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The Trek Wahoo 20 Trail is a mountain bike designed for children from 1.14 to 1.32 m who want to leave the tarmac behind. It brings together Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a 9-speed microSHIFT Advent drivetrain and 2.20-inch Kenda Amrak tyres, for 9.85 kg according to Trek. Crystal White is a pure, bright white, set off by the dark components.
| Frame | Alpha Silver aluminium, 20 inch |
| Fork | Wahoo 20-inch rigid, Post Mount disc brakes, 5 mm ThruSkew quick release |
| Drivetrain | microSHIFT Advent 1x9: RD-M6195S derailleur, H093 11-38 cassette, ProWheel 115 mm alloy chainset, 30T narrow-wide chainring, KMC X9 chain |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-J285 hydraulic disc, 6-bolt 160 mm rotors |
| Wheels / tyres | 28-hole alloy rims, Formula DC-20 / DC-22 6-bolt hubs / Kenda Amrak 20x2.20 in |
| Cockpit | 580 mm Bontrager alloy handlebar, 20 mm rise, 45 mm Bontrager alloy stem |
| Saddle / seatpost | Padded kids' saddle with integrated 31.6x230 mm seatpost, Blendr light mount |
| Pedals | VP-225 nylon platform |
| Weight | 9.85 kg (one size, Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the child who already follows their parents on a mountain bike and is starting to tackle real trails: forest tracks, easy singletrack, short descents. For parents who want to give them safe braking from the start, without waiting for the 24-inch.
Alpha Silver aluminium, built here for the trails. The Wahoo 20 Trail uses Trek's Alpha alloy but kits it out like a little mountain bike: hydraulic callipers on a Post Mount fork, 6-bolt disc hubs and a narrow-wide chainring that holds the chain in place over bumps.
| Wahoo 20 Trail (this bike) | Wahoo 20 Path | Wahoo 24 Trail | |
| Frame | Alpha Silver 20 inch | Alpha Silver 20 inch | Alpha Silver 24 inch |
| Fork / brakes | Rigid, 160 mm hydraulic discs | Alloy, V-brake | Rigid, 160 mm hydraulic discs |
| Tyres | Kenda Amrak 2.20 in | Connection Comp 2.00 in | Kenda Amrak 2.20 in |
| What it means | Fingertip braking, 9 speeds | 1.10 kg lighter, for the road | The logical next step, from 1.30 m |
In other words: the 20 Trail weighs 1.10 kg more than the 20 Path, but it brings hydraulic disc brakes, a ninth gear and wider tyres. It is the choice for children who already want to ride off the beaten path.
The Tektro HD-J285 hydraulic brakes on 160 mm rotors are the big difference compared with conventional kids' bikes: they need little force at the lever and stay consistent in mud or rain. A small hand can therefore control its speed on a descent without tiring.
The 30-tooth narrow-wide chainring has alternating thin and wide teeth that keep the chain in place over bumps, with no front derailleur. The 9-speed 11-38 cassette gives a low gear for steep climbs and enough top end for linking sections.
| Model | Wheels / child's height | Gears | Brakes | Weight |
| Wahoo 20 Path | 20 in / 1.14 to 1.32 m | 8 | V-brake | 8.75 kg |
| Wahoo 20 Trail | 20 in / 1.14 to 1.32 m | 9 | Hydraulic discs | 9.85 kg |
| Precaliber 20 7-speed | 20 in / 1.14 to 1.32 m | 7 | V-brake | 10.90 kg |
| Wahoo 24 Trail | 24 in / 1.30 to 1.50 m | 9 | Hydraulic discs | 10.50 kg |
Our take: compared with the Wahoo 20 Path, this Trail adds 1.10 kg but brings hydraulic discs, one more gear and wider tyres. The 7-speed Precaliber 20 (10.90 kg) opts for suspension rather than braking.
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LVR sizing advice Trek's height range for this Wahoo 20 Trail runs from 1.14 to 1.32 m. On a trail bike, your child should be able to stand on the pedals with some clearance above the frame. Come and try it with them at our Béziers shop: we adjust the saddle on the spot.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Are disc brakes suitable for a child? | Yes, hydraulic brakes need less force than a V-brake; we adjust the lever reach. |
| Does it have suspension? | No, the fork is rigid: the 2.20-inch tyres provide the comfort. |
| Can it be ridden in town? | Yes, no problem, even though its tyres are designed for dirt. |
| Is white hard to keep clean? | It shows the mud, but a simple rinse with water is enough to make it shine. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The 20-inch mountain bike that gives young riders braking worthy of their parents' bikes. The pure white gives it a clean, modern look.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? Our Béziers workshop adjusts the brake levers to your child's finger size, bleeds the hydraulic brakes and services the drivetrain so their mountain bike stays safe all year round.
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