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Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013

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Ready to roll, our Novara Duster 20" single-speed kids' bike is tough and smooth-rolling and smartly features a front mud guard, chainguard and kickstand for lasting fun.

Built to endure frequent use, the high-tensile steel frame offers strength everywhere it counts while remaining a fun, responsive ride for the kids
Single-speed drivetrain keeps things simple and low maintenance and lets kids master the basics of pedaling without having to worry about shifting
Rear coaster brake and hand-operated rear brake give kids 2 options to control their speed, letting them learn the nuances of hand-operated brakes with backup of coaster brake
Alloy rims, steel hubs and versatile Kenda tires roll smoothly along pavement and dirt paths
Front down tube deflector helps guard against flying mud
Also features a sturdy chainguard and kickstand
Specs on our Novara Duster 20" single-speed kids' bike are subject to change

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Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013 Customer Reviews

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Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013

4.2

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Smooth ride (4)
Stable (4)
Built to last (3)
Easy to grow into (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Street riding (3)

- Was this a gift?:
- Yes (4)

Reviewed by 5 customers

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May

2013

5.0

Son loves this bike

By Surfer Jon

from Davidson, NC

About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Built to Last
Easy to Grow Into
Smooth Ride
Stable
Sweet Ride

Cons

Best Uses

Big Kids
First Learning
Light Trails
Street Riding

Comments about Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013:

Perfect for my 8 year old. He tears up and down on the street with this puppy. My son loves it. I would totally recommend this bike...it's solid.
I kinda wish I would have bought one with shocks and gears but that will be next. This is good for kids just getting their bearings.

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May

2013

5.0

Great bike

By Regular Guy

from Boston, MA

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Pros

Easy to Grow Into
Smooth Ride
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Light Trails
Street Riding

Comments about Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013:

Got this for my 7-year old who is about 52 in tall. Wanted a bike that he wouldn't grow out of in 1 summer. I was worried this was too big but after some help at the store and test rides, I think this was perfect. Well built, solid and handles well. Both coaster and hand brakes great as a transition.

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Dec

2012

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Wonderful Bike!

By NC Mommy

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Built to Last
Easy to Grow Into
Smooth Ride
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

First Learning
Street Riding

Comments about Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013:

My husband and I bought this bike today for our 6 yr old son. It is his first bike without training wheels and the first time he has been on a bike in over a yr. Like the other reviewer, my son has been riding a Razor scooter and his balance is terrific. He hopped on this bike in the store and literally learned to ride a bike in 5 mins. This bike is sturdy, easy for him to control and is a great weight. The tires are wide and have deep tread which I like. The seat and handlebars are on the lowest settings, so he has plenty of growing room. We love this bike!

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Aug

2012

(13 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

We LOVE it!

By knit5together

from MD

About Me Ride every week

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Pros

Built to Last
Smooth Ride
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013:

First - we actually OWN the bike (unlike the other reviewer, who saw it in the store and was disappointed that it was too big for the kid).

My son is 8, and is 4' tall. This is his first bike without training wheels (he's been riding a scooter for a year), and he is Thrilled with it. Jumped right on a took off.

Second - it's lighter than I thought it would be. Excellent.

Third - It has both a handle brake and a coaster brake, nice for the transition from little kid bike to big.

Fourth - It has a kick stand. Silly, but important to my 8 year old.

Fifth - I like that it only has one gear. He doesn't have to worry about shifting, he can just focus on learning to ride.

Service and delivery comments:

The service tech who checked our bike before taking it home did a great job, and he was really friendly and super helpful.

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Jul

2012

(0 of 31 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Wish this had worked out.

By Elk Grove Dad

from Elk Grove, CA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

No front shock
Simple
Straight forward

Cons

Crank arms way too long

Best Uses

Comments about Novara Duster 20'' Single-Speed Bike - 2013:

We have been looking for a new bike for my 6 year old son. I never thought it would be this hard. I want a simple bike (no gears, no shock) for him to progress on. He is currently riding a 14 inch wheeled bike and it is way too small.

Tried the Duster 20 inch single speed today and thought it was a done deal.

He is on the smaller side of the range for this bike and the reason we did not buy it is the crank arm length. When he had the saddle right for his down leg, his other knee was just about in his mouth. They do not list the length in their spec sheet.

Wish they did what Trek has done with some of their bikes and make the cranks with two lengths. In their case 127 mm and 151mm. That way, we could adjust as our kids grow through the bike. It might add a few dollar to the bike, and I would happily pay that.

I have been online tonight and will be contacting my local bike shop in the morning to see if I can buy a shorter crank and install myself.

My son is totally bummed that we did not come home with that bike. Until I know I can make the change to it, not going to spend the money.