Orbea Laufey 24 H30 (2022)

Orbea Laufey 24 H30 - 24-inch Kids Trail Bike with Carefree Rigid Fork

One thing's for sure: if parents enjoy mountain biking and model the sport to their children, it's only a matter of time before the spark ignites with the offspring. So far so good! But in order for the kids to enjoy cycling right from the start, it is important that the bike fits their body proportions. And secondly, that it is not too heavy in relation to their body weight - like (too) many children's bikes on the market. We are happy to have found Orbea, a manufacturer that is intensively concerned with this topic and builds high-quality and ergonomically adapted mountain bikes for children and young people.

Laufey 24 - The Orbea series for kids from 6 to 9 years old

You always have to be careful with size specifications for children's bikes. Because the proportions of body and limbs can never be generalised 100 percent. Orbea's age recommendation is therefore a good guideline - but it is best to confirm it with a test ride. Especially for the upper limit range, our general tip is: if the child really does fit on the next larger model, then it is better to choose the larger wheels. They roll better on uneven surfaces. The Laufey 24 models with 24-inch wheels are already a clear step towards an adult bike. In addition, children of this age are already more experienced riders. The basis is a high-quality aluminium frame with integrated cable routing. Orbea deliberately does without a suspension fork in the price range of the H30. This saves weight and is quite simply carefree. The entry-level model of the series comes with top Shimano parts such as 10-speed Deore gears and MT400 hydraulic disc brakes. When the going gets rough, a standard guide keeps the chain in check on the crank. Cranks, rims, handlebars and RaceFace stem are made of lightweight aluminium. A splash guard is fitted to the fork as standard.

Orbea - High-quality bicycles from Spain

Founded as early as 1840, when it was still an armoury, Orbea has been one of the most important traditional bicycle manufacturers in Spain since the 1930s. Based in the bike-crazy Basque country, the company's philosophy has always been to be close to the sport. Fans know the legendary atmosphere on the roads when the Tour de France makes a detour into the Spanish Pyrenees. Numerous professional teams in MTB and road cycling trust in the quality of bikes from the Basque Country.