We adore the Wishbone Bike. After much research and debate, we finally bit the bullet and purchased the Wishbone for our son's Christmas present at the age of 2. Most balance bikes were at least a little too tall for him to be comfortable. The Wishbone had one of the shortest seat heights AND the option for him to ride it as a trike. That meant he was guaranteed to be able to ride it, one way or another, and the fact that it can flip to get even taller meant it had a long life, too.
The packaging was excellent and everything was neat and orderly, yet with minimal packing materials. I loved that the extra parts fit in a nice pouch to save for swapping to the other mode (though since my husband still managed to lose them, I now also know that you can order extra parts from the company!). The bike was easy to put together. It looked fabulous and was very sturdy.
Our 2-year-old loved it from the first on Christmas morning. He mastered riding it in a circuit in the house on three-wheels and eventually could turn corners with amazing speed - never crashing into walls! The bike is super light so that he could maneuver it even off the bike, and it was easy to throw in the back of the van to take to the park (where it gets lots of interest because it is THAT cool!).
When he was 3, our son wanted it to be a "motorcycle," so we transitioned the bike to a 2-wheeler. He mastered that quickly and was soon tearing up the house AND neighborhood on 2 wheels. Being comfortable on 3-wheels definitely helped him master the 2-wheels with confidence.
The bike is QUIET in the house, even on tile floors on which things like a Razor are super loud. The tires are non-marking and hold air well. Despite heavy use for more than 2 years, the wood never cracked or was damaged beyond minor nicks.
The only problems we've had:
- The screws holding the handlebars came loose and eventually the handlebar parts came out, altogether. (We lost a screw so couldn't put it back together.) So my son mastered riding it holding onto the holes for the handlebar, in the stem of the bike. Didn't slow him down at all. ;)
- The bike is great for riding outdoors, but our kids ended up leaving it outside one day. We didn't realize it until quite some time later, after at least a full week of rain. (Our son kept asking where it was, but no one realized it had been outside.) This wouldn't be good for any bike, but is particularly bad for a wooden bike. It's obviously no fault of the manufacturer, though, and a known caution with a bike made of wood. It simply MUST be stored indoors.
Heartbreaking as it is to realize the amazing, much-loved, and expensive bike is now ruined, we will - absolutely - be replacing it. Not only is it our (now) 4-year-old's favorite toy, but it needs to be passed down to his little sister, who will soon be ready for the trike version.
We have recommended the Wishbone highly and everyone we know who has gotten one has loved it, too. I'm convinced it's the best balance bike on the market.
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Product Description
Wishbone is a design studio creating a new generation of classic children's products for you from our studio in Wellington, New Zealand. You can trust us to invent simple things that work well. We deliver awesome play value using fewer, better materials.
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We focus on joy, creativity and independence for children. We create multi-functional and size adjustable products to grow with your child while helping them develop life skills, independence and imagination. |
We're creating a new generation of classic children's designs. You can trust us to invent simple things that work well. We deliver awesome play value using fewer, better materials. And just so we're clear, we're not trying to sell you anything. You should purchase only what you need and love. Nothing more. |
Wishbone’s goal is to bring back the joy of a simpler, more connected life. Our transformational designs aim to change the way we think, move and play, creating a deeper connection between humans, the environment and the stuff we own. Maybe you’ll buy less because your Wishbone is great. Make repairs or dive into a refurb then re-gift. Maybe you’ll slow down, take time, get outdoors. |
Wishbone Bike Original 3-in-1
The ultimate pre-bike. Learn to walk, ride and balance, all-in-one. Ideal for 12 months to 5 years, Wishbone Bike is the original learn to ride system for babies and preschoolers.
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TrikeLearn to walk from 12 months. |
Low-riderBalancing is easy, no pedals, no stress. |
Hi-riderFlip the frame up to age 5. |
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| Price | $229.99 | — | $179.99 | $149.99 | $450.00 | — |
| Age | 12 months- 5 years | 12 months- 6 years | 12 months - 5 years | 9 months + | 1-10 years | 2 years+ |
| Modes | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Repairable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Colour range | 3 colours available | 3 colours available | 2 colours available | 8 colours available | Red | Black/Wood |
| Recycled Edition | 66% PCR no.5 from recycled bottles and carpet | PCR Recycled Nylon and no.5 polypropylene | ||||
| Accessories | Grips, Seatcovers, Cargo bin, Nameplate, Bell, Stickers, Bike Bag | Grips, Seatcovers, Cargo bin, Nameplate, Bell, Stickers, Bike Bag | Race-base | Grips, Seatcovers, , Nameplate, Bell, Bike Bag |
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Beautifully, sturdy, wonderful for “between” age children
This bike is wonderful and unlike anything else I have found. My almost 3 year old son had a little steel push trike that he outgrew and I couldn’t find anything I liked to replace it. All the scoot toys were too little and plastic and he loved going fast but isn’t quite ready for a balance bike. This is the ONLY large sturdy scoot toy I could find that lets him ride without hindrance. And we still have growing room in it. He still has some room to raise the seat and the frame is still low. He loves that he can keep up with his older sisters and their friends.
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Beautifully, sturdy, wonderful for “between” age children
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2019
This bike is wonderful and unlike anything else I have found. My almost 3 year old son had a little steel push trike that he outgrew and I couldn’t find anything I liked to replace it. All the scoot toys were too little and plastic and he loved going fast but isn’t quite ready for a balance bike. This is the ONLY large sturdy scoot toy I could find that lets him ride without hindrance. And we still have growing room in it. He still has some room to raise the seat and the frame is still low. He loves that he can keep up with his older sisters and their friends.
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2017
Best purchase EVER! My son absolutely loves this bike. He just turned two and has it in the trike mode. He's 99% height and it works great for him with the seat in a medium height position. He goes off roading, on paths, up rocky terrain--he does it all on this bike. The quality and design are impeccable and the assembly was easy. Don't hesitate--worth every penny!
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