Great finished product and setup was amazing as well. Really have enjoyed the compliments as it sits in my garage until grandkids arrive.

This felt like an indulgent purchase, but has been a hugely beneficial one. My son loves riding his bike every day, has figured out how to use the brake while not simultaneously trying to learn how to pedal (has no issues reaching the lever or applying the pressure needed to slow instead of just on/off) and gotten comfortable keeping his feet on the “stompers” for increased balance. He stays upright and safe gaining speeds that scare me and would have certainly ended in crashes on his brake less pedal bike. the tow rope works better than expected, and very nicely when walking - I pull him up hills and save my back, and also tow on my bike. All over a fantastic group of products - well done!

Well worth the money. Our 3 year old daughter pushes her riding even harder now that she has brakes. She has tiny hands and now hat she is used to how use them, will use only 1-2 fingers to stop with easy. So it is also teaching her good form as she is always covering her brakes but still has handlebar control. Lever is also adjustable to hand size/ finger length. It takes minimal lever pull to create good stopping power.

Wow - what a great bike. We've loved all Kids Ride Shotgun products since we first invested in the original seat which has been well used by both our boys. Our youngest shredder has just got his hands (feet?) on the new 14" Dirt Hero. He absolutely loves it and it only arrived today. You can already tell the difference compared to other balance bikes - more sturdy, better quality, great chunky wheels. A well-thought-out product and worth every penny. He's delighted and therefore we are delighted too.

Out the box, the quality is outstanding. You can tell this was carefully designed by passionate MTB riders who are also (probably) parents as well. Everything from the seat height (for smaller 2 year olds) to through-axle hubs...you can't ask for more.

The paint is great and looks like it can hold up to toddlers thrashing it around. The three color skins for decal application is a nice touch. That alone was enough to convince me to buy a second one for my 3 year old (14" wheel kit). Can't fight over the same bike if its all the same!

Packaging was immaculate. Since the wheelset was separate from the frame, it arrived in two boxes; both small enough and light enough for my kiddos to pick up and bring inside the house to unpack. They felt pretty empowered helping with assembly, which took less than 20 mins. Immediate success. My daughter took off and really enjoyed the bike. It's super light for a balance bike and the geometry is "too cool for school" compared to the countless other brands of balance bikes.

Quality product coming from the depths of Middle-earth...I mean, New Zealand. Thanks for keeping my kids off screens and outside where kids can be kids!