Teen Adult Scooter One NL 205-180 Duo Two Wheel Scooter, Big Wheels, Reinforced Body Support up to 220lbs, 8 yrs up

It really blew me away how sturdy and well built this scooter is. I don't know that it's a great starter because it's meant more for travel than anything else. The only minor gripe I'd say is that it's a clunker, but on the same hand also a positive. I would avoid bad sidewalks, definitely worth the price and great for taller riders.

Love the design of this scooter. The folding mechanism is 2nd to none and easy to work. It also has a 'stand' position if you want to leave it upright. Obviously the brake over the rear wheel needs a good bit of welly if you need to stop quickly but does the job grand. It has adjustable handle bars which can be detached easily for more flat packing. Bought for teenage daughter and she loves it. Very happy.

It's good fun! It folds away easily and is reasonably lightweight but has a solid feel to it. Pretty quick too. Naturally without suspension or cushioned tyres it passes lots of vibrations from bumpy surfaces, but adjust the handlebar height and it will be less strenuous on the wrists.

Not as well made as the same model Globber purchased from Smyth's toystore, but it was like £40 cheaper.