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In deep midnight blue, the Trek Precaliber 24 suspension Marianas Blue goes with 8 to 12 year olds from the school week to the weekend: 24-inch wheels, 8 Shimano Tourney gears, a 45 mm suspension fork and rack mounts. It weighs 11.90 kg according to Trek. It suits children from 130 to 150 cm.
| Frame | Alpha Silver aluminium with rack and kickstand mounts, replaceable derailleur hanger, 135 x 5 mm QR |
| Fork | Kids' suspension fork, 45 mm of travel |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Tourney TX80 derailleur, 8-speed 13-34 freewheel, 32-tooth steel chainring, 152 mm cranks, KMC Z8.3 chain |
| Brakes | Two alloy linear-pull V-brakes |
| Wheels / tyres | 24-inch alloy rims, 32 spokes, 100 mm steel front hub / Bontrager XR1 24 x 2.25 |
| Cockpit | 560 mm steel kids' handlebar, 40 mm rise; 60 mm Bontrager stem; 130 mm grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Padded 24-inch kids' saddle |
| Equipment | Kickstand, kids' satellite pedals |
| Weight | 11.90 kg, one size (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the pre-teen who is starting to ride alone to secondary school or to friends' houses, and for parents who want a sturdy, comfortable bike that can be kitted out. It also suits family rides on greenways and tracks.
An Alpha Silver frame equipped like an adult bike. Trek has given this Precaliber 24 an Alpha Silver aluminium frame with rack and kickstand mounts, a replaceable derailleur hanger and a 135 x 5 mm rear quick release. These are the standards of a grown-up bike: in the workshop, the hanger is easy to replace after a fall, and the bike can be equipped for everyday journeys.
| Precaliber 24 suspension | Wahoo 24 Path | Wahoo 24 Trail | |
| Stage | Versatile, all tracks | Roads, greenways | Mountain bike trails |
| Frame / fork | Alpha Silver alloy / 45 mm fork | Alpha Silver alloy / rigid fork | Alpha Silver alloy / rigid fork |
| Reference bike | 11.90 kg, 130 to 150 cm | 9.80 kg, 130 to 150 cm | 10.50 kg, 130 to 150 cm |
| What it means | Comfort on rough ground | Lighter, 8-speed microSHIFT | 9-speed, hydraulic discs |
In other words: 11.90 kg, an 8-speed 13-34 Shimano Tourney drivetrain, a 45 mm suspension fork and a padded 24-inch saddle. A versatile bike for 8 to 12 year olds that climbs well and soaks up the bumps.
The rack mounts let you add a carrier for the school bag or sports bag: your child rides with nothing on their back, more stable and less tired. The kickstand is fitted as standard, handy outside school or the club.
Eight gears from 13 to 34 teeth cover the sloping streets of central Béziers as well as the long straights of the greenway. For a safe ride to secondary school, add front and rear lights, and remind your child that a helmet is still essential.
| Model | Wheels | Child's height | Gears / brakes | Weight |
| Precaliber 20 7-speed | 20 in | 114 to 132 cm | 7 speeds, 2 V-brakes, 35 mm fork | 10.90 kg |
| Precaliber 24 suspension | 24 in | 130 to 150 cm | 8 speeds, 2 V-brakes, 45 mm fork | 11.90 kg |
| Wahoo 24 Path | 24 in | 130 to 150 cm | 8-speed microSHIFT, 2 V-brakes | 9.80 kg |
| Wahoo 24 Trail | 24 in | 130 to 150 cm | 9-speed microSHIFT, hydraulic discs | 10.50 kg |
Our take: at 11.90 kg, this Precaliber 24 weighs more than the Wahoo 24 Path (9.80 kg), but it brings a 45 mm suspension fork. For a mix of everyday journeys and tracks, that 45 mm fork makes the difference.
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LVR sizing advice Trek's range runs from 130 to 150 cm, for 8 to 12 year olds. Sitting on the saddle, your child should touch the ground with their toes and reach the brake levers without effort. Come and try it with them in our Béziers shop.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Can a rack be added? | Yes, the frame has the mounts; we fit it in the workshop. |
| Is it suitable for secondary school? | Yes, with lights and a lock; the kickstand is included. |
| How many gears? | Eight, Shimano Tourney, from 13 to 34 teeth. |
| Is the blue dark? | Yes, a deep midnight blue, understated and elegant. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The everyday Precaliber 24, ready to be kitted out for school and comfortable on tracks. Its deep midnight blue appeals to older children.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? Our Béziers workshop fits racks and lights, adjusts the brakes and derailleur and adapts your child's position as they grow.
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