Smart Balance Bikes by Smart Gear, often referred to as run bikes or balance bikes, which are pedal free and without training wheels, first and foremost help a child develop the most important skills necessary to later ride a 2 wheel bicycle with pedals: BALANCE and MOTOR SKILLS. Smart Balance Bikes were designed to develop a child"s balance and coordination by simply allowing the child to sit and walk or run with the bike by pushing with their feet. If the bike starts to fall, kids instinctively regain their balance using their feet. Once they"ve gained some momentum and balance control they can lift their feet up as they feel comfortable and start cruising! Smart Gear designs, develops, manufactures and distributes eco friendly, award winning, fun, innovative and educational products for children age birth and up. Our product range includes: Wooden Balance Bikes, Rockers, Ride-Ons, Walkers, Blocks, Sorters, Stackers, Teethers, Push & Pull toys, Mini Vehicles, Pretend Play, furniture and more! Smart Gear is a strong advocate of protecting the environment. We take great pride in bringing award winning, safe, fun and educational products to children around the world. We are committed to the highest standard of safety & quality for all of our products and packaging. We have been and will continue to be proactive in the testing of our products.