Strider Bikes

This Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness month, we're celebrating what CAN be done. Through our Adaptive Program in partnership with RAM Mounts, we support the young riders with limb differences who show up, adapt, and send it. Their path may look different, but their courage looks the same, and their resilience is always something to celebrate. https://bit.ly/4t7Biyj

Our 12 Comp balance bike is HERE! With a new composite frame and the same adjustable seat, toddler-sized handlebars, and standing footrest that you know and love, it's the perfect combination of living room practice and outdoor play. https://lnkd.in/gbKNU8G3

Strider was recently featured in a blog by Pregnant Chicken as the best overall balance bike! "Training wheels let kids pedal without learning balance, which means they still crash when you remove them," says author Amy Morrison. "Balance bikes flip that script and kids master balance while having fun, making pedal bikes feel natural." Amy also compares items like steel vs. aluminum frames and foam vs. air tires, helping parents make informed decisions when purchasing a balance bike for their toddler! Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/4doRWp2

Our Founder/CEO Ryan McFarland recently chatted with Livability to share his journey as an innovator and entrepreneur in Rapid City, South Dakota. “There is a real spirit here of enjoying the outdoors and being active, and that has provided us with some great employees and customers," he says. Read more about how Strider Bikes started and the global success of a small-town business here: https://bit.ly/41sQKtm

We had the exciting opportunity to chat with National Bike Dealers Association to discuss our role in learning to ride, and how we support bike dealers in the youth cycling sector. Jennifer and Kent have both worked with us for over a decade and shared a wealth of knowledge in Strider's work to develop the next generation of cyclists. Click the link to hear their insights! 👇

Since day one, our goal has been simple — get more children on bikes worldwide. Balance bikes make learning to ride easy AND fun, giving kids the opportunity to develop their balance and strength before adding pedals. Then, there's no struggle and no stress when they're ready to pedal away, and they'll have lasting confidence and passion for spending time outdoors. Excellent Family Adventures recently posted their review of Strider Bikes after purchasing two for their daughter and son. Seeing their son take his skills from the rocking bike to the sidewalk, and their daughter now conquering the local pump track, Steve wrote that "what has resulted is nothing short of revolutionary, adding years of bike riding to a childhood and some early core memories on a bike." Read their full review here: https://bit.ly/4rr8wru

Character isn't built through a screen. Coordination. Confidence. Curiosity. Community. When kids learn to ride, they're not just balancing a bike. They're developing traits that will stick with them for life.

At Strider, we're committed to getting as many people on bikes and outside as possible. In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness month, we're featuring our 20x bike. It’s just like our smaller balance bikes, but with larger, highly adjustable components to accommodate older riders with disabilities as they begin their learn-to-ride journey. The 20x breaks down the overwhelming task of learning how to ride a bike into a safe and natural progression. Designed with a low stand-over-height, this bike provides a low center of gravity, so it’s ultra-stable while riders focus on learning balance first. Bikes promote physical activity, provide a mode of transportation, and empower riders to navigate their communities and gain new levels of independence. Learning to ride a bike builds confidence and fosters social interaction, helping young adults with developmental disabilities achieve their goals and expand their horizons. With our 20x bike, we make sure that we don’t leave anyone out of the riding community. https://lnkd.in/gPM7c-eb

We're honored to announce that Strider has been named the Official Balance Bike of Progressive American Flat Track! For 19 years, our simple, lightweight design has included performance features that help little ones start their riding journey and build the confidence they need to harness elite skills. Trusted by Progressive AFT racers to teach their own children, Strider has helped over 10 million kids in 75+ countries learn how to ride. "I'm a big fan of American Flat Track and these amazing racers," said Strider Bikes Founder and CEO Ryan McFarland. "Strider and AFT have been collaborating on small activations for several years. I'm really excited to finally put together a big collaboration with the series and be a part of the full 2026 season! More kids on bikes today, means more racers and race fans in the future!" As the Official Balance Bike of the Progressive AFT Season, fans can find Strider Bikes at races throughout the 2026. You'll see balance bike races, displays, and more! Progressive AFT 2026 season begins with the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6. We can't wait to see you there! American Flat Track AMA Pro Racing

Skip the training wheels. 🚲 Rock. Stride. Ride. Strider bikes are built for how kids actually learn: balance first, confidence always. It's fun for them and easy for you. #StrideOn