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Reflectors belong on every children's bike so that the little ones are clearly visible in the dark or in bad weather. But because simple reflective strips are as exciting for kids as a Sunday visit to Auntie Erna's, the guys at Riesel Design have come up with a cool sticker set with reflective motifs - easy to stick on, glow-in-the-dark and locally produced. They can be used to spice up any child's bike. Price: approx. 15 Euro >> available here
Sixpack has developed the shape, design and profile of the 1st Ride grips especially for children and their MTBs. The grippy sawtooth profile is designed to provide grip and cushioning for children's hands. At 26 mm, the grips have the ideal diameter for mini shredders. To protect little fingers from injury, the 1st Ride grips are equipped with an extra large flange at the outer end. With the one-sided clamping ring, the grips can be easily and securely mounted on handlebars with an outer diameter of 19 mm. Price: 14,95 Euro >> available here.
Burgers, angry bees or superheroes - glove manufacturer Fist has a huge range of brightly coloured and absolutely stylish gloves for young shredders aged between 8 and 14. The thin Clarino palm ensures a great grip and a direct feel when the kids are sailing over the table on the dirt track. And if the landing goes wrong and a plaster is needed, the youngsters can quickly ring home thanks to the touchscreen fingers. Price: 28.95 euros.
Sweets, a soft drink or even a cuddly bunny - the small handlebar bag has room for everything the little ones need for the ride to the playground. The bags can be quickly attached to the bike or balance bike with three Velcro fasteners and securely fastened with a drawstring. Price: 9,99 Euro >> available here.
The SKS Rowdy Set 2.0 (here in test) fits children's bikes from 20 to 24 inches and uses impact-resistant plastic. The multi-adjust design enables mounting on different frames. A USB rear light can be integrated without tools. The set is available for 24.99 euros, the rear light also costs 24.99 euros. Price: 24,99 Euro >> available here.
The Ziener Cull-Z Junior combines gel padding with hard-wearing palm material. An ergonomic thumb patch prevents pressure points, integrated finger loops and Velcro fastener guarantee easy handling. Reflectors included. Price: 15,99 Euro >> available here.
Easy to operate: The Puky G20 works with a rotating ring without any effort, fulfils all legal requirements and looks stylish. For clamp diameter 22.2 mm. Price: 7,99 Euro >> available here.
Small, light and super easy to use - this is what a light set for kids should look like. Whether it's the way to school at dawn, a spontaneous ride after dinner or the way to training: with the Sigma Aura Micro set, kids are always safe on the road. The lights are IP44 splash-proof, have a long light range and a lighting time of 6 and 4 hours at the front and rear respectively. Charging is very simple via a USB-C plug, and mounting with a rubber strap is really child's play. Price: 29,95 Euro >> available here.
Looking casual on the trail has never been so easy with this super soft bike shirt made from organic cotton. The shirt fits both boys and girls and shows the clique what you're made of. Shred all day! Price: 29,95 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
Safe on the road from 1 to 14: The Woom Ready children's helmet comes with a rechargeable helmet light in a bundle. Three sizes (46-57 cm head circumference) cover all age groups. The universal light fits on every Ready helmet and ensures good visibility in traffic. Price: 89,80 Euro >> available here.
With the Airframe chest protector, parents can also relax when their kids are rocking the bike park, because they are maximally protected with the lightweight protector waistcoat. The lightweight, low-profile design moulds to the body, while the Koroyd inserts on the chest and back provide excellent impact protection. Easily adjustable at the shoulder and waist for a secure fit. The removable key leg and upper chest pads provide additional protection when required. The Airframe is Level 1 certified and fits kids between 6 and 14 years.Price: 169,99 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
Knee pads are one of the absolute must-haves when taking the kids out on the trails. Whether it's in the bike park, trail centre or around the house - if you're not careful, you're bound to hit your knees. Scott has equipped the Softcon knee pads with the flexible D3O protectors especially for young riders. With Level 1 certification, they not only offer optimum protection, but also fit comfortably all day long without constricting. The mesh sock provides flexibility and air circulation, while two Velcro fasteners ensure a perfect fit. Price: 69,95 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
Often neglected, but no less important than knee pads: the elbows of little shredders should also be protected from scratches. The Hack series is the entry-level version of soft protectors. They are light, robust and extremely comfortable to wear - making them the perfect choice for youngsters, because nothing is more annoying when biking than protectors that pull and pinch. The iXS children's elbow protectors are also certified to Level 1. Price: 59,90 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
The goggle experts at 100% have adapted their popular Strata to the needs of kids: comfortable curvature, improved fit on the nose and an enlarged field of vision. This allows the little ones to keep an eye on every bump and know exactly when to pull off a hip jump. Whether on the trail or on the race track, the Strata Gen. 2 offers a huge field of vision, anti-fog coated polycarbonate lens and the option of tear-off visors at a really favourable price. Price: 39,95 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
Safe, robust and stylish - the Sonus from O'Neal is the perfect helmet for the start of your bike park career and is also affordable. The Sonus also has a lot to offer in terms of handling: practical magnetic buckle, secure guide for the goggle strap and an adjustable visor. The helmet is also reasonably ventilated thanks to various openings, and if the matt black is too dark for you, you can spice up the Sonus with stickers from your favourite bike brands. Oh yes, the weight: 1.64 kilos in size M. Price: 89,99 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
It's always good when products for children have a wide range of uses - the Livewire MTB youth shoes from Ride Concepts are definitely one of them. With their stylish look, they cut at least as good a figure at school or when hanging out with friends as they do on the pedals. The waffle sole with sticky high-grip rubber provides plenty of grip, while the combination of Velcro fastening and lacing ensures a perfect fit. The upper material is particularly tear-resistant, the sole is shock-absorbing and odour-inhibiting. Heel and toe protection are of course also integrated.Price: 69,99 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
There aren't many really good children's pedals - but the little Tatze is definitely one of them. Its CNC-milled lightweight body is ideal for feet up to size 35 and, thanks to its concave base and ten pins on each side, offers ideal grip on off-road terrain. At 12.7 millimetres, the Tatze is nice and flat and remains pleasantly light at 199 grams. The stylish anodised kicks are available in black, blue, red or orange to really fair price: 69 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
Thanks to the Airstripes back system, the bike backpack for young bikers sits comfortably and compactly on the body, allowing plenty of freedom of movement and keeping the back well ventilated even on fast bike tours. The main compartment can be accessed in no time at all via the large opening - including space for a 2-litre hydration system. Snacks and a smartphone are quickly stowed away in the elasticated front pocket and in the side zip pocket and are just as quickly to hand again. Reflective details also increase visibility and ensure greater safety in road traffic. The lightweight 350 gram junior bike has a volume of 8 litres and fits people between 130 and 168 centimetres tall. Price: 60 Euro >> available here at a reduced price.
When should you put your child on two wheels for the first time? We say: as early as possible. The ideal introduction to the world of bikes and ideal preparation for the first real bike is a balance bike. Here, children learn balance and how to deal with speed in a playful and safe way. The Puky Next 12" with its innovative plastic frame and flip-chip technology is suitable for children from the age of 2 or a stride length of 31 centimetres. What's more, the Puky grows with your child and can be converted to 14-inch wheels later on. Price: 149,99 Euro >> available here.
With the Crivit children's bike Light 20 inch (more info here) the first children's bike from Lidl is on sale. The aluminium bike is said to weigh just 7.6 kilograms, which is 200 grams less than comparable models. The equipment includes a Shimano Tourney 7-speed gearbox, Schwalbe tyres and height-adjustable BMX handlebars. The price is 249 euros, or 199 euros with the Lidl Plus app. The bike is designed for children between the ages of five and eight with a height of 115 to 130 centimetres and, in our opinion, is a great alternative to the sometimes very expensive established children's bike brands. Price: 249 Euro >> available here.
The Cube Numove 240 FE combines a lightweight aluminium frame with real everyday practicality. Mudguards, pannier rack, lights and kickstand are all on board as standard - perfect for the school run and touring. The child-orientated geometry ensures safe handling without putting the brakes on the fun factor. It may not quite fit into the Easter nest, but the kids will be all the happier when the Easter bunny has hidden such a stylish touring bike in the bushes.
The Giant Faith Mini Mullet (test here) is impressive proof of just how serious the Taiwanese bike giant is about children's mountain bikes. For the Faith Mini Mullet, Giant has developed a completely customised chassis. Thanks to an enormous vertical range of manufacture, not only was the frame of the mini enduro designed to meet the special needs of the youngsters, but the fork, shock, rims and add-on parts are also completely in-house developments for light rider weights. With components specially adapted to children, the small fully is designed to take trail fun to a new level
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