Can it move by kids shuffling along w/feet or only w/steering wheel? Looking for a sturdy, stable riding toy for 1yr old who wants to be with sibs.
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Yes they can definitley move around by shuffling their feet. My 4 year old grandson can use the steering wheel but my 2 year old granddaughter does the shuffling. This is a great toy and both kids use it alot.
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They can move it in both manners. Once they propel it with their feet, they can lift them up and just steer. Lots of fun.
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They can push with their feet. My son is almost three I got this for him last year because he rides them at daycare. He still uses his feet instead of the steering wheel. He loves this toy!!!
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It can be moved by shifting body weight and holding on to the steering wheel, as well as shuffling with feet. My 5 year old grandson uses it with his feet, and my 2 year old granddaughter started by using her feet, but quickly learned she can shift her body weight and steering wheel to make it move.
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Mine started using hers right at her fourth birthday. It really just depends on their motor skills. The big thing isn't so much being able to balance it, but being able to have control over the front wheel/steering. It is *very* easy to turn the entire scooter sideways and fall over.
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Also, we have never had any problems with wheels getting caught up on the body of the vehicle. It was a great 1st RC vehicle for our 2year old son. It is very sturdy. We've had it for a year and it still works great.
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We bought this toy for our grandson, at around 18 months of age. He enjoyed straddling it inside and, as he grew, could use the pedals to power himself. If it's used outside, I would still supervise your child, as sometimes little people become distracted, looking all around and can tip themselves over. Their feet will be the brakes, so supervision is also needed where stopping is critical, or on downward slopes. Our grandson's favourite part of this toy is the 'trunk', where he can stow a stuffed animal, toy, or other gadgets. Radio Flyer is a great brand, and we have bought other pieces as gifts. I think you'll be pleased if you go ahead with this purchase. We bought this toy for our grandson, at around 18 months of age. He enjoyed straddling it inside and, as he grew, could use the pedals to power himself. If it's used outside, I would still supervise your child, as sometimes little people become distracted, looking all around and can tip themselves over. Their feet will be the brakes, so supervision is also needed where stopping is critical, or on downward slopes. Our grandson's favourite part of this toy is the 'trunk', where he can stow a stuffed animal, toy, or other gadgets. Radio Flyer is a great brand, and we have bought other pieces... » Read More We bought this toy for our grandson, at around 18 months of age. He enjoyed straddling it inside and, as he grew, could use the pedals to power himself. If it's used outside, I would still supervise your child, as sometimes little people become distracted, looking all around and can tip themselves over. Their feet will be the brakes, so supervision is also needed where stopping is critical, or on downward slopes. Our grandson's favourite part of this toy is the 'trunk', where he can stow a stuffed animal, toy, or other gadgets. Radio Flyer is a great brand, and we have bought other pieces as gifts. I think you'll be pleased if you go ahead with this purchase. « Show Less
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The steering on our Joovy is pretty loose and managing two might be a challenge. My grandson has not showed an interest in pedaling (he's 19 months), but if you have one child wanting to navigate on their own and the other child is less inclined, you might have a control issue. Another point to consider is the reach of their legs. My little guy got his foot caught occasionally until he was able to plant is foot on the pedal. We do love this toy and he really prefers his Joovy over the stroller.
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Personally, I wouldn't recommend it, but to each their own. Just as Triplethreat suggested, it is about the ability to understand...occasionally I have to tell my 3 year old (that is 32 lbs) to be still. If she gets into the ride and starts to lean, it throws off my balance and can be quite dangerous going around turns (especially passing others on the trails.) Also, keep in mind other factors, such as things being kicked, or splashed up in their face, and them not being able to tell you. Just my opinion, but I would get an inclosed one until your kiddo is a bit older.
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My 13-month old is able to sit on it, buckled in, but that's about it. But I have to say I'm not a big fan of this bike. There's too much give when you lick the steering wheel for the child. You have to overcompensate steering...it's not very responsive. Fine as a trike but handle is not great for parents.
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Are they walking well? If they're not walking well I wouldn't recommend letting them ride it. It kind of scoots jerkily. My 3 yo still adores this thing, my 1 yo really wants to play but it's too treacherous, the 3 yo nearly runs him over every time. It shoots right out from under the rider/pusher on hard floors, too. It's kept at Grandma's house now.
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Hi Amy, Thank you for contacting us! In response to your inquiry, kiddos "lean to steer" aboard the Micro Mini. This means that they use their body weight to steer (many kiddos describe as "steering with their tummy") rather than simply turning the handlebar as one does aboard a bike. This not only allows kiddos to gradually get the hang of the scooting ways, it is also what makes the scooter *fun* to ride as it almost feels like surfing the sidewalk. Please let us know if you have any other questions-- we have a toll-free telephone number, 888-236-5657, and are open Mon-Fri from 9am to 5pm Eastern Standard Time (EST). Cheers!
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I bought this for my son when he was 1 an now he is 3, he still enjoys it but now he pulls the toy to his dirt pile, doesn't really pedal with it anymore. If I was hunting for a CAT digger, I might try something else. The older kids (ages 4-9) in our neighborhood really like just the backhoe with the seat on the back....I hope that helps
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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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My now 10y/o daughter has had no issues with it. She states it rides smooth on side walk (including uneven areas in our neighborhood) and asphalt road. She never rides it hard, i.e. racing. From my observations no safety issues with it.
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I bought it for a friend of mine. Her son's 1st birthday. She said it's his favorite and sturdy. He started to walk at 13m old. With that said, I've seen a multitude of parents blaming a toy for being inept, when in fact their child just couldn't walk well, which wobbly walking is normal. My son used something similar, but started walking about 9 months old. Long story short....depends on the child and how willing the parents are to not place blame.
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Not really, it just changes your center of gravity, so it's a little harder to steer, especially with a bigger baby (mine is 17 mos. old) he loves it though!
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There feet is what moves this toy forward or backwards or the direction the child wants to go. My just over 1 year old grandchildren (2) love theirs. You can put your feet up on the fenders but usually they are propelling the car in some direction with their feet. Good exercise and coordination training for them.
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It's supposed to be that way. The child should not lean too far forward or it can tip over. If they sit in it correctly,(in the middle) that won't happen. The idea is for the child to push with his feet then pick them up and put them on the front black foot prints while they wiggle the steering wheel back an forth continuously and it will self propel. It is good exercise and great fun. If they turn the steering wheel backwards and do the same process as described the toy will self propel in reverse (only recommend for a little bit older kids). My grandkids love these riders. They ride in the garage, driveway--anywhere that's not too bumpy (like grass). It's supposed to be that way. The child should not lean too far forward or it can tip over. If they sit in it correctly,(in the middle) that won't happen. The idea is for the child to push with his feet then pick them up and put them on the front black foot prints while they wiggle the steering wheel back an forth continuously and it will self propel. It is good exercise and great fun. If they turn the steering wheel backwards and do the same process as described the toy will self propel in reverse (only recommend for a little bit older kids). My grandkids love these riders. They ride in... » Read More It's supposed to be that way. The child should not lean too far forward or it can tip over. If they sit in it correctly,(in the middle) that won't happen. The idea is for the child to push with his feet then pick them up and put them on the front black foot prints while they wiggle the steering wheel back an forth continuously and it will self propel. It is good exercise and great fun. If they turn the steering wheel backwards and do the same process as described the toy will self propel in reverse (only recommend for a little bit older kids). My grandkids love these riders. They ride in the garage, driveway--anywhere that's not too bumpy (like grass). « Show Less
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Moving the steering wheel from side to side in a wiggling fashion gets the vehicle to move. My grandkids LOVE them (yes, we have 2).