has anyone used this for an older kid? I mean an #85, 12 year old
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My nine year olds use it (60 lbs. roughly)... I think it would hold up for older/heavier, as we parents are able to hang on it.
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Sort of. I tested it before I allowed the kids to use it. I weigh around 175 lbs and it didn't seem to have any problems supporting me.
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Yes, I have an almost two year old and a five year old, and each have one. I bought our first one for our one year old, but it was such a hit I had to get a second one.
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I have a 18 and a 10 year old Grandsons. I bought them both one. They love them. They are fairly sturdy considering the cost. My 2 year old grandson wants one. So I am sure I will get him one next year. Rachel
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I guess it would depend on the 12 year old. My son is 11 and is able to use it with no problem, but he is strong and tall for 11. If you are talking the average size 12 year old, I would say probably not a problem, but it does take quite a bit of upper body strength.
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I didn't and it seems to be fine for my 3-year-old. She's been using it for a year with no complaints.
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Not really, my oldest son used it until he was 6 and 45 pounds. Just make sure that you install it properly.Regards
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Like most I would say it depends on the 12 year old in question. Its a good tool when used responsibly but you as the parent are the only one who can determine that.
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I think it would have been fine for my children when they were 10. It is not a toy, but it is sturdier than some of the cheaper ones. May be a good lesson and it is simple to use.
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Yes, it does work well. It was my 8-year-old son birthday present some years ago. He did not use it too much, though.
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Hi Anne. We got this for our granddaughter - 6 years old. It turned out her older brother - 9, enjoyed it more than her. I do think 12 might be a bit "old" for it. Plus, as already commented the quality is not the best. The big thing seems to be scooters. I think they have made a comeback. Hope this helps.
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Yes, my 12 year old who was trying it out for me for younger kids said it was very uncomfortable with the hard knobbies. Then my 16 year old agreed. I'm retuning all 6 that I purchased.
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My 4 year old understood how to play with it, so it will definitely be appropriate for your 12 year old. These guys have done am amazing job making electronic components easy to use and a lot of fun.
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My son was about 12 years old and 4'6 when I got this for him for Xmas . It was ok. He played around with it for awhile but then i guess was too small.It really is for a smaller child 8-10 years old.
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I have two of these at different locations, one is about 10-12 yrs old. I have never had a problem with either one.
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Yes. The main user in our family is our 14 year old daughter but my 17 year old son uses it sometimes and it is definitely fine for him. This can handle hard hitting. Just keep an eye on the connections - sometimes they loosen up over time - but they are easily tightened back up.
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I've seen a 5 year old use it. It was kind of difficult for him but not too bad.
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The adults like it in our family. The more you weigh the easier it is. I would recommend it for a 12yo boy as long as they are good at physical coordination tasks.