Popular Frog Bicycle Models

The ability to ride a bicycle is an important skill that is easier and faster to learn at a young age. Modern children's bicycles are comfortable and beautiful, superbly equipped and safe. The choice of models presented in stores is quite wide. If you are thinking about buying a bicycle for a child, then you should pay attention to the products of the Frog bikes brand (Great Britain).

Despite the fact that the release of Frog bikes began relatively recently, in 2013, the company managed to become popular all over the world. Its founders - spouses Jerry and Shelley Lawson - are avid cyclists and instilled this love into the whole family. Having studied children's requests and tested the prototype on their children and their friends, they created ultra-light cars for girls and boys aged 2-14. A children's bike cannot be just a small copy of an adult, but must take into account age and physiological characteristics, therefore, Frog paid much attention to the study of the biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system of children.

In 2017, the brand won the prize of the British Small Business Competition FSB & Worldpay as the best family business. Today, Frog bikes supplies bicycles to stores in Europe, the USA, Japan, Hong Kong and direct sales through its website. In the summer of 2016, the company opened its own production in South Wales, and already in 2017, Frog Bikes Manufacturing received the regional Product of the Year award.

The creators of Frog bikes worked out every element, so that their bikes adequately compete with market leaders. The design was improved taking into account the engineering discoveries of the famous research center - Brunel University of London.Thanks to the unique development of Dimitris Katzanis (technical consultant of the British Olympic cycling team) Frog pedals spin easier, providing a quick and smooth ride.

The small length of the connecting rods of the pedals is important: child's feet should not be too wide apart. Frog bikes have a comfortable fit for the child and the correct, straight toe position due to the small Q-factor. Most of the details: frame, fork, stem, steering column, even bushings are made of aluminum alloy. The saddle has a very simple adjustment of height and angle. Kenda hybrid tires (Taiwan) are installed on wheels. Thin rubberized handlebars (grips) fit perfectly in the children's hand. Plastic pedals have reflectors.

To all models in the kit go: off-road tread tires, plastic wings, bell, frame stickers, chain cover, adjustment keys, paint and varnish for restoration of scratches and chips, instructions. Trying to cover all the needs of young cyclists, The brand produces the necessary accessories: running boards, water bottles and holders for them, light Team Sky helmets with a reflective strip, seatpost bags and very attractive clothes. The collection has backpacks, sweatshirts, sports T-shirts made of thermal fabric in a signature bright green color. For a safe ride in the evening, you can purchase a reflective vest.

Each line of bicycles is available in several beautiful shades, on which the logo and the “signature” frog are applied in contrasting colors.

Summarizing, we can distinguish the following advantages of British bicycles:

• models for children 2-14 years old;
• a light weight;
• adjustable saddle position;
• quality tires Kenda (2 pairs);
• Tektro Aluminum brakes;
• narrowed Q-factor;
• thin grips with excellent grip;
• accessories included;
• European production;
• All materials and anti-corrosion paint coating have certificates of compliance with hygienic and environmental requirements.

Despite the really remarkable quality and low weight of the models, the brand has competitors: first of all, the lightest German Woom, the English Early Rider and the recently appeared on the market “Lisaped” (Russia). Frog Bikes prices are quite high, and not all buyers are willing to pay such an amount for the first children's bike.

For an initial introduction to the world of bicycles, Frog offers the Tadpole range of ultra-light running bikes (from Mini to Plus). The development of pedal models by children from 3 years old begins with Frog 40 or Frog 43. This bike with a sports fit (low handlebar) is presented in seven colors. If the child has difficulty, the model can be removed pedals and used as a runbike, but such situations are rare. Features Frog 43:

• weight - 6.3 kg;
• the age of the child is 3-5 years;
• height - 95-110 cm;
• the length of the child’s legs is 41-45 cm;
• wheel diameter - 14 inches;
• one speed.

The geometry of the frame provides stability to the bike. Comfortably soft seat. Equipped with steering brakes with simple controls.

The one-speed model Frog 48 is in steady demand:

• machine weight - 6.7 kg;
• declared for 4-5 years;
• the height of the child - 105-120 cm;
• measurement of leg length - 48-52 cm;
• wheels - 16-inch;
• Q factor - 132 mm.

A bicycle is almost 2 times lighter than its rider. There are many variations of colors: red, pink, green, orange, with the flag of the United Kingdom or white in large colored peas.

Model Frog 52 can be single-speed (Single - weighs 7.6 kg) with two rim brakes or equipped with a fully adult 8-speed Shimano transmission. This is a universal bike:

• for age 5-7 years;
• for growth - from 115 cm;
• wheel - 20 inches;
• weight - 8.75 kg;
• the child’s leg length is at least 49 cm.

Frog55 - model for 6-8 year old drivers:

• machine weight - 8.8 kg;
• designed for growth 118-133 cm;
• wheel diameter - 20 inches;
• Shimano 8-speed switch.

Buyers celebrate the benefits of Frog bikes such as light weight, bright design, absolutely silent and soft stroke, comfortable fit, easy adjustment. Children quickly learn to ride, and they can transfer their "war horses" through borders and obstacles themselves.

Among the shortcomings is the price: it is quite high, but justified by the quality of materials and assembly. For some, the gearbox seemed complicated, you need to get used to it. It is a pity that the footboard for the bicycle is not provided in the kit, it has to be bought.

In the next video you will find instructions for assembling a children's bike.