which size should i purchase for my grandsons, ages 7 & 8????....thanks!
1598200
Get the ball which is a little smaller than the men's traditional basketball. It is actually used by girl's teams.
1598201
My grandson is almost 6 and the intermediate ball is perfect for his small hands. We will upgrade to the regular size when he's older but for a beginner it was the best choice. Couldn't be happier with the price and quality as well as the basketball rim we purchased. Both were great buys.
1598202
I purchase the standard size for my 8 year old granddaughter and she is handling it just fine.
1598203
Sorry to waffle, but it all depends. They could more easily play with the smaller ball now. But I got my first official size b-ball about fheir age amd grew into it. The officialsize one is a good quality ball which will wait for them to grow into it and beart of their life for many years.
1598204
Be aware that it can be hard to teach proper shooting form if the ball is too heavy for them. Kids tend to heave the ball with both hands from their chest just trying to get it there, so a properly sized ball they can handle the right way is a good idea.
1598205
As a former basketball player, I would suggest regulation or official size as they will need to acclimate to that size as they get to middle school and high school. Additionally using the official size will make them better ball handlers when they have to use the smaller ball in organized leagues or games. However, if they are not serious players buy them the youth size or intermediate size.
1775909
I have purchased both sizes, the 5 year old got the smaller one for his birthday, the 8 year old just got the larger one. Both fit them well and the boys were quite happy with also having pants. they are pretty average sized for their age. I also picked each of them up a pair of shoulder pads, found them for under $8 and Prime eligible. The ones that comes with are not really shoulder pads. Remember, this whole outfit is for play, not real competition football.
109505
Hi there.... I believe you would want to go with the size 'small'. Only because the small says it fits size 12-1. They are adjustable to help the kids grow into them, which I thought was very clever. Good luck to you.
1625624
I have the medium size (38 year old male) and I think they would be too big for an 8-10 year old. My guess is there may be "kid" versions out there. Also, you want to make sure that you have good technique before using paddles. The paddles are meant to build strength. If you don't have good technique first, you risk injury and/or "strengthening" bad technique.
1400236
They come in a size small. I think age is a factor. My grandson is an average to tall 7 year old and it is perfect. He has cerebral palsy and can't peddle.
1695223
Something close to 5 inches should work. My son was 8 when I gave him a 7 in., he could have gone a bit bigger, but it was fine. It also depends in the size if child. If close to average I wouldn't go bigger than a 5 inch ball. Hopefully this helps.
1175568
I got the medium for a 4 year old and she is a size ten. Because the backs aren't closed she kept walking out of them and stumbling. The 5 year old wears a 13 and I got him an xl. I don't know what to advise on the 8 year old. Sorry?
353270
We gave them to our grandson, who is 8. He loves them. But, if he were younger and smaller, we would have hesitated because they are a bit small. I can't come up with a trustworthy size guess, but remember them as being around 3-5 inches. Hope this helps.
28237
I bought the Medium for my grandsons 8th birthday. He is skinny and quite tall. It was perfect. Buy the Small and you'll be OK. We were very pleased with it. He was thrilled!
206852
The size runs small, I got my 7 year old the 6/8 size and it was too small. He is average height. I would probably get him the 8/10, it might be a little roomier, but he could wear clothes underneath it if he needed to.
1610514
My grandson is 7 and is perfect for him, but he is not a big kid, I will say 6 to 8 years old
40880
Go with a medium. I have bought them for both my sons at that age. They are average size boys. Small was very tight and uncomfortable.
1712476
I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just go to http://saferide4kids.com/product/ridesafer-travel-vest-v2/ I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just... » Read More I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just go to http://saferide4kids.com/product/ridesafer-travel-vest-v2/ « Show Less
642297
My son is 10 and wears the medium and he is of average size for his age. Unless your 7 year old is tall for his age I would suggest a small.
500068
I purchased the 'A' (8-10) size back when my daughter was younger and I have to say they were pretty small and snug. She got her fair share of use out of them but honestly I would most likely by the 'B' size. B is safer because you are going to wash/dry them !
534624
I would recommend a youth large. My son is 8...they r a little bit big/long in finger tips but he has growing room and can use them next year.
323399
I bought the youth medium for my grandson, and he is only 8 I would say AT LEAST and adult small