Your 5-8 year old is ready to move into a 20" bike. You want one that is easy for them to maneuver, reliable and can work well both on sidewalks, but also something that can get them on dirt surfaces. There are plenty of choices out there and your child is going to outgrow the bike in a few years so making sure the bike doesn't break the bank account is also a key consideration.
The Specialized Jett 20" and Woom 4 and Diamondback Lily are top choices in this category. Let's take a closer look at each.
The Woom 4 is a high-quality kids' bike designed for children aged 6 to 8 years old. Here are some features of the Woom 4:
- Frame: The Woom 4 has a lightweight aluminum frame that's designed for kids. It features a low standover height, making it easy for kids to get on and off the bike.
- Tires: The bike has wide 20-inch tires that provide excellent traction and stability on a variety of surfaces. The tires are also air-filled, which helps absorb bumps and shocks.
- Brakes: The Woom 4 comes with two hand brakes that provide excellent stopping power and modulation. The brakes are easy to use and require minimal effort to activate.
- Gearing: The bike has an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain that provides a wide range of gears for tackling different types of terrain. The drivetrain is controlled by a simple and intuitive twist shifter.
- Cockpit: The bike has a specially designed cockpit that's tailored to kids' needs. The handlebars are narrower and have a shorter reach than adult bikes, and the grips are smaller and more ergonomic.
- Seat: The Woom 4 has a comfortable saddle that's designed specifically for kids. The saddle is adjustable, so it can be customized to fit the rider's height and riding style.
Pricing Starts at $599
Overall, the Woom 4 is a high-quality kids' bike that's designed to provide a comfortable and safe riding experience for children. It's built with high-quality components and is designed to be easy to use and maintain.
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The Specialized Jett 20 is a kids' mountain bike designed for children aged 5 to 8 years old. Here are some features of the Specialized Jett 20:
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- Frame: The Jett 20 has a lightweight aluminum frame that's designed for kids. It features a low standover height, making it easy for kids to get on and off the bike.
- Tires: The bike has 20-inch tires that provide excellent traction and stability on a variety of surfaces. The tires are also air-filled, which helps absorb bumps and shocks.
- Brakes: The Jett 20 comes with two hand brakes that provide excellent stopping power and modulation. The brakes are easy to use and require minimal effort to activate.
- Gearing: The bike has a 7-speed Shimano drivetrain that provides a range of gears for tackling different types of terrain. The drivetrain is controlled by a simple and intuitive twist shifter.
- Suspension: The bike has a suspension fork that helps absorb bumps and shocks, providing a smoother ride on rough terrain.
- Cockpit: The bike has a specially designed cockpit that's tailored to kids' needs. The handlebars are narrower and have a shorter reach than adult bikes, and the grips are smaller and more ergonomic.
Pricing: $399.99
Overall, the Specialized Jett 20 is a high-quality kids' mountain bike that's designed to provide a comfortable and safe riding experience for children. It's built with high-quality components and is designed to be easy to use and maintain.
--------------------------------The Diamondback Lily is a kids' mountain bike designed for girls aged 5 to 8 years old.
With hand brakes for secure stopping and a rear twist shifter that clicks through 6 gears, young riders will be able to pedal smoothly up and down the hills. The soft PVC grips and DB Jr. Mountain bike seat provide a comfortable ride, while wide 2.125-inch tires grip the trail or road.
Here are some features of the Diamondback Lily:
- Frame: The Lily has a lightweight aluminum frame that's designed for kids. It features a low standover height, making it easy for kids to get on and off the bike.
- Tires: The bike has 20-inch tires that provide excellent traction and stability on a variety of surfaces. The tires are also air-filled, which helps absorb bumps and shocks.
- Brakes: The Lily comes with two hand brakes that provide excellent stopping power and modulation.
- Gearing: The bike has a 6-speed Shimano drivetrain that provides a range of gears for tackling different types of terrain. The drivetrain is controlled by a simple and intuitive twist shifter.
- Cockpit: The bike has a specially designed cockpit that's tailored to kids' needs. The handlebars are narrower and have a shorter reach than adult bikes, and the grips are smaller and more ergonomic.
- Design: The Lily features a feminine design with fun and colorful graphics, making it an attractive bike for girls.
Pricing: $249
Overall, the Diamondback Lily is a high-quality kids' mountain bike that's designed to provide a comfortable and safe riding experience with comparable features and capaiblities to higher priced bikes from Specialized and Woom. It's built with high-quality components and is designed to be easier to use and maintain.
