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Bargains in Childrens Bikes

February 15th, 2010

As another year is well underway, shoppers up and down the country will no doubt be reminded of the many fantastic opportunities to purchase discounted goods during the early year sales. Although many consumers would most likely have had enough of shopping in the frantic build-up to Christmas, there are some products that simply cannot escape the attention of buyers. Children’s bikes, for instance, are frequently purchased in the January sales as both parents and children aim to become more active in the new year following a December of gluttony. Children’s bikes are also popular birthday presents, so parents often decide to purchase such items whilst store prices are low. However, choosing the most appropriate children’s bike for 2010 is not a task that can always be satisfied by popping down to the shops during the January sales.

In fact, one of the top children’s bikes for 2010 is already a couple of years old. The Raleigh 24″ Roxz Dual Suspension Girls mountain bike has been on the market for the past couple of Christmases, yet the bike is likely to prove as popular as ever in 2010. Featuring superb engineering from one of the world’s leading manufacturers of mountain bikes, the Raleigh 24″ Roxz Dual Suspension boasts an elegant yet robust design that has proved popular amongst girls aged predominantly between 9 and 11 years. Comprising a 14″ alloy suspension frame, sturdy suspension forks, 18 speed Shimano gears, ATB comfort saddles, rear mudguard and powerful front and rear v-type brakes, the Raleigh 24″ Roxz Dual Suspension remains a must-have bike for girls in 2010.

Also produced by Raleigh, the Daytona 21″ is suitable for older (or larger) boys and young men alike and is likely to prove popular in 2010, having been released during the summer of 2009. The Raleigh Daytona 21″ features a stylish and robust frame, aesthetically pleasing design and 26″ wheels. The mountain bike also boasts alloy v-style brakes with resin alloy levers, MTS style saddle, superb grips, 18 speed gears and a 26″ suspension fork, which combine to provide a comfortable and stylish ride for young men. Other top bikes for children in 2010 include the Concept Terminator 20″ Boys’ mountain bike, which features six speed Shimano gears (indexed), twist grip shifting, 20″ wheels, front and rear v-type brakes, rear mudguard, chain guard and superb suspension. The Concept Terminator also benefits from a padded Terminator saddle, which is likely to prove popular with many boys aged 7 years and over.

Although names such as Concept, Coyote and Mountain Ridge do not necessarily evoke the same reaction in consumers as a renowned and respected brand such as Raleigh, they nonetheless serve to produce a range of top bikes. The Reflex Rock Fox Girls’ Dual Suspension and Mountain Ridge Guru 14/24″ mountain bikes are, for instance, likely to grow in popularity during 2010. When buying a children’s bike it is always important to choose a type and design that will be suitable for the rider, whilst the frame of any such bike ought to be comfortable for the recipient.

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VTech Whiz Kid Half Price at the VTech Shop!

February 9th, 2009

vtech whiz kid portable learning systemThe VTech Shop are now offering this fantastic Whiz Kid Learning System at half price!

This portable system is great for helping your kids to learn on the move. Different activities will test logic, maths, music, numeracy and more while keeping your little one quiet. Kids toys don’t come any more practical!

Plug the Whiz Kid into your home computer for more activities and the ability to print off reports on your childs progress.

The Whiz Kid is expandable with Whizware – additional activity packs themed with your childs favourite characters such as Dora the Explorer and Scooby Doo.

Get the VTech Whiz Kid for half price at only £24.99.

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