Bike Hire

Frog Tadpole

£195.00
The Frog Tadpole 12-inch balance bike is designed to help toddlers build balance, coordination, and confidence. With a lightweight aluminium frame, easy-grip handlebars, steering limiter and adjustable seat height, it’s tailored for small riders ready to explore the outdoors – making it one of the best balance bikes for 2-3 year-olds.

Description

The Frog Tadpole 12-inch balance bike is designed to help toddlers build balance, coordination, and confidence. With a lightweight aluminium frame, easy-grip handlebars, steering limiter and adjustable seat height, it’s tailored for small riders ready to explore the outdoors – making it one of the best balance bikes for 2-3 year-olds. Comfortable, safe, and intuitive to ride, the Tadpole makes learning to cycle fun and empowering. Suitable for children with an inside leg of 30-41cm, it’s more than a balance bike; it’s the start of a lifelong love of cycling. Trusted by parents and praised by experts, the Tadpole is a top choice for toddler bikes!

 

Built for growing confidence and bigger adventures

The Frog Tadpole 12-inch balance bike is designed for children aged 2 to 3 years who are ready to take their first steps into cycling. With a lightweight aluminium frame, it’s easy for toddlers to handle and light enough for parents to carry. This pedal-free toddler bike supports gross motor skill development while helping children build balance, coordination, and independence through active outdoor play.

 

Designed for active toddlers on the move

With a 12-inch wheel size, the Tadpole is perfect for toddlers who are ready to ride further and explore more. Its chunky tyres offer excellent grip and stability across varied terrain, while the adjustable saddle and handlebars ensure a comfortable fit as your child grows. Whether it’s a trip to the park or a backyard adventure, the Tadpole 12-inch balance bike is built to keep up.

 

Smart safety features for confident riding

Safety is at the heart of the Tadpole’s design. It features a small, easy-to-reach Tektro brake lever for stopping control, top-mounted brake arms to prevent feet from catching, and a steering lock to reduce the risk of oversteering and falls. This lightweight toddler bike for outdoor play is packed with thoughtful features that give parents peace of mind while empowering children to ride with confidence.

 

Grows with your child

The quick-release seat post and adjustable handlebars make it easy to customise the fit as your child grows. Suitable for children with an inside leg measurement of 30-41cm, the Frog Tadpole balance bike adapts to your toddler’s changing needs, supporting their development every step of the way.

 

Lightweight, durable, and easy to carry

Weighing just 3.78kg, the Frog Tadpole toddler bike is one of the lightest 12-inch balance bikes available. Its aluminium frame is strong enough to withstand everyday use while remaining easy for toddlers to manoeuvre and parents to lift and transport.

 

A smoother path to pedal bikes

Unlike stabilisers (training wheels), the Tadpole 12-inch toddler bike teaches natural balance and coordination, making the transition to a pedal bike easier and more intuitive. With high-spec, age-appropriate components, a bell included, and a free 10-year extended warranty on frames and forks, the Tadpole lightweight toddler bike is a smart investment in your child’s cycling journey.

 

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Specifications

Frame
  • Frame – 6061 T6 heat treated aluminium alloy, seat tube 3.54″ (90mm)
  • Fork – 6061 T6 heat treated aluminium alloy
  • Weight – 3.58kg
Drivetrain and brakes
  • Front brake – None
  • Rear brake – Tektro J310, aluminium, mini v-brake
Cockpit
  • Headset – Locking headset, 27mm
  • Handlebar – Frog Bikes Aluminium Little Handlebars, Width 420mm
  • Stem – Aluminium, 1″1/8, 38mm, 4 bolt clamp
  • Bar tape or grips – Frog Bikes specific, lock on, slim grips
Wheels
  • Rims – Aluminium, 12″, single wall
  • Front Hub – Quando, aluminium, 16 hole, sealed hub with 5mm allen bolt internal fixing
  • Rear Hub – Quando, aluminium, 16 hole, sealed hub with 5mm allen bolt internal fixing
  • Tyres – Kenda K909A, 12.5″x1.75″, Hybrid, (ETRTO/ISO: 47-203)
Other parts
  • Saddle – Frog Bikes child-specific saddle (small), steel rails
  • Seatpost – Aluminium, micro adjust, 27.2mm
  • Seatpost clamp – Aluminium, Quick Release
  • Accessories – Bell, paint plasters, frame protector patches, right brake lever (Tektro JL352-RS)

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

Normally, we aim to pack up and send out your orders on the same day (especially if you order before midday) and you’ll have the option to pick which courier you’d like to use at checkout. All letters will be sent via Royal Mail and all bikes are sent using Paisley Freight. Other items have the option of Evri or Royal Mail. Delivery time is usually two or three working days from dispatch.

We deliver to all of mainland UK for the costs shown below, please contact us via phone on 01425 403584 or email info@newforestcycling.com to enquire about shipping to non-mainland locations.

In-Store Pick up is also available at checkout, if you’d like to come and pick up in person!

Returns

30 Day UK Returns

We want you to be 100% happy with your shopping experience and therefore we offer a 30-day returns policy for any unwanted and unused items that are still within their original packaging. Please be aware that in this instance the customer must cover the cost of returning an unwanted item.

We cannot assume responsibility for returned items lost in the post. Your statutory rights are not affected.

If you’re returning a faulty item, please contact us so we can assist you.

Returns Policy Terms & Conditions
  • All Items will be inspected upon return before issuing a refund.
  • Items must be returned with all original packaging and tags attached. Items returned with incomplete or damaged packaging or missing or unattached tags may be refused or subject to a restocking fee.
  • In the unlikely event that an item is returned to us in an unsuitable condition, we may have to send it back to you and refuse the return.
  • Please return items with a cover letter.
  • Please retain your proof of postage.
  • For faulty products, we will refund the return shipping cost upon inspection.
  • We will also refund the shipping if an incorrect item has been sent to you.
  • Be aware that we DO NOT refund the returns shipping cost of an unwanted bike. Including Electric Bikes. Be sure before purchasing that it is the correct size and model that you want. Our helpful team are only a phone call away – 01425 403584
  • The refund processing time can take up to 10 working days.

Warranty & Insurance

CUBE Warranty

Your CUBE bike is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for 2 years with effect from the date of sale. In addition, CUBE provides customers with the following warranty in the event of frame breakage outside the statutory warranty period as follows:

For all frames and rigid forks from model year 2011 and older CUBE guarantee from the date of sale:
Aluminium: 5-year guarantee
Titanium: 5-year guarantee
Carbon fibre, aluminium-carbon fibre: 2-year guarantee
 
For all frames and rigid forks from model year 2012 and onwards CUBE guarantee from the date of sale:
Aluminium: 6-year guarantee
Carbon fibre, aluminium-carbon fibre: 3-year guarantee
If a break occurs during this period (from date of sale), CUBE will replace the item with the same or similar. This warranty applies only to the frame. The cost of components necessary for the frame’s function (e.g., seat post, derailleur, headset, rear shock, etc.) must be borne by the customer.
Bosch Warranty:
Our E-Bikes come with 2 year warranty on all Bosch parts. The warranty begins with the sale of the e-bike, up to a maximum of 48 months from the battery’s date of manufacture.
Bosch e-bike batteries also have a guarantee that within the first 2 years or up to 500 full charge cycles the battery will hold 60% of it’s nominal capacity.

 

Insurance:

VeloLife offers 90 days of free insurance on your brand new CUBE bike. They will give you 30 days free cover when you sign up and, if you choose to buy a bike policy, they will discount 2 months premium off the cost of the first years cover.

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