Infant Tricycle  - Suitable for ages 12 - 15 months.
- Low rider scoop seat allows infants to move along without pedalling.
- Adjustable seat positions.
- Fixed wheel drive.
- High seat back grip for parental control.
- These toy trikes are not meant for use on pavements and should never be used in or near an incline.
- Cost: $75
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Tricycle - Tricycles help a child learn the basic mechanics of riding a bike with the added safety and comfort of three wheels for extra balance.
- These small bikes are perfect for children aged 2 - 4.
- 10" - 12" pump-up tyres and rear foot deck.
- Fixed wheel with back pedal brakes.
- Should not be used near hills or inclines.
- Cost: $75 - $120
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Bikes with Training Wheels - Two wheel bikes that have removable training wheels.
- These bikes grow with your child as he or she becomes a better rider.
- 12" - 16" pump up tyres with either back pedal or hand brakes.
- Features include adjustable handlebars and serviceable bearings.
- Suitable for children aged 4 - 6.
- Cost: $90 - $400
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Mountain Bike - As bike riding skills grow, your child will want a bigger bike with more features such as gear speeds, hand brakes, and a kickstand.
- When shopping this type of bike choose strength and brakes over everything else.
- 20" wheels are good for 7 year olds, while those 9 or 10 years might fit a 22" wheel.
- For 7-10 year olds.
- Cost: $120 - $470.
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BMX - These bikes have a T-handlebar and usually only rear coaster brakes.
- A BMX bike can have many uses, especially if your child takes up racing or jumping.
- BMX bikes come in three types: BMX racing , for street riding, BMX freestyle for doing tricks, and BMX jumping with extra solid wheels.
- Prices range from about $140 - $750.
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