Trybike 2 in 1 Steel Balance Bike & Tricycle – Vintage Black

The Trybike suits children from about 18 months to 6 years. It starts life as a low three-wheeler that steadies new walkers, then converts to a two-wheel balance bike once your toddler finds their feet. The seat adjusts from 30cm to 45cm and the handlebars raise as they grow, so one bike covers years of riding instead of two or three separate ones. Because it holds a rider up to 35kg, plenty of families pass it down to a younger sibling or resell it afterwards. If you want a first bike that keeps up with a fast-growing kid, this is a buy-once option.

You swap it over with the conversion kit that comes in the box, and it takes only a few minutes with basic tools. In trike mode the two rear wheels sit side by side for stability; to make a balance bike you bring them together into a single back wheel. Most kids are ready for the switch around two, once they can push along confidently and want to go faster. There's no rush, though. Some children move to the balance-bike setup and then ask to go back to three wheels on a tired day, and that's completely fine. The bike bends to your child's pace, not the other way around.

Yes. In trike mode it gives a low, wide, three-wheel base that's hard to tip, so nervous first-timers feel secure straight away. The seat sits low enough for little feet to stay flat on the ground, and there are no pedals in the way to catch a shin. The frame is stainless steel with 12-inch spoked wheels and air-filled tyres that grip footpaths and soak up bumps. A footrest gives them somewhere to plant their feet once they start gliding. Pop a well-fitted helmet on before every ride and stick to paths and driveways away from traffic, and your toddler has a steady start.

For a steel bike that lasts from 18 months to six years, most parents find it earns its keep. You're buying one bike instead of a trike now and a balance bike later, and the steel build handles years of backyard laps and the odd crash into the fence. Assembly takes about half an hour out of the box. A few parents find the first conversion fiddly, mainly because it's a solid frame rather than a flimsy one, so take it slowly and follow the steps. Once it's together, adjusting the seat as your child grows is quick. Spending a bit more on a bike that goes the distance usually beats replacing a cheap one twice.

You can buy it here at ALL 4 KIDS with fast delivery Australia-wide. It comes in seven vintage shades: blue, pink, grey, black, green, red, and a cream edition with a warm brown seat and grips. Colour comes down to taste, since every option is the same bike underneath, so pick the one that suits your little rider or your hallway. If you're stuck, grey and cream go with anything and hide scuffs well, while red and pink tend to win kids over. Add a matching basket or handlebar bag if you want somewhere to stash snacks and treasures. Order today and it'll be on its way quickly.