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Farticus - a Tuner at 7? I'm jealous!
I wouldnt spend that amount until they were in their mid teens. That isn't because im a cheap bastard, nor is it beause i wouldnt want the best of them it is just a different philosophy to parenting.
Looking at my own childhood the most fun years i have ever had on bikes was spent riding a rigid appolo from halfords. No doubt it would be considered utter crap now but it is still my favourite bike ever and played its part of some great childhood adventures like jousting on bikes with bamboo canes as the lance, doing ghosties off the back, or cycling out to the countryside away from the city, or being the first to ride over to the other side of the river at the ford without falling in (a feat which i imagine the kids of today still talk about) or racing through the woods to set up a guerilla ambush against the invasion by the Russians or Germans. Would not have had anymore fun doing this than had i been riding some pimped out quality bike and i hope any kids i have can experience this uncomplicated fun too.
If I had 3 boys to pass the bike down to, then I'd probably consider it. (although not at the moment as I'm skint).
Personally I'd be looking for something like the Islabikes Beinn 24 in terms of quality and lightweight build, but with full sus.
As it is, the Beinn with fatter tyres is pretty good.