Determine what you want the bike for - Some common uses include racing, city commuting, and off roading. It is unlikely that your child will be completely between wheel sizes, as there is some overlap between the sizes. It’s comparable with other mid range bikes and significantly cheaper than some of the premium kid’s bikes available, plus you’re getting a lot of style for your money. To submit forms on this page, you need to consent to the transfer of data and storage of third-party cookies by Google. It has all the practical Bobbin touches you would expect: colour-matched mudguards and chainguard, smart brown grips, matching stabilisers (training wheels) a ding dong bell and an embossed Bobbin saddle.

Independent and family-run, the designs for Bobbin bikes are inspired not only by a love of pedalling, but also 1960s London, the colours of Dick Bruna and the universes created by Tove Jannson.This Cnoc 16 is a beautifully proportioned starter bike for children who are true beginners or eager to pedal having mastered a balance bike. Choose from five super stylish colour options from our signature Blossom Pink, to a sunshine bright Yellow. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Based in East London, Bobbin was created in 2007 by Tom and Sian who wanted to spread the joy of cycling to everyone.

Registered office: Icknield Street Drive, Washford West, Redditch, Worcestershire, England, B98 0DE.so I was excited to take Cycle Sprog up on their offer to review Bobbin Bike’s smallest pedal bike – the Gingersnap 12. Jen was provided with the Bobbin Gingersnap 12″ kids bike to review by Today’s Cyclist, the UK distributor for Bobbin Bikes. Credit and debit card refunds must be made to the card used for the original transaction, cheque payments will be refunded in cash but due to banking restrictions can only be refunded at least 14 days after the original purchase date. Both the 12″ and 16″ Gingersnaps come with stabilisers (very attractive looking ones, too but we didn’t need them).

This is the only thing that prevents your handlebars from popping out so ensure it is done up really tight. Remove the rear wheel nut and mudguard stay from the rear axle and insert the axle through the hole in the stabiliser arm. This Gingersnap bike features a durable but lightweight but sturdy steel frame in a selection of all their favourite colours.

Your Bobbin Gingersnap has arrived and all that's left to do before the cycling adventure begins is to get it road worthy.

Living in Cheshire we are more likely to see an albatross roosting on our roof than a natural slope of any sort, especially one which may count as a hill, so brakes hadn’t really factored in my thinking before. She needs a bigger bike but still wants stabilisers (which is fine, she'll get there in her own time). EARLY RIDERS: The Gingersnap balance bike is a miniature classic bike designed for children aged 2-4 years old. This children's bike shows that big things can come in small packages, with its beautiful vintage design and range of colours.Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. LIGHTWEIGHT: Featuring a strong Hi-Ten steel frame, the bike weighs just 5kg and can be easily carried or moved about and controlled by children as they learn to ride while looking stylish. Thanks to the adjustable saddle, the balance bike can be individually adjusted to the size and needs of your child. Take your pedals and you'll notice they have left (L) and right (R) embossed on the inside of the spindle.