Wondering if folks can share their 20" bike weights and experiences…
We have a 5 you who turns 6 in the off season who is shredding downhill trails and seems to be somewhat limited by coil fork and rim brakes (I wanted light and priced to outgrow!)
Given his interest level and natural ability (OK dads may all make claims) I think he's got a couple years of progression ahead before 24" bikes can work.
We ride local flatter trails but have been downhilling weekly (where the bike seems to be limiting vs bravery/skill). I mention this due to fairly untenable and over sprung coil fork, and sure disc brakes would be more confidence inspiring than the goo shoes.
I'm looking for comments AND WEIGHT specs about your 20" bikes and kids riding style/experience to help decide between:
- Keep older norco storm w coil fork for pedaling around and FS for weekend downhill
Or
- Go w a higher end HT w air fork and disc brakes as double duty, save the weight and sell the storm
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