Getting training wheels taken off a bicycle is often regarded as a rite of passage for youngsters learning to ride a bike — but some kids are skipping the step altogether by using balance bikes.

Balance Bikes: The End of Training Wheels Around the world, children ages 2 to 5 are racing foot-powered two-wheelers. WSJ's Jason Gay, resident cycling expert, takes you to the track.

Or your first stack. We'll help you choose the best bike for your young cyclist, whether you're going second-hand or new, balance bike or training wheels. We bring the expertise, you bring the ...

When Michael Natividad learned to ride a bike at 7 or 8 years old, he knew his training wheels were ready to come off when he ...

Its looks are inspired by the bigger dirt bikes with off-road style fenders and large spoke wheels ... for kids who are interested in bikes and off-roading. It can be a good training bike for ...

Without Durham Public Schools bus service, some families are turning to bike trains to get students to school.