If you’re growing a mini-hipster, you can now buy them a penny-farthing balance bike

If you’re growing a mini-hipster, you can now buy them a penny-farthing balance bike

Authentic replica penny-farthings for kids

Richards of England creates authentic replica penny-farthing balance bikes

Mildred Locke

Published: October 26, 2018 at 11:01 pm

You don’t have to be a parent to enjoy the novelty of these miniature penny-farthings.

Richards of England (not to be confused with the classic car restoration company) is a small outfit based in East Yorkshire. It gets its name from its master machine-builder, Christian Richards, who hand builds replica penny-farthings for sale and hire.

Recently he tried his hand at something different, and thus the children’s penny-farthing balance bike was born.

The bike is designed for children aged 3–6 years, and has a 14in wheel with a traditional solid rubber tyre for both easy maintenance and authenticity. It also features Victorian-style wooden grips and a traditional handmade leather saddle.

The penny-farthing balance bike is handmade to order and costs £299. International shipping is available.

Mildred Locke

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Mildred’s a utilitarian cyclist at heart, determined to do everything on two wheels, whether it’s shopping, commuting or moving house. She’s spent the past three years volunteering as a mechanic and workshop coordinator at the Bristol Bike Project, and now sits on its board of directors. Her expertise in bikes — and what people want out of them — comes from working in real-world bike shops and learning the ins and outs of the industry. At home on slicks and knobblies alike, Mildred’s ideal ride covers long distances through remote countryside, on mixed terrain that offers a bit of crunch. She’s easily won over by steel frames coupled with a 650B/plus-tyre combo, and is currently riding a Surly Bridge Club.
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