The weight of the bike has a lot to do with how much a child enjoys riding it.Thats why theChildrens Bike Academy Grade 3 Belt 16is40 percent lighterthan what a childrens bike should be.Agood childrens bikeis only good if its really light and fully adjustable. What makes Academy bikes good is light frames and components. Thelowered top frametube makes it easier for children to mount and get off the bike.Did you know that anergonomic bike designcan help children learnproper cycling habits? Thats why Academy, in collaboration with the German Institute of Orthopedics, Osteopathy and Sports Medicine, developed an ergonomic bike design that makes pedaling easier for children, whilepromoting correct body posture.Silenceis golden, especially when it comes to childrens bikes. Since the Academy Grade 3 Belt features abeltinstead of a chain, its not only silent but alsoeasier to maintain, which means more riding time for your kid and less time spent finetuning the bike in the garage.Plus, the belt with not get your clothes dirty, and you will stay injury free (which is not always the case when dealing with the regular bike chain).Not only does anappropriate handlebar heightmake it easier to actually control the bike, it also helps promotecorrect posture. And the Grade 3 handlebars will grow together with your child.Our tips:Don’t know what type and size to pick for your child? You’ll find out more in our guide.If you live in the Czech Republic or Slovakia, you can use you can visit our stores for servicing or trying a bike out.Technical description:Recommended age4 6 yearsUsers height105 cmSeat height49-57 cmFrameAL tripple buttedBrakesAL V-BRAKETiresVEE TIRE SpeedsterSeatpostAL 25.4 mmStemACADEMY AHEAD, 50 mm/470 mmGear shifter1s freewheelDriveBeltForkAluminumWheels16″ SuperlightWeight5.7kg
