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HomeScootersClassic Flyer By Kettler Low Rider Tricycle |
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 Good value! Aug 25, 2010
After a long search, I finally found a tricycle with:
a steel frame for durability,
a lower seat for stability (and to accommodate my petite 2-year-olds),
a removable push-bar (so we can enjoy it more as the kiddos learn to pedal), and
free-wheel capability (so the kiddos don't get feet tangled up when Mom/Dad is pushing).
Of the 50-odd different tricycles I looked at, this was the only one with this combination of features for under $100. In addition to these key features, it's got fun handlebar tassels, a classic color scheme, a little travel pack, and a comfortable folding parent handgrip. Kettler has excellent resale value, so that's also a perk for when we outgrow these tricycles.
My rating lost a star because the plastic pieces (handlebar-to-fork cover, rear "hubcaps") have come loose and needed to be re-adjusted on one of our trikes (we have two of these, as I have twins).
 Great tricycle, not so great handle! Feb 26, 2009
My 2-year-old LOVES the tricycle and it is a great fit for him. The only complaint I have is with the handle. It does not stay on the bike if you pull too hard. It is almost as if it won't "snap" into place. Hopefully, he will learn to ride it on his own soon and the handle won't be needed anyways.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Nice, sturdy trike! Oct 04, 2008
I got this for my daughter's second birthday.. She adores being pushed around on it, and will bring me her helmet when she wants to ride (helmets are a must- even on a tricycle head injuries can happen!). She immediately figured out how to steer, though being stubborn she often goes where she wants to and not where she needs to ;) With the pushbar it's easy enough to lift the front wheel and take away steering privileges for a moment ;) I highly recommend the "Kettler 3 Point Harness Seatbelt" to go with it.
At a mere 31 1/2 inches tall, her feet don't quite reach the ground to push herself, and they barely graze the petals. I would think an average height 2 year old could manage pushing with their feet. I chose this one because of the nice large pushbar at the back. It is very sturdy, so far and she has not been able to tip it. Assembly was a bit challenging (mainly because we put the wheels on too tight and had to figure out how to loosen them- no easy feat!), but all in all only took about 30 minutes.
It's OK Apr 05, 2008
Not a bad bike, but there are a few things I wish were different. The front wheel looks very wobbly when the bike rolls, eventhough the bike moves forward straight. Also the screws that came with the bike attach the plastic footstand to the back of the bike will not screw in all the way. The handle for the parent to push the bike does not fit tight into the bike, so it is constantly turning while you are pushing. On the plus side it is a cool looking bike, and our 2 year old son does loves it. It is a very good size for him right now, and with 2 more positions to adjust the seat to, this bike should last him a while.
12 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Good trike with minor problems Nov 03, 2007
In general this is a good, solid tricycle for a two-year-old like ours. She still isn't able to pedal even with the seat in the forward-most position, so our experience is limited to pushing and controlling the bike using the included pushbar.
Pros:
- The trike is low enough for even our small 2-year-old to get on and off by herself and just barely reach the pedals, though she hasn't mastered actually pedaling yet. The height makes falling off it that much less of a danger, though she still wears her helmet.
- The pushbar makes helping your toddler along pretty easy and is adjustable for height, but it isn't perfect (see cons below).
- The included velcro-on backpack for the pushbar is a nice bonus. Our toddler loves to hop off the bike and drop a found treasure into it. It's also a good place to keep a child's jacket or whatever you might need.
- I couldn't comment on the pedaling difficulty since my child isn't yet up to pedaling herself, but it seems to be easy enough. For now she just keeps her feet on the pedals and the front wheel turns freely, though not smoothly at all times (see cons below).
Cons:
- The core frame and pushbar are metal, but at least 50% of components are plastic -- more than I'd expected on an $80 trike.
- The pushbar itself is solid and not likely to break under normal use, but its attachment to the bike is maintained by a tiny push-in button that leaves the bar very wobbly. This allows too much side-to-side and rotational movement to let you feel truly steady controlling the bike with a child on it. It does work, but could be improved.
- I've yet to figure out how to lock the steering wheel in place or even if this is in fact possible. Other models mention it as a feature, but maybe this one doesn't offer it. It would be very useful to me with a toddler who can't seem to avoid turning the wheel to the left or right at inopportune times while I'm pushing her.
- While the freewheel feature that allows a young child to keep her feet on the pedals while being pushed does work most of the time, it has an annoying tendency to engage halfway. This causes the pedals to bounce roughly as the front wheel turns, making it more of a chore for the child to keep her feet on the pedals. Pulling the trike backwards for a few feet usually solves the problem if only temporarily.
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