Children's MTB with 10.5 kilos: The Nize Full Suspension 24 is made in Germany
Jan Timmermann
· 21.02.2024
The world of children's full-suspension bikes has never seen anything like it: Nize combines a weight of just 10.5 kilos on a frame manufactured in Germany that is approved for use in ASTM category five. This means that Nize could have designed the lightest 24-inch children's MTB of its kind ever. Nevertheless, the bike remains absolutely competitive for ambitious young bikers with prices starting at 2857 euros. Mountain bike enthusiasts will soon have a new, exciting option on the market for lightweight children's fullys.
Children's fully made of titanium and aluminium
Many children's bikes are simply too heavy. In relation to the low body weight of their riders, they usually have far too many pounds on their ribs. The few exceptions are either extremely high-priced models or bikes whose weight has been reduced by lightweight parts. Finding a lightweight, good and affordable children's mountain bike is anything but easy - especially if it's a fully. Nize has already made a name for itself among parents and children in the past with fairly priced children's hardtails. Their bikes have also already impressed in the BIKE test. The first full-suspension children's MTB from Nize is now eagerly awaited.
The impressive ratio of stability, weight and price on the Nize Fill Suspension 24 is made possible by a new manufacturing method. While the prototype shown here uses 3D-printed aluminium connecting pieces, these will be made of titanium in the next, near-series development stage to increase rigidity. The frame, which provides 130 millimetres of suspension travel, is completed with anodised aluminium tubes that are glued into the sleeves.
In addition to a unique appearance, this technology, which is familiar from the aerospace industry, allows for greater manufacturing precision than with welded frames. Internal support struts enable a highly stable construction in areas subject to stress. Despite its low weight, Nize can therefore release the 24-inch MTB for enduro use. As befits a children's enduro bike, the seat tube allows for a dropper post. The bike should be suitable for kids from 120 centimetres tall. In the seated position, Nize specifies a saddle height of 445 millimetres.
In terms of geometry, Nize has opted for modern, progressive values. In order to offer children the most efficient pedalling position possible, the seat angle is very steep at 78 degrees. Meanwhile, the steering angle of 64 degrees is extremely slack for a children's bike and promises a smooth ride on demanding descents despite the small 24-inch wheels. The bottom bracket drop of 30 millimetres should also ensure safe handling of the Full Suspension 24. With a chainstay length of 428 millimetres and a wheelbase of 1068 millimetres, Nize is aiming for a compromise between manoeuvrability and riding stability.
Children's enduro with low weight
Nize relies on linear kinematics to make adjusting the 130 millimetre rear triangle as easy as possible and to achieve a high level of sensitivity. Even when the travel is fully utilised, the saddle should remain drag-free in the lowest position. In the basic version, the lightweight frame weighing around 1300 grams is fitted with a lockable air shock from Fox. This means that the lightweight Nize Full Suspension 24 should also cut a fine figure on tours. For young enduro riders who prefer to ride downhill, shock absorbers with a reservoir and steel spring damping can also be installed.
Children's MTB made in Germany
Nize has enshrined the issue of sustainability in its company philosophy from the very beginning and is striving to become completely CO2-neutral. The fact that the family-run company can remain competitive on the market for children's mountain bikes despite high-tech, production in Germany and current price wars is due to the direct sales concept. A pre-order discount currently makes the offer even more attractive. Parents can rejoice: Nize is currently also working on exciting adult bikes based on a similar concept. The first rideable bikes are expected in the middle of the year.
Details of the Nize Full Suspension 24
- Price: from 2857 Euro
- Area of application: Enduro
- Wheel size: 24 inch
- Frame material: titanium / aluminium
- Frame weight: approx. 1300 g
- Weight of complete bike: from 10.5 kg
- Front suspension travel: 130 mm
- Rear suspension travel: 130 mm
- Suitable for body height: from 120 cm
Geometry of the Nize Full Suspension 24
- Reach: 360 mm
- Stack: 536 mm
- Steering angle: 64 degrees
- Seat angle: 78 degrees
- Chainstays: 428 mm
- Wheelbase: 1068 mm
Features of the Nize Full Suspension 24
- Suspension fork: Manitou Machete Expert, 130 mm
- Shock: Fox Float SL Performance, 130 mm
- Gear system: Shimano Deore, 1 x 11
- Translation: 28 / 11-42
- Crank: Nize Customised, 130 mm
- Brakes: Shimano BLMT401/BRMT4100, 180 / 160 mm
- Wheels: Sun Ringle Düroc 30 with Novatec hubs
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron 24 x 2.1"
- Stem: Nize Customised, 35 mm
- Handlebars: ProTaper J-Unit Team, 680 mm
- Seatpost: Kind Shock Vario Rage-1, 100 mm
In the increasingly wild market for children's full-suspension bikes, Nize stands out with several unique selling points. The price, weight and look make you want a production bike made in Germany. - Jan Timmermann, BIKE editor
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