The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Kids' Bike
Austin, TX
Co-op Cycles REV CTY 24 Kids' Bike
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Not really a "kids' bike," the Co-op Cycles REV CTY 24 bike gives young riders all the performance of an adult bike, scaled down to match their size and designed to build their confidence and skill.
Key Details
Wheel Size
24 inches
Number of Gears
21 gear(s)
- Aluminum frame is lightweight and durable
- Shimano drivetrain provides 21 versatile gearing options for hills, flats and rolling terrain
- Linear-pull rim brakes provide responsive braking power
- All-terrain tires are mounted on sturdy rims for excellent performance on and off the road
- Please note: the small frame may not fit standard-size bottle cages and water bottles; side-entry cages are recommended (not included)
- Bicycle weight limit is 120 lbs. total, including rider + all gear carried on the bike and on the rider's body
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
View the Co-op Cycles CTY Product LineView all Co-op Cycles Kids' Bikes- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Recreational Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | 6061 aluminum |
| Step-Through | No |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | 6061 aluminum |
| Crankset | Alloy, 42/34/24 |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge |
| Shifters | Shimano Tourney |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tourney |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Tourney, 14-34, 7-speed |
| Number of Gears | 21 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | Logan linear pull |
| Rims | Aluminum |
| Front Hub | Joytech, with nutted axle |
| Rear Hub | Joytech, with nutted axle |
| Wheel Size | 24 inches |
| Tires | Kenda Cosmos, 24" x 1.5" |
| Tire Width | 1.5 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | Steel riser |
| Stem | Alloy |
| Seat Post | Alloy |
| Saddle | Co-op Cycles |
| Pedals | Wellgo composite platform |
| Headset | Semi cartridge |
| Chain | KMC Z51 |
| Weight | 26 lbs. 1.6 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Kids' |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
Co-op Cycles Bikes (143170)
| 24 IN | |
|---|---|
| Reach | 366.3 |
| Stack | 439.4 |
| Effective Top Tube | 500.58 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 320 |
| Standover Height | 607.45 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 71 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73 |
| Wheelbase | 943.65 |
| Chainstay | 390 |
| Fork Offset | 45 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Great gearing
Eugene4 years ago
Hard to find kids casual 24” bikes wtih enough gearing to make it up hills comfortably. Most come with 1x front chainring, which is good for simpicity, but the rear is usually 7 to 8 speed, which is just not enough for hills. This is perfect with a triple front chainring! I did change out the brakes, and updated the L & R shifters to the click style (makes a HUGE difference as the twist shifters are hard for my kid), all for cheap on eBay or Amazon. Also helps to change out the seatpost to zero offset to reduce the reach, and got an alloy short stem and aluminum bars to replace the stock to reduce weight and further reduce the reach so my kid can ride comfortably. With these few modifications (all on the cheap, just look on eBay or Amazon), the bike is incredible and my kid loves it. The biggest selling point for this bike is the triple front chainring, which makes all the difference for climbing hills.
Eugene
Fremont, CA
14 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Surprisingly poor quality
Jill5 years ago
We bought this for our 8 year old. After only a few rides, the handlebar covers began to separate from the frame. After repeatedly readjusting them, my son asked us to remove them — the patterned rubber was hurting his hands anyway. Upon removing the rubber, we saw that the handlebars were already broken/damaged. My son rides hard but has only owned the bike for about 2 weeks. The bike has otherwise been pretty good (the left fear is a little hard for him to turn, but it rides nicely). This is disappointing, though.
Jill
29 people found this review helpful
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Jill
Surprisingly poor quality
5 years ago
We bought this for our 8 year old. After only a few rides, the handlebar covers began to separate from the frame. After repeatedly readjusting them, my son asked us to remove them — the patterned rubber was hurting his hands anyway. Upon removing the rubber, we saw that the handlebars were already broken/damaged. My son rides hard but has only owned the bike for about 2 weeks. The bike has otherwise been pretty good (the left fear is a little hard for him to turn, but it rides nicely). This is disappointing, though.
Mike
Derailleur Failure
2 years ago
Please see other reviews about the derailleur/shifter. I have purchased two of these, one stopped working in six months, the other in less than two months and probably only 4 rides. To make things worse REI will not commit a time to fix, you have to show up and hope they will get you in. Poor quality and even worse service when this seems to be a known issue with this model. Very disappointing when you have to tell your kid their brand new bike doesn’t work correctly and the shop won’t make time to fix it. So much for the REI commitment to quality and service. Sell low quality at a high price and then say, sorry, but you have to wait….
No, I do not recommend this product
JCZacher
Greenville, SC
Not what I expect from REI quality
5 years ago
I've been an REI member for almost two decades, and this is the fourth REI bike I've purchased for my boys. Sadly, this is probably the last. The quality of the new Co-op bikes isn't anywhere near the old Novarra bikes -- and that's a big deal with young boys. The two older bikes were absolutely bomb-proof. These Co-op bikes break like wet tissue paper. While the ride of the bike and the fit seems great, the components (namely brakes and derailleurs) are garbage and I've had to bring both of my kids' bikes back in for repairs three times in six months. Go pay up for a brand name bike or be ready to buy multiple cheap bikes from a big box store... it'll be cheaper for you in the end.
No, I do not recommend this product
Drew
Seattle, WA
Good value for decent kids bike
1 year ago
This is a really decent bike at a good price for kids, providing a lot of value. It seems easy for my kiddo to ride and control. It is a bit on the heavy side but at this price that is not unexpected. My only real complaint is that the reach is pretty long for a kids bike, which is a frame geometry feature I've experienced on adult REI bikes as well. Would be nice if this came with a shorter stem or bars that swept back more (or tweak the geometry in future versions). However, it is hard to find an affordable kids bike outside of the used market so this is still worth it. I recommend this bike to other parents.
Eugene
Fremont, CA
Great gearing
4 years ago
Hard to find kids casual 24” bikes wtih enough gearing to make it up hills comfortably. Most come with 1x front chainring, which is good for simpicity, but the rear is usually 7 to 8 speed, which is just not enough for hills. This is perfect with a triple front chainring! I did change out the brakes, and updated the L & R shifters to the click style (makes a HUGE difference as the twist shifters are hard for my kid), all for cheap on eBay or Amazon. Also helps to change out the seatpost to zero offset to reduce the reach, and got an alloy short stem and aluminum bars to replace the stock to reduce weight and further reduce the reach so my kid can ride comfortably. With these few modifications (all on the cheap, just look on eBay or Amazon), the bike is incredible and my kid loves it. The biggest selling point for this bike is the triple front chainring, which makes all the difference for climbing hills.
Yes , I recommend this product
Philly Nona
Philadelphia
Sad grandchild
5 years ago
This is a pretty sturdy bike but the handlebars don’t adjust nor do they sell a riser. This bike is too expensive to not have something so simple addressed. My grandson was hunching over the handle bars. He can fit other 24 inch bikes.Also the patterned rubber hurt his hands so your child will need gloves. He loved the color and it the handle bars were able to be adjusted we probably would keep it but we need to return the bike. He was very disappointed.
Yes , I recommend this product
JimS
Austin TX
Poor geometry -- handlebars
4 years ago
I am the 3rd of the 10 reviews posted here to state there is an issue with the geometry on this bike. I purchased this in the late Spring as my son had outgrown his 16" bike. He's barely ridden this because the handlebars are set up in such a way that he is very hunched over and uncomfortable. I literally have it sitting at REI in austin right now because it just doesn't work for him, and apparently it would require an entire new fork to get the height up. I expect we will be returning this and looking for another option. Very frustrating.
No, I do not recommend this product
Marc
Good quality, good price
5 years ago
I purchased the smaller 20 inch, single speed and the larger 24 inch, 21 speed REI coop brand bikes for my kids. Both are of good quality and are competitively priced. No front suspension, reasonable weight, reasonable tire width, good brakes. These are the right design choices.
Yes , I recommend this product
Rob H
Providence, RI
Great bike for my eight year old
4 years ago
My daughter loves this bike. It is her first real bike, and it is helping her to learn how to be a proper cyclist. So far the design, components, and workmanship are excellent.
Yes , I recommend this product
DBest
SLO
Middle of the Road Bike. Poor Assembly.
3 years ago
First impressions are that I'm fairly happy with the bike. It is basic but everything is fairly good. I would have liked to see at least 1 disk brake but its ok. I have built many bikes over the years and realize that this is a kids bike, so I gave it a break on build expectations, however I was very surprise on how bad the assembly was from REI. For instance 1 brake side wasn't touching, front wheel at least 1 inch off center, shifting for both derailleurs were not calibrated, reflectors loose on bike, warped wheels, among other issues. Thankfully I have all the tools and quickly were able to calibrate, tighten and trued the wheels. The reason I find this so bad is that without the knowledge, this could have easily taken 1-2 more trips, and I will need to pour over the rest of the bike to ensure that everything is actually assembled correctly (like bottom bracket, bearing, etc). I strongly recommend buying from a bike shop and paying the extra money unless you know your way around a bike.
No, I do not recommend this product
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