What a time to be riding with kids there are some fantastic childrens bikes out there! But not everything that glitters is gold. Our Quick Guides to kids bikes give you a fast, no-nonsense overview of which kids bike is the best for your kid.Were building this Kids section from the ground up just for you! What are you most curious about? Which bikes, gadgets or pieces of gear should we absolutely put to the test?Tell us in the Kids Bikes Survey!ContentsBuying Kids and Balance Bikes: What Really Matters!How To Find the Right Size Kids BikeHow to measure inseam lengthCheck out our Quick Guides HereIn our view, high-quality kids bikes arent luxury items, theyre tools for more fun, more safety, and less stress. Theyre easier to ride, easier to repair, and easier to pass on. And thats something both kids and parents can get excited about.Whether youre looking at kids bikes or balance bikes here are a few general tips to consider before diving into the group tests.Buying Kids and Balance Bikes: What Really Matters!Child-friendly ergonomics: The grips shouldnt be too thick, and the brake levers must be adjustable and easy to use with small hands.Low weight: The lighter, the better unless its a true mini bike built for the bike park.The right size: Even the best bike is no fun if it doesnt fit.There are big differences when it comes to grips and brake levers: Thin grips are especially important for small hands. Brake levers should ideally be adjustable to sit parallel to the grip.How To Find the Right Size Kids BikeAge and height recommendations merely serve as rough guidelines. The most important factor is your childs inseam length, which has to match the bike.If the saddle is still too high in its lowest position, your child wont be able to pedal properly. On the other hand, if the seatpost is too short, theyll soon be riding with their knees up to their chin and thats no fun either.Our tip: Look out for the recommended inseam length listed for each bike in our tests. If it says something like 2633 cm, your childs inseam should fall somewhere within that range.How to measure inseam lengthHave your child stand up straight, place a DOWNTOWN magazine horizontally between their legs at the top, and measure from the top edge of the magazine down to the floor with shoes on! If theres no DOWNTOWN magazine at hand (unthinkable, we know!), any regular book will likely do the job too.Check out our Quick Guides HereFull Reviews: Quick Guide Balance Bikes 10 Balance Bikes on TestFull Reviews: Quick Guide Kids Bikes up to 16 (approx. 25 Years) 8 Kids Bikes on TestWhich tests should we do next? Let us know in the Kids Bikes Survey!Der Beitrag Which Kids Bike is the Best? Our Quick Guide to Kids Bikes and Balance Bikes erschien zuerst auf GRAN FONDO Cycling Magazine.