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Meet The Classic
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No composite. No compromise
Birch is a great material. It has a superior strength to weight ratio preventing little ones from toppling under the weight of their own bikes. It’s splinter resistant (of course) and features a pleasing knot free smooth grain.
Weather proof, boil proof
It’s also resistant to fungus and mould growth, further increasing the lifespan of our wooden bikes. Because life happens, bikes (occasionally) get left outside. That shouldn’t mean the end of them.
Two step steering system
Like all the best innovations, it’s stunningly simple.
Useful, beautiful, durable details
The Classic’s flame detail is heat branded because stickers peel off. And we embroider the vegan leather seat detail because print gets flaky and faded over the time. And we use hardened brass, with its lovely deep rusty colour because it’s that little bit more long wearing that regular brass.
Roll model
By specifying such high grade wheel sets, we are able to justify investing weight in tyres that provide the safety and performance that make all the difference, without handing them a weight penalty.
Tread carefully
Sustain-Ability™
To sustain the ability to inspire, child after child. To build bikes designed to last and to ensure children can reach the level of skill that makes sure they'll always ride. In other words taking an uncompromising focus on form, function and top quality parts built to last.
To sustain the ability of all those involved in the production of our bikes to live healthy, fulfilled lives. In other words creating safe work environments, promoting employee wellness, supporting communities and upholding human rights through the entire supply chain.
Specs and Geometry
Specification
| STANDOVER HEIGHT | 31cm |
| WEIGHT | 4.25kg |
| FRAME | LAMINATED GRADE A BIRCH VENEERS, WBP GLUE |
| FORK | TRANSVERSE LAMINATED GRADE A BIRCH VENEERS, WBP GLUE |
| STEERER TUBES | HOLLOW TIPPED, AL6061 RODS, WOOD DOWEL CASING |
| WHEELSET | ER 12/14, PNEUMATIC SEALED CARTRIDGE BEARING |
| HUBS | CNC'D AL6061, CARTRIDGE BEARING, HOLLOW AL7075 AXLE |
| RIMS | 12" REAR, 14" FRONT, 20H ANODISED AL6061, BLACK |
| FRONT TYRE | 14*1.95, INNOVA-2065 |
| REAR TYRE | 12.5*3.0, INNOVA-2065 |
| STEM | DUAL STEERING SYSTEM (RESTRICTED + UNRESTRICTED) |
| BARS | 2" RISER, LAMINATED GRADE A BIRCH, WBP GLUE |
| GRIPS | SOFT TOUCH EVA FOAM |
| SEAT POST | 4 SETTING, LAMINATED GRADE A BIRCH, WBP GLUE |
| SADDLE | EVA PAD, EMBROIDERED FAUX LEATHER COVER |
| VALVE CAPS | Due to safety regulations changing we are no longer able to supply dust caps as standard for bikes that are labelled as age appropriate for children under 3 years of age. |
Geometry
| A | Wheelbase | 62cm - 64.5cm (restricted/full) |
| B | Head Angle | 66° |
| C | Reach | 28cm - 30.5cm |
| D | Standover Height | 30.5cm |
| E | Seat Tube Angle | 63° |
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stabile altezza giusta per iniziare da qualsiasi eta con il sedile aggiustabile.
Si bloca la direzione per sterzare un po senza rischio di sbilanciarsi, poi si sblocca quando il bimbo cresce e inizia ad essere fiducioso .
Poi un bellissimo oggetto
10 YEARS. That's how long we've had ours.
It's seen all three of our kids, and now it's working it's way around the new kids on our street.
It's LIGHT. It's FAST, and it's so much FUN.
It's survived rain, snow, being dropped, knocked over, and even the odd adult who thinks it's fun to play on after a drink or two.
Also, all the spares are available from ER. I broke the bars (teaching my youngest how to ride a half pipe) and ER posted a new pair NEXT DAY for £20, which is a bargain. Amazing!
I can't say enough good things about this bike. If you have a kid who is 3 years old, GET ONE. Don't hesitate, as the re-sale value is high! Cover it with stickers, make it fun and watch them learn how to balance and more importantly, learn how good it is to ride a bike.
It was a hit!
This is the third wooden balance bike I've purchased for my now 2yr old. Previous two fell apart quickly. This one has real rubber tires that you air up. He's able to ride on gravel, in the bike park and keep up with the bigger kids. Great construction, sturdy and well made. It also looks cool and he receives many compliments.
Looks amazing. Quality materials. Built to last. My kid loves it and so do I!!!
Ordered the Lite but it was sold out so we were offered the Classic at the same price which was decent (though it took a while to let me know they were sold out after I ordered). Even though she's tall for her age, this bike is a bit too high (almost there) and certainly too heavy for my daughter at 2 years old. I'm regretting not searching for something lighter as she's too big for her trike and I can't see her being able to manage the weight of the bike for a while. Having said that, it's lovely quality and I'm sure she'll be flying around on it when she's older.
We bought ours around 2011 for our first-born. He used it and abused it, and loved every minute of it. Asphalt, gravel, grass, trail, mud... He took it everywhere. His little brother took over and gave it the same treatment, and now our third boy is on the case. It's a bit scratched up, but still looks great. Our boy regularly gets compliments about his bike from complete strangers.
Technically, it's well-balanced and sturdy, stable and easy to steer.
This is a great product with beautiful finish, easy to put together. Great to have the option to adapt the seat level !
start of the adventure for our little one!
Beautifully built! Our grandson can get on by himself. His concentration while riding it is amazing. So much fun to watch him figure things out.
Belle allure, le bois est de très belle qualité comme les finitions. Le montage facile et costaud. La petite selle en cuir à fait craquer tous les adultes. C est un très bel objet solide pratique.
Notre petit fils adore
Solid build, cool "motorbike" look, instant appeal to everyone including adults and the 18m toddler! And, of course, the eldest (4y old, already biking) jumped on it!
Yes just bought for a present for my grandson so will give for Xmas
But so far looks good
Pretty impressed with the quality of the bike, the smooth ride and how stable it is. My 3 year old daughter loves it and prefers it over the others.
We have had our bike for 8 years and our children have zoomed about with glee. It remains the best gift of their childhood. Our youngest is turning 2 next week and we pulled it out to see if there was any life still in it. The body is as solid as ever but the saddle has split. And that is with some hardy older children having one last go or sitting on it over the years as it was comfortable even when they were really too big.
Is it possible to replace the saddle? We are based in Ireland but didn't see anywhere that would.
If not the youngest will have to get one all to himself! Would be cool if we could just update the saddle - we are sentimental about it!
Not opened the box yet. However bought one for my first grandson about ten years ago and he loved it. So it couldn't be anything less for the second. Not allowed to give it to him till his birthday in May.
I bought this bike for my eldest son's 3rd birthday. I went to the Henley shop and had a good chat with the owner of the business who gave some great advice. My son loves the bike, and looks super cool as well. Early on it took a little time for his confidence to grow, but now he tears about the place with great confidence. Transitioning from this bike to pedals will be easy I think. However he's having so much fun I'm in no rush to do that! When I do I'll be heading back to the EarlyRider Henley shop for advice!
Classic style: Great craftsmanship and design. My son Ryder started riding at 18 months, I used the restricted steering for the first month. Then unrestricted ever since. He mastered the bike in less then 2 months. I need to run to stay along side him on the rides, he loves the bike. He is 2 1/2 now and can balance himself on two wheels for short periods. It's an excellent learning tool for balance and bike handling skills. He Asks to ride everyday. It also has a great look, everyone comments and says "that's a cool looking bike". I'm looking to purchase the trail runner next.
Honestly I love these bikes. My son has had many happy hours on his. The design and finish are beautiful. The bike is tough and lasts well, ageing nicely as wood does!
I could nt fault it.... Worth every penny
Strong, reliable, easy to mend if wheel punctured, light weight, wonderful looking bike, my son loves it from age 2 now nearly 4 and about to progress to pedals. Next step prob Isla bike
We bought 2 classic ones about 2 years ago (early 2012) for our twin boys. They started to use them in spring 2 years ago and the learning curve was excellent. It did not take really long till they knew how to keep the balance on their bikes and going really fast with them.
This summer they really did it even better by speeding up real fast, throwing both feet on the fork and cruising a lot of meters this style.
a lot of other parents who saw us all stopped and watched them riding such cool handmade balance bikes - and told this to us. So they and we had really a lot of fun with these bikes :-)
but now it is time to switch to the next level: we decided to buy 2 belters (16") for x-mas so all the next summers will be a great adventure too...
My son received the classic from his uncle as a gift when he was 1.5 years old. We had to wait till his legs grew for him to be able to balance at first, didn't take long and before long he was off. When we go for a walk the bike has to come, in fact it's more of a jog for me, he cruises quite fast, even clocked 20km down a hill over a speed bump with a big smile on his face! It's such a sturdy bike and wear and tear is like no other! We get comments on the bike all the time, everyone loves the big fat tyres. We can't go anywhere without the bike.... Even comes with sound effects! Brrrrmmm
If only these bikes come in adult sizes, I could cruise around at the beach! Brrrrrm brrrrrm
Why would you buy anything else! Our classic has lasted 6 years with 3 not so gentle kids and still has life for the next one!! The middle boy would drop in at the skatepark on his!!
Both the older kids moved to pedals with ease, they loved riding this and they love their belters too.
In fact the mummy and the daddy love it so much it's now hanging on the wall .... Yes modern art! waiting for the growing bump to be a living, breathing, bike riding toddler!!
I got these for my twins when they were 2. After a couple of months admiring the bikes (and show), it took weeks for them to be zooming around the park. By 2.5 they were commuting to nursery by bike with me running alongside and noticed by everyone. A very sturdy bike even with two boys testing them to the extreme. Down hills and into walls (intentionally). Through puddles and any thing else that was in the way. With a long list of friends wanting the bikes once the boys had outgrown them. The customer service was first rate as well.
Where to start! A well made balance bike with style and class that has taught my son a life skill.
The classic is a quality product, that turned heads every time we went out on it.
My son quickly got the hang of it from the age of two, and his confidence grew every time he used it.
He went from balance bike to peddle bike seamlessly at the age of three and a half, no stabilisers.
Recently his class at school had a learn to ride day and he was far away the best there - I put this down to the confidence and skills he learnt on his classic.
As the title says, the best money I've spent!
