Few woodworking projects will lead the life of adventure that this balance bike will. While most projects sit in one place, this bike introduces kids to the freedom of having their own set of wheels and the open road — well sidewalk anyway.
A balance bike foregoes pedals and chains to get kids used to the idea of staying upright on two wheels. It’s a proven way to learn about riding a bike. This first step means that a balance bike needs to be tough. A bike can’t be heavy though or it’s difficult to control.
Our version strikes a balance between durability, light weight, and being easy to build. Plywood makes up most of the bike’s frame. Clever cutouts reduce weight. The joinery is limited to woodscrews and glue with just a few dadoes and mortises. I’m
