Banwood

Shop the full Banwood range at Nestoro: balance bikes, scooters, trikes, classic bicycles, helmets, and accessories for children from age 2. Free UK delivery on orders over £39.99.

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Why choose Banwood for early riders?

When a child moves from first pushes to independent riding, the products they use across those years matter as much as the milestones themselves. Banwood makes balance bikes, scooters, trikes, and bicycles for children from age 2, each sized to fit the stage of development it is designed for and made with materials that outlast a single rider.
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Balance bike or scooter: which should I choose?

Both develop confidence and coordination, but they build different skills. A balance bike removes pedals so children focus entirely on steering and balance, pushing with their feet and eventually gliding. Children who learn on a balance bike typically transition to a pedal bike faster than those who use stabilisers. A scooter develops coordination through the push-glide rhythm and introduces steering through weight-shift or handlebar control. Many families use both: a balance bike from around 2.5 years, and a scooter alongside or after as a different kind of outdoor movement.

Age guide for the Banwood range

  • Balance bikes: age 2.5 to 5, seat height 40 to 50cm, weight 4.5kg
  • Vintage 3-Wheel Scooter and Eco Scooter: age 3+, T-bar adjusts from 70 to 80cm, maximum rider weight 50kg
  • Trike: age 3 to 6, handlebar adjusts from 45 to 50.5cm
  • Classic Bicycle: age 4 to 7, saddle adjusts from 46 to 57cm
  • Maxi Scooter: age 6+, T-bar adjusts from 74.5 to 84.5cm, maximum rider weight 100kg
  • Skateboard: age 3+, 8-ply Canadian maple deck, 51.9 x 17cm

Matching helmets from the Classic and Eco ranges fit head circumferences of 50 to 54cm, suitable from age 3. Protective gear (knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards as a set) is sold separately and works with all Banwood rides.

Frequently asked questions about Banwood

What age is Banwood suitable for?

Banwood balance bikes suit children aged 2.5 to 5, with a seat height range of 40 to 50cm. Three-wheel scooters, including the Vintage and Eco ranges, start from age 3. The Classic Bicycle is designed for children aged 4 to 7. The Maxi Scooter is for riders aged 6 and above, with a maximum user weight of 100kg. As a guide: fit a balance bike when your child can place their feet flat on the ground with a slight knee bend at the lowest seat setting.
What is the difference between a Banwood balance bike and a scooter?

A balance bike develops core balance and prepares children for pedal riding by removing pedals entirely. Children push with their feet, steer, and eventually glide, building the balance needed for pedal bikes. A scooter develops coordination through the push-glide cycle, with steering either by handlebar or, on three-wheel models, by shifting bodyweight. Banwood balance bikes weigh 4.5kg and suit children from 2.5 years. Banwood three-wheel scooters weigh 2.5 to 2.8kg and suit children from 3 years. Both are commonly used alongside each other at different stages.
What is Banwood's Easy Ride Steering System?

Banwood's Easy Ride Steering System is fitted to the Vintage 3-Wheel Scooter and Eco Scooter. It allows children to steer by shifting their bodyweight left or right rather than physically turning the handlebar. The deck tilts with the child's weight, which makes turning intuitive for young riders who are still developing hand-eye coordination. The system is specific to the three-wheel scooters. The Maxi Scooter uses standard two-wheel handlebar steering.
Do Banwood products require assembly?

Banwood balance bikes arrive largely pre-assembled. Before the first ride, the saddle height and handlebar position need to be set using the tools included in the box. Scooters arrive with the T-bar to insert and tighten and the basket detached. The Classic Bicycle requires the saddle, handlebars, and training wheels to be fitted. Full step-by-step assembly instructions are included with every product.
Can Banwood products be used both indoors and outdoors?

Banwood balance bikes, scooters, and trikes are designed for smooth outdoor surfaces such as pavements and paths. They can also be used indoors on smooth hard floors. Rubber tyres on bikes and trikes and PU composite wheels on scooters suit both surfaces without marking. The Eco Scooter and Vintage 3-Wheel Scooter weigh under 3kg, making them easy to carry between spaces. All products are designed to be stored indoors when not in use.