Ended up buying this bike! well chuffed with it. In spotless condition.
Thinking of whacking on my old deores and 9 speed stuff as spotted this post on another forum
https://www.mtbr.com/threads/commencal-ramones-20-custom-build-for-my-5-years-old-boy.1124885/
Have wondered about getting a fork as well. Wasn't sure on axle to crown length
Fork isn't worth it on a 20" kids bike. They simply don't generate enough force to get through the friction. Bigger front tyre on the other hand is worthwhile
@5lab - you're probably right and something i've always thought to be honest but i did get carried away with this thread https://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/new-bike-day-sophie-age-6/
and love tinkering with bikes
Can't wait until my boys are on 26" as i have loads of parts
My lad got a good inch out of his basic forks, he's on rigid ones now but I'd have no issues putting some super soft ones back on.
Got to say i'm impressed with the bike. So much better than his isla bikes Beinn. The massive tyres make a huge difference in handling. He was able to ride the whole blue at Forest of dean. I upgraded the brakes to full hydrualic and they are awesome
