Banwood
Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage
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Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage vs Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike is cheaper at $69.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Retrospec
Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike
$69.99
Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage | Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike |
|---|---|---|
| US price | — | $69.99 |
| Brand | Banwood | Retrospec |
| Released | — | — |
| Bike weight (lb) | 9.9 | — |
| Wheel size (in) | 12 | 12 |
| Seat height range (in) | 15.7-19.7 | 11-15 |
| Frame material | steel | steel |
| Tire type | air (rubber tire with inner tube) | foam (EVA, air-free/flat-free) |
| Handbrake | No | No |
| Age range | 3-5 years (not suitable under 36 months) | 18 months-4 years |
| Adjustable handlebar | No | No |
Sources — Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage: banwood.eu (verified 2026-08-11). Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike: retrospec.com (verified 2026-08-11).
What's the difference between the Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage and Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Seat height range (in): Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage 15.7-19.7 vs Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike 11-15
- Tire type: Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage air (rubber tire with inner tube) vs Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike foam (EVA, air-free/flat-free)
- Age range: Banwood Balance Bike First Go Vintage 3-5 years (not suitable under 36 months) vs Retrospec Cub 12in Kids Balance Bike 18 months-4 years