KIDS BIKES

[Gravy]

My oldest (4) is about to graduate to a 16" wheel bike. I'm planning to get him one for his birthday (5yrs) at the beginning of next month.
He's great at hand brakes and coaster brakes. He can ride off curbs and loves to ride. He's 44" with a 16" inseam.
What would you choose?

We've had him on a Cleary Gecko 12"which I absolutely adore! But my 3 year old has taken it over since he learned to pedal last month.

Gecko 12 Inch 1 Speed Lightweight Kids Bike - Cleary Bikes

The Cleary Gecko 1 inch lightweight kids bike (freewheel) is the best pedal bike for two to four year old kids who are moving from a strider bike to a pedal bike.

www.clearybikes.com

I'm vacillating between The Cleary 16" Hedgehog

Hedgehog Lightweight Single Speed 16 Inch Kids Bike - Cleary Bikes

Cleary Bikes Hedgehog lightweight 16 inch kids bike is the best kids bike for four to six year old kids. A perfect first pedal bike, with no training wheels!

www.clearybikes.com

the Raleigh Rowdy 16"

Rowdy 16

The Raleigh Rowdy 16 was built for riding around the neighborhood, to school, or on the local dirt trails. This 16 inch boys bike is easy to maneuver for young riders. The single speed drivetrain keeps them focused so they can concentrate on the bike path

www.raleighusa.com

Or Spawn Yoji 16"

Yoji 16"

The best first pedal bike for kids 3-5. Weight ~14.2 lbs, 36"+ tall IN STOCK. SHIPS IN 1-2 DAYS.

spawncycles.com

There's also the Woom 16" which has the lowest weight but also is the least attractive to me

 

[Kevin B.]

My boy is getting a Commencal Ramone for Christmas. That may be too big for your squirt now but keep it in mind for the next one.

 

[Gravy]

My boy is getting a Commencal Ramone for Christmas. That may be too big for your squirt now but keep it in mind for the next one.

I like their 16" bike! but at 16.4lbs puts it at the heaviest end of my list.

COMMENCAL : Bike, Frames, Parts, Textile, Outlet, Second Hand...

COMMENCAL

www.commencalusa.com

I'm kinda leaning toward the two lightest bikes:
the Spawn Yoji (14.5lbs) with the most aggressive geometry and lowest seat height available (so he can lean back and stand up more)
or actually now the Woom (because it's SOOO LIGHT at 12.5lbs) 2 pounds is a HUGE DEAL when your bike 1/3 of your body weight!

 

[Tonkaman]

We got the Spawn Banshee for leimomi’s 5th birthday. Just found the pic

And here’s her new whip:

 

[Corban_White]

I would look at Norco as well. My neighbor has had a couple different sizes for his kid and they were really nice.

 

[shortstraw8]

I would look at Norco as well. My neighbor has had a couple different sizes for his kid and they were really nice.

I second this, we bought my son a norco and it is a great bike for him. Bought it a bit on the big side, but he has grown into it like we knew he would, it is also fun to roll around on for me

 

[Gravy]

I second this, we bought my son a norco and it is a great bike for him. Bought it a bit on the big side, but he has grown into it like we knew he would, it is also fun to roll around on for me

Which one did you get your boy?

I think a Norco Storm 20 or Kona Honzo 20 will be great when my boy is ready for a 20"

That Connondale trail 20 isn't too bad either.

 

[shortstraw8]

We got him the storm3 last year, he was almost too big for a 24" and the 27" small frame was a ways out for him to grown into. The guy we bought from had just ordered his friends kid a 27" xxs that was in that same situation and got us a great deal.

 

[Jesser04]

I got my son a riprock 20” it’s been great so far.

Riprock 20

Traction, control, confidence, and fun—the Riprock 20 is the perfect bike for your kid to start hitting the trails. While there are many notable feat...

www.specialized.com

 

[Gravy]

Well I just ordered the 16" Spawn Yoji. It looks like the very best rigid you can buy for the 16." Plus all the component
The next lightest bike is more than 2lbs heavier!

I'm hoping it will last my 4 (almost 5 year old) a year and then I can hand it down to the 3 year old when he turns 4 (or is big enough for it). While spending $400+ on a kid's bike seems insane- looking at resale values on PinkBike it looks like people are getting as much as 85% back even after 2-3 years!

Yoji 16"

The best first pedal bike for kids 3-5. Weight ~14.2 lbs, 36"+ tall IN STOCK. SHIPS IN 1-2 DAYS.

spawncycles.com

 

[Kevin B.]

@Gravy, what site is the chart in your first post from?

 

[Gravy]

@Kevin B.

I thought it was thebikedads.com but maybe not.

Try a Google reverse image search.

 

[Gravy]

I am freaking out. I'm so excited to give this bike to my boy tomorrow ?!!!!!

 

[Gravy]

I cannot believe the precision and build quality on this little thing. The hubs and frame are works of art.

 

[benjy]

Good choice Stratton!

Love this thread. Our girls are reaching the upper limits of their Woom 3's... hard to beat at under 12 pounds! If anyone is looking at one, they will probably be for sale at the end of the year (red and purple).

For their next bikes, I have it narrowed down to Spawn Raiju 20", Orbea MX20 and Woom OFF 20". Woom is the lightest at 17 pounds, but also the most $ and zero color options - hard to sell my girls on black

I'm leaning towards the Orbea, but still have a few months to decide.

 

[SAMI]

If anyone is looking at one, they will probably be for sale at the end of the year (red and purple).

?

 

[Gravy]

@benjy I'm almost certain that he'll be in the Spawn Raiju 20" within the year. It's got that mini dirt jumper look and it's a 9 speed!

I'm pretty sure that's what Derek put his daughter on now.

 

[Caleb]

So, have you given the bike to your son yet? Is he so stoked about it?

 

[Caleb]

@Gravy, what site is the chart in your first post from?

Best 16 Inch Kids Bikes For Your 4 To 5 Year Old - Rascal Rides

Discover the BEST 16 inch bikes for kids! Our reviewers have tested these bikes first hand. Budget-friendly options and expert tips included.

rascalrides.com

 

[Gravy]

So, have you given the bike to your son yet? Is he so stoked about it?

He absolutely lost his mind with excitement! Non stop riding. We had to pull him off to go to his party.

Worth every penny.