Here is a quick question for you.
What is the difference between the two photos below?
It’s simple.
The answer is whether it has a crank attached or not.
Surprisingly,
the two vehicles above are the same thing.
This, from Germany,
is the "Rennrad,"
a vehicle that evolves the now highly popular "Push Bike,"
also known as a "Step Bike."
On the street, these vehicles are variously called
"Push Bikes," "Balance Bikes," or "Run Bikes," but they all refer to the same thing.
And this "Rennrad"
is a vehicle that is both a "Push Bike" and a "Bicycle."
Now,
let’s take a look at how it transforms.
This is the Push Bike without the pedals attached (14-inch in the photo).
Take this key crank part,
insert it into the end of the section extending downward,
as shown above,
and tighten the bolt,
and just like that,
it quickly turns into a proper child's bicycle!
What’s more, it comes standard with a kickstand—the number one accessory parents want for their children’s bikes. As seen in the photo, it also includes a chain case, so you don't have to worry about pant hems getting caught in the chain.
Regarding the brake levers,
it might be hard to tell from the photo,
but the distance between the handlebar and the lever is very short,
so even children with small hands can apply the brakes firmly.
The rear brake is a coaster brake, perfect for children with less strength, making braking easy.
As for the sizes:
14-inch (left) is for heights over 95cm, inseam around 40cm - ¥27,800
18-inch (right) is for heights over 105cm, inseam around 45cm - ¥31,500
Here is what is important:
It is crucial that your child’s feet can reach the ground firmly.
Start with the pedals off,
have them keep both feet firmly on the ground, and try walking while sitting on it.
In two or three days, they will be zooming around.
*At that point, it will be hard for you as parents to keep up with them (laughs).
Once they can ride with both feet off the ground,
it is proof that they have developed their balance.
Then, finally, attach the pedals and start riding.
Once you teach them how to pedal,
it's time for their bicycle debut.
So,
does that mean training wheels aren't needed?
A Push Bike is designed specifically to cultivate that sense of balance.
With this two-in-one vehicle,
it is kind to your wallet,
and you can use it for a long time.
After that, they'll ride however they like—
after all, they're kids.
==SAL==