For bigger kids, the Razor RipRider 360 is more fun and easier to use. For bigger kids, the Schwinn Roadster Tricycle 12-Inch is a shiny, gorgeous tricycle that’s fast and fun to ride. It’s low to the ground, with more of a Big Wheel style than you typically see in a metal trike.
This single speed adult trike is extremely easy to maintain and perfect for cruising along at your own pace in relatively flat areas. It has a large, foldable basket that’s great for carrying bags of groceries or hauling anything else you might need. You can choose from a wide range of colors, including red, black cherry and periwinkle blue. It’s available in a choice of 24- or 26-inch wheel sizes, which is great for riders of all heights. This tricycle comes with a canopy, a wide push handle for parents (it’s reasonably adjustable for caregivers of different heights), a wraparound tray and cupholder, and a storage bucket.
Like the Radio Flyer tricycle, this one has a lot of parts, but the instructions are a bit clearer, and the required tools are included. This versatile trike will grow with your child, converting from a stroller alternative to a big-kid trike they can steer on their own. It comes packed with accessories and has an easy-to-use harness. Best suited for easy-going rides around the neighborhood, just give the reliable 3-speed shifter a twist to smoothly shift gears and make pedaling easy on gentle hills. The prevention would be to store the bike in a garage or inside, and to rinse the transmission off after every winter ride – I see a bit of corrosion there which could indicate the cause.
The deep solid mesh basket on the back of the Meridian has plenty of room to hold cargo securely as you ride. The Schwinn Meridian comes with a large rear-folding basket to help you lug around that haul of groceries or even a picnic basket for a trip to the park. Just note that the trike’s basket is not suitable for carrying pets, kids or other passengers. To decide which speed option is best for you, think about the terrain you’re going to be riding and what you might need. If you know you’ll be going uphill, downhill, through mud or difficult terrain, opt for a 7-speed. If you’re just going to and from the grocery store on a flat piece of land, a 1-speed is sufficient.
The high handlebars and step-through frame are better for riders who experience back pain. Sitting in an upright position puts less stress on the lower back. The rider has less risk of strain when getting on and off the Meridian. The rider and cargo combined should be up to 300 lbs for the 24- model and up to 350 lbs for the 26- model.
It took 40 minutes to build the Radio Flyer 4-in-1 Stroll ’N Trike; that was longer than it took to build many of the trikes we tested. The long build time is due to the fact schwinn tricycle that this trike has so many parts; this makes it versatile, but it’s also a pain. The tools needed—a Phillips head screwdriver, a hammer, and a wrench—are not included.
The wheels are aluminum alloy with stainless steel spokes. The frame does add to the overall weight of the tricycle. The Schwinn Meridian is made of a quality aluminum frame.
We enjoyed its three-second fold, padded straps, and sleek look. Like our top pick, this one converts to multiple stages. But this trike is more than triple the cost of our top pick. And the push bar is also more loosely attached than that of our runner-up pick; this made it difficult for an adult to push the Liki in a straight path, especially one-handed. This tricycle has four modes, for kids of different ages, and ample accessories, and it rides well on many different surfaces. This trike is an updated version of the 4-in-1 Stroll ’N Trike we tested for a previous iteration of this guide.
Air-filled tires and a low center of gravity make this trike easy to ride. The tires are air-filled, like a bicycle’s, so this three-wheeled baby can tear up some ground. It weighs 17½ pounds, and it has a low center of gravity, which prevents tips and allows the trike to take corners.