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Christmas Gift Guides – Hot Wheels

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Written by Tim Barnes-Clay

Our children spend way too much time with their heads stuck in laptops and phones, so you need something to get them up, about and outside!

If you want to see your kids tearing madly around, burning off some of the restless energy that always comes hand-in-hand with school holidays, an awesome set of wheels is definitely the solution. From performance bikes to fashion-friendly rides and skateboards that promise hours of fun, our guide has all your children need for an active Christmas!

 

RALEIGH PERFORMANCE 20

Are you looking for a high quality lightweight bike for your child? Then look no further than the Raleigh Performance 20. Using their years of experience, they have developed a performance range of premium spec bikes that your child will love riding! The Performance 20 is a performance bike made especially for juniors so they can ride just like their dad! 6 years+

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS BIKE

The Raleigh Performance 20 is a great choice for your child if you’re looking for something a little more serious. If they’re into cycling and want something that offers a high quality performance and a quick ride whilst looking sleek, then this could be the bike for them! Raleigh have assembly videos online which are really helpful. A good choice for a young child who wants something that allows for a more mature ride!

RRP £275 PRODUCT INFO RALEIGH WHERE TO BUY RALEIGH TWITTER @RaleighBikes_UK

 

VTRIKER ELITE 

The award-winning Vtriker Elite 3-Wheel scooter from UKayed is sure to stir up a playground buzz with big kids. There’s no pushing or touching the floor! Simply place one foot on each side, then the unique V-shape design enables you to move your legs in and out while stationary on the platform. Now you’re off, resulting in a thrilling pedal and battery free ride. Its solid construction and unique motion makes the Vtriker Elite the ideal choice to zoom round the park on and race their mates!

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS SCOOTER

The Vtriker Elite is really well made and sturdy, as well as looking pretty cool. It’s simple to put together and – once assembled – offers a smooth ride and easy balance. Children can really get up some speed on it. It’s also a more energetic ride than most scooters because of the scissor action that keeps it moving, perfect for those youngsters with bags of energy! A great present to encourage your kids to have fun outside and get active!

RRP £69.99 PRODUCT INFO VTRIKER WHERE TO BUY VTRIKER 

 

ROLLERS – R1 & R2

A new range of wheeled toys allowing children aged 2+ years to just roll with it this Christmas! The aptly named ‘Rollers’ are designed to encourage children to get outside and active with the family. There are two within the range, the R1 and R2, both innovatively designed so that parents buy two products in one. Rollers convert from a seated wheeled toy to a scooter and help develop a child’s balance and core motor skills.

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT

The R1 and R2 are easy to assemble – just what you want on Christmas morning. Being both a bike and scooter is great because it keeps little ones engaged for longer and also helps them to develop slightly different muscles. As toddlers are just learning what they like, the combination means that they can try both and see which one they favour without costing you double. Both the R1 and R2 are light to carry, which is useful for school runs and can easily fit in a car boot for any activities further afield. The perfect gift to get your tiny ones to start finding their outdoor spirit!

RRP £39 PRODUCT INFO ROLLERS WORLD WHERE TO BUY ARGOS 

 

RALEIGH KRUSH 20

The Krush is your fashion favourite, with gorgeous coordinating accessories and adorable prints for instant riding style. The Krush is designed so not only do they look great riding but get to where they want to be safely. A fashionable bike with Raleigh’s years of experience behind it to ensure a safe and comfortable ride! 6 years+

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS BIKE

The Raleigh Krush will be incredibly appealing for those children that want a stylish looking bike. The V-brakes are very effective and easy to use for small hands. The gears make it feel grown-up, whilst the bike itself remains reliable and simple. This bike is great quality and eye-catching – definitely for a child who wants something that looks fantastic in addition to doing the job!

RRP £160 PRODUCT INFO RALEIGH WHERE TO BUY RALEIGH TWITTER @RaleighBikes_UK

 

MARC MARQUEZ SUPERBIKE

This wooden balance bike is designed to mirror real big engine sports motorbikes. The Heroes range of superbikes gives your toddler the thrill of emulating their favourite racing bike rider whilst helping them to learn how to balance and steer. The Superbike was designed by Marc Marquez – Spanish Grand Prix motorcycle road racer and current MotoGP world champion. 2 – 6 years

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS BIKE

The Superbike looks really dynamic and the motorbike design really gives this a different appeal when stacked up against the cuter looking bikes on the market. It is fantastic for helping very young children learn to balance, meaning a much easier transition to a pedal bike for them – often doing away with stabilisers completely. A striking choice for a first bike this Christmas! 

RRP £129.99 PRODUCT INFO KIDDIMOTO WHERE TO BUY KIDDIMOTO TWITTER @Kiddimoto

 

LITTLE TIKES 4-IN-1 SPORT EDITION TRIKE

The sporty and cool styling of Little Tikes’ new 4-in-1 Sport Edition Trike is perfectly suited to any budding sports stars. Great for babies to beginner riders, these funky pink, blue and red trikes are designed to grow as a child’s skills develop and are the desired mode of transport for all little ones this Christmas!  

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS TRIKE

This trike is really sturdy and feels very safe, even for putting your baby in. It’s always nice to have something which grows with your child as it not only makes for great value but also means your child won’t lose their favourite toy too fast! The wheels give a nice smooth ride and children will really love it. It also gives you a lovely activity to do with your baby and – once transformed to later stages = something fun for your children to entertain themselves with. A lasting choice for parents!

RRP £99.99 PRODUCT INFO LITTLE TIKES WHERE TO BUY LITTLE TIKES TWITTER @LittleTikesUK

 

MOSHI MONSTERS SATCHEL SKATEBOARD

Take the gang from Monstro City wherever you go with the Moshi Monsters satchel skateboard. Designed to slip snugly into a satchel whilst being sturdy enough to withstand hours of practising, this skateboard’s ideal for boosting balance and co-ordination. It’s got a non-slip grip surface on the top and pictures of Moshi Monsters and Moshlings on the bottom, so youngsters won’t need much encouragement to jump on and master their skills. 3 years+

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS SKATEBOARD

If your children love Moshi Monsters then this is a fantastic gift for them. It’s smaller than the average skateboard and so is a really manageable size for younger children to ride on. It’s lightweight and perfect for beginners who are making their first foray into the world of skateboarding.

RRP £8.99 PRODUCT INFO ARGOS WHERE TO BUY MOSHI TWITTER @moshimonsters

 

RALEIGH ZERO 20

Do your kids want a bike that looks both sleek and speedy? Then the Zero is the one for them! Each Zero has been designed with a top end specification, a hot trend highlight colour and a pot of safety features. Raleigh have used their design and technical expertise to create the lightweight aluminium Zero – a fast flying machine! 6 years+

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS BIKE

The Raleigh Zero 20 is a comfortable bike that offers more speed than most other bikes on the market. It looks really trendy, making it a great choice to impress their friends – something lots of children find important. For parents, the safety features are reassuring so you know that even when whizzing along at high speed, your youngster is in good hands. The wheels can handle off-road biking and the non-slip safety pedals mean you can relax about them cycling in the rain. Great for kids who want a fast bike that can do a bit of everything!

RRP £195 PRODUCT INFO RALEIGH WHERE TO BUY RALEIGH TWITTER @RaleighBikes_UK