Choosing a scooter for the little ones - recommended scooters for 2 or 3 years old
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Purchasing a scooter is a great way to introduce kids to the outdoors and support their motor coordination development. In addition, it prepares the child for learning to ride a bike, which is much more difficult. Even the smallest children can ride a scooter - let's check which models are suitable for them!
In the market, you will find various options for scooters. In addition to the most common two-wheel models, you can also choose a three-wheel version in one of two options. Two wheels can be in the back or in the front. Which to choose? The difference in usability between the two options is not noticeable.
The tricycle scooter is the perfect solution for the little ones. This guarantees better stability, so that the baby can feel a little more confident behind the wheel. The feeling of safety is the best encouragement - thanks to this, the child will be more willing to try his hand at the scooter, developing motor skills.
Scooter for children - what height to choose?
The height of the scooter is an extremely important parameter, which largely determines the comfort of using the equipment. If the scooter is too small, your child will slouch and have difficulty pushing off the ground properly and effectively. On the other hand, if it is too high, it will twist your arms, which can cause discomfort. In addition, it is also impossible to effectively push off on a scooter that is too large.
It is difficult to adjust the height of the steering wheel to the height of the child, especially since babies grow dynamically in the first years of life. A perfectly matched scooter for a two-year-old may be unusable in six months. Therefore, it is best to choose the option with adjustable steering wheel height.
A scooter for a 2-year-old child should be around 50-60 cm. However, given the fact that babies develop at different rates, it is best to consider them as indicative values and look for models that can be freely adjusted.
Baby scooter - what else to look for?
Important aspects to consider when choosing a scooter are:
- Wheel size - they should be large enough to make it easier for your little one to navigate different surfaces. If you choose a tricycle, the best solution is to choose two large footrests in the front and one smaller one in the back. This configuration will provide sufficient stability.
- Wheel Stiffness – Relatively soft wheels work best. Hard wheels provide more speed, but unfortunately at the expense of stability. They have less grip and do not dampen vibrations to the same extent as soft wheels, on which the child will feel more confident and comfortable. Wheels can have different stiffness. The 80a-84a range is suitable for recreational riding in the field. The higher the value, the stiffer the wheels.
- The presence of a brake - when using three-wheeled scooters, it is easy to brake with your foot, but it is worth teaching the child to use the brake.
- Weight - heavy equipment can discourage a child from playing sports, and a parent can unnecessarily weigh him down.
Scooter for a small child - offers
In the list below you will find adjustable scooters that are suitable for the youngest children, having served them for more than one season.
This adorable ladybug helmet set is a great suggestion for a first car - right after it has outgrown a stroller! The Enero scooter is safe and stable, and also has a light weight of only 2.9 kilograms. Therefore, you can easily take it with you for a walk.
Milly Mally, turquoise, three-wheeled Zapp scooter
Cute colorful scooter for kids that guarantees stability and safety. A wide, durable platform covered with a non-slip layer, an adjustable handle, luminous front wheels are just some of the advantages of this model.
Sporting's best tricycle scooter, pink balance
An original scooter for 3 people thanks to its colours, which can be used for years to come thanks to its height adjustment (from 60 to 65 cm). Colors are not only about aesthetics appealing to children, but also about visibility – even from a distance or in a crowded playground. The scooter weighs only 2.9 kilograms. The brake, wheels with universal hardness 82a and non-slip surfaces of the handles and platform make it ideal equipment for learning to drive.
Scoot and Ride, Orange Tricycle, LED Wheels, Icecream 2020
This beautiful adjustable scooter has soft and large front wheels to dampen vibrations, a non-slip deck, an easy folding mechanism and safety systems. Plus - glowing wheels! The Scoot and Ride offer has everything you need for the best scooter for a child.
By choosing one of the above models, you will certainly please your baby, at the same time supporting the development of his motor skills and encouraging him to explore neighboring playgrounds and yards. Who knows, maybe riding a scooter will be the seed for other outdoor sports crazes?
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