The Propain Bam Bam on Test

The Propain Bam Bam balance bike throws a fist pump to all the little shredders heading from preschool straight to the trails. With its tough frame, legit MTB components, and chunky knobby tires, this off-road-ready ride clearly isn’t made just for pavement. But how does the Bam Bam actually perform in our test?

This individual review is part of a group test of ten balance bikes. Head this way for our
buyer’s guide and an overview of the test field.

Propain Bam Bam | Weight: 4,44 kg | Price: € 179
Recommended inseam length: 39–47,5 cm | Manufacturer’s Website

It’s not just the name, but also the wide handlebars that give it away: the Propain Bam Bam is built for bigger adventures. Mounted on a rugged aluminum frame, the wide cockpit ensures maximum stability, and premium SIXPACK components – straight from the MTB scene – give it real trail cred. Add in knobbly VEE Tires and it’s: let’s shred!

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laufrad test quick guide kids bikes Propain Bam Bam DOWNTOWN WEB 6 600x400 — Small but usually sufficient – though it gets slippery when wet.

laufrad test quick guide kids bikes Propain Bam Bam DOWNTOWN WEB 3 600x400 — Pure MTB vibes: wide handlebar, chunky cockpit.

The seatstays wrap around the frame, doubling as footrests and providing a bit of built-in protection. But once the little rider’s soles get muddy or wet, things get slippery. A strip of grip tape would help here as a DIY hack!

As the rider’s skills progress, you can add a disc brake. While this suits the bike’s character, it’s arguably overkill for a balance bike, adding unnecessary weight. Even without the brake, the Bam Bam tips the scales at 4.44 kg, making it one of the heavier bikes on test. On smooth surfaces, that MTB flair comes at the cost of agility. Still, at € 179 (brake not included), it’s a solid deal for a rugged little ripper with serious off-road potential.

laufrad test quick guide kids bikes Propain Bam Bam DOWNTOWN WEB 9 600x400 — Chunky VEE tires provide off-road grip.

The Propain Bam Bam on test comes with a mount for disc brakes. — Disc brakes? You can if you want.

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Conclusion

The Propain Bam Bam may be slightly too heavy and sluggish for cruising around the neighborhood, but off-road is where it really comes alive. That’s where its premium MTB components, knobby tires, and rugged build truly shine. With a little DIY grip tape on the frame, this affordable off-road balance bike is a solid choice for future trail shredders.