The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Kids' Bike
Austin, TX
woom ORIGINAL 5 Kids' Bike
$649.00
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Designed for all-around use so kids can conquer big hills in the neighborhood, no problem, the woom ORIGINAL 5 bike is an innovative and ultralight 24 in. bike with 8 gears.
Key Details
Wheel Size
24 inches
Number of Gears
8 gear(s)
- Frame is geometrically designed for kids ages 7 and up and forged of sturdy, superlight aluminum; lightweight material means longer rides
- Low standover height makes getting on and off the bike easy
- Low entry, lower sitting position and forgiving steering geometry provide control and comfort
- Grips are ergonomically designed for kids' hands; screw-in grips ensure secure attachment to handlebar
- Easy-to-operate SRAM twist shifter enables riders to shift intuitively through the 8 gears with minimal hand strength required
- Independently operated front and rear V-brakes are easy to operate thanks to their ergonomically adapted brake levers with reach adjustability
- Integrated headset bolt allows for easy compression adjustment
- Vario stem is made of lightweight forged aluminum; adjustable height and reach mean the stem can be adjusted for optimal riding position as the child grows
- High-quality Jagwire cables provide reduced friction and smooth performance
- Saddle is designed to accommodate the anatomy and the biomechanics of growing riders
- Saddle is equipped with side protection to lean against walls
- Quick-release seatpost clamp offers a simple, quick and tool-free way to adjust the saddle height—it's even easy enough to be operated by children
- Crank length and distance between the pedals are ergonomically adapted to fit children's bodies
- Pedals are durable, reflective and slip resistant
- Narrow-wide chainring ensures minimal chain slippage and provides good control
- woom SOOPA DOOPA HOOPS wheels are specially designed for the child-specific geometry on the woom 5
- Wheels feature smooth, frictionless hubs and double-walled rims; rims come with a 20 stainless-steel spoke design to offer a perfect balance of strength and light weight
- High-quality Schwalbe Little Joe tires provide traction and durability; 24 in. diameter and 1.85 in. width allow riders to traverse pavement and dirt with plenty of control
- Reflective sidewalls of the tires boost visibility on darker rides
- Extra-long quick-release skewer makes it easier for kids to release and close
- woom LEGGIE kickstand comes preinstalled
- Contact points on the bike are made specifically for kids
- 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.
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- 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 | Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | MaAA 6061 aluminum |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Aluminum unicrown; 1 in. steerer |
| Crankset | Lightweight, forged 5.1 in. (130 mm) aluminum cranks with narrow tread (Q-factor); narrow-wide chainring with 28 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Included |
| Shifters | SRAM X4 twist shifter |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X4 rear derailleur |
| Rear Cogs | Sunrace 8-speed 11-32T, zinc |
| Number of Gears | 8 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | V-brakes |
| Brake Levers | HJ-340PDV, alloy/resin, 3-finger |
| Rims | Ultralight SOOPA DOOPA HOOPS aluminum |
| Front Hub | 20h, 14 gauge, 100 mm, QR type, 2x sealed bearings, steel axle |
| Rear Hub | 20h, 14 gauge, 135 mm, bolt type, 4x sealed bearings |
| Wheel Size | 24 inches |
| Tires | Schwalbe Little Joe Folding 24 x 1.85 in. |
| Tire Width | 1.85 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | Aluminum; sandblasted; black anodized; width: 58 cm |
| Stem | Forged aluminum; adjustable height and reach |
| Seat Post | Anodized aluminum; 22.2 x 260mm; minimum insertion point marked; integrated guide in seat tube |
| Saddle | Ergonomically designed; non-toxic; side protection to lean against walls |
| Pedals | Plastic |
| Headset | Fully integrated 1 in. headset; sealed industrial bearings; integrated ahead clamp |
| Chain | KMC Z8.1, 1/2 in. x 3/32 |
| Weight | 20 lbs. 4.8 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Kids' |
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Jason B
Received free product
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Good design for learning
1 year ago
This bike has a good range for kids learning to ride. It was simple to set up out of the box, and the brakes and gears were well tuned to enable excited use right out of the box. The bike has quality parts, a well designed kickstand, shorter crank arms, small diameter grips, and easily adjustable handle bars - all of which really help kids feel comfortable on the bike. Quality tires are included, and the frame appears to have space so that more aggressive, off road tires could be added if desired for more trail riding options. The neck/stem has a very easy design to rotate the handle bars from a more upright, shorter top length to a more forward, aggressive, longer reach. This is a great design feature and was really simple, quick and easy to adjust - huge benefit here. The kink in the frame and seat post position prevents the seat from being lowered further down. The lowest setting is limited due to the frame design, some of the other bike options out there allow the seat to be far lower down, closer to the rear tire, which makes it easier for some kids to feel secure starting out with feet on the ground, before progressing to fuller leg extension with less foot contact with higher seat levels. This bike would get five stars from me if the frame accommodated lower seat heights and didn't have the kink upwards in the top bar where the seat post clamp is. This kink also impacts the comfortable straddle height for riders on the smaller range. This bike does have quality parts, which are reflected in the higher price range, and the neck design is an awesome feature.
No, I do not recommend this product
Mike
Received free product
South Pasadena
Woom is Woom upside down
1 year ago
My son loves this bike. I like it too … it entirely designed and configured for kids. It has unique features such as cross bar handle bar height adjustment, and frame configuration, the seat is designed for children and it’s super light. Required some setup when purchased online (I recommend reading the front brake setup on website as instructions were not very clear). All in all, great solid bike…
Yes , I recommend this product
Lab Rat
Received free product
Great Bike!
1 year ago
Took about 35 minutes to assemble. All needed tools included, except I used a bigger Allen wrench of my own to slightly lower one of the front brake pads because it was rubbing against the tire a little. Assembly needed included the front tire, front brake, handle bars, pedals, and seat. All of the assembly was pretty straightforward. The front tire does not require tools to take on or off. The front brake assembly was a little confusing (even following the instructions), but looking at how the rear brake was assembled helped me figure out what to do. Tires were already inflated. The bike operated smoothly from the start. Brakes work very well. The handlebars can adjust up and down and sort of forward and back by maybe two inches or so. This requires loosing and tightening two Allen screws, but the Allen wrench provided is too small for those screws. My son is 4'5," and the bike was a little tall for him. My daughter is 5'2," and it was a perfect height for her.
Yes , I recommend this product
Phoenix711
Received free product
Excellent bike, lightweight and easy to assemble
1 year ago
This bike is awesome. It is lightweight which is great for my 9-year old son. He doesn’t have problems maneuvering, turning, dragging, or anything else a kid does to a bike because of how lightweight the bike is. This bike is an excellent color and it really pops with vibrancy making it easier to see. He loves the rich, blue color because it is his favorite color. This was an easy assembly job too which was a welcome for me. Only a few things to align and tighten and he was off and riding. This bike handled road and dirt equally. This Woom bike is meant for road and is not a mountain bike but my son tested it anyway on the trails by us. It was smooth ride on both and had no problems. This is a great bike for roads, parks, neighborhoods, and anywhere kids are riding. HIGHLY recommend Woom bikes.
Nathan4517
Received free product
Phoenix, Az
Near perfect kids bike
1 year ago
Absolutely love this bike, great quality all around. Got the bike for my daughter who learned on a few balance bikes and this is a perfect transition to a "big kid bike". Everything about this bike feels intentional to be the best. The components are top notch, it is incredibly light, and it's just a good looking bike. Only thing more I could wish for is I had this as my childhood bike.
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
11 months ago