Not every little boy or girl is lucky enough to have their very own pony, I know I dreamed of little else until it came true for me. How ingenious is this, to bring the make believe that bit closer to life? A range of horses' heads for children's bikes and scooters.
I just had to try one out for size and Zoe's 7th birthday seemed a perfect opportunity!
Zoe with horse power provided by Fudge
Fudge came flatpacked from http://www.handlebarheroes.co.uk and came galloping through the post to ensure he was there on the actual birthday. Top marks for friendly customer service! He was also very easy to put together - Zoe's mum astounded everyone with how quickly she was able to transform the flat version to 3-D. Simply fold, snap together and click on and you are done! The instructions are very clear but there's also a video demo on the Handlebarheroes website if you get really stuck. Attaching Fudge to the bike was also straightforward and I think he looks great on there!
Fudge is supposed to handle the wet weather well - this claim will be put to the test with a forthcoming Sky Ride Riverside Ramble coming up next weekend. According to the website, Fudge loves jumping in puddles (which is just as well really given our weather). He also likes exploring, collecting things (shiny rocks are his current favourite) and he has a sweet tooth.
The heroes come in two sizes - and are suitable for both bikes and scooters - and in a range of heads. Fudge's friends include magical unicorns and medieval steeds.
Suitable from age 3 plus. Perfectly priced at £9.99 for the heroes and £3.50 for the mini version. A very reasonable £3.50 delivery too.
Thanks to the lovely Ela at Handlebar Heroes, Fudge was joined by Thunder for the Riverside Ramble Sky Ride in Glasgow at the end of September. The weather was terrible - adverse conditions signs on the motorway terrible - and a number of participants pulled out of the Sky Ride. However, our two riders on their trusty steeds powered through the rain, wind and mud. In true British weather style, the sun was out by the time the riders returned home, so the photo below is taken then, hence the squinting at the camer! Fudge, being nearer the ground than Thunder, was the dirtier of the two, but I am sure he will clean up nicely with a little grooming. I admit to being surprised at how well they stood up to the awful conditions. Riders too! Fudge and Thunder were also both a big hit with the other participants doing the Sky Ride.
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