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How big of a bike does a 3 year old need?
Guide to Kids’ Bike Sizing
| Bike Wheel | Child Height (in.) | Approx. Age |
|---|---|---|
| 12-inch | 30-39 | 2-4 |
| 14-inch | 37-44 | 3-5 |
| 16-inch | 39-48 | 5-8 |
| 20-inch | 42-52 | 6-10 |
How tall should you be for a 14 inch bike?
Kids’ Bike Size Chart & Frame Size
| Wheel Size | Age (Years) | Height (Inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 12 inch | 3 – 5 | 3′ 3″ – 3′ 8″ |
| 14 inch | 4 – 6 | 3′ 5″ – 3′ 10″ |
| 16 inch / 18 inch | 5 – 7 | 3′ 8″ – 4′ 2″ |
| 20 inch | 6 – 9 | 3′ 10″ – 4′ 6″ |
What size bike is good for a 14 year old?
Measure your kids inseam by following these 3 simple steps:
| Wheel Size | Age | Inseam (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| 18″ | 6-8 | 20″-24″ |
| 20″ | 9-11 | 22″-25″ |
| 24″ | 11-14 | 24″-28″ |
| 26″ | 15+ | 28″+ |
What is the correct bike size for a child?
Kids Bike Sizes Chart
| Wheel Size | Age | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12″ | 2 – 3 years | 36 – 39″ |
| 14″ | 2 – 4 years | 37 – 44″ |
| 16″ | 4 – 6 years | 41 – 48″ |
| 20″ | 5 – 8 years | 45 – 54″ |
How do balance bikes work for toddlers?
Balance bikes are bikes that have no pedals, and children push themselves along the ground with their feet, figuring out how to find their balance. Once a child has demonstrated that they can balance the bicycle consistently, they graduate to a pedaled bike.
What size of bike does my kid need?
To determine the right wheel size, you only need to measure your child’s height. For example, if your offspring is between 95 and 100 cm tall, a 12-inch wheel fits perfectly. If your child measures more than 140 cm, you should choose a 26-inch wheel.