# Unicycle Child Bikes The Mountain Buggy 'Unirider' Child's Bike Increases Overall Balance By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childs-bike References: [blessthisstuff](http://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/living/toys/unirider/) & [mountainbuggy](https://mountainbuggy.com/us/products/unirider) The Mountain Buggy 'Unirider' is essentially a [child's bike trainer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycletraining-gadgets-rawrrs-wheelie-helper-is-the-perfect-practice-to) that will help young ones to increase their overall [sense of balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inmotion-v9) and have fun doing so. The Mountain Buggy 'Unirider' features an extended handle that is held by an adult and used to push the device forward. The child balanced on the front wheel portion in order that is outfitted with a seat and a handlebar to let them feel more independent as they increase their overall motor skills. The Mountain Buggy 'Unirider' child's bike is suitable for [children aged two to five](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-bikes) and can accommodate up to 55-pounds of weight. This makes the Mountain Buggy 'Unirider' ideal for short trips in the neighborhood or when heading out on a day trip. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Child Balance Bikes:** The market for balance bikes for young children that are both safe and fun is growing. - **Adult-child Balance Training Devices:** There is a growing trend of training devices that help both children and adults to improve their balance. - **Multi-functional Child Mobility Devices:** Manufacturers are developing mobility devices for toddlers and young children that are fun to use and help with multiple motor skills. ### Where This Applies - **Childcare:** Childcare centers can use these types of bikes as a fun way to help develop motor skills in their students. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation companies can market these devices as a fun way for families to enjoy the outdoors while developing motor skills. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy companies can expand their offerings to include these types of balance bikes that help with a child's development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Child-Friendly Balance Training Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super73-k1d.md) - [Advanced Toddler Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toddler-bike.md) - [Senior-Suited Balance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-balance-bike.md) - [STEM-Inspired Balance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-bike1.md) - [Kid-Friendly Training E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-electric-balance-bike.md) - [Designer Kids Training Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Costway-Kids-Bike.md) - [Child-Toting Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ouca-bikes.md) - [Kid-Friendly Motorized Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/himiway-c1.md) - [Easy-to-Balance Youth E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-kinder-pro.md)