Diego Bike (16-Inch Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this item to donate to the Salvation Army during Xmas. During the easy 20 minute assembly & adjusment, I made these observations:
It is made by Huffy. It is well built with a steel frame and good welds, pretty solid, but very basic. For instance, there are no reflectors except those found on the pedals. The pedals are plastic but pretty solid and offer good grip - no worries. There also is no front fender, and the chain guard is plastic instead of metal. There are no hand brakes - only the coaster brake. The seat adjustment must be done with a wrench - no quick adjust here. The training wheels mount easily enough and are reasonably sturdy - but they do not lock up as good as some others I've seen - however they should do the job.
It was packaged well for shipping with a thick & tough plastic wrap around the retail box. - but there was a little scuff/paint damage near the pedal crank tube - nothing too serious for this level of bike.
It also comes with a safety pad for the handlebar that you can't see in the picture.
My opinion is that this bike is a good value if you find it on sale under $50 - and a great value when it comes up under $30!!

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Adorned with Diego graphics on a sharp-looking, bright blue frame, this single-speed, 16-inch bike is the perfect first bike for new cyclists and Diego fans. Removable training wheels offer a nice safety feature as your little boy transitions to his first two-wheeler ride. A strong steel frame provides stability and durability, and the training wheels add confidence as he learns to maneuver the driveway and sidewalks. A rear coaster brake offers a safe way to learn how to stop, while the handlebar pad (featuring Diego, of course) provides stylish protection. A padded seat will ensure a comfortable ride as he cruises the neighborhood.

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Polaris Edge LX160 Kids Bike (16-Inch Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)First, let me say that is is a great bike for your little boy to learn on. My boy is 3 and is an average size for his age, and this bike fits him perfectly.
PROS:
- Has a pad on the top bar (very important for little boys learning to ride)
- Has a full chain guard...not just on the top of the chain
- Has chunky tires that aren't too narrow
- Very easy to assemble out of the box (although the directions aren't for this exact bike)
- Seat looks a bit awkward in the picture, but it is actually a good design and holds your little ones bottom in the correct place
- A nice color red that isn't too flashy, yet stands out enough for others to be able to see your child when riding (not like a black or darker colored bike, which is hard to notice on a street)
CONS:
- Manual & directions aren't for this exact bike (looks like the company has 1 manual & includes it with all of their bikes...and it is for adult bikes)
- My biggest gripe - the fenders shown in the picture are NOT the ones that come with the bike. I have listed a picture of the bike we have showing the difference in the fenders. It is not a huge difference, but the ones that come with it do not wrap around the top of the tire as much as the stock photo shows, which makes them essentially pointless in keeping the tire splash angled downward - and they don't look as "cool" because they don't have the holes in the side giving a "beefier" look. :(
- No reflector for the back of the bike, only front (which isn't a huge deal because I plan on putting a flashing LED, but something worth mentioning).
**UPDATE**
Seems the bike has a few things that were redesigned on it...so my picture was removed. I still don't like the fenders that come on the bike now. But I am happy to report that the bike is still in great shape over 2 years later!!

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An ideal bike for kids still learning to ride, the Polaris Edge LX160 16-inch bike is safe, reliable, and tough. The bike is outfitted with a sturdy "T" frame and 16-inch pneumatic tires that hold up to heavy use. The super-strong training wheels and chain guard, meanwhile, will help your child get up to speed without getting hurt. Other features include a front caliper brake and a rear coaster brake, a fully padded top bar, fenders, and spoke wheels.

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Huffy Boys Pro Thunder 20 - Inch Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)The photo doesn't show it, but the handle bars are spread really wide, which forces your kid to have his arms up and hands spread apart in a not-natural way. This makes it really hard to control the bike. Bad design. I'm going to see if I can buy a normal pair of handle bars because I've had the bike too long to return it. Wish I never bought it.

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Schwinn Scorcher Boys' Bike (16-Inch Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)Before reading this, please understand that we sold our car last summer, so our family uses bikes for every-day commuting, be it to/from work, to/from preschool, or just grocery shopping. Bikes are less "toys" for us, than hard-working transportation that must function well!
We got this for my son for the holidays, just before his 4th Birthday. There were some issues with the manufacturer that delayed shipping, but the seller made herculean (and successful!) efforts to make sure the bikes all arrived by Christmas.
My husband assembled this bike late Christmas Eve in the livingroom. While the manual was less than helpful for this (Schwinn, apparently, makes one general manual that covers all types of bikes, and therefore doesn't feel it necessary to make model-specific manuals -- or assembly instructions!), he was able to get it ready in a reasonable amount of time. Like all bikes, it comes with the tires deflated, so I had to take it to get air in them. (Perhaps this is why one reviewer complained the tires were fat and soft?)
I was immediately impressed with how sturdy the bike is. Strong. It looked cool -- it was also going to withstand anything my son was likely to put it through in the years to come!
The first time my son tried it, we discovered the training wheels were set too low: The rear tire wasn't making enough contact with the ground to give "drive". A two-second adjust, and that was fixed.
The low "rise" in front of the seat makes it easy for little boys to get on. The combination of coaster and hand-brakes gives many options for learning to stop. One unexpected "bonus"? The front pegs actually keep the weight of the bike OFF the body during falls!
We've had the bike for one month now. He's gone from shakily riding to the corner while I strolled slowly next to him, to riding it to school (a 3-mile trip).
PROS:
* Sturdy contstruction
* "real bike" quality
* coaster AND full-caliper brakes
* Reflectors
* Quick-adjust seat
* Front pegs make falls safer (who knew?)
* Bike is tall enough for an adult to "walk" without breaking their back
* Can easily keep up with an adult on a full-sized bike.
CONS:
* My son's hands are not yet LONG enough to use the caliper brakes, because the levers are so far from the handlebars.
* Handlebar structure makes it difficult to mount a basket
* Training wheels are loud. (But, then, all training wheels are loud.)

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A great choice for teaching your youngster to ride a bike, the BMX-style 16-inch Scorcher bike from Schwinn features a grown-up look that's great for showing off around the neighborhood. It's outfitted with hybrid slick tires for a good grip over any surface, front pegs (just like a real BMX bike), a handlebar pad for added protection, and an enclosed chain guard to help prevent snags and dirty pants cuffs. The coaster-style brakes make stopping a breeze for new cyclists, and the Scorcher also includes both front and rear caliper brakes for advanced riders. Other features include training wheels for stability while learning and a comfortably padded BMX-style seat that's easily adjustable. Recommended for ages 3 to 6.

Features:
I-beam low stand-over frame design with unicrown fork
3-inch wide Super Street tire on double-wide rims
Heavy-duty Schwinn training wheels
BMX-style handlebar with 2-bolt alloy stem
Coaster brake, front and rear caliper brakes
1-piece BMX crankset with enclosed chain guard
Measures 7.5 x 36.8 x 18 inches (L x W x H)

About Schwinn Founded in 1895, Schwinn is an American icon that has been synonymous with quality and innovation. They have built some of the best-known and best loved bikes of numerous generations--Aerocycle, Paramount, Phantom, Varsity, Sting-Ray, Krate and Homegrown. Today, Schwinn continues to be a leader in the industry with innovative bikes such as the new Sting-Ray, Rocket mountain bikes, and Fastback road bikes. With a continued dedication to quality, forever synonymous with the Schwinn name, America's most famous bicycle brand looks forward to providing another century of innovation, freedom and performance to people of all ages.

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Polaris Edge LX120 Kids Bike (12-Inch Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)Heavy-duty and safe bike for a first rider. Purchased it for a three year old and he loves it!

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An ideal bike for kids just learning to ride, the Polaris Edge LX120 12-inch bike is safe, reliable, and fun. The bike is outfitted with a sturdy "T" frame and 12-inch pneumatic tires that hold up to heavy use. The super-strong training wheels and chain guard, meanwhile, will help your child get up to speed without getting hurt. Other features include a real coaster brake, a frame pad set, ball bearings, air tires, a fender, and spoke wheels. Note: this bike is not a toy, but a safe and reliable bicycle.

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Spider-Man Bike (16-Inch Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased this bike for my five year old son for his birthday. We were unable to find a Spiderman bike at any of our local stores, so we decided to make an online purchase. The price was very low, and we received free shipping which was great! The bike arrived quickly, even though we had chosen super-shaver shipping. There were some issues with the bike. Once the bike was put together and our son tried to ride it, we realized the front and back wheel were badly warped. So much so, that the rear wheel rubbed against the brake very badly to the point that my son couldn't pedal the bike. We were pretty disappointed to say the least. However we called the warranty number in the booklet that came with the bike. I was told how to submit my request for new wheels by e-mail, and did so. We received the two new wheels within days of my e-mail request and were able to put them on his bike. The new wheels are great, and we are having no more problems with them. I'm not sure if maybe the wheels were damaged during shipping (as the box the bike arrived in looked slightly beat up), or if this was a manufacturer's problem. Anyway, the problem was resolved and the new wheels were free of charge.
One other problem I would mention with this bike, but that isn't a real big deal, was that the front faceplate that fits onto the handle bars fell off. The little plastic zip ties that hold it on, broke immediately. They were very brittle. This isn't a huge problem, as the bike looks fine without the plate. But we will need to purchase some new zip ties to put the plate back on.
I normally would have given this bike a 3 in the review, but decided to give it a 4 because our warranty needs were met immediately, and to our satisfaction.

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Give your child's spidey senses a workout with this 16-inch Spider-Man- themed BMX bike. Built for stability and comfort, the bike boasts such features as a heavy-duty steel frame, rear coaster and hand brakes for sure stopping, pneumatic 16- inch knobby tires for extra traction, a padded seat for maximum comfort, and a fully enclosed chain guard for safety. More significantly, the bike is ideal for bicyclists-in- training thanks to its set of secure training wheels. And your child will love the variety of Spider-Man decals and graphics, which are dispersed throughout the bike. Measuring 40 by 36 by 24 inches (W x H x D), the Spider-Man bike is a must-have for the budding superhero in your family.

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Cars 12-Inch Boys BMX Bike by Huffy Review

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(More customer reviews)My 3 years old son loves it since he is a Cars freak. Nothing special about this bike other than it is blight red and it is a Lightning McQueen. Assembled easy, but the manual is worthless. Shipping box and packing material was not so good so some parts were sticking out of the box, but no damages were found. Weight distribution is excellent and trading wheel is adjustable. Over all this is an excellent safe bike for small children.

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Cars 12" Boys Single Speed, manufactured by Huffy.

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