Kettrike Happy Navigator Air

We got this tricycle for our 13 month old grandson who's tiring of his stroller for our morning walks. We got the canopy pushbar, the feet paddles (no spokes in the tires for toes to get caught in), the bell and the basket, too (not pictured as we put it on later used plastic zip ties to secure it on the handlebar so he can't tip it off). This trike is easy to put together, very well made and durable we expect this to last Jaden 'til he graduates to a bicycle. The "rideability" is comfortable enough for our 3 mile walks and it is easy to steer for him. He loves the bell! We opted for this model because of the quiet, smooth riding rubber air tires and it's worth the extra expense!

UPDATE February 2013: Grandson (almost 4) now graduating to a 2 wheeler with trainers this has been a great ride since he was 13 months old and still looks/works good as new! See pictures from "no more stroller" to "been a great ride"!

I tried the lower priced model first because it was about $100 less but ended up moving up to the Happy Navigator Air Trike. We are very pleased with the product. Assembly was fairly easy, even though the instructions suck.

The quality of this trike is miles above the first model we tried. Adjustments for size of child take seconds and the air tires make it smoother and quieter both indoor and out.

Our grandson is a special needs child and this will serve as a great training device. The free-wheeling feature works very well and the adjustments will make this trike last for years for him. Most important though is how well it works now.

Very well built, solid, and good design.

I would recommend this one if you can afford it and suggest the toe clips.

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We purchased this trike for our 15 month old son for Christmas after camping with some friends who had one. It has become our son's favorite toy!! Being able to steer for him is awesome (he still thinks he is the one in control).

It's a little pricey, but well worth it. It is really well made and durable. Seems like it will last for years!

In fact, we saw one at a garage sale a few weeks ago that was about four years old. Although it had seen alot of use, it was still in great shape!

Definitely recommend this product!!

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The designers of this trike solved virtually every shortcoming one would find in a trike. Most of the great features are described by other reviewers so I won't repeat them here but definitely spring for the "Air" Navigator that comes with real rubber tires. Plastic tires won't last. What I will address is the negative reviews which stem from either a lack of understanding about how the trike works or an incorrect assembly. First, this trike will absolutely allow your child to pedal, brake, or coast. That's what the 3-in-1 Auto-Freewheel was designed for. The reviewers who claim their child can't pedal haven't bothered to adjust the front wheel so the pedals rotate. Notice that the guy with the review: "so glad i didn't pay full price for this glorified stroller" bought his at a estate sale? He probably bought a different model without the Auto-Freewheel function! I recommend going to the Kettler website and watching the video. It will quickly show you how to adjust the trike because as many reviewers accurately state, the directions leave much to be desired. Everything is pictorial rather than explained in words. Second, the handle bars, if properly installed and tightened, do not "rotate freely." I would imagine everything would need re-tightening after some use which is basically applicable to any product that has a screw! I find the parent steering to work very well. Before I engaged this feature I tried steering without it and it's difficult. Most importantly, my 2 year old son loves it and because of the quality construction and adjustability, he will use it for years, easily justifying the $239 price tag.

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The Kettrike Happy Navigator is in another league. German Engineering for the little ones!

This tricyles is durable, very well made, sturdy, and strong. It looks and feels like a bike that will be in the family for a long time. It is also very versatile-you can lock the steering and control everything with the push bar when your little one is younger and then unlock the steering and remove the push bar as your child grows. The tricycle can easily be adjusted as children grow taller and need more leg room.

Highlights:

1) Real tires-this makes for a smooth, quiet ride and longer lasting tricycle

2) Three point harness-outstanding safety feature

3) Our little guy loves the basket in back-perfect for collecting leaves and pinecones on our walks.

4) Metal frame-super sturdy and durable

Worth every penny. Be sure to remember a helmet!

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