Archive for month: December, 2019

The Off 5 is the 24 inch wheel kids’ mountain bike in a relatively new line up of offerings from Woom. This company makes bikes specifically for kids. Undeniably, Woom has earned a very favorable reputation for making kids’ bikes that are fun and easy to ride.

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Now, with the introduction of the Off series, Woom’s designers have created true purpose-built youth mountain bikes. Importantly, the Off series bikes adhere to the company’s principles: Faster Learning, Experience Adventure, and Value. At the current time, the MSRP for each bike in the Off series is less than $700 USD.

Presently, most kids mountain bikes bikes in this price range are composed of aluminum alloy frame and fork components. However, the fork on the Woom Off is constructed from carbon. The carbon fork reduces weight and improves responsiveness. To note, Woom has plans to offer an air fork for the Off series in 2020.

Quick Look – The Woom Off 5 

Some More Numbers And Specs – Woom Off 5

In addition to its carbon fork, he Woom Off has some other stand-out features. Firstly, the hydraulic brakes make controlling speed easy. Secondly, Schwalbe Rocket Ron tires provide high quality grip. We really love having tubeless tires in our family. However, we don’t think it would be too hard to set these wheels up as tubeless. To this end, you can use either tape and valves or the bottom inner portion of a 20″ tube. To be sure, it’s a little odd that the tubes that shipped with our demo have schrader valves. But luckily, most bike pumps are both presta/schrader compatible.

Additionally, the Woom 5 Off has a quick-release seat post collar, not a collar that requires a hex key. Accordingly, seat hight changes are quick and easy. Contrarily, if you want to get adventurous and increase your standing as a valued parental life form you can make a few modifications. Firstly, pick up an old external RockShox dropper. Secondly, install it on the Off.  You’ll want to cut the dropper’s line to the proper length and affix it to the top tube with zip ties. Without aa doubt, this adjustment can boost your little rider’s confidence even more.

Drivetrain And Design

The 1 x 9 SRAM drivetrain is smooth-shifting and reliable. What’s more, the wide gear range is great for speedy flats and quick climbs. Surprisingly, the Woom Off even has a bash guard protecting the front chain ring.

Next, step back into time and behold- a kickstand! This easy-to-remove accessory was just as surprising as the bike’s carbon fork. Keep it on if you like, or use it to prop up the bike for a photo shoot. The bike’s a looker and worth every photo you take.

The designers at Woom understand aesthetics. Smooth lines along the top tube of the bike, impeccable curves on the chainstays, and a minimalism is better-ism doctrine are noticeable. Overall, this bike looks fats!

Woom Off 5 Geometry

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Who Is The Woom Off 5 Built For?

This kids’ rigid mountain bike is going to work very well for any mountain biker 7-11 years old and 50″-57″ tall. Skill level doesn’t matter. Beginning mountain bikers through experts will enjoy this bike on cross-country terrain.

Riding The Woom Off 5

Our riders simply loved pedaling the Woom Off 5. The bike’s weight is its greatest attribute. One of our riders was riding the bike in a familiar area where he was used to riding a heavier bike. He was able to climb a few hills for the first time on the Woom Off instead of walking them and he let us know over and over.

The bike zipped through descending turns and quickly transitioned to climbing with a couple of hasty shifter clicks.

A confident, skilled and safe rider can maneuver the Woom Off to the top obstacles and over the rocks. The fact that it’s a rigid frame didn’t bother our pre-teen riders. The width of the rims, quality of rubber, and tire pressure helped smooth out the bumps.

You’re always going to hear us say “Fit is it.” Be sure to get the Woom Off that will fit your child best. Never get a kids’ mountain bike that’s too small or too big. Be Goldilocks and get the bike that’s just right. The right fit allows your child to use the bike safely and maximize all of its features and components as designed and intended. Because Woom has built the Off in three different sizes, you can be sure to get the right one, right now.

The Woom’s geometry allows kids to pedal efficiently, steer, brake and descend with determination. Fun is always part of the universal, multi-lingual equation, too.

Consider The Woom Off 5 For Your Kid’s First Real Mountain Bike

Unquestionably, Woom has upped their game by designing the Off series of kids’ mountain bikes. As can be seen, they are competent machines at an excellent price-point. The hydraulic disc brakes, wheels, tires, and carbon fork make the line up an immediate contender for families who will be getting their kids their first real mountain bike.

Woom’s light-weight build is going to be a game-changer for kids who have learned to ride on heavier bikes. To sum up, your kids are going to be able to ride longer and and go farther on a bike with a build that had been engineered and fabricated to be heavy on fun and light on the scale.

The Norco Fluid FS 1 24 is a full-suspension mountain bike for kids with 24 inch wheels and a brand spanking new design for 2020. Norco made some excellent design changes to make this bike even better. The four-bar suspension system is the most notable change. Additionally, Norco slackened the head tube angle and made the seat tube angle steeper. All in all, the Fluid FS 1 24 is an aggressive bike with a standover height of 22.4 inches.

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As of now, you can get this bike and others direct from Norco. Norco has developed an online buy-direct program or a “click-and-collect” system. When you purchase a bike online from Norco, it’s shipped to your local Norco dealer. Once your dealer has assembled the bike- you pick it up! Here are details on how it works.

Who Is The Norco Fluid FS 1 Built For? 

We highly recommend this bike for many disciplines of mtb riding. The Fluid FS1 is great for enduro, downhill, intermediate to advanced technical trails, bike parks, shuttle laps, dirt jumping, and all-mountain riding. However, it’s not an optimal 24 inch wheel kids’ bike for XC races. Norco offers the Fluid HT specifically for cross-country riding and racing, The Fluid HT is a fab 24-inch wheel hardtail.

The Norco Fluid FS 1 24 At A Glance 

A Little More About The 2020 Norco Fluid 24

Let’s get into the weeds! The new Fluid 24 gives us a lot to talk about! It is has a lot of features seen on full-size adult bikes. Here’s a run-down of its primary attributes.

The Norco Fluid FS 1 24 ships with the utra-super-cool youth SDG Jr. Pro component package. This package includes a kid-sized saddle, grips, pedals and bars. This accessory package is also available as an a-la-carte item. In addition, it comes in in several bright color options: black, blue, green and pink from Amazon | Competitive Cyclist | Jenson USA

Surprisingly, the Norco Fluid FS 1 24 even has a chain guide! Off the top of my head, I don’t recall seeing this on any other kid’s bike.

Norco Fluid 24 FS 1 Geometry

Norco designed this bike specifically for kids who weigh less than 90 lbs and in the 9-12 age group. Get out the tape measure and see if your grom is a good fit for this all-mountain and bike park shredder.

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Riding the Norco Fluid 24 FS 1

Our test riders railed the berms, stomped the tech, and sent the Norco Fluid 24 through the air. In short, they put this bike through its paces.

Each of our girl and boy riders were experienced gravity racers. Certainly, their parents took care to set up the bike properly. In this situation, the adjustment for each child included: cockpit set up, adjusting the air pressure in the suspension and tires, as well as seatpost height. Each rider felt comfortable and confident on the bike after proper set up.

Big jumps and black-diamond technical terrain call for Full face helmets, protective gear, and advanced skills.

A confident mountain biker on the right bike can effectively corner through loose turns. The kid-sized Maxxis DHR and DHF on the Fluid are excellent. This pairing is a favorite on adult-sized bikes as well.

Both of our pre-teens enjoyed the ergonomics of the SDG Components on the bikes, especially the handlebars and grips. Bars are meant to be cut! When you get your Norco Fluid 24, be sure to cut the bars so your young mountain biker is custom fit to the bike. This fine tuning will allow your womp rat to maneuver the bike with confidence.

Pedaling this bike is just good, honest work. Our riders’ geometries optimally fit the crank length on this bike.

One of our riders has an older model Fluid. He immediately fell in love with the Manitou air fork on our demo.

Norco Has Improved Upon The Already More-Than-Capable Fluid 24

Certainly, kids’ full-suspension mountain bikes are getting sophisticated. And not just because more companies are making them. In this case, Norco used its years of experience to make the Fluid even better. To summarize, Norco totally revamped the Fluid’s frame and suspension makeup to ensure kids have an optimal experience. What’s more, the additional SDG package, tried-and-true brakes and drivetrain provides a wonderful mountain bike for pre-teens who love to shred. We recommend this bike without reservation.

Does your kid need a slightly bigger bike?

Norco recently introduced the Sight Youth 27.5. Norco designed this all mountain 27.5 mountain bike to help groms take their riding to the next level. The Sight Youth 27.5 will fit a 4’9” – 5’2” rider. To emphasize Norco deliberately tuned this bike for lighter riders. The youth tune includes lighter springs and shock damping curves. This bike provides 140mm rear and 150mm front travel for a more forgiving ride under lighter riders.

About Norco 

Norco is a Canadian company. They strive to create progressive bicycle designs that maximize performance. In addition Norco selects components to complement their designs and meet their own high expectations for ride quality. Each Norco bicycle must pass stringent standards for performance, aesthetic and quality. Norco’s goal is to create bicycles that inspire confidence in everyone who rides them. What’s more, they hope that that everyone who throws their leg over a Norco bicycle will be in a better position to realize their full potential. Check out Norco’s website for more info.

Shout-out! 📸 Thanks to Salt Lake City photographer Steve Lloyd for supplying a couple of photos. Follow him on Instagram @stevelloydphoto

Introducing the Woom Off 5 Kids Mountain Bike. Woom gets it. Design a light bike that’s comfortable and kids are going to like it – we mean really like it. Woom specializes in making bikes that are easy to ride. In a word, Woom bikes are FUN!

Now, with another season of experience under its well-fitting belt, Woom has launched the Off series. This is a group of purpose-built kids mountain bikes complete with disc brakes and Schwalbe tires. Oh, did we mention a carbon freakin’ fork?! The Woom 5 Off is available at a very reasonable price-point, too.

We’re in the process of writing a full review and video summary for this beauty, but wanted to share a quick glimpse of what’s to come.

Here’s a brief overview. Firstly, the Woom OFF 5 is a super light mountain bike for kids. Secondly, the hydraulic disc brakes make it easy for children to handle descents without getting tired. Thirdly, the 5 Off  has a super light frame and kid sized components to make it an excellent climber. Finally, we bet your kiddo will love this bike!

Why buy a Woom Kids Mountain Bike?

1. Woom bikes are lightweight. These bikes are 40% lighter than a conventional children’s bike, making them significantly easier to ride.
2. Woom bikes are designed just for kids. The kid-sized components improve your rider’s safety and comfort. Check out our full review of the Woom 5.
3. Kids learn to ride faster when they are comfortable. Woom bikes are more comfortable for kids because of their light weight and  kid sized components .
4. Woom bikes hold their value.  Once your kids outgrows this bike you can pass it on to siblings or re-sell  it at a good price.
5. Free shipping. Woom offers nationwide free shipping and free 30-day return shipping on all kids bikes.
6. Fast delivery. Woom ships UPS Ground and your Woom Bike will typically arrive in 3-5 business days
7. Satisfaction guaranteed. Woom offers free 30-day return shipping for all of their products.