Bike Setup Library
Know your child’s bike, part by part
You don’t race competitively yourself — and you don’t have to. These guides demystify the equipment that shapes comfort, safety and speed, so you can make confident decisions as a parent-coach.
FOUNDATIONFULL LESSONALL BIKES
Choosing the Right Bike
Match bike type and wheel size to your child and their discipline.
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KEY IDEAFULL LESSONXCO · CX
Bike Weight
Why a few kilos matter so much for a light rider — and where to save first.
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PERFORMANCEFULL LESSONMTB · CX
Tyres, Pressure & Tubeless
Traction for every terrain, and the tubeless-vs-clincher choice.
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SETUPFULL LESSONALL BIKES
Saddle, Seatpost & Fit
The cheapest, highest-value tweak for comfort and pedalling power.
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PERFORMANCEFULL LESSONXCO · CX
Gears, Chainring & Chain
Tailor a simple, reliable 1x drivetrain to rider and course.
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SETUPFULL LESSONMTB · CX
Handlebar, Stem & Grips
Control, fit and the safety details that prevent injuries.
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