The Trek Wahoo 24 Path 2027 is a lightweight hybrid kids' bike built for children roughly 130–150cm tall — an adult-style 1x8 drivetrain and confidence-inspiring rim brakes on a bike sized just for them.
WHO THIS BIKE SUITS
Your child is roughly 130–150cm tall and ready for a proper geared bike with adult-style trigger shifters.
You want a lightweight bike your child can lift and manoeuvre themselves, not a heavy scaled-down adult bike.
Your child mostly rides pavements, bike paths and the school run rather than trails.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT
If your child is riding proper off-road trails, the Wahoo 24 Trail adds a carbon fork, hydraulic disc brakes and wider tyres for genuine off-road use.
WHERE IT SITS IN THE RANGE
The Wahoo 24 Path sits in the middle of the pavement-focused Path range, between the 20-inch and 26-inch sizes, as your child grows.
Full Wahoo range: Wahoo 20 Path — Wahoo 20 Trail — Wahoo 24 Trail — Wahoo 26 Path.
HOW IT RIDES
An upright hybrid-style riding position keeps kids comfortable and confident, with better sightlines and control than a hunched-over riding position. The lightweight Alpha Aluminium frame is genuinely easy for a child to lift and manage, and the microSHIFT Acolyte 1x8 drivetrain with kid-friendly trigger shifters gives real gear range for hills without overcomplicating the controls. Reviewers consistently note this is designed to feel and ride like a proper bike, not a toy.
THE FINAL WORD
The Trek Wahoo 24 Path 2027 is a genuine step up as your child grows. Come in and we'll help you get the sizing right — we'd always recommend trying before you buy.
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Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminium, 24"
Fork: Wahoo 24" alloy, V-brake bosses, ThruSkew 5 mm QR
Headset: Integrated, sealed cartridge bearings
Bottom bracket: Sealed cartridge, 68 mm
Shifters: microSHIFT Acolyte, kid-specific trigger shifter
Rear derailleur: microSHIFT Acolyte M5180S, 34-38T max cog
Crank: Alloy, 28T steel ring, chainguard, 127 mm length
Cassette: microSHIFT Acolyte H083, 11-38, 8-speed
Chain: KMC Z8
Brakeset: Alloy linear-pull (V-brake)
Rims: Alloy 24", 28-hole
Front hub: Formula alloy, 100 mm
Rear hub: Formula FM32 alloy, 135x5 mm
Tyres: Bontrager Connection Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 24x2.00"
Handlebar: Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 580 mm width
Stem: Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length
Saddle: Kids' padded (integrated seatpost — not a separate component)
Personalised Bike Consultation
Not sure which model is perfect for you? Our expert team at All Ride Now in Midhurst, West Sussex is here to help you choose with confidence.
- Will you be riding mainly on or off-road?
- Do you prefer an upright or sportier riding position?
- Are you looking for longer range, lighter weight, or a more comfortable feel?
Through a friendly consultation – in-store, by phone, live chat or email – we’ll help you narrow down your options and find the bike that best fits your needs.
