20-Inch (5-8 yr. old)

When your early-grade-school adventurer is ready for their first foray into the excitement of shifting, it starts with the Cleary Owl. Cleary built this bike around the drivetrain to take your explorer higher and further every time. Powered by an internally geared Sturmey Archer 3-speed hub that's activated by a buttery smooth Sturmey Archer trigger shifter. The Owl's shifting mechanism is encased in an aluminum shell inside the rear hub so it will shift smoothly with no maintenance for thousands of miles. Speed and acceleration are no problem with the 127mm alloy 3-piece cranks. Too fast too soon? The Owl stops on a dime thanks to the super-strong Tektro junior v-brakes. To determine the best fit, Cleary suggests measuring your child's inseam and referencing their size chart. The Owl is the best fit for riders with an inseam measurement of 19-23". A rider with a 21" inseam will sit on the Owl with their bottom on the saddle, flat-footed on the ground with the seat at its lowest position. At that same saddle height, riders with a 19" inseam will happily sit with only the balls of their feet on the ground. As long as a child has an inseam of 19", their arms and torso are long enough so they can reach the handlebars comfortably.

Sun's Li'l Bolt Type-R is a child's perfect complement to your adult cruiser bike. It boasts a sweet upright riding position, a plush seat and wide handlebars to make every ride your little one does as comfortable and carefree as possible. Plus, it's got a light, aluminum frame and 20-inch wheels for a wonderful ride. You'll also love the simple, low-maintenance one-speed, coaster-brake drivetrain.

Timberjack 20 is one of Salsa's plus-sized 3-inch-tire kids’ bikes designed to help turn your child’s daydreams into reality. Timberjack 20 will be there on family camp adventures and solo missions in the nearby woods, fostering independence all the way. The 6061-T6 heat-treated aluminum frame, modern-day componentry, and geometry specific to the size of the rider provide a durable platform for any quest. High-volume, 3-inch tires offer flotation, traction, and most importantly, added stability that can help smaller bodies stay upright in loose conditions. The Timberjack's 1 x 8-speed drivetrain gives your youngster the ability to handle hilly jaunts with the simplicity of a single twist shifter. Mounts on the forks allow extra water bottles or light gear with Anything Cages to encourage the sorts of rides that turn young explorers into lifelong ones, a gift of immeasurable value.

With its quickness, durability, and lightweight feel, Liv's STP helps young riders get rolling on trails, pump tracks or bike park terrain. Made with a gusset-free ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame, the STP has a low stand-over and saddle height with a taller front end, so she can be stable in corners and balanced over rollers. Disc brakes give her the confidence to stop quickly, and this model is available with or without a front suspension fork to suit different riding styles and terrain. With fun and lively colors and graphics, young riders will love jumping on and riding in style. The STP is also compatible with dropper seatposts for those riders who are ready for next steps.

For sand, snow, and moon rocks. El Oso Niño is our smallest fat bike, made for kids who want to monster-truck over everything in their path. Four-inch wide tires sit atop 20-inch wheels, making for a unique style and ride. Low tire pressure allows the bike to grab every bit of traction available, with extra float for soft surfaces and sand. This little bear’s frame and fork are made from high-tensile steel, tough enough for prowling the neighborhood and the woods. It’s got a seven-speed Shimano grip shifter to charge up hills, and powerful disc brakes for control, allowing riders to go wherever the trail or their imagination takes them — maybe even to the moon! This model fits riders 44"-54" tall, aged approximately 4-9 years old.