Birthday gifts for a son who trains, $50 to $100
Radio Flyer
Air Ride Balance Bike
$79.99 at Radio Flyer
No pedals and real air tyres, which is how most children now learn to balance long before they meet a chain.
Seen at Radio Flyer, 30 Aug 2026
Timex
Ironman Classic 30 Full-Size Resin Strap Watch
$87 at Timex
The digital sports watch with thirty lap memory that runners have worn since the 1980s.
Seen at Timex, 18 Sep 2026
Therabody
WaveSolo Vibrating Massage Ball
$99.99 at Therabody
A vibrating ball you stand on or lean into, for a tight calf or a sore shoulder after training.
Seen at Therabody, 18 Sep 2026
Radio Flyer
2-in-1 Kids' Trampoline
$69.99 at Radio Flyer
A small trampoline with a handle to hold, meant to live indoors in winter, for the child who cannot sit still after school.
Seen at Radio Flyer, 30 Aug 2026
Wilson
GST Game Football - Tan, Youth
$94.99 at Dick's Sporting Goods
Named by The Strategist, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Garmin
vivofit jr. 3 Kids Fitness Tracker (paid link)
$50 to $100 at Amazon
A swim friendly fitness tracker that logs steps and chores, made for kids ages 6 to 11.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Skechers
Go Walk Max Slip-On Sneaker (paid link)
$50 to $100 at Amazon
A slip-on walking shoe from Skechers; select the correct size.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Bala
Bala Balance Ball
$95 at Bala
A stability ball finished in a colour that does not look like gym equipment, which is the reason it stays out of the cupboard.
Seen at Bala, 30 Aug 2026
Adidas
Predator Elite Firm Ground Soccer Cleats (paid link)
$50 to $100 at Amazon
Men's adidas Predator Elite football boots for firm ground. Confirm the selected size and the playing surface.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Bowflex
Heart Rate Armband
$59 at Bowflex
Sits on the forearm instead of a chest strap and sends the heart rate straight to the machine or the app.
Seen at Bowflex, 18 Sep 2026
