How Do You Size A Bicycle For Kids?
When you size a bicycle for an adult, you generally consider the size of frame, as most adult bikes come with a standard tire size. While frame sizes do vary on kid’s bikes, you should focus on the diameter of the wheel. When people refer to a 12-, 16-, 18-, 20-or 24-inch kid’s bike, they are referring to the size of the wheel. While general guidelines exist to help determine the appropriate size for your child, you must consider other points when sizing a bike for your kid. Assess the average guidelines regarding the size bike that fits children of different ages. As Brian Fiske notes in Bicycling Magazine, generally, 3-to-4-year olds ride 12-inch bikes. Typically, a 16-inch bike fits 4-to-7-year-olds, a 20-inch bike works for 6-to-9-year-olds and a 24-inch machine does the trick for 9-to-13-year-olds. Once your kid hits 13, odds are they are ready for an adult-size frame. Take your child to a bike shop. Put them on the bike they “should” ride based on their age. Put them on the large
