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A teal tinged with sage, the Trek Precaliber 24 suspension Blue Sage puts the emphasis on easy climbing: Shimano Tourney TX80 derailleur, 8-speed 13-34 freewheel and 152 mm cranks. The 45 mm fork and 2.25-inch Bontrager XR1 tyres complete the package, for 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 8 to 12 year old who lives in a hilly neighbourhood or joins their parents on routes with some climbing. It will appeal to those who want to climb on their own, without pushing the bike up every hill.
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 34-tooth sprocket combined with the 32-tooth chainring gives a gear where one turn of the cranks is almost one turn of the rear wheel: your child can spin up steep slopes without standing on the pedals. That is what lets them keep up with the family on backcountry roads.
The 152 mm cranks match the leg length of a child from 130 to 150 cm, for efficient pedalling. The replaceable derailleur hanger protects the frame: after a fall onto the derailleur, the workshop replaces it and realigns everything in a few minutes.
| 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: all four colours of this Precaliber 24 suspension weigh 11.90 kg. Compared with the Wahoo 24 Trail (10.50 kg, 9 speeds, hydraulic discs), it keeps the advantage of a suspension fork for rough tracks.
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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. |
| Does it climb hills well? | Yes, the 32 x 34 gear is very easy on climbs. |
| What happens if the derailleur takes a knock? | The replaceable hanger protects the frame; the workshop changes it quickly. |
| Are the cranks the right size? | Yes, 152 mm for children from 130 to 150 cm. |
| What is this colour? | A teal tinged with sage, soft and original. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The Precaliber 24 that makes hills manageable, thanks to its 13-34 cassette and replaceable derailleur hanger. Its sage-tinged teal is original and soft.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, we adjust the drivetrain, replace the derailleur hanger if needed and set the saddle as your child grows.
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