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Kids' bike 16-inch Trek Precaliber 16 buff beige

Kids' bike 16-inch Trek Precaliber 16 beige for 0.99 to 1.17 m, freewheel, 8.35 kg

$517.77 Incl. Tax

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Trek Precaliber 16 Buff Beige: an understated bike for growing independence

A natural sand shade and simple lines: the Trek Precaliber 16 in Buff Beige makes a change from the loud colours of kids' bikes. Beneath this chamois beige you will find two hand brakes, a freewheel and supplied stabilisers, on 16-inch wheels. Trek quotes 8.35 kg and designs it for children from 99 to 117 cm.

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 parents who prefer a neutral colour that is easy to pass down between brothers and sisters, and for the 4 or 5 year old who is becoming more independent. It is just right for riding to school beside their parents or doing a lap of the neighbourhood.

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.

The 500 mm steel handlebar with 80 mm of rise and the short stem keep your child upright, hands at a good height. This upright position helps them look well ahead and anticipate, a useful reflex as soon as they ride near pedestrians.

The handle built into the saddle is still there even without stabilisers: you hold the bike as you walk, your child pedals, and you gradually let go. On the flat paths along the Orb, progress is often quick. A properly adjusted helmet remains essential on every ride.

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: the four Precaliber 16 colours are technically identical, at 8.35 kg; beige is chosen for its understated look. For a 4-year-old who is still small, the Precaliber 12 (6.80 kg) remains an option up to 102 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

A neutral colour for a younger sibling?	Yes, beige suits everyone and is easy to hand down.
How do you set the saddle?	With your child seated, tiptoes on the ground; we set it with them.
Do the brakes need maintenance?	A check of the pads and cables from time to time, in the workshop.
Does beige show the dirt?	It hides dust well; a wipe with a sponge is enough.

The LVR Cycles verdict

A complete Precaliber 16, with hand brakes and freewheel, in an understated colour that stands the test of time. Its sandy beige appeals to parents and children alike.

Pros
+ Neutral colour, easy to hand down
+ Reassuring upright position
+ Parent handle

Cons
- Single speed only
- Colour not very visible in traffic

Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, our workshop prepares the bike, sets up the brakes for small hands and adjusts the saddle and handlebar as your child grows.

Reference TRK-5349448

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