What Parts Do You Need to Build a Strider Rocking Base
By Strider Balance Bikes | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: Buying Guides
Learn exactly which replacement parts and clips are needed to assemble a Strider Rocking Base for your 12" balance bike, including compatibility notes for Gen 2 and 3 bases.
Quick Answer
To build a Strider Rocking Base, you need the Rocking Base Parts Kit (which includes base clips and wheel clips) plus two Rocking Base Top Clips. These parts are only compatible with Generation 2 and 3 Rocking Bases and 2-in-1 Rocking Bikes.
Why You Might Need Replacement Parts
Over time, the clips that secure your Strider balance bike to the Rocking Base can wear out or break, especially with frequent use. Instead of buying a whole new base, you can replace just the worn components. This guide covers the exact parts needed to restore or build a complete rocker setup.
Compatibility Matters: Gen 2 and 3 Only
These replacement parts only fit Generation 2 and 3 Rocking Bases and 2-in-1 Rocking Bikes. If you have an older base or are unsure which generation you own, check the underside of the base for a model number or contact Strider support before ordering. Using these parts on an incompatible base could result in a loose fit or safety issue.
Decision Rules for Buying Rocking Base Parts
- Start with the Parts Kit: Buy one Rocking Base Parts Kit (product ID 603807). It contains the base clips and both front and rear wheel clips needed to attach a 12" Strider balance bike to a Gen 2 or 3 Rocking Base. The kit covers most of the required clips in one package.
- Add Two Top Clips: Purchase two Rocking Base Top Clips (product ID 603814) separately. These hold the rear wheel in place; the base requires exactly two, and they are not included in the parts kit.
- Verify Your Base Generation: Only use these parts with Generation 2 or 3 Rocking Bases or 2-in-1 Rocking Bikes. If your base is older or you cannot confirm the generation, contact Strider support before ordering. Using wrong parts can lead to an unsafe or non-functional rocker.
Parts You Need
- Rocking Base Parts Kit: Includes base clips, clips for the rear wheel, and slotted clips for the front wheel of a 12” Strider when attached to the Rocking Base. This kit gives you all the clips needed to secure the bike to the base, so you don't have to source each clip separately.
Rocking Base Parts Kit - Rocking Base Top Clip: This replacement clip holds the rear wheel in place when 12” Strider bikes are attached to the Rocking Base. Sold as a single unit; the base takes 2 total. You need two of these top clips to complete the rear wheel retention; ordering just one leaves the setup incomplete.
Rocking Base Top Clip
Who This Setup Fits
Best for
- Owners of a Gen 2 or 3 Strider Rocking Base needing replacement clips
- Parents rebuilding a used or incomplete Rocking Base for a 12" Strider balance bike
Not for
- First-generation Rocking Base owners (parts are not compatible)
- Anyone looking for a complete Rocking Base unit (this is only replacement parts)
