Cannondale Kids Trail Balance

The Kids Trail Balance is where riding starts. No pedals, no chain, no stabilisers — just a very light alloy frame a toddler can pick up themselves, and two wheels to learn balance on. Children who start here skip the training-wheel stage almost entirely, because they have already worked out the hard part.

Key Features

• Lightweight SmartForm C3 Alloy frame with an easy low step-through
• Cannondale Little Lefty single-sided fork — the same idea as the grown-up Lefty
• Rear hand brake sized for small hands, so braking is learned from day one
• Adjustable seat height that grows with the child
• 12" alloy rims on grippy, smooth-rolling tyres

Rider Fit

Suits riders of 94–107cm (3'1"–3'6"), roughly 2–4 years. Height is the reliable guide — age is only a rough one. Bring them in and we'll check the standover and reach before you buy.

Why You'll Love It

At around 4kg it is light enough for a two-year-old to lift, turn around and get back on without help — which is exactly what keeps them trying. The real hand brake matters too: it means the step up to a pedal bike is one new skill, not three. Fitted and safety-checked in-store at Mackay Cycles.

Technical Specifications

• Frame: SmartForm C3 Alloy, easy low step
• Fork: Cannondale Little Lefty 12, rigid, SmartForm C3 Alloy, 1-1/8" steerer
• Rims: Cannondale, lightweight alloy, 12", 16h
• Tyres: Innova, 12x1.75", multi-use tread
• Wheel Size: 12"
• Drivetrain: None — balance bike, no pedals
• Brakes: Promax V-brake, rear
• Handlebars: Lightweight Alloy, 25.4mm, 460mm
• Stem: Forged and machined aluminium, 30mm, with fitted stem cover
• Saddle: Cannondale Kid's Comfort
• Seat Post: One-piece, clamp-less, Alloy, 25.4mm
• Hubs: Little Lefty single-sided, Alloy, nutted axle
• Colours: Lavender, Sonic Blue