Radio Flyer Classic Red Dual Deck Tricycle
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Radio FlyerBrand: Radio Flyer
Release Date: 2007-07-01
Model: 33
Color: Red
Product features:
- The sturdy steel design and rubber tires make this tricycle durable and easy to ride
- Chrome bell and handle tassels are fun and stylish
- A controlled turning radius and low center of gravity make this tricycle easy for little ones to ride
- This Tricycle won Parents Choice Classic Award, Parents Guide to Children's Media Award, The National parenting Centers Seal of Approval
- This product is made by Radio Flyer, innovating play and creating memories since 1917
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Toys and Games Reviews of Radio Flyer Classic Red Dual Deck Tricycle
Customer Review: Insufficient Factory Packaging - Damaged Parts & Blemishes
Summary: 3 Stars
If possible, I would RATE THIS ITEM 3.25 STARS
The Radio Flyer Classic Red Dual Deck Tricycle was not double boxed when shipped. Instead, the factory box arrived heavily worn (see photo) with both ends showed signs of having been compressed.
1) When I picked up the box, I was a disappointed to hear parts in the box moving about. Once opened, I was surprised to see that Radio Flyer chose not to use an engineered packaging solution. One that would have kept the heavy parts in the box secure and in place during transit. Because of that, some of the parts for the Radio Flyer tricycle arrived damaged, and from what I could tell were caused by the unsecured parts. This sort of packaging is unacceptable for items bulk shipped from China and a quality control process that Radio Flyer was unwise to ignore.
2) The fender for the front tire fork assembly was twisted and bent out of alignment with respects to the tire and fork (see photo). This happened because the heavy double step assembly was free to move about and damaged the fork assembly. I was able to straighten out most of the damage to the fender, but not all. I was concerned that if I over flexed the steel fender that I risked breaking off the fender mounting point. This sort of damage negatively impacts the end users experience.
3) The front lip of the steel fender appears as though it was not properly prepped during manufacturing, prior to chrome plating. Hence, portions of the fender lip arrived with sections of chrome plating already flaked off (see photo) with the surrounding areas showing signs of blistering. Such cosmetic blemishes are an indication of very poor manufacturing processes.
4) Although I suspect the minor damage was caused by rubbing with another part in the box, a portion of the paint on the peddle crank arm (see photo) had already rubbed off. This sort of damage was completely avoidable and from the nature of the product, size and shape of the parts, should have been anticipated to happen.
5) The main steel tube for the tricycle was placed in the box under the tricycle double step assembly and the front tire fork assembly. During transit, one of these two items hit with some force, the steel tubing for the frame, and produced a 5/16 inch long gouge (see photo) in the tricycle frame. Again, minor, but avoidable.
6) The bell that comes with the Radio Flyer tricycle is a large full size bicycle bell (see photo) and not at all what I was expecting for a child's tricycle. With this full size bicycle bell, it takes 5 pounds (measured) of force to move and rotate the bell thumb level. Five pounds is allot of force for a small child's thumb. Also, since the bell is full size, the distance from the handle bar to the bell thumb lever is a bit large for a small child's hand to reach.
On the positive side, it's possible to assemble the Radio Flyer tricycle and keep all of the factory bubble wrapping in place (see photo) to preserve that new gift look and feel.
In conclusion, given all of the small shipping related defects and minor damage issues with this product, all of which were avoidable, I feel Radio Flyer needs to reexamine their current packaging and make the time and effort to design an engineered packaging solution. The chrome plating on the front tire fender is below average in workmanship and does not help with first appearance. I wonder if the tricycle I was shipped is the sort of tricycle the President of Radio Flyer would like to proudly gift to a child?
Minus 0.50 for insufficient product packaging
Minus 0.25 for damaged (twisted) front tire fender assembly
Minus 0.25 for low quality (flaking) chrome plating on fender
Minus 0.25 for rubbed off paint from peddle crank arm
Minus 0.25 for gouge damage to the steel frame tube
Minus 0.25 for bell being too large for a small child
Description of Radio Flyer Classic Red Dual Deck Tricycle
From Radio Flyer, a trusted name in young children's transportation, comes the Retro Radio Flyer Trike. Your young rider can cruise the neighborhood in this classic, retro-styled Radio Flyer tricycle. The sturdy steel construction will ensure years of fun and play for your child, and the chrome handlebars, fender and real ringing bell will keep your child in style and have heads turning. Features double deck rear step, durable steel spoked wheels with real rubber tires, adjustable seat and 12" front wheel. Measures approximately 32" X 24" X 22".With its fully retro design, faithfully reproduced down to the smallest detail, this cherry-red, rubber-wheeled tricycle is an undisputed classic. Apparently they do still make them like they used to. The rugged trike features a chrome front fender; a double-deck, step-in back (so kids can climb onto the smooth metal seat in a snap); red-and-white tassels on the rubber-coated handlebars; a 12-inch-high, steel-spoked wheel; and even an old-fashioned bell. --Paul Hughes
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