Cannondale Kids Trail Plus 20

The "Kids Trail Plus 20" model from the Cannondale brand from 2024 is a robust and versatile children's bike that is available at a price of EUR 499. The frame is made of SmartForm C3 Alloy and is equipped with IS disc brake mounts as well as mounts for pannier racks and mudguards. This gives the bike a high level of stability and flexibility for different areas of use.

Mechanical disc brakes from Tektro are used for the brakes, which are operated by alloy brake levers. This combination ensures reliable braking performance and easy handling. The shifting consists of a microSHIFT M21S system, which is operated with a low-torque twist shift lever and offers 7 gears. This enables simple and precise gear selection, which is specially tailored to the needs of children.

The fork is also made of SmartForm C3 Alloy and has a 1-1/8" head tube and IS disc brake mounts, which contributes to the overall stability of the bike. The pedals are Wellgo composite platform pedals with reflectors and a 1/2" threaded hole for added safety.

The bottom bracket is a cartridge model with a square taper, while the crankset consists of a Prowheel Pro-V30 with a length of 130 mm and a 30T chainring. The sprocket is a Sunrace with a wide gear ratio of 11-34 and 7 gears, while the drive is provided by a KMC Z7 chain.

The handlebars are made of lightweight aluminium, have a diameter of 25.4 mm and a width of 560 mm. The grips are specially developed Cannondale Kid's Comfort grips, which provide additional comfort. The stem is made of forged and machined aluminium, has a length of 30 mm and is fitted with a protective cap. The headset is an FSA model made of aluminium with a diameter of 1-1/8".

The rims are made of lightweight aluminium, have a diameter of 20 inches and are equipped with 28 spokes. The tyres are Kenda Slant Six models in the size 20x2.6", which provide good traction and stability. The hubs are made of KT Alloy, whereby the front hub is equipped with a quick release (QR) and the rear hub has a 7-speed freewheel sprocket. The spokes are made of black steel and are 14 g thick.

The saddle is a Cannondale Kid's Comfort model, which is mounted on a seat post made from a single piece of aluminium without a clamp and has a diameter of 25.4 mm. The gross weight of the bike is 29000 g.

Overall, the Cannondale Kids Trail Plus 20 offers solid equipment and well thought-out details that are specially tailored to the needs of young riders.