Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter

Reviews of Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter

1.) Best scooter for preschoolers on the market!!!
Reviewed by: Jeff's Jen Raleigh, NC United States
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I searched and searched for the perfect scooter for my little boy and I found it!! This little scooter is his absolute favorite thing we own. The 3 big wheels ride so smooth over rough roads or our carpet. He rides this thing all over the house all day long pretending to "drive" to different places. I bought it for him to get some exercise and he has come up with 100 different ways to use it for pretending- who knew? My son never gets tired of riding this scooter- he loves doing it inside and on nice days he loves taking it out just as much. The bell is really the icing on the cake too- he loves being able to ding at me to get out of the way!! This thing was worth every single penny.

2.) Great old fashioned little red scooter
Reviewed by: K. Burns
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Our daughter wanted a scooter for her fifth birthday. I was very pleased to find this solid, sturdy, Radio Flyer model. (I am especially glad to avoid buying a scooter with a licensed-character on it.) She was ecstatic when she received it and couldn't wait to ride it. She caught on very quickly and loves zooming around on it. The included streamers and bell are a great bonus. As far as educational value, she is learning coordination and judgment and safety skills. Regarding durability, she has used it nearly every day for one month and it is holding up very well.


3.) Perfect 1st scooter for 4 year olds girl & boy
Reviewed by: HKC The Woodlands, TX
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We got this Radio Flyer Scooter for my daughters 4th birthday and LOVE it. Sturdy and well built. My 4 year old nephew loves to ride it also. At first i thought my daughter was too young, but once she figured it out, its amazing to see 4 year olds with developing motor skills. They take it outside all the time, down the driveway, over the grass with the large wheels. Now that its cold outside, we've wiped the wheels clean and it runs around the house, over the slate tile and even carpet. Great excercise and my daughter has given up her tricycle.

4.) Terrific scooter
Reviewed by: MOM Chicago
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Wow... My four year old grandson LOVES this scooter. I looks like it is sturdy enough to go through a number of my granchildren. The adgustable handle hight is very helpful.

5.) Great toy!
Reviewed by: MamaB Nebraska, USA
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Our three year old sees the big-kid scooters and always wants one and since those are always too big we got him this alternate. He loves it and it's a great size for now and to grow a little!

6.) Even my 1 year old wants to play with this!
Reviewed by: angstrom Phoenix, AZ
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Bought this as a bribe toy for potty training my 2 1/2 yr old. He love's it, the neighbor kid has one too and they both look so cute riding this scooter. It's very sturdy and fun for the kids...even my 1 yr 2 month old can stand and hold the handle bars with out falling, though he hasn't figured out how to make it move, yet. Definitely a classic toy.

7.) Love Little Red!
Reviewed by: Betty Davis Leesburg, VA
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My 4 year old daughter loves this little red scooter. She feels like a big girl when she rides scooters with the other 8 year olds of the neighborhood. I feel it is safer for her as a young child because of the 2 wheels on the back, versus the normal one on a scooter.

8.) little red scooter ... exactly
Reviewed by: Col Intervale, NH
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This was a gift for our five year old son who has some gross motor delays (as part of his autism package), and it was perfect. His younger brother, almost three, who does not have motor delays (but is a bit clumsy) took to it right away, too.

Because of its classically attractive design, it looks more "grown-up" which, in my son's eyes, is a bonus. The scooter is also sturdy and stable and, so far, has proven durable. I've even briefly tried it with all of my 190 lbs (far exceeding its stated maximum).

It picks up just enough speed, not too much, before having to kick-off again so it's a great first scooter. Even so, other five year olds with the skills to balance, kick off, steer, stop and ding the bell also had fun on this scooter at my son's fifth birthday party. However, if your kid can handle a bit more speed (and you can handle the danger element), you may want to choose another scooter.

So far, it has seen use mostly indoors. In the summer, when the ground dries out, I think it'll ride over packed dirt trails and non-irrigated lawns well enough. But, again, there are probably other scooters that are truly meant to do the off-road thing.

The abosolute best part about the scooter is that my boy loves it. He has had it for over a month and still scoots with a smile almost daily. He has even been known to take it to bed with him (which is strange ... but cute nonetheless).


9.) LOVE IT! great FIRST scooter! Get the wooden one!
Reviewed by: Jordan's Mommy Jordan's nursery, CT USA
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We originally bought the plastic version of the Radio Flyer, and I returned it after doing a bit more research. This wooden version is just a few bucks more, and the difference is incredible. The value is great, and the scooter is nicely built. It's durable, it's easy to use, and it's the perfect size for our 3yr old son. The one thing I would fix, if I were able to is the handle bars: they can spin a complete 360 degrees around, and sometimes it's hard for my son to turn.. but he'll get past that with practice. I gave it 5 stars for "educational value" because it's helping with his balance and control. We love it!

10.) BRINGING BACK THE GOOD OLD DAYS
Reviewed by: TITIANA WILLIAMSTOWN, MA
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AS A CHILD I HAD A SCOOTER AND ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. WHEN I SAW RADIO FLYER MADE ONE FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN I WAS THRILLED. I AM THE GRANDMOTHER OF TWO SPECIAL LITTLE GIRLS WITH AUTISM SO IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE TOYS I BUY THEM SERVE A DUAL PURPOSE - FUN AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY. THESE STURDY LITTLE SCOOTERS PROVIDE JUST THAT. ASSEMBLY IS SIMPLE AND QUICK.
VERY NICE FOR CHILDREN IN THE 2-5 AGE RANGE

11.) Great for kids developing gross motor skills
Reviewed by: M. Lujan New Mexico, USA
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What I like most about this toy is that it is sturdy and stable. The three wheel design allows for greater balance and control. I bought this for my 5 year old who has some motor challenges and she loves it. The simple color scheme is great because it helps her feel mature (as opposed to similar scooters with preschool cartoon character). She has difficulty riding a bike but likes to play outdoors. This scooter has helped boost her confidence while building her strength and coordination. She enjoys it alot. My 4 year old niece (without motor difficulties) also liked playing with it. Great toy for the price.

12.) Wonderful!
Reviewed by: Maggie
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Our three-year-old granddaughter loves this scooter. It is so much better quality than most of the lightweight scooters and was very easy to put together. The wheels move freely and she can really get going fast on it. The foot board is thicker and wider than most others which makes it easier for a toddler to stay on it. And the board has rough "gripping" strips on the foot board so a child doesn't slip off easily.

This is a superior product.

13.) My daughter LOVED this scooter!!!
Reviewed by: Missy S. Rutland, MA
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My daughter who is 4 loved receiving this scooter for Christmas. We were afraid she's be disappointed because it wasn't a "Princess" scooter but she adored it and rode it all around the house Christmas Day. Very durable. Sturdy. Solid as a rock. Tassles are cute. Thick wheels. Super quality. I love Radio flyer products! We have the wagon and the tricycle. Both are wonderful!

14.) 5-year-old loves this
Reviewed by: Bill Murrell Riverton, WY
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We purchased this for our son's fifth birthday in hopes it would be tall enough for him. The handlebar height is just fine. He has some developmental delays, so the big-kid scooters are just too much for him. He can handle this one quite well. He hasn't progressed to rolling along very fast yet, but he does love practicing on it so far and does get a bit of a roll going. I would certainly recommend it, especially for kids with some physical challenges or balance issues.

15.) Lots of fun!
Reviewed by: R. Roemen Iowa, USA
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I purchased this as a gift for my daughter's 4th birthday. She was very happy and has played with it alot! The scooter is good quality and just the right size for my daughter.

16.) Great fun at a great price
Reviewed by: S. G. Bigenho
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Easy to assemble (came partially assembled already). Handlebars adjust to the height of your child. Easy to maneuver. And NOT PINK! This will get a lot of use. Perfect for those children who are not ready to balance on traditional 2-wheeled scooters. Worth every penny.

17.) Perfect for a 4 year old
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Of the Radio Flyer line, this is the most appropriate scooter for the 4 year old age. It has the 3 wheels needed for balance but looks and feels like the two-wheel type (which is important when they trying to keep up with the older siblings). Santa did good this year!

18.) Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter is GREAT!
Reviewed by: lsb Syracuse, NY, USA
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Santa brought this to my 4 year old daughter. It is great! She rides it all over the downstairs of our house, because it's winter here. She quickly understood how to ride it. It is very adorable, durable and very well made. The details (bell, strings from handlebars, sandpaper like foot area) are an added extra. The design is also great. I also like the height adjustment feature. For someone (me) that is very difficult to satisfy and always finding the negative or flaws, or how something could of been better, this is something I'm more than satisfied with.

19.) A great low-tech toy.
Reviewed by: Nancy Canu Staten Island, NY United States
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The scooter came partially assembled, which was great, and the handlebar height adjustment was simple to do. For a three year old, the wide stable platform was perfect. We've bought other Radio Flyer items, and have always been pleased by the quality and longevity.

20.) Reviews were so helpful
Reviewed by: S. O'Connor
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I purchased this scooter for my 3 year old nephew but it was "from Santa".
I purchased it based on the customer reviews and because I liked it. I was especially delighted with the packing since it came in a big sack tied with a green ribbon, definitely from Santa. It was a big success the bell was the cherry on top. Thank you!

21.) You can always bank on Radio Flyer
Reviewed by: Marge Simpson
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This is a great little toy. Very easy to use, durable, and super cute. The mechanism to change the handlebar height is a little cumbersome, but how often are you going to do that? I love that the bolts on the wheels have caps on them. Some of the scooters we looked at were ankle-destroyers.

22.) Jackson Loves His Radio Flyer Scooter
Reviewed by: Two Little Chicks
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I was a little leery at first to buy this because I have a 4 year old but I have been more than please with this product. I thought at first it may be a little too baby for him but it's not. He can use this for a few more years and then pass it on to my daughter.

The three wheels make it steady for slightly clumsy children. It comes with a bell and the handle can move up and down as they grow. It is very durable with the wooden foot rest. I would highly recommend this product to any parent. It even fits in our car with no hassle. I have room to pack our suitcases and beach equipment around it.

Great buy!


23.) very nice scooter
Reviewed by: happy mom
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this is great for a young child. my two yr. old learned on it and loves it. rides it in our basement and outside. It has plenty of room for feet.
Perfect gift

24.) Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter
Reviewed by: W. Wallace
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I first purchased a Dora Scooter for my daughter and it was broken in the box, when I got a replacement it was broken in the box also. So I spent a little more an bought the Radio Flyer - my daughter loves it and has been playing with it constantly. It is much better constructed than the Dora Scooter and I would recommend it to anyone with young childern.

25.) My Grandson Loved It!
Reviewed by: "Saving Tampa" and "Twilight" Florida Keys
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If you want to make a hit with your grand kids, this will help. My grandson loves it!

26.) Wow!! What a great toy for my son!!
Reviewed by: mom of two
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I bought this last week used for my 18 month old son and he is zooming around like a pro. I love how easy it is for him to feel like a big boy on this great toy. The only downfall is that he has started peeling off the non-skid stickers. Other than that, it's great!

27.) Classic Toys are (afterall) the Best!
Reviewed by: country grannie Tulsa, OK USA
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This scooter has brought just as much enjoyment to my grandchildren as it did to me....and that was 54 years ago! The kids just seem to always gravitate to more traditional toys, in spite of all the high-tech options they have in their toy closets and toy chests. Everytime I have given one of my grandchildren their very own Radio Flyer Scooter, it has turned out to be the one gift they are most excited about....whether it has been for a birthday or at Christmas!

28.) SO glad I bought my 4 year old this scooter!
Reviewed by: Just Ducky! Eastern seaboard
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My little one wanted a scooter so I shopped around and saw that many of the ones around are kind of flimsy.
I saw this one and have bought Radio Flyer's products in the past, so I thought I'd try it. It also got very good reviews here and on ToysRUs.

It is excellent. There is some assembly required, nothing major, but it is a sturdy, safe, fantastic scooter. The wheels move beautifully, but not as fast as a Razor.

She loves it and plays with it every single day since she got it.

29.) lasts and lasts
Reviewed by: Julia Collins usa
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i have given this to my friends daughter after my son using it for a year. Still in great condition. Much better than those plastic ones i've seen in the park. Its doesnt seem to pick up much speed though and slows down quickly but hey, for a first timer.....its good.

30.) great value
Reviewed by: momto2 Reston, VA
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We have had this scooter for about 6 years, and it's been used heavily by 2 preschoolers. Our kids both started riding it at age 2, and moved on to 2-wheel scooters by age 4 because of the coordination they built on this scooter. It is still in good shape, and has plenty of life left in it - very durable compared to the plastic ones. I would highly recommend this scooter!

31.) xmas present
Reviewed by: mbsc south carolina
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Got this scooter for my 2year old for christmas. It is very solid and well worth the cost. He loves it and the little bell that comes on it was a big hit. We are very pleased with the Radio Flyer inventory so far. We have a few other items which is why we went with another one.

32.) radio flyer scooter
Reviewed by: Ray Garcia
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Item packaged well, arrived on a timely basis, grandchild loves her toy, and it was a smooth transaction. Thanks. Ray arenasart.com

33.) Great scooter for little ones!
Reviewed by: Ms. Tiffany Norton Monroe, WA
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Santa brought this for my son 5 years ago and now my 4 year old daughter uses it. It has held up great and works really well for younger kids because of the 3 wheel design. It's very stable and had treads to keep your feet from slipping. The size is just right for a 3-5 year old. I have even used it and it's really sturdy.

34.) Gender neutral, well built scooter!
Reviewed by: Mother of Two Cuties Lake Forest, CA USA
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This scooter is great for 2-5 year-olds. It is well built, attractive, and fun. However, I only gave it 4 stars because the sand paper-like grip for little feet that is attached to the base is already coming off of one of the scooters- after only 2 weeks of use. Other than that, we are very happy with our scooters and so are my boys!

35.) Radio flyer scooter
Reviewed by: Nelda C. Gillilan Rockwall, TX USA
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The Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter is a great 3-wheeler for learners;however, the age 3-7 years is not appropriate. My grandson is an average height 4-year-old, but the scooter is too short for him. This is more for 2-3 years old size. The base is a little short, and the handlebars do not raise high enough for a child over 36" tall.

36.) Nice little scooter
Reviewed by: Lori L. Quenzer Baker, MT USA
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Our 3 year old daughter seems to love it and is able to use it. It's nice & durable and should last a while. It was super easy to put together. Radio Flyer has made another high quality toy!

37.) Cute Little Scooter
Reviewed by: Amy Elizabeth Gibb Gish, Esq. Pennsylvania, USA
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Overall this should prove to hold up really well. It arrived with some cosmetic damages (noticeable chunk of wood missing on the edge of the foot board and some of the non-skid decal was also missing). I was surprised to see something like that make it through the inspectors. However, we figure that it will get more than enough scrapes during use. It was easy to assemble and the wheels are a nice quality. The finishing is not the highest quality and I was disapointed to see that the bell doesn't really "ring", it's just a piece of plastic that you pull back and release to hit the metal dome.

38.) Fun, but one bad part
Reviewed by: F. Delboy Chestertown, MD
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I bought this scooter for my 3 year old daughter for her birthday, after reading many reviews on this one and others. This Radio Flyer seemed to be the best. When she first got it,it was great and she loved it. Her brother, 4 years old, loved it too (many fights:). However, a month later, they don't ride it as much, or very little. The red cap that covers a screw on the rear wheel is in the way, or sticks out too far and they hit it with their ankle when they push off (both sides are the same). So bad, that they both had a bruise on their ankle. I have been trying to figure out how I can either change their style of riding or get rid of one of the red caps. Haven't figured out what to do yet. I think it is very well made and sturdy. Steering and turning is easy. Good exercise! We did have it in the house when she first got it. They love the little bell and streamers. Except for the caps, I have been happy with this purchase.

39.) Great scooter
Reviewed by: D. B. Leonnig
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This scooter pleased my 4 1/2-year-old daughter immensely. Then she grew tired of pushing it...it doesn't seem to coast very far without the need for more kicking off. She's in normal athletic range. But otherwise it is great looking and durable and stable.

40.) Great gift for age 4!
Reviewed by: IDB Mom Texas
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I bought this for my daughter's 4th birthday and it was perfect. Adjustable height, easy to assemble and durable. I knew Radio Flyer had a good reputation for its products so I felt confident by ordering it online. I wish it had a matching helmet but we found one close to the colors. Overall, best gift!

41.) fun scooter
Reviewed by: brownie mom Charlotte, NC USA
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I originally got this scooter for my 3 year old daughter, but my 7 year old likes it as well. They have only had it in the kitchen so far, but it seems to be durable enough that it will do well outside too. It was pretty easy to assemble as well. Of note, my 7 year old isn't very big so I think that is why it is good for her too.

42.) Great scooter!
Reviewed by: Sally Jones Newport Beach, CA
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This Radio Flyer scooter has been great! It was easy to assemble and my son (who's 3.5) loves it. I highly recommend it for those that have some scooter experience as I noticed my son's friend who hasn't "scooted" much didn't do as well. Overall, it's a great toy for the $.

43.) Cute
Reviewed by: Mommy of Two Columbus, GA
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My son received this as a Christmas gift when he was 2 yrs. old. Good size to start out w/ and the bell is a big hit. Cute w/ the tassles and I like the fact that the bottom part is wood. Only dislike was that my son likes to ride it in the kitchen (we have a big one) and the wheels don't have any tread on them so it slips on the hardwood floor. Great for anywhere else & I would definitely recommend to others.

44.) radio flyer scooter
Reviewed by: pfrista Cleveland, OH USA
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This was purchased as a gift for a 5-year old, which could be a little late depending on the experience level of the child. The scooter is sturdy and provides good balance for a child who doesn't ride a two-wheeler yet. The scooter is on the small side.

45.) radio flyer scooter
Reviewed by: HP
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we bought this and the razor scooter at the same time for xams gifts. both are nice, but the razor was easier to assemble (although assembly was not hard for either). ride quality of the razor was better probably due to the use of roller blade like wheels on the razor.

46.) Not too sturdy, but newphew loved it!
Reviewed by: T. Clemons Los Angeles, CA
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This was a gift for my nephew for Christmas, he loved it! I think it could have been a bit more sturdy, however for the price, I got what I paid for.

47.) Back wheels leave huge bruises
Reviewed by: ch_everyounce Santa Monica, CA United States
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My three year old loves scooters and is getting pretty good at riding one. The only problems with this scooter, which is well made and durable, are that it's too short for kids over 3 years (deck length, not height), and the back wheel configuration means that if they go outside and try to ride more than just around the living room, they will get a huge egg on their ankle from pushing the scooter then trying to bring their foot onto the deck.

Other reviews mention the scooter being too short, but I thought they meant height, and since my child is smaller than average, I thought it wouldn't be a problem. What the reviewers have correctly identified is a deck that is way too short for children over 3.

In addition to not having enough room on the board part of the scooter, my child keeps knocking his foot and ankle into the widely placed back wheels. He has average motor skills, but we have to get him a new scooter, after just one month, because he's black and blue from bashing into the back wheels on rides around the neighborhood. he doesn't have this problem in the house, because he doesn't get enough successive strides to get going in a rhythm inside. Based on trials with other kids' scooters at the playground, we're going to get a Kick rather than a Razor or another Radio Flyer.

The price is right on this scooter, if you can deal with the tears and the huge purple ankle welts in the bathtub...

48.) Heavy, hard to manoevre; it rots in the basement
Reviewed by: Mother Brown
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Grandma got this for my daughter's 3rd birthday. She was excited to get it, but we have barely used it. It is very heavy and hard for daughter to use. When we attempt to take it out, she rides it for a couple of blocks, then gets tired; then I end up having to schlepp it home. I wish we had the Micro Mini scooter instead, which daughter has tried at friends' houses; much lighter, better scooter; the two wheels at front is a much better design. Worth spending more for a better scooter, if you want it actually to be used.

49.) radio flyer scooter
Reviewed by: Sally Snell
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I thought this scooter would be ideal for my five year old granddaughter but unfortunately she has hit her ankle on the rear wheel bolt several times which makes her reluctant to use it. Maybe the designers could look at recessing the bolt so that this does not happen. Otherwise, it is well built but this is a major issue.

50.) Not tall enough for a seven year old
Reviewed by: Kathy Sherwood, OR
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I bought this scooter for my granddaughter's 4th birthday. It was just the right size for her, but this was at the tallest setting. I don't think it will last more than a year for her. 7 year old is way past the appropriate size for this one. I was happy with how sturdy it was and it looked nice, but would have preferred it to really grow with the child as the description indicated, at least until age 7 as indicated.

51.) Back wheels get in the way
Reviewed by: Mary Austin, TX USA
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My 5 year old wanted a scooter like her brother's, but she isn't quite ready for a razor scooter. So I got her this one. After scraping her ankle on the back wheels numerous times, she is now very reluctant to ride it. The back wheels jut out quite far. If you want a 3-wheel scooter, I recommend getting one with the two wheels in the front.

52.) Scooter size and age of child is deceiving
Reviewed by: Deb West Virginia
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I am very disappointed with this scooter. Maybe ok for a 3 year old but much older than that it's not. Age says 3-7 and that is not correct. I bought this for my 6 y/o and it is way to small for her.

Features of Radio Flyer Little Red Scooter

For your young scooter enthusiast, there's the Little Red Scooter from Radio Flyer. This sturdy and sporty ride-on is sized just right for young riders and has added features that ensure safe and fun riding. The extra-wide wooden deck is covered with strips of grip tape to help children keep their footing. The scooter's solid, thick rubber wheels provide excellent balance and make for a smooth ride, and its grooved handle grips are easy for little hands to grasp. Plus, the handlebars are decked-out with sporty tassels that blow in the breeze as your child flies by. Also features a bell mounted to the handlebar and a Radio Flyer plate on the front. Measures approximately 24" x 9" x 27".

1.) Sturdy steel construction can stand up to even the roughest riders;
2.) Wooden platform has no-slip grip tread;
3.) Adjustable handlebar allows this scooter to grow with your child;
4.) Handlebar tassels and working bell are cool and exciting;
5.) High performance molded wheels;

Package Height x Length x Width: 21.65 in. x 21.65 in. x 11.02 in.
Package Weight: 9.59 lbs.

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