I am delighted to have been asked by Mums Club to review the Mookie Scuttlebug.
The Mookie Scuttlebug is a folding tricycle recommended for ages 1 -3 years and up to 20kg in weight. When I received the Ladybird Scuttlebug to review I was happy to see how compact and lightweight the box was and that it included a handle for easy carrying. The box displayed clear pictures and good descriptions of the trike and inside there were a set of very clear and simple instructions included.
I was very happy to find that I did not have to screw anything together or battle with annoying tags. I simply had to unfold the rear wheels until they locked into place and then unclip and pull the front wheel forward until it also locked – perfect for an impatient toddler! Folding the Scuttlebug was just as quick and easy, literally taking seconds to do!
After carrying the lightweight box I was a little concerned about the strength and durability of the Scuttlebug. Well, I needn’t have worried! As soon as I took the trike from the box I could instantly feel how strong and sturdy it is, (and believe me it needs to be with my ‘not so little one’!) The plastic seat is thick and well made, unlike many easily breakable toys you can buy nowadays. Textured detailing makes the seat slip resistant, whilst the legs and locking system feel strong, safe and secure, offering complete peace of mind. The colourful handle bars are conveniently positioned for a comfortable ride and help to develop steering skills.
The ladybird is a very cute character. It is really attractive to young children, being brightly coloured and including facial features to add to its appeal. The seat design features an unmistakable ladybird pattern, making it easily identifiable. Little one was delighted to be presented with his friendly ladybird and beamed with delight! He couldn’t wait to test it out!
The Scuttlebug can be used indoors and outdoors. We enjoyed testing it out on a variety of surfaces as can be seen on the photographs. The small wheels provide a smooth and quiet ride, making it easy for a little one to use when going for a walk.
One of the Scuttlebugs main features is it’s compact, foldable design, making it incredibily portable and easy to take anywhere. When folded flat the Scuttlebug can fit underneath a pushchair or easily into the boot of a car when not in use. Even when the car is packed full for our holiday my little boy will still be able to take his favourite bike as it takes up very little space.
It is a shame that we didn’t know about the Scuttlebug sooner as it is only suitable for children up to 3 years of age. My little one absolutely loves his Scuttlebug but as he is a large 2 1/2 year old he will only have a short time left to use it. I would definitely recommend buying the Scuttlebug if you have a young toddler. You won’t regret it!
