26-Inch Wheel

This Kona classic brings some of the finer things to light. The Fire Mountain is running a smooth-shifting 9-speed drivetrain to keep things manageable across varying terrain and hydraulic disc brakes to stop on a dime. With 100mm of adjustable suspension and sturdy tires aboard wider 27mm rims, the Fire Mountain helps build confidence off-road. Available for smaller riders in a 26” wheeled XS version and a 27.5” wheel for sizes S-XL.

The Salsa Heyday! C Deore 12 is a carbon fat-tire bike with the versatility to go wherever your imagination takes you. The carbon-fiber frame keeps weight down — especially nice when you’re hefting it over downed trees deep in the backcountry. The 26 x 4.6? tires float over snow, sand, and other soft surfaces, but you can also fit 27.5 fat and 29+ wheels and tires for other missions. A mind-blowing number of cargo and accessory mounts let you bring more than just the bare necessities, and Heyday!’s geometry ensures a stable ride even when loaded. Alternator 2.0 dropouts allow for multiple drivetrain options, but the stock Shimano Deore 12-speed is the perfect place to start.

Available in five wheel sizes and multiple frame sizes, there’s an Edge model ready to get them set up right for the ride ahead. Every Edge model is best for kids of any age learning to ride and for mastering the basics.

Burly hardtail goodness in three sizes. Whether they’re hopping off curbs or charging rowdy singletrack, the Growler Jr sets kids up right to ride hard and have fun doing it. Best for experienced junior riders who aren’t afraid to go big. Frame size: 26" Height: 137.5 - 152.5 cm / 4'6" - 5’0"

Guess what? Kids want to rip trails, too. That's why the Reaper incorporates decades of trail, enduro, and park prowess and condenses it into a shred ready package for kids. The result? Full-sized trail bike levels of competence and composure in a kid-friendly package. The objective? To pass on a love of riding and ripping to the next generation. Don't fear the Reaper (sorry, we had to)—it's carrying the next generation of riders onto big, burly things. All the competency and burliness of a full-sized trail bike in a junior-sized package. The Reaper is the real deal for charging trails and the bike park. Best for experienced junior and youth riders looking to charge steeper and bigger trails.

We all remember our first mountain bike. For many of us it was a bike like the Lana’i. Affordable enough not to feel too risky but stocked with components that give you the freedom to explore off-road. The Lana’i features integrated shifters and brake levers to streamline the cockpit and is now available in three wheel sizes: 26" for size XS, 27.5" for S and M, and 29" for L and XL. With an 8-speed drivetrain, grippy disc brakes and a 100mm travel fork, the Lana’i is the perfect way to taste what real singletrack riding has to offer.