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Strider Launches Redesigned 12″ Balance Bike

  • Ron 

Strider Bikes today announced the launch of the 12 Comp – a new balance bike for children aged 1-3. The first Strider built with a composite frame, the delivers the core you expect from a genuine Strider, at a value that makes learning to ride accessible, fun, and stress-free.

Strider’s first new balance bike model since 2017 and their first new 12” model since 2013, the Strider 12 Comp is designed to help more riders unlock the joy of two-wheel fun. Little ones will feel confident from their first strides with a composite frame that weighs only 4.9 lbs. Then watch their skills take off with the beloved features that have helped over 10 million children learn to ride with Strider – a performance geometry that keeps the bike stable yet agile, a standing footrest that supports advanced riding skills, a perfectly-sized handlebar for tiny hands, and an adjustable seat for a comfortable fit as they grow.

“Our mission at Strider has always been empowering every child to safely and effectively learn how to ride a bike,” said Strider Founder & CEO Ryan McFarland. “The Strider 12 Comp will give more families the chance to access the smiles, memories and skill development of the genuine Strider experience.”

Features:

  • 12” true two-wheel design teaches real balance from day one
  • Made with an ultralight and ultra durable composite frame so toddlers can easily pick up and steer the bike
  • Performance geometry sized for kids, keeping the bike stable, agile, and confidence-boosting
  • Comes with never-flat Ultralight made from EVA-Polymer foam for indoor and outdoor riding
  • Compatible with Strider Classic Grips, Strider Ultralight Wheels, Strider High- Wheels, and the Strider Rocking Base
  • Kid-fit handlebar allows tiny hands to have a confident
  • Integrated Standing Footrests help kids develop advanced riding skills
  • Quick assembly takes only minutes

Size & Fit:

  • For Ages 1 – 3 Years Old
  • Fits Inseam Lengths 30.5 – 40.6 cm (12 – 16 in.)
  • Handlebar Height is fixed at 48.3 cm (19 in.)
  • Seat Height: Adjustable from 27.9 – 38.1 cm (11-15 in.)
  • Maximum Rider Weight: 20 kg (45 lbs.)

Tech Specs:

  • Assembled Weight: 2.2 kg. (4.9 lbs.)
  • Adjustable Seat with a Seat Post Clamp
  • Ergonomic Plastic Seat
  • Ultralight Flat-Free Foam Rubber 12”
  • U.S. Patented Design
  • Nylon Composite Frame
  • Built-In Standing Footrests
  • Handlebar Made for Tiny Hands
  • Built-In Snap to Adjust Seat Clip

The Strider 12 Comp is available now at StriderBikes.com

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