Holiday Balance Bike and Kids Bike Guide
We’re all about kids’ bikes here! From classic designs to sporty styles and budget-friendly picks to all-time favorites, we’ve curated top recommendations for every price point—each one personally tested by our team of kid testers.
While our “Best of” lists (easily accessible in our main menu) feature our top picks for bikes and helmets, this holiday gift guide is all about pairing them up into adorable combinations—because who doesn’t love a matched set?
You’ll find prices and links for each combo just below each carousel to make holiday shopping a breeze, but before choosing a bike, be sure to measure your child to ensure a perfect fit!
CLICK TO JUMP TO YOUR LIST OF CHOICE:
・Balance Bikes
・Small Pedal Bikes
・Large Pedal Bikes
・Kids MTBs
・Women’s Bikes
On the search for something different or a unique bike gift? Drop a comment below of what you looking for and I will happily share any insights or ideas I may have!
Balance Bikes
Give your little one the gift of endless fun and freedom without needing help from mom, dad, or training wheels!
CLASSIC BUDGET: Retrospec Cub ($69) + Retrospec Remi Helmet ($32)
SPORTY BUDGET: Radio Flyer Balance Bike ($99) + Retrospec Remi Helmet ($32)
CLASSIC BEST BUY (Air Tires): Retrospec Cub Plus ($109) + Giro Scamp ($54)
CLASSIC BEST BUY (Foam Tires): Strider Balance Bike ($129) + Giro Scamp ($54)
SPORTY BEST BUY: Guardian Balance Bike ($149) + Giro Scamp ($54)
BABY BIKE BEST OVERALL: Early Rider Velio ($199) + Thousand Jr. ($60)
BALANCE BIKE BEST OVERALL: woom 1 ($249) + woom Helmet ($69)
BALANCE BIKE BEST MTB: Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero ($260) + Smith Wilder ($45)
Small Kids Pedal Bikes
With so many fantastic pedal bikes on the market, you’re sure to find the perfect match for both your child and your budget. Be sure to measure your child for a proper fit, and check out our Kids’ Bike Finder Tool to find the best size for your child.
SPORTY BUDGET: Retrospec Koda Plus ($149+) and Outdoor Master ($35)
CLASSIC BUDGET: Retrospec Koda Plus ($149+) and Retrospec Remi Kids ($32)
SPORTY BEST BUY: Guardian Bikes ($249+) and Giro Scamp ($54)
CLASSIC BEST BUY: Priority Start ($329+) and Retrospec Remi Kids ($32)
BEGINNERS BEST OVERALL: BIKY ($349+) and Giro Scamp MIPS ($70)
SPORTY BEST OVERALL: Prevelo Alpha ($399+) and Smith Wilder Jr. ($55)
CLASSIC BEST OVERALL: woom ORIGINAL ($439+) and Thousand Jr. ($59)
Big Kids Pedal Bikes
These big kid bikes come in 20” and 24” wheel sizes and all feature gears. For the best fit, measure your child first and consult our Kids’ Bike Finder Tool to determine the right wheel size.
SPORTY BUDGET: Polygon Premier Ultralight ($289+) and Outdoor Master ($35)
CLASSIC BUDGET: Retrospec Dart ($199+) and Retrospec Remi Kids ($32)
SPORTY BEST BUY: Guardian Bikes ($319+) and Bern Nina DRVT ($59)
CLASSIC BEST BUY: Priority Start ($329+) and Thousand Heritage ($99)
SPORTY BEST OVERALL: Prevelo Alpha ($579+) and Giro Fixture II MIPS ($70)
VERSATILE BEST OVERALL: woom EXPLORE ($749+) and Thousand Heritage ($99)
Kids Mountain Bikes
BUDGET MTB 24″: Polygon Premier 24 XC Evo Disc ($449) and Giro Fixture II MIPS ($75)
BEGINNING (RIGID) MTB (20″-26″): woom OFF ($849+) and woom Helmet ($69)
ALL-MOUNTAIN MTB (14″-26″): Prevelo Zulu ($549+) and Kali Maya Child Full Face ($140) or Fox Speedframe Pro ($189)
eMTB 24″: Specialized Turbo Levo SL Jr. ($3,000) and Specialized Ambush 2 ($89)
Women’s Bikes
While kids’ bikes are our main focus, moms deserve some great rides too! Here are some of our top picks for women—whether you’re cruising around town, looking for an e-bike to haul the kids, or hitting the trails solo. Although we don’t have full reviews for most of these bikes, feel free to reach out anytime; we’ve tested them all and are happy to share insights!
BUDGET CRUISER: Retrospec Chatham ($259+) and Retrospec Remi ($32)
HIGH-END CRUISER: Priority Turi ($949) and Thousand Heritage 2.0 ($99)
COMFORT eBIKE: Priority e-Classic Plus ($1,799) and Thousand Heritage 2.0 ($99)
FAMILY eBIKE: Aventon Abound ($2,199) and Specialized Mode eBike Helmet ($50)
BEGINNING MTB: Trek Marlin 5 ($739) and Giro Fixture II MIPS ($75)
LEGIT MTB: Stumpjumper 15 Comp Alloy ($4,500) and Smith Session MIPS ($102)
