Bicycle Gear Ratio, Gear Inches, and Gain Ratio: What They Mean
Bicycle gearing is important. This is especially true for young riders with small legs. But there are a variety of ways to look at gearing and they all have different...
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Kid's Bike Brakes: 9 Reasons a Kid's Bike Should Have Hand Brakes
There are two types of brakes that are common on kids' bikes: coaster brakes (aka "pedal brakes") and hands brakes (often rim brakes). We've spent a lot of time testing...
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How to Get the Best Bike for your Toddler and Get Them Riding Young
Toddlers can get on bikes younger than ever. Learn when to get your toddler a bike, how to picked the best toddler bike, and how to transition them to pedals...
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Introducing the Prevelo Factory Trade-Up Club
At Prevelo we are advocates of keeping kids on the right size bike. And when Prevelo riders grow, Prevelo wants to grow with them. So starting today when you purchase...
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Proper Bike Helmet Adjustment and Fit
CAUTION: Always read and follow the owners manual provided by your helmet supplier. Follow the sizing guide provided by the manufacturer to ensure correct helmet size. This guide covers the...
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How Bike Sizes Work & How to Find the Right Size for a Kid's Bike
One of the most common questions for parents searching for a bike for the kids is "how do I make sure I get the right size bike for my kid?"...
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Summer of '73
Another episode from our very own Brad Hughes from his over 40 year career in bicycles. Summer of '73 - Working at the Factory It was summertime in Chicago and...
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Kid's Bike Parts: The Anatomy of a Kid's Bike
Can you name the different parts of a kid's bike? Learn the lingo and help your kid learn the names of the different parts of a bike.
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How a Lifelong Career Started with a Kid Getting his Dream Bike
I have dedicated my life to bicycles. I’ve worked in the bicycle industry for over 4 decades. As Director of Product Development for some of the World’s largest bike brands,...
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Kids Bike Geometry – A New Era
A better kids’ bike geometry – confidence inspiring lowered geometry (LG), lowered seat height (LSH) and perfect sizing (PS). For over 40 years I have been designing and developing bikes,...
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Why Kids are Better Off Without Training Wheels: My 4 Point List
If you’ve taken a gander at the Prevelo product line you might notice something missing: training wheels. A few people have asked why no Prevelo bikes have training wheels. Here’s...
