. I’d love this for my toddler!
Nikki Bennett says
Haha it is me again!! Trying to win for my boy!
Kathy Radigan says
Wow these are great!! Having a child with special needs I know that when they teach kids to ride a bike they take the pedals off the bikes, but I did not know that a company actually made them this way! Excellent!!
Nikki Bennett says
I would really love to win. It would be a great birthday present that I can’t afford.
andrea c says
Gahhhh, I need this bike for my goddaughter!!! So fun! Love it!
Paige Kellerman says
My toddler would love this! Those are adorable.
Susan McLean says
These are so adorable – would love to win for my niece!
Kayla Wiklanski says
I watched a cousin’s son ride something like this. What a wonderful bike. My three year old would love one of these especially the pink one
Hollow Tree Ventures says
I’ve been struggling with how to get my toddler to transition from her tricycle to the Big Kid bikes she’s afraid of – this would be perfect!
Tara YKIHAYHT says
This would make an awesome gift for my godson! What a great way to get them outside and moving!
Toulouse says
My kid is struggling learning to ride his bike. This would help so much!
Kathy at kissing the frog says
I’d love one of these for my son who gets physical therapy. It’s hard for him to pedal a bike, but he needs to strengthen his legs. This looks like good practice!
Femme @ femmefrugality says
Pretty sure I saw this on Shark Tank! Would love to win because they seem awesome and I have toddlers.
Jenn @ Mommy Needs A Martini says
These look like fun! My little one would love this!!
Courtney says
I hope I win for my nephew!!!
Mare Wagenbach says
I should like to win this Stryder bike for our little one who is going to be two soon. He’s very athletic and energetic. I think this would be a great way for him to learn to ride a bicycle. Love the concept of these bikes!
Erika says
I would love to get this bike for our little cousins!
Sisterhood of the Sensible Mom says
This one would make me a favorite Aunt! She even has a birthday coming up! Ellen
Elizabeth says
These things are awesome! We don’t have one but I plan to teach two more boys the art of two wheels this spring.
Amy Flory - Funny Is Family says
I can’t believe there are still bikes with training wheels. Petal free bikes are a million times easier for little ones to learn balance! I’d love to win this!
April P says
Seems like a great first bike for my son!
Kristen says
My friend’s 2 yr old would I’m sure have fun with this!
vanessa richard says
i would love for my kids to learn balance without training wheels
Meredith says
My little one desperately wants to bike like her big sis, but she’s so tiny that we can’t get her one small enough!
Robin Lynn says
My little boy would love to win this. It’s going to be such a fun summer with a 4 year old. We live in a nice neighborhood with bike paths!
Sara says
wow! Meredith you always have such exciting and new things happening on your blog! I have three boys who would LOVE to ride into some spring happiness on this! 🙂