Opinions on B'twin Mistigirl
ashleypilbrow
Posts: 4
Hi.
I'm looking to get my girls bikes for Christmas. They are aged 8 and nearly 7. We do not ride far but I'm hoping that is about to change a little. I am aware (thanks to forums such as this) that if I had the money I should be looking at Islabikes Beinn 20s, Specialized Hotrocks etc, however I have a budget of £150 each. I am considering second-hand purchases of the above but I'm afraid a 2nd hand bike may lack the 'wow' factor required at Christmas. I know that's shallow but it's important to kids. I've also spotted brand new Ridgeback Harmonys available for £159 in a clearance deal which seems tempting.
I do want opinions on the B'Twin Mistigirl, however. I know the adult Rockriders are considered to be about the cheapest bikes around that are not considered BSOs so I thought their kids bikes could be worth a look. They weigh 11.5kg which is similar to all bikes of this size except the Islabikes but I can't find many reviews. Please help!! Are these any good or would I be much better off with the Ridgeback? Thank you!
http://www.btwin.com/en/bikes-for-ages- ... irl-3.html
http://www.btwin.com/en/bikes-for-ages- ... irl-5.html
I'm looking to get my girls bikes for Christmas. They are aged 8 and nearly 7. We do not ride far but I'm hoping that is about to change a little. I am aware (thanks to forums such as this) that if I had the money I should be looking at Islabikes Beinn 20s, Specialized Hotrocks etc, however I have a budget of £150 each. I am considering second-hand purchases of the above but I'm afraid a 2nd hand bike may lack the 'wow' factor required at Christmas. I know that's shallow but it's important to kids. I've also spotted brand new Ridgeback Harmonys available for £159 in a clearance deal which seems tempting.
I do want opinions on the B'Twin Mistigirl, however. I know the adult Rockriders are considered to be about the cheapest bikes around that are not considered BSOs so I thought their kids bikes could be worth a look. They weigh 11.5kg which is similar to all bikes of this size except the Islabikes but I can't find many reviews. Please help!! Are these any good or would I be much better off with the Ridgeback? Thank you!
http://www.btwin.com/en/bikes-for-ages- ... irl-3.html
http://www.btwin.com/en/bikes-for-ages- ... irl-5.html
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That weight isn't great... but again, not as bad as some either. Others may be able to comment better on components etc etc.