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Price

£399.99

Age Range

10–14 years

Rider Height

145–160cm

Inside Leg

61–67cm

Colours

Grey Black

Bike Weight

13.5kg

Warranty

10 years frame & fork, 2 years everything else

The Shyre Eastie 26 is a good value entry-level mountain bike built for kids aged 10 and up who are ready to tackle longer rides and more varied terrain.

The bike's lightweight and durable alloy frame is easy to handle, which helps to build confidence on park paths and woodland trails.

It comes with a 7-speed Shimano gearset for smooth and reliable shifting on hills, making it a capable choice for weekend fun.

The front suspension fork and mechanical disc brakes add control and comfort, especially on bumpy grounds or in wet conditions.

The inclusion of a kickstand makes the Eastie 26 an excellent option for riding to school during the week, blending everyday cycling with off-road adventure.

Price

£329.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

135–150cm

Colours

Blue

Bike Weight

10.4kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame, stem, handlebars. Other parts: 2 years

The BTwin 26 is a good choice if you're looking for a lightweight aluminium framed bike but don't want the cost of some of the more premium brands. The bike is aimed at ages 9 and over. 

This bike has many features you'd want on your child's bike, including a single chainring for simple gear changes, child-proportioned brake levers to make stopping easier, and hybrid tyres to suit lots of terrains.

Price

£424.00

Age Range

9–14 years

Rider Height

145–165cm

Inside Leg

67–79cm

Colours

Grey Blue Green

Bike Weight

9.3kg

Warranty

Frame and Forks - 3 years; components - 1 year (excluding wear and tear)

The Squish 26 comes with a 13" frame for those with a minimum inside leg of 67cm, and a 15" frame for those slightly taller (with a minimum inside leg of 70cm).  The bikes have been designed to appeal to older kids. 

The range of 8 gears should be sufficient for most lumps and bumps and the tyres will be fine for a variety of terrains, although if you're thinking of mainly doing mountain biking Squish also do a 26" wheel MTB.

We haven't reviewed this particular bike, but we have tested two other Squish bikes and found them to be good quality, lightweight bikes that are great fun to ride.  

Price

£720.00

Age Range

11–14 years

Inside Leg

67–79cm

Colours

Yellow Blue

Bike Weight

9.3kg

Warranty

2 years - extended to 5 years for frame if you register the bike within 28 days of purchase

The Frog Road 70 is a good bike if your child is racing cyclocross or triathlon, as well riding on road, as the frame has enough clearance to fit wider cyclocross tyres as well as slick road ones.

As well as integrated short reach brake levers the Frog Road 70 is also fitted with additional levers on the tops of the handlebars.  This is useful for children who are just progressing to drop handlebars and skinny tyres, as it can be a big step to spend all (or even any) of your time on the drop handlebars.

Price

£339.99

Age Range

10–14 years

Colours

Red Grey

Bike Weight

10.76kg

Warranty

10 years frame & fork, 2 years everything else

The Shyre Hopton 26" is a mid-range, quality hybrid bike designed to offer a great cycling experience without breaking the bank.

The frame is constructed from lightweight 6061 aluminium alloy, which makes it easier for older children to handle, whether they're tackling the school run or gentle off-road trails.

We have reviewed the smaller Shyre Hopton 20" and found it to be a fantastic, budget-friendly option that delivers on components and quality, making this 26" model a trustworthy choice for your child.

Equipped with a simple and reliable 8-speed gearing system, the bike is perfectly suited for mixed-terrain cycling, offering enough range to climb gentle hills and keep pace on the flat.

This high-quality bike is a great introduction to larger-wheeled cycling for kids aged around 9 and up.

If you're still exploring options, take a look at our guide to the Best 26 inch kids bikes for kids aged 9+.

Price

£499.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

135–150cm

Colours

Yellow

Bike Weight

13.7kg

The Rockrider Kids’ Mountain Bike 26″ EXPL 900 is designed for children aged around 9 to 12 years (135–150 cm tall) who are ready to take their riding up a notch.

With a lightweight aluminium frame and an 80 mm suspension fork, it’s built to handle proper trails and give young riders the confidence to roll over bumps, roots and rougher ground. The simple 9‑speed gears are easy to use, so kids can focus on enjoying the ride rather than fiddling with tricky gear changes.

One of the real stand‑out features at this price is the hydraulic disc brakes. Many kids’ mountain bikes around this budget come with basic V‑brakes, so having the same smooth, powerful stopping power you’d expect on an adult mountain bike is a big win. Paired with grippy 26″ all‑terrain tyres and strong double‑wall rims, it’s ready for weekend rides on the trails as well as everyday cycling. Everything – from the child‑sized cranks and short stem to the comfy saddle – is designed with young riders in mind.

At around £450, this is one of the best value kids’ mountain bikes out there. You’re getting the kind of quality and components you’d normally expect to pay a lot more for, but without the big‑name branding.

If your child is starting to outgrow basic bikes and you want something trail‑ready that will last, the EXPL 900 is a smart choice that won’t break the bank.

Price

£279.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

135–150cm

Colours

Orange Green Purple

Bike Weight

14.3kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame, stem, handlebars. Other parts: 2 years

Rockrider (who are an in-house brand of Decathlon) are going through a makeover of their kids bicycle range, with some very good value bikes arriving in stock.

The Rockrider EXPL500 is a 26" wheel kids mountain bike aimed at riders around 9-12 years of age and between 135 and 150cm tall.

Featuring an aluminium frame and suspension fork at the front, the ST500 comes with a single chainring and 7 speed gearing using a thumbshifter to minimise complications (kids mountain bikes at this cheap a price usually have a lot more gears that are confusing to use and harder to maintain).

The bike is equipped with v-brakes and a set of tyres suitable for gentle off roading.

They've got a great video on the Decathlon website showing the types of fun you can have on these bikes.

The Rockrider EXPL500 really does represent value for money and would be a great way to get a child off road and muddy!

Price

£445.00

Age Range

10–16 years

Rider Height

145–165cm

Colours

Purple Blue Red

Warranty

Frame - lifetime, Forks - 10 years, All other components - 1 year

Giant are one of the biggest bike brands, and the Giant ARX 26 is their largest geared kids bike. It's a good all round choice for commuting to school, riding to meet friends at the weekends and perhaps a little bit of off roading too.

Giant use a lot of their own brand components on the bike to keep the costs lower, and whilst they don't provide weights for their bikes we know from reviewing a smaller bike in the range that it's comparable to the competition.

Read our review of  the smaller 20″ wheel ARX.

Price

£490.00

Age Range

10–12 years

Inside Leg

63–76cm

Colours

Black Blue Green Red

Bike Weight

9.41kg

Warranty

2 years - extended to 5 years for frame if you register the bike within 28 days of purchase

Frog have three 26" wheel hybrid bikes, and the Frog 67 is the smallest, and is for children with an inside leg measurement of 63cm-76cm.

It's a versatile bike which rides well on most terrains so is a good choice for anyone who isn't really specialising in one particular type of cycling.

One word of warning - Frog is very much known as a kids bike brand, so if you have a shorter but older child (particularly an image conscious one in their teens) you may encounter the desire to move onto a more "adult" brand. 

Price

£480.00

Age Range

10–14 years

Rider Height

145–160cm

Inside Leg

65–76cm

Colours

Green Orange Turquoise Grey

Bike Weight

9.9kg

Warranty

Lifetime Frame and Forks, 1-Year Parts

The YOMO 26 is a premium lightweight bike that makes the jump to a larger size easy and fun for your child. It's an excellent choice for kids looking to tackle varied terrain and longer rides.

This bike stands out with its Tektro disc brakes, which are a premium feature not found on cheaper kids bikes. These provide reliable stopping power in all conditions and are easy for smaller hands to operate, giving your child more confidence and control on the bike.

With an aluminium frame and quality components, the YOMO 26 weighs just 9.9 kg, which is significantly lighter than many bikes of this size.
This makes it much easier for your child to handle and manoeuvre, whether they are on roads, paths or trails.

We have been impressed by the quality of the smaller bikes in the range and we're confident the YOMO 26 is a great choice. You can read our review of the YOMO 24 to find out more about the brand.

YOMO offer: get a free helmet with every bike purchase - just add to your cart before checking out

Price

£480.00

Age Range

9–12 years

Inside Leg

68–80cm

Colours

Blue

Bike Weight

10.5kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame and fork

Boardman Bikes have a range of adult bikes built for going on two wheeled adventures called the ADV.  In winter 2022 they decided to add a smaller version - the Boardman JNR ADV 26" - to allow smaller people to come along too.

The Boardman ADV 26" shares much of the same specification as its 700c counterparts.  They claim that a triple-butted aluminium frame and alloy fork provide a stable and confidence-inspiring ride whilst offering maximum versatility with luggage and mudguard mounts. The Vee Speedster multi-surface, mid-tread 1.5" tyres are a fast rolling option for tarmac and light trail use, and can be swapped to something more aggressive, should your adventure demand it.

Ergonomic drop handlebars and cable disk brakes are designed with comfort and control in mind, and with a wide range ratio nine-speed cassette, the ADV 26" is well worth considering for your bike backing and gravel riding adventures.

Price

£649.00

Age Range

10–14 years

Rider Height

137–152cm

Colours

Aqua Purple

Warranty

Lifetime frame warranty

The Whyte Secta 26 is a premium, lightweight mountain bike designed for early teenagers who are keen to explore off-road trails and tracks.

The multi-butted frame is purpose-built to reduce weight, making it easier for your child to enjoy climbs and longer rides without getting fatigued.

A standout feature is the air-sprung suspension fork, which is easy to adjust for maximum comfort and control, and includes a lockout for efficient pedalling on smoother roads and paths.

The bike is equipped with smooth Shimano 1x9 speed gearing, offering easy climbing, and precise hydraulic disc brakes for confident stopping in all weathers.

The high-quality components, including the grips, saddle, and cranks, are sized specifically for this age group, ensuring a great riding position as their trail skills develop.

Price

£360.00

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

136–152cm

Colours

Bike Weight

14.9kg

Warranty

Frame and Forks - lifetime guarantee - all other parts 1 year

Price

£649.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

156–162cm

Inside Leg

65–71cm

Colours

Bike Weight

8.3kg

Warranty

All Vitus frames and framesets purchased from an authorised Vitus retailer or distributor are guaranteed for two (2) years. The warranty term begins with the original date of purchase. The original dated sales invoice or other dated proof of purchase is required. The warranty applies to the original purchaser only. For full information on our warranty process, visit: Warranty

Price

£350.00

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

136–154cm

Colours

Bike Weight

18kg

Warranty

2 years

The Carrera Centos Hybrid 26 is a budget-friendly kids' bike that offers a grown-up look for older children. As a budget option, it is a good way to introduce your child to a multi-geared bike for riding on roads, paths, and light tracks. It comes equipped with a kickstand and V-brakes.

It is worth noting that this is a heavy bike, coming in at 18kg, which can be a challenge for a child to handle. The gear system features a double chainring with 14 gears, which can be overly complicated for a child new to changing gears.

For these reasons, if you're looking for a bike that is easier for your child to ride and enjoy, you might want to consider other options.

Price

£349.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

135–150cm

Colours

Bike Weight

10.2kg

Warranty

Lifetime (frame, stem, handlebars)

The Van Rysel Triban 100 26” road bike is designed for children aged 9-12, or 135-150 cm tall.

The aluminium frame and fork is paired with a mixed Shimano and Microshift 7-speed drivetrain, providing a decent enough range of gears for most road cycling, alongside dual Tektro brake levers. This means there are two sets: one on the top of the handlebar, and another integrated into the drop bar levers. This helps riders progress from flat bar riding to drop bar riding with confidence.

The skinny 25mm B’Twin Resist 5 tyres offer efficient rolling and stability, while the bike comes complete with battery-powered lights, a bell and wheel reflectors. It’s also compatible with mudguards, a rear rack and a bottle cage, which you can add separately. A great starter road bike if all they're interested in is riding on tarmac.

Price

£590.00

Age Range

10–12 years

Inside Leg

67–76cm

Colours

Black Teal Pink

Bike Weight

9.61kg

Warranty

2 years - extended to 5 years for frame if you register the bike within 28 days of purchase

The Frog City 67 is a good bike to consider if your child cycles on roads and cycle paths in a town or city.

A city bike has a more upright riding position, step through frame and accessories such as kickstand, full length mudguards and pannier rack which make daily riding easier than with the hybrid style of most kids bikes.

The rear pannier rack can carry up to 25kg which should be more than enough for school books, sports kit, musical instruments etc.

The bike weighs in at 9.61kg without the accessories and 11.01kg once the mudguards, kickstand and rack are all added.

Subscribe to the Bike Club and get the bike for a low monthly cost. When it gets too small just upgrade it for a bigger Frog. 

Learn more: Is the Bike Club Any Good? 

Price

£420.00

Age Range

9–12 years

Inside Leg

66–78cm

Colours

Black Blue

Bike Weight

11kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame and fork

Boardman Bikes have been, until very recently, an adult  bike brand.  In Winter 2022 they launched a range of kids bike, and the Jnr 26" is the largest flat bar bike in the range.

They say it's "a premium adult bike, just in a smaller size" and the lightweight aluminium frame comes equipped with cable disc brakes.  There's mounting points for a rear rack and front and rear mudguards so you can tailor to the type of riding you're doing.

Price

£895.00

Age Range

10–14 years

Rider Height

140–165cm

Colours

Black

Bike Weight

11kg

Warranty

10 years - frames, rigid forks, handlebars, stem. 2 years - everything else

The woom OFF AIR 6 is a well designed quality kids mountain bike for juniors aged around 10-14 years.

It's a very well equipped bike with quality air suspension forks and a super light aluminium frame with a low top tube for easy access, a long wheelbase and low centre of gravity for stability.

Gearing comes courtesy of a SRAM X5 system and 28t single chainring giving a broad range of 9 gears across an 11-36t cassette.

There are hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, a quality lightweight wheelset and the air suspension fork provides 90mm of travel.

The woom OFF AIR 6 comes in at a weight of just 11kg without pedals.

Price

£500.00

Age Range

9–12 years

Colours

Black

Bike Weight

11.2kg

Warranty

Check warranty with supplier

Voodoo has developed a reputation for building good quality mountain bikes at a very reasonable price. The Nzumbi is no exception, with a good setup for the cost - it's carefully designed to excel off-road.

The bike features a 9-speed single chainring setup with Shimano Altus shifters and rear mech and a lightweight aluminium frame, weighing 11.2kg. It is aimed at ages 9 - 12 years old. 

Price

£470.00

Age Range

11–14 years

Inside Leg

67–79cm

Colours

Green

Bike Weight

7.77kg

Warranty

2 years - extended to 5 years for frame if you register the bike within 28 days of purchase

The 26" wheel Frog Track 70 is a good choice for any child wanting to get into track racing - either on grass or at the velodrome.

The Frog Track 70 is fitted with flip flop hubs for both fixed and free-wheel use and Kendra track tyres.

PLEASE NOTE: This bike is designed for TRACK use only and is not supplied with brakes, a bell or reflectors. In the UK this bike is NOT road legal.