Name: Radio Flyer Air Ride
Brand: Radio Flyer
Rating: 83 (85 reviews)

83/100

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Users (81 ratings)

Experts (1 review)

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Facts

Gender

Boys, Girls

Type

Non-Electric, Balance, Kids, Toddlers

Release Year

Brand

Wheel Size

Gearing Type

Weight

7.52 lb

Suspension

None

Brake Type

None

Frame Material

Steel

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Radio Flyer Air Ride. In summary, this is what cyclists think. Updated May 18, 2026 by Rachel Rushing.

6 reasons to buy

Two reviewers say the Air Ride holds up well after a year of use, and owners find the bike sturdy.
Both the saddle and handlebar heights are adjustable.
Buyers and reviewers appreciate the easy assembly.
At just 7.52lb, the Air Ride is lightweight for a steel-framed balance bike.
Radio Flyer backs the bike with a two-year warranty if owners register it within a year of purchase.
Radio Flyer offers replacement parts for this balance bike including the saddle, seat clamp, and grips.

4 reasons not to buy

A reviewer reports play in the seatpost despite tightening the bolt. Several owners note the same issue with the handlebars.
With a maximum load capacity of 50lb, the Air Ride may not fit kids at the high end of the stated age range.
Several buyers report dirty, missing, or damaged components upon arrival.
Parents say the grip on the footrests wears off easily.

Bottom line

Radio Flyer’s Air Ride is a balance bike designed for children aged 18 months to 5 years. The bike earns praise for its relatively low weight, easy assembly, and durable build. The pneumatic tires provide good grip and comfort. The seatpost and handlebar heights are adjustable, but owners complain that they slip repeatedly. The 50lb weight limit is lower than competing balance bikes, but overall, reviewers think the Radio Flyer Air Ride offers good value.