The Strider™ was designed to be educational and to be effective at speeding the transition to pedal bikes and dirt
bikes, but, above all, it was designed to be FUN! That means maintenance has to be minimal, and every aspect of
the design must complement the fun factor for the young operator. Puncture-proof, foam tires mean no flats, no
inflation problems, and no delays from "hitting the road". Adjustable seat and handlebars make the 2 year old as
comfortable as the 4 year old. Light weight allows even the smallest rider the opportunity to ride. Ball bearings keep the wheels
rolling; and simple, lightweight plastic bushings protect the steering headtube. The Strider™ is the perfect design: simple,
virtually maintenance free, and fun, fun, fun! With just a little care, the Strider™ will serve several small riders in their quest
for freedom on their own two-wheeler. The optional foot brake improves safety, but above all it allows the rider to leave that
tremendously important skidmark on the sidewalk or in the dirt.
Our first test rider, after riding a Strider™ prototype for only 6 months, was independently riding a pedal bike
without training wheels at 3 years old and a mini-dirtbike without training wheels at 3 years old. Still, for
pure, simple fun, he continually reverts to and spends much of his outdoor playtime on his Strider™.
