26", 27.5", 700c Kids Bikes (Ages 10+)

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26-inch kids bikes are ideal for older kids and young teens who are ready for a full-size riding experience but still need youth-specific geometry.

These bikes typically suit riders aged 10 years and up, depending on height and confidence.

Explore our full range of kids bikes to compare all sizes and styles, or browse the 26-inch bike selection below to find the right fit.

For more information on 26 inch bikes, scroll past the collection of bikes below.

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What are 26 inch bikes?

26-inch bikes are the transition bike between kids/youth bikes and adult bikes.

These are a great option for riders who are taller than average 8 year olds. Where the 24-inch bike won't last as long but a full adult bike is too big.

There are 3 types of 26-inch bikes and we'll go through what they are next.

The Mountain Bike (MTB). It's all about versatility.

Not only are they fine for suburban bike paths, they are designed to offer stable, safe handling over rough terrain.

It makes 26-inch mountain bikes an ideal fit for kids who are adventurous.

These bikes will have front suspension and wider tyres to absorb impacts and deliver better off-road grip.

Some examples are the:

Lightweight 26 inch bikes

No suspension. Narrow tyres. Lightweight frame tubing.

This type of 26-inch bike is all about reducing weight and the effort to pedal.

These are designed for paved suburban bike paths. They can handle very light, smooth unsealed surfaces too.

Some examples include:

The Cross-Over 26 inch bike

As long as there's no rough off-road involved, these 26-inch bikes are going to be really good at everything else.

No suspension and mostly aluminium parts means these bikes are light.

What makes them smoother and more versatile than the Lightweights above is the tyres.

Wider tyres have more air volume.

This allows the tyres to behave like micro-suspension; absorbing chattery impacts, delivering more grip and stability.

An example is the ByK's E620 MTR (Mountain Road) 7-speed and E620 MTR 3-speed.

ByK love making lightweight bikes so these bikes have that DNA but the wider tyres give them versatility.

Another great option is the Neo+ 26. It's a similarly designed bike with lightweight components paired to wider tyres.

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