Parents race to Aldi to nab £20 Bluey bikes & stash them away for Christmas – as similar models sell for £135 on Argos
Then it's worth checking out your local Aldi where thrifty parents have spotted the viral
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The German retailer has sent parents into a frenzy with their latest offer
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The adorable Bluey bike retails for just £19.99 and comes with stabilisers and durable steel frame
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The same product goes for more than six times the price elsewhere
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According to cash-savvy shoppers, the German retailer is offering bicycles inspired by the cult favourite kids' programme.
And if your little one is a firm fan of Bluey and his family, then this is the perfect gift that won't set you back a fortune.
Informing other bargain hunters about the epic deal, one customer,
Bayleigh Bessell
, took to Facebook where she shared the news.
The mum and Aldi shopper said: ''The Bluey bikes are still around!
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''Snagged some for my twins today £19.99.''
The affordable find is the perfect first big bike for any Bluey fan, with colourful character graphics.
The 12" bike comes complete with shaped plaque, stabilisers and durable steel frame - which is sure to withstand any falls.
If you feel like your Bluey super fan has figured out how to cycle and has got the core strength and coordination, you can remove the stabilisers.
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The 12" puncture-proof EVA moulded wheels with mag wheel inner provide extra stability and the deep tread tyres offer a strong yet comfortable ride with excellent grip, reads the description online.
The adorable Aldi buy is suitable for ages 3 years and over, and the maximum rider weight is 35kg - or 5.5st.
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It goes without saying that protective equipment - helmet, knee pads and elbow pads - must be worn to avoid any painful injuries.
What's more, not only is the £19.99 offer a total steal, but the same product retails more than six times the price elsewhere.
Rival Argos, for instance, is flogging the Bluey-themed kids' bike for an eye-watering £135.
What is Bluey and why are kids obsessed with it?
BLUEY has become a fan-favourite series across the globe. Created and released on ABC in Australia, it also airs internationally on Disney+.
The series follows the Heelers, an adorable dog family living in Australia. Bluey takes the lead alongside her mum Chilli, dad Bandit and sister Bingo.
Bluey has become essential viewing for preschoolers and their parents.
Shown in 60 countries across the world, it was the most-streamed series in January and February and the second most viewed programme in the US in 2023.
It has even attracted a host of famous fans.
Hollywood actresses
On why the family show is so popular, Dannii has said: 'There is life before Bluey, and life after. Once you know Bluey . . . you are hooked.
'It is fun for so many ages, as we can all relate to different members of Bluey's family.'
Its success has also spawned a theme park in Australia, its own land at Alton Towers and stage show spin-offs.
Podcast couple Chris and Rosie Ramsey admitted being in tears at the end of the extra-long one-off episode.
Halfords are selling the bike for a whopping £130, so Aldi's version indeed appears to be the cheapest in the market.
To avoid any disappointment, it's best to check your local branch pronto - however, stock may vary from store to store.
Online, the incredible deal has already become all the rage, as the post - shared on
More than 100 people flooded to comments to tag their friends and family, where one revealed they'd be stashing the bike away for Christmas.
''Good for Noah for Xmas if we can find any,'' the person told their friend.
''When you go shopping will you grab me 2 if they have them I'll put them in the attic,'' another begged their relative.
''I paid £40 for this about 3 weeks ago so that's a really good find!'' a mum said.
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