What type of material is used to build the Strider™?
The majority of the Strider frame is made from durable, light gauge steel tubing. The wheels are made from heavy plastic, and the tires from an EVA Polymer. Together this combination allows the Strider to weigh in at less than 7 pounds, a weight that can be controlled by riders as young as one or two years old. We realize that the Strider is not a cheap “toy”, as it is just under $100. But the Strider is built with quality and longevity in mind, so it should last for several years and serve several growing children. [Back To Top] • Why doesn’t the Strider have a steering limiter, which prevents the handlebar from turning freely? We believe that steering limiters prevent children from learning how to control turning and steering on their own and mistakenly allows the child to rely on a stop or limiter. A steering limiter is a hindrance to a child’s development and learning how to control a bicycle. Additionally, in the event of a fall or crash, a steering limiter prevents the handlebars
