Reviews of Toys

Road racing, cyclo-cross, touring, triathlon - with kids? Once the idea was a non-starter but not any more. The British firm Islabikes has come up with the Luath, a racer specifically for children which knocks the socks of anything else on market for the price. If your child wants a road bike, then ...

If your teen is already into BMX, just hand over the cash and let them buy their own wheels - mum and dad are almost certain to get it wrong. But if they're just starting out, go for a Mongoose. It's an established brand which commands respect from riders worldwide. Mongoose BMXs also offer ...

Once your children are good and stable on two wheels and want a “proper bike with gears”, go for one of the Hotrock series by Specialized. These mini-mountain bikes are great all-rounders and will last for years. As well as being superbly built, they also ...

Ready for a bike with pedals? There are hundreds, but most are poorly made and will fall apart in no time. The Puky, however, is a brilliant bike, ideal for kids aged three to five. It’s solid, safe, fully adjustable and ...

The Like-a-Bike is the perfect first bike. Not only will it enable your kids to master the balance needed to ride a two-wheeler from a much earlier age than a traditional bike with stabilizers, but it’s an object of genuine beauty that ...

Paul Nuki is one of Britain's leading consumer journalists and is currently head of news features at The Sunday Times. He's also a father of four and long time cycle enthusiast. Here he picks out the five best bikes for kids

The Air Rage BladeRunner is an indoor radio-controlled helicopter which is remarkably easy to fly. If you picture yourself zooming around the room chasing the cats though, you're going to be disappointed, as this is no speed-demon.

"Ever wanted to just have fun with some of the gadgets you have and not worry about all the associated equipment, peripherals and what its compatible with? How about just plain ole fun? Then try these interactive characters from Spectrum Research, Inc. Aptly coined Unsound Advice Conversational Characters for those tired of listening to their wives, husbands, girl/boyfriends or the proverbial "expert" in the office; this "family" will provide you with good clean fun for hours."