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Featured · bike sizing · 16 Jun 2026

What Size Bike Does My Child Need? Why Bigger Isn't Always Better

In most areas of life that's exactly what we'd do. Most parents have bought school jumpers with sleeves that are a bit too long or football boots with a bit of room in them beca...

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Why Some Kids Take To Cycling Straight Away And Others Don't

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16 June 2026

Why Some Kids Take To Cycling Straight Away And Others Don't

Every child learns to ride at their own pace. Discover why confidence, bike fit and personality often matte...

bike sizing

16 June 2026

Why Kids Need Bikes More Than Ever

Getting kids off screens and outdoors starts with the right first bike. Our Shrewsbury team on why cycling ...

bike sizing

16 June 2026

What Size Bike Does My Child Need? The Complete Kids' Bike Sizing Guide

Kids' bikes are sized by wheel size, not age. Our simple sizing chart (12"–26") and expert tips help you ch...

Electric Bikes Explained: Are They Worth It?

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16 June 2026

Electric Bikes Explained: Are They Worth It?

How electric bikes work, UK e-bike law, range, running costs and whether one's worth it — plus how to save ...

Balance Bike or Stabilisers? How to Teach a Child to Ride

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16 June 2026

Balance Bike or Stabilisers? How to Teach a Child to Ride

Why most children now skip stabilisers — and how a balance bike teaches kids to ride faster and with more c...

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