Shyre Hopton 26" Wheel Kids Hybrid Bike

Riders roughly 10 to 13+ years old, 145 to 160cm tall, with an inside leg of 66cm or more. Age starts the search, inside leg confirms the fit. If they are between sizes and still growing, the Hopton 26 is usually the right call over the 24.

It arrives 90% built. You fit the pedals, straighten and tighten the bars, and check the brakes. A basic tool kit is in the box and there are assembly videos to follow. If you would rather someone talked you through it, book a video call and we will go through it with you.

For a new rider, set it so the balls of both feet reach the ground while seated. As confidence grows, raise it so the leg keeps a slight bend at the bottom of the pedal stroke. The post has a quick-release clamp and a scale line, so it takes seconds. Never raise it past the minimum insertion mark.

The levers have a reach adjuster. Wind it in so the blade sits closer to the bar until they can get their fingers comfortably round it. To change the angle, loosen the clamp bolt slightly, rotate the lever, retighten it and check both brakes engage fully before riding.

Check the wheel is sitting straight in the dropouts and the bolts are tight. Then look at the pads from above, they should sit evenly either side of the rim. The small spring tension screws on each V-brake arm centre the pads. A quarter turn is usually enough.

Before each ride, a quick check of tyre pressure, brakes and that nothing is loose. Keep the chain clean and lightly oiled, more often in winter. For a regular rider, a yearly safety check by a bike shop is worth it.

The range is printed on the tyre sidewall. Towards the lower end for grip on grass and gravel, towards the upper end for tarmac. Check them every couple of weeks, small wheels lose pressure faster than you would expect.

The Hopton 26 is our largest size in the range, designed for riders up to the top of its height range. If your child is taller than that, contact us and we will advise on the best fit.

Send us a photograph and we agree a value, up to 55% back, towards their next bike with Shyre Trade Up. The lifetime frame and fork warranty also transfers with the bike, so it holds its value if you pass it on or sell it.

Lifetime on the frame and fork. If either fails we replace the bike, not just the part. Everything else is covered for two years. The cover transfers to the next owner.

Yes. You have 90 days to change your mind under our happiness guarantee. Take your time deciding whether it fits and whether they get on with it.

Yes. If you find a comparable bike from another brand for less, send us the link and we will match it. It needs to be the same wheel size, with an alloy frame and equivalent brakes and gearing, new and in stock at a UK retailer.