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Glide Bike inventor Ed Mondello set out to create a balanced bike for his daughter when he wanted to teach her how to ride. “I was convinced that the weight of the steel frame was hindering her ability to control the bike and that the training wheels were delaying the learning process by preventing the feel of balancing. I knew there had to be a better way.” And so the Glide Bike was created.
Glide Bikes do not have peddles or training wheels. They are balanced bikes or training bikes that help kids learn to safely balance and steer a bike. With Glide Bikes, kids learn to balance first, with no pedals or training wheels to get in the way. Children start by sitting and walking the bike with their feet. Then, when they are ready, they can “glide” by lifting their feet off the ground and placing them on the pegs.
I received the Mini Glide Bike for my three-year-old to try. The Mini is designed for kids 2-5 years old and up to 100 pounds. The Glide Bike has foot pegs for gliding so the kids can put their feet up to help them glide, and an adjustable handlebar helps the bike grow with your child. Plus, it ensures your child gets the right fit. There is also a hand brake. I can’t believe how lightweight it is either, only 8 pounds. This is nice, considering how often I have had to pull him out from under it. The lightweight frame will also be useful for taking it to the park this spring. Glide Bikes also offers The Go Glider for kids 5-10.
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I learned children start by walking the bike
I learned that balance bike improve bilateral coordination
I learned that Glide Bikes are designed with downhill Mountain bike geometry!
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I learned that they can start bike riding at 2 years old
I was impressed to learn that the bikes come with a limited life time warranty.
I learned that they come in a size appropriate for my 2 year old twin boys.
i learned Glide Bikes started selling the bikes in New Zealand and other global markets in 2010
i learned Glide Bikes started selling the biknes in New Zealand and other global markets in 2010
I learned that they come in a size that would work for my newly 2 year old twins.
“Super Glider™
Designed for riders 5′ to 6′ 2″, the Super Glider is just right for older learners and Special Needs youths and adults.”
Downhill Mountain Bike Geometry (65° seat and head tube angles) is designed to give the bike the slowest balancing speed possible. Regular Mountain Bike Geometry is 68-69° seat and head tube angle. Road Bike Geometry is 70-71° seat and head tube angle.
I learned that it helps kids learn to balance before they have to focus on pedaling. Looks great!
I learned that the bikes are very light weight 8lbs for the Mini Glider and 10 for the Go Glider.
I learned that kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
I learned that there are 3 different sizes
i learned that the inventor made the balance bike after getting his daughter a new bike and she kept hurting herself while trying to learn balance!
I learned that what makes Balance Bikes balance is their low center of gravity – similar to that of mountain bikes.
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I learned these bikes do not have pedals!
They have maintenance free tires and certified, lead free metallic paint really great features thanks for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com this would be great for my son
I learned that even 2 year olds can ride!
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They help kids learn to balance, children as young as 24 mos with practice can ride a Glide bike
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No chain? I LOVE that.
I learned that “Glide bikes utilize Downhill mountain bike geometry to achieve a very low speed balance point of less than 2mph and are light weight 8lbs for the Mini Glider and 10 for the Go Glider.”
I learned that kids as early as 24 months old can learn to ride the mini glide bike, this is truly amazing. Thanks for the giveaway
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Lifetime warranty! I’d love one for my youngest son!!
i learned that Balance bikes are small enough so children can walk the bicycle while sitting comfortably with both feet on the ground
I learned they offer a life time warranty (excluding normal wear and tear) to the original owner.
I learned that Kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
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I learned that each bike they sell carries a LIFETIME warranty! Thats awesome!
I learned that these bikes have a lifetime warrenty as long as you own them! That’s great!
I like the mini glide bike. Thanks for the chance!
I learned that in 2007 Hand brakes and foot pegs were added to give the rider a feel for where pedals would be.
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I learned that my niece could already be riding a bike! (She just turned 3)
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I learned that “Glide Bikes will balance at just 1.5 MPH, which means that they are the safest Balance Bikes on the market.” That is pretty amazing!
I learned that I could start a kid to ride as early as 24 months. Wow.
I learned that kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike.
Kids as young as 24 months can use Glide Bikes.
I have been looking for one of these for my nephew! It was nice to see that they are only 8lbs!
I learned the 2010 model can have an even lower seat than other glider bikes- better for smaller kids/younger kids.
I soooo would love this for spring this year!
I learned that GlideBikes make three sizes.
I learned that kids can balance on a Glide bike at a very low speed.
I learned it is rated 5 out of 5 for being an Amazing Confidence Builder!!!
kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide on this
i learned that kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide.
I learned that there’s also a super glider for kids 10 and older.
I learned that kids can go incredibly fast! It’s crazy though how much control they have!
This allows a child to perfect their skill of balance before adding pedaling. I so wish this had been available for my children, and even my first grandchild.
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I learned that you can be pretty young to ride these bikes (24 months!!)
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I found out that the glide bikes come in different sizes, so not only can tiny kids (24mo) use a glide bike, but that older kids can get one that fits them too. In my balance bike research I don’t think I’ve seen another brand that has various sizes.
I cannot believe that a 2 yo could use this! How great! Thanks so much!
I learned that toddlers can start learning at 24 months which is great because my twins are almost ready to start!
I learned that children as small as 2 can use these bikes.
I learned that the bikes are lightweight–8 lbs for the smaller one and 10 lbs for the bigger one. This would be fantastic for my son, and eventually, for my daughter!!!
I learned about how the kids can learn to balance at very low speeds by using the glide bike… something that is very useful when moving on to a pedal bike!
I learned that even kids as young as 2 years of age can begin riding, given that the 2010 model has been redesigned to allow the seat to lower to 12″ and the handle bars to adjust to accommodate the very youngest riders. Thanks for the giveaway!
I learned they were invented by Ed Mondello.
I love Glide bikes. They are well made and are perfect as first bikes for maturing children. You will love them too.
GIves the rider a lower sense of gravity to make balancing easier
The first glider prototype on the same geometry as a downhill mountain bike.
I learned that the bikes have durable 12″ EVA foam tires that never need air
I learned that it is an Amazing Confidence Builder!
I learned that, “Downhill Mountain Bike Geometry (65° seat and head tube angles) is designed to give the bike the slowest balancing speed possible.”
the bikes are made in Wilmington north Carolina
I learned they have a lifetime warranty…good thing to have!
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I learned that kids as early as 24 months can use this bike.
glide bikes was started in wilmington,N.C.
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I learned special needs kids benefit from this bike because of the low center of gravity.
I know a little one that will be 2 this year. it would make a great gift. I learned-
Glide bikes utilize Downhill mountain bike geometry to achieve a very low speed balance point of less than 2mph and are light weight 8lbs for the Mini Glider and 10 for the Go Glider.
These carry a Lifetime Warranty! Awesome!
I learned that Glide Bikes will balance at just 1.5 MPH, making them really safe.
I learned that kids can ride as early as 24 months, and builds confidence. Thanks!
I learned it is rated 5 out of 5 for being an Amazing Confidence Builder 🙂
They have three sizes of bikes for kids from 2 – 10+.
Kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
kids as early as 24 months can learn to use the glide bikes.
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I learned kids can learn as early as 24months.
Thanks for the chance.
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I learned that kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
I learned that Kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice
I learned that the mini comes in 3 colors,red,blue and pink. Thanks for the giveaway:)
I learned that Kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
I learned that Glide Bikes™ are the only Balance Bikes with a Lifetime Warranty
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
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They have a funny prototype test video
I tweeted about the giveaway.
I learned that the Glide Bike is rated 5 out of 5 for being an Amazing Confidence Builder!
I learned that Kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.
I learned that the unique downhill mountain bike geometry gives rider a lower center of gravity for greater stability and safer balancing.
I learned that kids as early as 24 months can learn to glide a balance bike with practice.