Frog Tadpole Mini Balance Bike 2021 - Kids Balance Bike
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Product Description
Get them started with cycling as early as possible with the Frog Tadpole Mini balance bike. Ideal for younger kids the Tadpole Mini will help them to learn essential cycling skills before they step up to a larger bike.
Key Features:
- Lightweight, sturdy aluminium alloy frame
- Tektro rear brake with small easy to reach brake lever
- Safety steering lock
- Top mounted brake arms avoids feet catching
- Quick release seat post for easy height adjustment
- Free 5 year warranty on frame and forks
- Reflectors and bell included
- Colours: Pink, Red, Green
The Tadpole Mini is a great first bike which helps the child to achieve the necessary balance to cycle. The Tadpole Mini is suitable for children aged 1 and 2 with a minimum inside leg of 24cm.
All Tredz bikes are:
- Fully built & ready to ride
- Fully checked & tested by Cytech qualified mechanics
- Available with 0% APR finance on baskets over £99
- 365 day no hassle returns
- Free delivery in the UK Mainland on a date that suits you
In the box with every Tredz bike is:
- Free Tredz 9 key trail tool
- Tredz drawstring kit bag
- 16 point quality control check sheet
- Basic bike setup instructions
- Free Cycle Plan insurance voucher (8 weeks)
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
Specification
| Frame: | 6061 T6 heat treated Aluminium alloy, seat tube 90mm (3.5") |
| Fork: | 6061 T6 heat treated Aluminium alloy |
| Headset: | Neco, 1"1/8, threadless headset, safety steering stop. Aluminium Frog Bikes top cap |
| Stem: | Aluminium, 1"1/8, 38mm, 4 bolt clamp |
| Bars: | Aluminium, straight, 360mm |
| Rear Brake: | Tektro J310, Aluminium, mini linear brake |
| Brake Lever: | Tektro JL352-RS, Aluminium, easy reach brake lever |
| Speed: | 1 |
| Rims: | Aluminium, 10x1.5, single wall |
| Front Hub: | Quando, Aluminium, 16 hole, sealed hub with 5mm Allen bolt internal fixing. |
| Rear Hub: | Quando, Aluminium, 16 hole, sealed hub with 5mm Allen bolt internal fixing. |
| Front Tyre: | Kenda K909A, 10x2.0, hybrid, (ETRTO/ISO 54-152) |
| Rear Tyre: | Kenda K909A, 10x2.0, hybrid, (ETRTO/ISO 54-152) |
| Seat Post: | Aluminium, micro adjust, 27.2mm |
| Pedals: | None |
| Weight: | 3.46kg (7.6lbs) |
Frog Bikes Sizing
Frog bikes Size Chart
See the table below to find the right size Frog bike for your child.
|
Model |
Average inside leg |
Approx. age |
Wheel Size |
Frame Size |
|
Tadpole Mini |
24cm (9") |
1-2 |
10" |
- |
|
Tadpole |
31cm (12") |
2-3 |
12" |
- |
|
Tadpole Plus |
38cm (15") |
3-4 |
14" |
- |
|
Frog 40 |
40cm (16") |
3-4 |
14" |
9" |
|
Frog 44 |
44cm (19") |
4-5 |
16" |
9.5" |
|
Frog 47 |
47cm (19") |
4-5 |
18" |
9.5" |
|
Frog 52 |
52cm (20") |
5-6 |
20" |
10" |
|
Frog 53 |
53cm (20") |
5-7 |
20" |
11" |
|
Frog 55 |
55cm (22") |
6-7 |
20" |
11" |
|
Frog 62 |
62cm (24") |
8-10 |
24" |
12" |
|
Frog 69 |
69cm (27") |
10-12 |
26" |
14" |
|
Frog 73 |
73cm (29") |
12-14 |
26" |
16" |
|
Frog 78 |
78cm (31") |
13+ |
26" |
18" |
|
Frog Road/Track 58 |
58cm (23") |
6-7 |
20" |
11" |
|
Frog Road/Track 67 |
67cm (26") |
8-12 |
24" |
14" |
|
Frog Road/Track 70 |
70cm (27") |
11-14 |
26" |
17" |
|
Frog MTB 62 |
62cm (24") |
8-10 |
24" |
12.5" |
|
Frog MTB 69 |
69cm (27") |
10-12 |
26" |
15" |
|
Frog MTB 72 |
72cm (28") |
13+ |
26" |
16" |
Read our kids and junior bike size guide for more information on sizing.
Please note, all size information is provided as a guide - if you're unsure or need any further assistance you can call us on 01792 799508 ... we're happy to help!
Please note, all size information is provided as a guide - if you're unsure or need any further assistance you can call us on 01792 799508 ... we're happy to help!
Balance Bike Guide
Balance Bike Guide
Balance bikes are the simplest type of bike and are the best way to for children to learn how to ride. With no pedals or stabilizers, balance bikes give children the chance to develop balancing skills in their own time.
Children sit on the saddle of a balance bike and steer while they walk or run the bike along. Stopping is a simple matter of putting their feet down. Once they get the hang of it, kids can just pull their legs up and cruise along. Finding balance is the foundation to cycling and is best learned early.
What to look for in a balance bike
Frame
Most balance bike frames and forks are made from aluminium alloy which is lightweight and strong. Steel frames and forks are a lot heavier. The weight of a balance bike matters just as much as an adult bike as a heavier bike will be more difficult to ride.
Some early balance bikes had wooden or plastic frames, but these are less common now. While heavier than alloy these frames are more adjustable, making it easier for the bike can grow with the rider.
Wheels & Tyres
Most balance bikes come with 12” wheels, which are ideal for kids about 2-4 years old. Some come with even smaller 10” wheels, allowing for children as young as 1 year old to begin their cycling journey. Larger 14” wheels give kids as old as 6 years a chance to find their balance before moving up to a bike with pedals and a drivetrain.
Tyres provide bump absorption on a balance bike and come either as normal inflated tyres with tubes or with foam inserts. Inflated tyres offer greater cushioning, while foam inserts allow greater peace of mind from ride-stopping punctures.
Footrests
Some balance bikes come with footrests to place little feet on when not running the bike along. This gives children the opportunity to rest their feet once they get the hang of balancing. A step up towards pedals footrests allow the child to coast along on two wheels in a similar way to a pedal bike.
Brakes
Balance bikes are generally focused entirely on getting those essential balance skills developed. Many don’t come with brakes, as it’s easy enough to control the speed by putting feet down, however some balance bikes add in the extra safety factor and learning curve of a brake. These are useful when a child is more confident coasting along with their feet on the footrests.
Adjustability
Balance bikes need to grow with the child so that their feet touch the floor when they’re sitting on the saddle. Most balance bikes have an easily adjusted seatpost that allows for this growth. Some balance bikes are supplied with an additional, longer seatpost that allows for more growth.
Some balance bikes have adjustable frames that can be adjusted to offer the best fit as your child grows.
Saddle
Because children must stay seated saddles on balance bikes can make the difference between a happy cycling experience and an uncomfortable one. The shape of the saddle can also play a large part, as it’s often the place where kids rest their whole weight, so a concave shape will help hold them in place. Some saddles come with little handles on the back. These help both kids and parents to carry the bike around, and also assist in keeping balance when teaching kids.
Finance
Delivery & Guarantee
UK Delivery Information
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Returns & Warranty
It's easy to return a product with our 365 day, hassle free returns.
We will give you a full refund on any item that is returned to us unused/unfitted, in a resaleable condition and in its original packaging (where possible).
Please note: For hygiene reasons, we cannot accept returns of facemasks, undershorts or underwear if the item has been removed/unsealed from its original packaging.
If your item develops a fault or arrives damaged, please contact us first so we can resolve the issue for you as quickly as possible.
For more information please visit our Returns & Warranty page.
What's In The Box
What's In The Box
As cyclists ourselves, we know you will be keen to get out on your new bike as soon as possible. That's why we provide you with all the essential kit you need to get your shiny new bike rolling for the first time.
Most bikes don't come with pedals as standard so we include a set of basic pedals, free of charge with every bike we send out. We will also provide you with a pedal spanner to fit them and a 9-key trail tool, along with full instructions for setting your bike up out of the box. Each bike is sent out with a 16 point, quality control check sheet so you can be confident that your bike has been fully checked by our qualified mechanics.
- Basic setup instructions
- 16 point quality control checklist
- Free tredz multitool
- Free tred pedal spanner
- Free basic pedals
- Free drawstring kit bag
- Free bike insurance voucher
All these items are provided at no extra charge and are packed into a Tredz drawstring bag that doubles up as a handy backpack for carrying your ride essentials.
- Basic bike setup instructions
- Free ‘basic’ pedals
- Free Tredz pedal spanner
- Free Tredz 9-key trail tool
- Free Tredz drawstring bag
- Free 14 Days insurance voucher
- 16 point, quality control check sheet
Tredz Service:
- Tredz bikes are fully checked & tested by Cytech qualified mechanics
- 0% APR finance available on any basket over £99
- 365 day 'no hassle' returns
- Free UK delivery, on a date that suits you
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