20" Mongoose Rockadile AL Mountain Bike

This bike has front suspension and "v" brakes making is a comfortable and reliable mountain bike. Your kid won't need to have any back-off in going down that steep little hill in the off-road trails around the Yarra, he can just go for it! As long as you're not planning anything too crazy, this bike is great for riding along bike paths with some off-road riding to mix it up a little. It's a 20inch frame which makes it appropriate for most kids aged 5-10. It's really just one step down from an adult mountain bike but really you can't tell the difference (other than size, of course).The best way to get some reality on this bike is to bring your son in for a test ride on one. We can guarantee they will love it!

If your son is taller than the average bear then perhaps check out the GT Stomper at $279, a larger 20" mountain bike ready for anything he can throw at it.