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Kids' bike 16-inch Trek Precaliber 16 fjord blue

Kids' bike 16-inch Trek Precaliber 16 light blue for 0.99 to 1.17 m, hand brakes, 8.35 kg

$366.86 Incl. Tax

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Trek Precaliber 16 Fjord Blue: the age of real brakes

The Trek Precaliber 16 marks a milestone: no more coaster brake, your child now brakes with two levers on the handlebar, like the grown-ups. 16-inch wheels, a single freewheel gear, tool-free stabilisers and a parent handle, for 8.35 kg according to Trek. This Fjord Blue is a clear, light blue.

Technical specifications

Frame	Kids' aluminium alloy, 16 inch
Fork	Steel, kids' fork
Drivetrain	1-speed freewheel: 26-tooth steel chainring with chain guard, 18-tooth sprocket, 89 mm alloy cranks
Brakes	Two linear-pull rim brakes (V-brake), levers on the handlebar
Wheels / tyres	16-inch alloy rims, 28 spokes / Bontrager XR1 16 x 2.25-inch
Cockpit	500 mm steel handlebar, 80 mm rise, 50 mm Bontrager stem
Saddle / seatpost	Padded kids' saddle with integrated seatpost and handle
Equipment	Tool-free stabilisers, kids' satellite pedals
Weight	8.35 kg, one size (Trek figure)

At a glance

✓ 16-inch wheels	✓ For 99 to 117 cm
✓ Two hand brakes	✓ Freewheel, 1 speed
✓ Tool-free stabilisers	✓ 8.35 kg

Who is it for?

For 4 or 5 year olds, from 99 to 117 cm, moving on from their first bike or starting straight on a 16-inch after a balance bike. It suits families who want a bike for rides in the park and the first few miles on cycle lanes.

The LVR workshop view

An alloy frame built for the age of first hand brakes. The Precaliber 16 is based on a kids' aluminium alloy frame and a steel fork. Its real distinguishing feature lies elsewhere: it drops the coaster brake of the 12-inch for two linear-pull brakes, operated by levers on the handlebar just like an adult bike. Your child thus learns the movement they will keep for their whole cycling life.

	Precaliber 12	Precaliber 16	Precaliber 20 Freewheel
Stage	First pedal bike	The independence bike	First big-kid bike
Frame / fork	Alpha Silver alloy / steel	Alloy / steel	Alpha Silver alloy / steel
Reference bike	6.80 kg, 86 to 102 cm	8.35 kg, 99 to 117 cm	9.45 kg, 114 to 132 cm
What it means	Coaster brake only	Hand brakes, freewheel	Bigger wheels, kickstand

In other words: 8.35 kg, a single freewheel gear, two hand brakes and stabilisers that fit without tools. Trek designs it for 4 and 5 year olds.

Two linear-pull brakes act on the front and rear rims. Teach your child to brake gently with both hands at the same time: it is the right reflex for stopping in a straight line. In the workshop, we bring the levers closer to the handlebar so they fall right under their fingers.

The freewheel lets your child pedal backwards without braking: they bring their pedal back to the top before setting off, as they will later be taught on a 20-inch bike. The 26-tooth chainring with chain guard and the 89 mm cranks are in proportion to their legs.

Which Precaliber should you choose?

Model	Wheels	Child's height	Gears / brakes	Weight
Precaliber 12	12 in	86 to 102 cm	1 speed, coaster brake	6.80 kg
Precaliber 16	16 in	99 to 117 cm	1 speed, 2 V-brakes	8.35 kg
Precaliber 20 Freewheel	20 in	114 to 132 cm	1 speed, 2 V-brakes	9.45 kg
Precaliber 20 7-speed	20 in	114 to 132 cm	7 speeds, 2 V-brakes, 35 mm fork	10.90 kg

Our take: at 8.35 kg, the Precaliber 16 weighs 1.55 kg more than the 12-inch, but brings hand brakes. The Precaliber 20 Freewheel (9.45 kg) takes over at 114 cm.

LVR sizing advice

Trek recommends the Precaliber 16 from 99 to 117 cm, for 4 and 5 year olds. When seated, your child should be able to put their feet on the ground and reach the brake levers without stretching their arms. Drop into our Béziers shop with them: a test ride settles the question in a few minutes.

Size	16 inch
Child's height (cm)	99 to 117
Age given by Trek	4 and 5 years
Cranks (mm)	89

Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop.

Your questions

Will my child be able to brake?	Yes, with a little practice; the levers are adjusted to the size of their hands.
Are stabilisers useful?	Only for the very beginning; take them off as soon as possible.
How many gears?	Just one, freewheel, to keep the bike simple.
Is this blue light?	Yes, it is a bright Fjord Blue, fresh and soft.

The LVR Cycles verdict

The Precaliber that teaches hand braking, with the simplicity of a single gear. Its fresh, light Fjord Blue suits it perfectly.

Pros
+ Two hand brakes from age 4
+ Tool-free stabilisers
+ Clear light blue

Cons
- Single speed only
- 8.35 kg, heavier than the 12-inch

Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, we adjust the brake lever reach to your child's hand, check the pads and set the saddle as they grow.

Reference TRK-5349445

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