TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Bicycles & Tricycles

BERG Toys John Deere AF by BERG USA, LLC

Driving your own tractor is now possible! The BERG Traxx go-karts have impressive tractor tires measuring not less than 18.9 inches in diameter at the rear and 15.75 inches in diameter at the front. In addition, they come with an exhaust pipe and enable you to go to work using real tools. The John Deere AF comes equipped with the automatic freewheel, the pedals can remain static while the go kart still moves. It automatically switches to reverse when needed. 5/29/2009 (Price: $999.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BERG Toys Ferrari FXX Racer by BERG USA, LLC

Your dream becomes reality with the Ferrari FXX. The Ferrari FXX is an impressive presence on any circuit. With 12” rims with a ‘light-metallic’ look and ultra-flat, super-slick X-treme tires, you’ll accelerate into pole position in no time. 5/29/2009 (Price: $899.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BERG Toys John Deere BF-3 by BERG USA, LLC

This John Deere tractor go-kart in the BERG Traxx line feature tractor tires measuring 18.9 inches in diameter at the rear and 15.75 inches in diameter at the front. Capable enough to go to work using real tools as it comes equipped with a rear 3-point hitch, roll-bar, front/rear mud guard, and three gears. 5/27/2009 (Price: $999.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BERG Toys BalanzBike by BERG USA, LLC

The BalanzBike is a unique tricycle for children (and parents) as it is close to the ground, super maneuverable and super fast. The BalanzBike uses the body for steering. The small movements made when cycling train the abdominal, leg and buttock muscles, exercising the body while having fun. 5/27/2009 (Price: $619.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BERG Toys Buddy by BERG USA, LLC

Buddy drives both forward and in reverse, and provides optimal safety and back pedal brake thanks to the unique BFR-hub. Also features a 3-way adjustable seat and height adjustable steering wheel. Stability on any terrain is possible with its swivel axel. ( Watch Video) 5/27/2009 (Price: $276.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BERG Toys Ferrari FXX Exclusive by BERG USA, LLC

The Ferrari FXX Exclusive features aerodynamic spoilers and side skirts, as well as 7 gears, 12" rims with a light-metallic look, and ultra-flat, X-treme tires braced by a double disc brake. Top speed and lap times can be monitored using the digital dashboard computer. In addition, the soft-grip leather looking steering wheel and soft sport seat ensure unprecendented racing comfort. 5/27/2009 (Price: $2899.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stick Sparx by ELECTROSTAR

Kids can add safety and style to their bikes. The motion-activated Stix Sparx screw onto a bicycle tire’s valve stem, and the rainbow LEDs create a lighting effect around the bike’s wheels. Each sustainable package has "try me" packaging that allows customers to see the LED brightness and color before they buy. The package includes batteries and an extra set of replaceable batteries. Launch date: July 2009. 5/19/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blue and Rainbow Skull Sparx by ELECTROSTAR

Kids can add safety and style to their bike while riding. The Blue or Rainbow LED Skull Sparx screw onto a bicycle tire’s valve stem. When riding, the LEDs create a rainbow lighting effect around the bike’s wheels. Each sustainable package has “try me” so customers can see the LED function, brightness and color before they buy. The package comes complete with batteries and an extra set of replaceable batteries. "[The] patented rainbow LED also offers safety and fun to riders at a low price point," Karlie, in marketing at Buztronics, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2009. 5/19/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Super Glider by GLIDE BIKES

The Super Glider is designed so that adults or older kids who are a little unstable on a bicycle or perhaps have an injury or learning disability can benefit from the extra stability it offers. 4/14/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strider Running Bike by STRIDER SPORTS INTERNATIONAL INC.

This lightweight running bike is designed to help children gain practice in balance and control as they ride without pedals. It features a steel frame and handlebars and has Launch Pad™ footrests. The handlebar and seat height are adjustable to accommodate riders from 30" to 44" tall. Rider weight limit is 50 lbs. The bike is available in green, red, blue, yellow, orange and pink.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy.
— As of 7/21/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 140 review on Amazon.com.
— "We've sold 10 of the 12 [bikes]," Fred Meyer, owner of Meyer's Toy World in Battle Creek, Mich., told TDmonthly of this new product in his store in April 2010. 3/31/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Surfer Balance Bike by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Surfer Balance Bike teaches balance and coordination and has a limited turn radius to help prevent tipping. It features 12" tubeless air tires on sealed ball bearings, is height adjustable with a padded saddle, and has a low step-through frame design. It also includes a rear-wheel handbrake and a spring-loaded kickstand. Launch date: April 25, 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $110.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kettrike® Happy Plus Surfer by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Kettrike Happy Plus Surfer features a four-position Quik-Adjust frame, a three-in-one auto-freewheel system for pedaling, braking and coasting, limited turn-radius steering, a handlebar mounted storage bag, a dual-wheel rear handbrake, and a chrome-plated pushbar. "The Surfer trike has a lifetime warranty on the main 'D' tube frame and a five- year warranty on the paint against fading or rusting," Heather McGlothlin, national sales manager for KETTLER International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 20, 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $210.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kettrike® Happy Plus Baustelle by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Kettrike Happy Plus Baustelle features a four-position Quik-Adjust frame, a three-in-one auto freewheel design to pedal, brake, and coast, four-position adjustable ergonomic highback seat, limited turn-radius steering, a handlebar-mounted storage bag, an LCD fender light and a dual-wheel rear handbrake. "The Baustelle has a lifetime warranty on the main "D" Tube Frame and a five-year warranty on the paint against fading or rusting," Heather McGlothlin, national sales manager for KETTLER International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 20, 2008. 3/12/2009 (Price: $210.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kettrike® Alana by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Kettrike Alana features a four-position telescoping frame, a four-position, adjustable, high-back seat, a high carbon steel frame with a fade-resistant polyester powder coat finish, limited turn-radius steering, and a low center of gravity to help prevent tipping. It also has synthetic MaxXtread™ tires for a smooth and quiet ride. "KETTLER German-made tricycles all have a five-step paint process with an anti-rust coating. [This] allows for the tricycles to have a five-year warranty against fading or rusting," Heather McGlothlin, national sales manager for KETTLER International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 15, 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $120.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cycle-opoly by LATE FOR THE SKY PRODUCTION

CYCLE-OPOLY shows that a bicycle is more than just a pedal-and-chain-driven, human-powered vehicle with two wheels — it’s one of the greatest inventions of all time and it’s a whole lot of fun. Even on a rainy day, players can go exploring. "The board includes every style of bike imaginable along with some of the country’s greatest rides," Carla Miller of Late for the Sky told TDmonthly. "The six, 100-percent lead-free pewter custom tokens for CYCLE-OPOLY feature a sprocket, bike horn, water bottle, bike helmet, cycling shoe and, of course, a bicycle." Launch date: August 14, 2008. 12/8/2008 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kiddimoto Superbike & Kiddimoto Scrambler by KIDDIMOTO USA

The hottest European trend for kids has arrived in the USA. The immensely popular Kiddimoto balance bikes have the unique look of real motorcycles and are hand crafted of 100-percent birch plywood. Kiddimoto bikes do not have pedals or training wheels; therefore children learn to balance and steer very quickly, improving motor skills, increasing strength, and developing confidence on two wheels earlier than they have been able to ever before. "Our unique, British-designed wooden balance bicycles look like real motorcycles," Liz Roth, for Kiddimoto USA, distributed by Rocat LLC, told TDmonthly. Awards won include a 2007 Practical Pre-School Award, a 2007 Right Start Best Toy Award, a 2006 Hamleys Toy Award and a 2005 Baby Gear Gold Award. Launch date: February 15, 2009. 11/18/2008 (Price: $149.99)

Happy Plus Princess by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Happy Plus Princess has the patented 3-in-1 Auto-Freewheel™, an integrated automatic free-wheeling system allowing children to rest their feet on the pedals while parents guide them along with patented features such as limited turn radius, which restricts the front wheel from turning more than 45 degrees in either direction, Parental Control® steering lock, and quick-adjust telescoping frame. The tricycle has a high carbon steel frame and the backseat has 4 adjustable seating postions. The Happy Plus Frog #8847-500 and Happy Plus Construction #8847-700 are also available. This ride-on has a weight limit of 400lbs. 10/21/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Girls 16" Candy by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

Finished in metallic blue and hot pink, this low step through frame designed bike is made of durable steel construction, with non-slip pedals and grips, rear coaster brake, front and rear fenders and reflectors, padded handlebars and seat, and 16" white tires. A boys version is also available in the form of the 16" Spider #KT901-169. 10/21/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Prince Lionheart Balance Bike by PRINCE LIONHEART INC.

The Prince Lionheart Balance Bike is the only spoked wheel "like the big kids have" on the market to date. It features quality construction from plantation timber as well as a height-adjustable seat for the growing child. The bike promotes gross motor skills, primarily in balance and coordination. Launch date: October 2008. 9/19/2008 (Price: $89.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MiniGlider by GLIDE BIKES

Alloy Mini Glider fits kids 2-6 years old. Same Proven Geometry as PV Glider. Designed in the USA. Lightweight - only 8 LBS. No maintenance "air-free" tires Comes with tool to assemble in less than a minute. Availabe in Red Candy Apple and Candy Blue Metallic Paint. Suitable for boy or girl. Really sparkles in the light. The only balance bike with pegs to rest feet. Patent Pending) ( Watch Video) 3/25/2008 (Price: $99.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DC Super Friends™ Batman™ Lights & Sounds Trike by FISHER-PRICE INC.

The trike features action sounds, flashing blinkers and exciting voice phrases from Batman. Its design includes sturdy construction, an oversized front wheel for faster pedaling, a wide wheelbase for increased stability, easy-grip handlebars, slip-resistant pedals and a three-position adjustable seat that “grows” with kids. The 30”L x 23”W x 20-1/2”H vehicle accommodates kids weighing up to 60 pounds. Launch date: February 7, 2008. 1/18/2008 (Price: $40.00)

Happy Bike by REDMON

The specialty bike will be a valuable exercise tool for kids, encouraging them to engage in fun and healthy activities. The safe and fun exercise will inspire healthy lifestyle choices. Launch date: January 2008. ( Watch Video) 10/19/2007 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Space Bike by D & L COMPANY

The bike features push-and-pull handlebars, adding an exercise element to the fun. The bike accommodates up to 75 lbs. Launch date: 2007. 9/27/2007 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Big Wheel by ALPHA INTERNATIONAL INC.

Dainty but durable, the Princess big Wheel has all the same features of the Original Big Wheel®, including a 16-inch wheel for unique low-profile riding fun and an adjustable three-position seat to grow with the child.  Extra touches include bright pink and lavender styling with weather resistant Princess decals—an absolute dream come true for every little girl.  The pedal-action promotes both fun and healthy child exercise. 5/15/2007 (Price: $34.99)

Kettrike® Air Navigator by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

The Air-Navigator provides a smooth ride with a push bar included. This is a family heirloom that children through the ages will enjoy and remember fondly when their own children are riding Kettrikes. It comes with a patented 3-in-1 Auto-Freewheel Coasting Pedal system, a patented Quik-Adjust Frame with low step-through design, and oversized tubeless air tires on German-made ball bearings. The rear-wheel navigation system includes a navigator mechanism with a simple on/off switch that can activate the navigator mechanism. No cables are needed. 4/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]