Monday, 16 May 2011

Strider PreBike

Are you considering a Strider Pre-bike?  Here is some feedback from users.   Bikes are now on sale!!

 $140.00 including tax and delivery within Canada -  please contact for other areas.
  Available in 6 colors as shown

Give your kids a head start on learning balance and control of a two-wheeler! The Strider™ PREbike eliminates the need for a tricycle or training wheels and offers your child a vehicle he or she can have a blast riding for years. The Strider™ develops muscles, coordination, motor skills, and endurance... all under the guise of sheer fun!

    * Super light. Less than 7 pounds (about 1/3 the weight of a typical 12 inch pedal bike with training wheels).
    * Unique frame design has integrated Launch Pad™ footrests for gliding and learning advanced riding skills.
    * Puncture-proof all-terrain tires with sealed bearings and 5/16 inch steel axles.
    * Durable welded steel frame and handlebars
    * 1 year warranty against manufacturing defects
    * Adjustable handlebar and seat height to fit riders from 30 inches to 44 inches tall (saddle height adjusts from 11 inches to 16 inches from ground)
    * Paint certified to be significantly below the CA Prop. 65 limits for heavy metal content, including lead.
    * Available in 6 colors (red, blue, yellow, green, orange, and pink)
    * Rider weight limit of 50 pounds.
http://www.stridersports.ca


Fan Feedback:


"got my 3 year old one he rode it for a month then we took the training wheels off his other bike and he took of pedaling never looking back. my 16 month old hoped on the stride and took right off! he is now 32 months old and balances and keeps up to me on my big bike! BEST INVESTMENT EVER!!! (the only thing is make sure and walk down steep hills..my boy is missing a front tooth from going to fast down a hill! but boys will be boys). (this is one bike that will be put in the attic for my grandchildren to enjoy as well)"
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"the neighbor's kids and ours both used walk/run bikes first and I highly recommend them. DD was 4(using it 5 months, she grew to tall) and the neighbor's DS was 3 (using it almost two years), both decided they should ride 'big' bikes (at 5 and 4 respectively) and were on their own in 5 mins. The next two DS (3) and neighbor's DD (3) have both been riding 2 or 3 months, the neighbor's DD has even attempted a pedal bike. The biggest reason to buy a pedal less bike is the bike will teach them the balance/steering skills and create the confidence so important to riding a regular bike. Do know that all 4 kids LOVE to ride down hills (hills we sled down in winter) and that will give you grey hair. :) "


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"I just bought one for my daughter's 5th bday. She is having trouble learning to balance on a regular bike so I thought I would give it a try. I also ordered the higher seat separate so she could use it (since she is rather tall). She loves it and rides it well already (2 days). After this I will be passing it on to my younger daughter and the dayhome kids to use! Definitely gonna get my moneys worth out of it:) Highly recommended prebike!"

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"Our 2 year old got hers last week. She got on and balanced right away and loves to ride it. I'm glad we tried it. "
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"started using at age 2 and a few months (legs weren't long enough until then) My almost 6 yr old still loves to use his, but started on a big bike with no training wheels at age 4.5 yrs."
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" I can't say enough good things! My 2 1/2 year old rode 1.5 miles last weekend on the gravel while I power walked. It took a day for my 4 year old to learn. And about 2 weeks before my 2 year old was actually striding! I recommend these to everyone!!!"  
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Sunday, 15 May 2011

Product Reviews (Bouncy Cow

Kidzzfarm Bouncing Cow - review



We (BBB) also have this product and my kids as well as visitors have LOTS of fun with it.  Great inside or out on the lawn.

Valco Hitchiker with other brands of strollers


 The following was provided to me by a Valco Hitchiker user (thanks Anne)



Picture 1

  is the part that wraps around the stroller bar. The 'tire tracks strap' grip the track marks on the square part, the strap is 20 cm long, BUT it must wrap around the stroller bar and then touch the square part. I would guess the max bar thickness of about 5 cm. This part slides into the square part in picture 2.


Picture 2

Where my thumb is where the pin on the board attaches this part, which would be attached to your stroller. There are two parts here, the top one wraps around the stroller bar and the large square part at the bottom locks the parts to your stroller and accepts the board. These two pieces stay on your stroller, while the board is removable.

Picture 3

This is the arm that connects the board to the stroller connection. The pin hooks into the slot where my finger is in picture 2. The holes are where you make adjustments for the distance from the stroller.
There is also a round part (left side, almost out of the picture) which allows you to adjust the angle of the board.


 really do love this board, it saved us from having to buy a double or sit and stand stroller.
Valco Instructions Online    http://valcobaby.com/fileadmin/pdf/Hitch%20hiker%20Instructions.pd

Do you use this product on your stroller?  Please post the brand below for others to find.

My list so far from customers and online searches:
- City mini double
- "Lux" lightweight umbrella stroller by Safety first/Zune
- 'Jeep' cosco stroller  
- BOB Revolution Duallie
    http://followthisumbrella.wordpress.com/2009/08/15/valco-hitchhiker-review-part-2-valco-meet-bob/
- Phil & Ted Dash
- Quinny