Has anyone had this flip while a toddler is on it? We have the Pewi Ybike and it has flipped a lot. Just curious how stable this is. Thanks!
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My little ones have not yet flipped one, we have 3, one for each, 2 of the larger and 1 of the small. They have a widr base and are low to the ground.
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No problems with a very active 18 month old. She adores it - carries it around as well as riding it. Very robust toy.
828882
Very stable my grandson buzzes all over at pretty fast speed and hasn't tip over. Runs into walls yes.
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I think it should be safe for 1yr old. My only concern would be to make sure that kid's feet do not touch the ground while riding. Normally , the legs would be secured on the pedals, and older kids would understand not to touch the ground. However, 1yr old probably won't be able to reach the ground even if s/he tries.
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It is stable. My daughter has never tipped over while riding, she is only now able to use it as she is turning 3, she was too short at first so she just used her feet for the last year.
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Very nice solid low rider. Our little one is now two and is using his feeds on the floor to go forward. I think within a half a year he can really bike on it. The bike is very easy to turn around.
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My son was much too large for it at 6, towards the upper end of the weight limit the scooter will want to flip forward if you hit a crack on the sidewalk or similar. This is a scooter for little kids, not really for when they get more mobile, the larger scooters are less likely to flip forward. The issue with this one is the extra stability in the front causes kids to put all their weight up front making it want to tip forward.
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True the front tire/handlebars do not turn for steering but that never stopped our child from loving this. When he was small riding inside he did go in a straight line between Mom and dad before he could push himself along with no assistance. Now that he is taller he pushes himself all over and just puts his feet down and slides or lifts the front end to turn around as it is really light. If you want something that turns buy a Strider bike which we also own and love. The difference is the Step 2 is very stable because of its wide tires and and fact the front does not turn, while the Strider has more like bicycle tires and steering. Our son in his 2s rides both all the time and likes them equally.
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Is it possible that they used to have this awesome and obvious amazing feature, and discontinued it in the newer model? When I walk at an adult's pace now, my toddlers little legs have to work like crazy to stay on the pedals. But we used to have one almost identical (the handle bars didn't join in the middle) that would click but let the kid rest her feet on the pedals without moving...
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I wasn't sure about the balance bikes before this purchase, but my almost 4-year old LOVES this bike! After riding this for several months, he's about ready for a regular two-wheeler. His 5 year old brother is already riding a two wheeler, but he enjoys cruising around on it too. I would definitely recommend it to anyone with a 3yr old to 6yr old. Great product!
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My son is 2.5 and can reach the peddles bit can't turn and peddle. Most of the time he just pushes himself around with his feet. This trike is low to the ground and harder to tip over than regular trikes. It's a very good looking bike we get compliments all the time. I got him the blue. Hope this helps.
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I would not recommend two children riding this at a time. I babysit the grandson we bought this for and I see him ride it almost daily. My grandson is a big three year old due to his father being 6foot 7 and I can't see anyone riding with him and being safe. My husband and I still say it is a wonderful riding toy and some of the best money we have ever spent.
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I bought this for my 2.5 year old last year. It is not super bouncy, but she loves it. My 6 year old loves it as well. They do use the stabilizer bar to hang from upside down and we have not had an issue with it tipping over at all. We do not have the bar extended all the way either so it is not locked into place.
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We have both the RipRider and the FlashRider and our kids (ages 6 and 7-1/2) prefer the RipRider (blue one). The spins on the FlashRider are harder to control (it will spin around multiple times when you want to stop as opposed to the RipRider which basically will spin around fast once). The RipRider is a blast to ride! We are looking at buying a new Riprider. Our kids have used it so much it's wearing out! We never used the "flash bar" on the FlashRider so we can't speak to how well that works.
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I was just wondering if you ever compared them after this post? We are considering both vehicles too for our 2 children, one who is big for his age as well. We plan to try and see them at the store together (if possible) but I found your post and wondered what your result was? Thanks
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I found ours to be very sturdy. Ours has never flipped over and that is the only one I can remark about. Our baby is very active also so being very careful in anything is required. I personally love this swing and would feel comfortable purchasing it again.
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You can't turn for the child but this got my child riding in 1 day and saves my back. We had had a few crashes before we got this because you can't grab the seat of the bike fast after you let go, but with this you can catch the bike as soon as it starts to wobble!
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OK, now I can respond. My daughter in law reminded me we gave these to each of our two youngest...9 and 13. They've had them for two years. Her remarks are...very well made. Much superior to the cheaper ones. Never rattled or felt unstable. Very smooth ride. Kids don't feel shaken or bounced. Very, very sturdy. Kent O.
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It's a body weight thing. Doesn't turn. My just turned 3 year old nephew has this down already. It was second nature. Those three wheels keep them stable unlike a "normal" scooter. Your child will be just fine. Watch and be amazed!