Thanks for all of the folks who made it out to the RVA Makerfest and checked out the bikes! The question that was most popular was "Why is this the Ultimate Kids Bike?" Please continue reading as there are several things that go into making the Ultimate Kids Bike:
Lifting the 16 lbs Revo
Weight: Our bikes are very lightweight, in fact they are about 30% lighter than most "bike shop level" kids bikes and as much as 40-50% lighter than department store bikes. What this means is:
- A lightweight bike allows kids to maneuver the bike easier, it takes less effort to move or control the bike.
- Easier to lift when approaching an obstacle.
- Easy to pick up and put on the bike rack.
- Easier for mom and dad to carry when the little ones don't want to ride home from the park.
Geometry is everything
Ride Right Geometry We designed our bikes in cooperation with a professional bike fitter and a professional bike builder to be easy efficient to maneuver. We call this special mix of geometry and commentary Ride Right Geometry. Why this is important:
- Easy & predictable turning. Our bikes have a long wheelbase that means the bike will have a longer turning radius allowing children to take corners slow and wide.
- Easy to balance. Low center of gravity makes the bike is easier to balance and control. Pello bikes have a low bottom bracket height that moves the weight closer to the ground, (the Bottom Bracket is the "virtual" center of the bike where all the frame tubes come together and where the pedals attached to the frame).
- Legs fit. Little hips and legs will fit properly on each Pello Bike. Each bike has it's own crank design that includes different crank arm lengths to match the size rider for that bike. The "Q-Factor" or width between the pedals is as small as we can get it (no bow-legged riding).
- Easy to maneuver. Our handlebars aren't too wide. Each Pello bike comes with it's own handlebar width depending on the model.
- Easy to brake. Brake levers are designed to be close to the grip so little fingers can reach them and they are easy to pull and operate.
- Roll's easily. Our wheels are light and durable and our hubs are ball bearing smooth.
- Feet feel confidant. Our pedals are wide enough to accommodate a foot that "moves around" (we found that kids learning to ride often move their feet all over the pedal, our pedal offers room to accommodate that movement while keeping the foot on the pedal).
- Comfortable to ride. Our saddle (or seat) is designed to fit little bottoms. Big saddles are cumbersome for leg movement while riding and are no more comfortable than a saddle that fits properly.
- Adjustability. All of our bikes are fully adjustable to provide a custom fit for your child. Things you can adjust; Saddle height, Saddle position fore-and-aft, handlebar height, handlebar position fore-and-aft.
Built to last and fit
Will last for generations: Our frames are built with 6061 grade Aluminum that is as durable as it is lightweight. All of our bikes are backed by a lifetime manufacture defect warranty on the frame and fork, 2 years on parts, that applies to the original purchaser. Since all of our components are the same you might find in a quality bike shop they have not only been through our testing but are name brands that have stood the test of time. Brands we use are: Cane Creek Headset, SRAM Shifters, Tektro Brakes, VP Pedals & BB, KMC Chains, Kenda Tires, Alex Rims, Cionlli Saddles.
Fit and Checked: We will take your child's measurements and adjust their bike to fit right before we ship it. Every bike is inspected and checked for quality and safety.