Sizing

How to choose the correct size Guardian bike

How do I choose a size?

The best way to choose a bike for your child is by using our sizing tool, called Ridesizer. It will even tell you exactly how long the bike is predicted to last.

How do I measure my child's leg length/inseam and why is it important?

Your child's leg length determines how far off the ground their heels will be while sitting on the Guardian Bike. This measurement adds more accuracy when determining the correct bike size. 3. Measure from the ground to the top of the book to get the

I'm a small adult. Can I ride a kids Guardian Bike?

Our kids bikes can be ridden by small adults as long as your height is within the height recommendation. Our bikes are tested at 150lbs, but they can handle about 180lbs. That said, our kids bikes are specifically designed for kids (small brake lever

Why is the recommended bike size different than another bike my child has tried?

All bikes have a different geometry. If you were to try a bike at Walmart, Target, or even at a bike store, that shared the same wheel size as our bikes, it will not fit the same. Guardian Bikes are specifically designed with an extended wheelbase &

What's the difference between a 20" small and a 20" large?

The 20 inch small vs 20 inch large is based on the size of the frame design. Although the two bikes share the same tire size, the 20 inch small bike has a lower seat height so it fits a smaller child. The rest of the frame geometry is then engineered

In RideSizer, when I put in the height it tells me one size and when I put in their leg length it tells me another. Which size should I choose?

Using your child’s leg length is the most accurate way to size your child because we are able to match your child up to the seat height of the bike. When calculating by height it is less accurate as we are estimating your child’s leg length based on

Do your bikes have a rider weight limit?

We test our kids bikes with a 150 lbs rider, but they can handle about 180. Adult bikes can handle up to roughly 260 lbs.