Puky Runbike: Features, Product Range and Choice

The runbike is a great alternative to a bike for babies from 1 year old. In fact, this is a two-wheeled bicycle, but without pedals.

A bright design, a comfortable seat and an adjustable steering wheel height makes comfortable riding a child on a variety of roads.

The market for children's vehicles is represented by a huge selection of goods from various manufacturers, both domestic and foreign. Therefore, choosing a runbike is not difficult, it is important to determine the price category and design of the transport. German build quality has always been distinguished by good wear resistance and reliability. One of the leading places in the market for runbikes is Puky, which is located in Germany.

Puky was founded in Dusseldorf in the distant 1949, it was originally called Puck (meaning “washer”) until 1956 and specialized in the production of scooters, and only later began to expand its horizons, starting to produce bicycles.

Every year since 1950, Puky has been introducing customers to their product innovations at the Toy Fair, an exhibition of children's products in Nuremberg. Very quickly, Puky children's vehicles are becoming popular among buyers.

In 1959, the plant moved to Wülfrat, where new products such as a tricycle and four-wheeled wheelchairs appeared during the expansion of the product range. In the European market, Puky has become famous as a manufacturer of a children's tricycle with a padded leather seat. In 1977, a tricycle with a handle for parents became a hit.

The company starts producing runbikes in 2003, although from the end of the 90s, bicycle races with a wooden base were made in Europe. Puky runbikes with sophisticated design and vibrant design quickly find wide demand in the market of children's vehicles. The brand produces not one product option, but several models suitable for different ages of babies (from 1 year to 5-6 years).

All Puky products are different high strength and long life.

Listening to the opinion of consumers, the company does not cease to improve the technology of production of runbikes, therefore for over 65 years the brand’s products have been in great demand in the market of children's vehicles.

The company's products have several advantages that are key when buying two-wheeled pedalless bicycles:

• all finished products undergo regular safety testing, which is conducted under the guidance of pediatric doctors;
• a wide range of products consists of ergonomic models created for a certain age of children;
• the manufacturer gives a five-year warranty on all its products;
• a high indicator of wear resistance will allow using more than one generation of children;
• models are made for different age and height of the child, differing from each other by such technical characteristics as product weight, availability of brakes, frame height, type and size of tires, general design design;
• the ability to adjust the height of the seat and steering wheel for convenient use of children's vehicles;
• handlebar grips (grips) have a soft rubber coating that helps firmly fix your hands on the steering wheel;
• three- and four-wheeled models of runbikes for babies from one year old are produced (Pukymoto, Wutsch);
• in most two-wheeled bicycle rails, a parking stand is provided;
• more advanced models, such as the LR 1L Br, have a hand brake on the rear wheel, but the Puky LR 1L XL runbike is equipped with a professional V-brake;
• The Puky LR Ride model is made of aluminum, which makes it light and very comfortable to operate for a child.

The range of Puky runbikes includes not only two-wheeled pedalless bicycles, but also run-bicycles, three-wheeled models and four-wheeled products for the youngest children. In the market of children's vehicles, you can see such models as Puky LR M, Wutsch, Puky LR XL, Pukylino, Puky LR Ride, Puky LR 1L Br.

Available in three colors: blue, red and pink. Designed for children aged 2 to 4 years, height 85–96 cm. Light weight (only 3.3 kg), molded PVC tires, as well as adjustable steering wheel and saddle make control free and comfortable for any baby.

Separately, you can purchase a parking stand. The manufacturer gives a guarantee of 5 years.

It comes in four colors: berry, silver, red and light green. Designed for children with a height of 80–92 cm. A feature of the model is the presence of a swinging rack for the steering wheel, which limits its tilt to the side. This runner is suitable for the smallest children from 1 yearwho have already learned to walk independently. It weighs only 2.74 kilograms, so the baby is easy to manage.

The product is equipped with a special narrow saddle, which contributes to the natural movement of the child on a bike ride. Four silent plastic wheels do not imprint on the floor.

Available in white, black and light green colors. Designed for children aged 3 to 6 years, whose growth is 95-110 centimeters. The product has a hand brake that can be adjusted, as well as professional inflation tires. The distance from the steering wheel to the seat is increased, there is the possibility of them and raise to 8 cm.

The design of the model provides for a step on the frame, a delivery for parking, and a powder shockproof coating serves as a guarantee of good wear resistance of a two-wheeled bicycle.

Available in four colors: in light green with orange wheels, in blue with blue wheels, in red with yellow wheels and in silver with white wheels. This model is intended for children aged 2.5–5 years and height 90–104 cm. It is equipped with professionally inflated tires, height-adjustable steering wheel and saddle, as well as a hand brake fixed to the rear wheel of the product.

Designed for children aged 2.5 to 6 years, for height 90-110 centimeters. Available in three colors: black, orange and light green. The product is equipped with two-color inflated tires, a comfortable seat and steering wheel with ball bearings, which can be adjusted to suit the height of the child.

The maximum allowable weight is 25 kg. The frame provides for cushioning the rear wheel, and the comfortable saddle has a training handle.

In addition to the products themselves, separately for them you can purchase various accessories: a cover for bike races, a bell, a footrest for parking, a backlight for wheels, bicycle gloves, knee pads, elbow pieces, a protective helmet, a bag for a mobile phone on the frame, keys, etc.

The runbike serves to ensure that the child can independently prepare for riding a two-wheeled bicycle, since, while riding on it, the baby must constantly maintain balance so as not to fall. Cycling also helps to strengthen the musculoskeletal system and develop endurance.

When buying a runbike, several important criteria must be considered: height, weight and age of the baby, as well as their compliance with the technical characteristics of the selected model. A good product should have a sturdy frame design, an adjustable steering wheel with rubber coated handles, a comfortable and soft saddle, and thick and durable wheels.

Sitting on a bicycle run, the child's legs, slightly bent at the knees, should be firmly on the floor with the whole foot. Thus, the baby will be able to easily lower them onto a hard surface if necessary.

Before heading to the store for a new purchase, it is necessary to measure the height and length of the child's legs. In this case, choosing transport for your child, you will be sure that you will get the option that suits him.

The weight of the product itself is also important, since a large-sized runbike will be impractical for a child. For two-year-old children, models weighing no more than three kilograms should be selected. For kids, whose age is 3 years old, cycling no more than four kilograms is suitable.

In addition to transport itself, it is recommended Additionally buy protection on your knees, elbows and helmet. This will ensure minimal injuries during child falls, which cannot be avoided in the process of learning to ride a runbike.

It is important to know that there are several types of runbikes.

Such models are considered the most durable and environmentally friendly, they are designed for children weighing up to 35 kg.

Designed for babies from 1 year to 2 years.In such products, additional protection is assumed - steering wheel restriction.

They have massive construction and high cost. however, they are most safe to use, as they minimize the possibility of a baby falling.

The runbike is considered one of the most popular types of children's transport, and not only among parents, but also among kids, because riding on it not only physically brings up the child’s body, but also gives it a sea of ​​positive emotions. And most importantly, that on a bike ride, walking on the street becomes much more fun and interesting.

You can learn more about the characteristics of Puky runbikes and tips for choosing them in the next video.