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How to Buy a Big Wheel for a Child

The memories of the days of whipping around your sidewalks and loving the feel of the pedals, racing the neighbor or you dad down the street on you Big Wheel three wheeler should be in every child's memory and with a few tips it could be. The Big Wheel is a toy that should be a part of growing up, but it has changed and as has our realization of the precautions we need to take before putting our little ones on anything with wheels.

Instructions

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  Shop around. The Big Wheel ride on toy of the past has undergone some serious changes. The original was unavailable for a time and was lost to the ride on cars with batteries. But it is back to compete with several other Big Wheel bike types and other tricycles that come in different makes and models so be sure to compare before buying.
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  Read and follow the age and weight guidelines as you would any other toy. They are there for a reason and as much as we all think that are child is advanced for their age, the safety reasons outweigh the ego on this one.
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  Try the bike on for size. Visit a store with the model you are interested in or let the child try the neighbor's model. Little legs find it frustrating if they don't reach the pedals but the newer models will have an adjustable seat which will be great for growing room.
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  Buy the safety gear if it is recommended for your model. A bike is a bike and even if it is lower to the ground than most trikes, a fall from a short distance can still cause harm, add movement and the injury risk grows. So a helmet is a smart choice.
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  Choose the color wisely. Big Wheels are sturdy toys and often will outlast a child--hand me downs are great! So if you're buying the Big Wheel in hopes of sharing or of inheritance to a younger child, neutral colors and decals are wise.
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  Buy the assembly if you are pressed for time or not mechanically inclined. The Big Wheel comes unassembled and like most bikes can be frustrating to put together.

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