Balance bikes teach a child to balance, steer, and stop without adding in the complication of pedaling. When a child first learns to ride a bike using training wheels they learn to depend on them rather than learning the necessary fundamentals needed to ride a pedal bike.
Balance Bike
Guardian Balance Bike
4.7 (Based on 137 Reviews)
Age: 1.5 - 4 yearsHeight: 33 - 40 inches
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SureStop® Brake System
Easy 3 Minute Setup
Legendary Customer Support
Easy to Learn
Benefits of the Guardian Balance Bike
Teaches the Fundamentals First Learn more about Teaches the Fundamentals First
Award Winning SureStop Brake System Learn more about Award Winning SureStop Brake System
As the first patented innovation in safer braking, even the youngest riders can stop with confidence.
Super Lightweight Learn more about Super Lightweight
When a young rider is learning to ride a bike the lighter the better. The Guardian Balance Bike is just 8.5lbs which makes it much easier for toddlers balance and control.
Builds Confidence at a Younger Age Learn more about Builds Confidence at a Younger Age
Because balance bikes are lightweight and easier to control, toddlers, as young as 18 months are able to begin their bike riding journey much earlier than one on a bike with training wheels.
Simpler Transition to Pedal Bike Learn more about Simpler Transition to Pedal Bike
A child who has mastered balancing, steering, and stopping (the most difficult skills) on a balance bike will transition much faster and easier to a pedal bike than one who has been depending on training wheels for riding.
Assembled in the US Learn more about Assembled in the US
This is the first balance bike to be assembled in the U.S. and is the first stage of our U.S. production. Want to know more about Guardian’s move to bring bike production back to the United States? Learn more here.
We Make It Easy on the Parents Too
Fast and Free Shipping
Shipping is free, and in-stock orders leave our warehouse within 1 business day.
365 Smooth Ride Guarantee
We want to make sure the bike is perfect for your family, so we give you a FULL YEAR to test it out.
Quick and Easy Setup
Get the bike from box to pavement in 10 minutes. So easy a busy parent can do it with ease.
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Disappointed ordering in Australia for delivery in Arizona US
Bike arrived however I thought I had purchased a bike where training wheels and pedals could be attached. I think there was a fault in the ordering system
Guardian Bikes
Sadly, the only bike that does not have the option to add pedals or training wheels is the balance bike. If you'd like to give us a call, we can help you get set up with another size if you'd like!
Bike for 2 yr old
Bike is fine. Quick arrival and Easy to assemble, except the bell didn’t attach well and the foam stickies for it fell off immediately. Extras would have been helpful. They sent the wrong model bike helmet and it’s been a frustrating experience to return. Still not resolved. Overall, the customer experience felt a bit disappointing and overhyped.
Guardian Bikes
Hi Annie, Guardian Bikes here! I am so sorry to hear about the negative experience you've been having with us thus far. This is definitely not the experience we want our customers to have! We'd be happy to send out replacement shims to get your bell installed and assist with the return/exchange for your helmet. If you'd like to contact us at info@guardianbikes.com our support team would love to help! Thanks, Amber
Brakes Failed
This bike is exceptional. However, the breaks had pieces snap and make them inoperable after just 2 or so years of ownership. Then I had to pay for new ones. Not to mention, my child was riding and I only noticed breaks stopped working when he was using his feet to stop. Super dangerous. Shouldn’t happen on a bike this expensive, but everything else is perfect.
Guardian Bikes
Hi, Thank you for the feedback. I am happy to hear you got the replacement part and your bike is working great. Please reach out with any questions. We are here for you. Cheers, Sam @ Guardian Bikes
Like it, but not for everyone
We got this for my 2.5 year old and should have skipped the balance bike phase. She’s already ridden trikes at friends’ houses, and we can’t get her to adjust to no pedals. It’s great in theory, but maybe if she was 18 months it would have worked. Quality bike and very cute, but maybe for younger kids…
Guardian Bikes
Hi, Thank you for letting us know. Please send us an email at info@guardianbikes.com. We offer 1 year size exchanges if needed. We are happy to exchange your bike for a larger size with pedals. :) Best, Sam @ Guardian Bikes
Cute but…
We ordered the mint coloured balance bike for our 2 year old granddaughter. The bike is so cute, but the front wheel appears to be a bit bent (it doesn’t align properly) and the handlebars were slightly off as well. We adjusted them as best we could, but it’s either not the best quality build or there was an issue when it was shipped. Either way, the balance bike came in at the high end price point in this category and I can’t say it provides the best value or quality for the price.
Guardian Bikes
Hi Lisa, Guardian Bikes here. I am sorry to hear about your experience with us thus far. This is certainly not the experience we want our customers to have as every bike should arrive in perfect condition. We'd love the opportunity to make this right and turn this negative experience into a more positive one. If you'd like to contact us at Info@GuardianBikes.com we'd be happy to help. Best, Amber