8-speed MicroShift Acolyte drivetrain enables smooth and precise gear changes for varied terrain
Promax hydraulic disc brakes provide strong, reliable stopping power for safety
Double wall 26-inch rims are tubeless-capable, reducing flats and enhancing traction
Rider Supply Pod mounts allow quick access to snacks or tools during rides
Heir crankset and narrow Q-factor design optimize pedaling efficiency for young riders
Summarized by Shop
The Prevelo Alpha Five is a 26-inch kids' bike and the largest in the Alpha range, the step up from the 24-inch Alpha Four. Built for adventurous riders ages 9 to 13, at 21.5 pounds it offers serious all-terrain performance with an 8-speed Microshift Acolyte geared drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes. A 2026 NY Product Design Award Gold
Frame
Double wall 26-inch aluminum
Drivetrain
8-speed MicroShift Acolyte with wide 11-38T cassette and clutched derailleur
Brakes
Promax hydraulic disc brakes
Tires
Kenda Small Block Eight, tubeless-capable
Weight
21.5 lb (approx. 9.8 kg)
Crankset
Heir optimized for kids
Summarized by Shop
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Confidence boost!
My daughter loves her new Prevelo bike. The first day she took it out for a ride, she commented, “this feels good!” She’s been excited to go out on family rides ever since.
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Robin · May 29, 2024
It makes my child very happy
It's a good bike, my daughter has been enjoying it so far. She's on a smaller end of the age spectrum, but is able to control the bike with no problems. Haven't done any long trail rides yet, but looking forward to it.
The build quality is mostly reasonable, other than the wheels, which took about 2 hours to true up, but I got there eventually. The brakes were also way off on the front wheel, and one of the brake springs seems week, pushing the brake calibration to a limit to keep both pads centered.
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Stepan · March 18, 2024
Great bike, awesome customer service
Most importantly my 9yo daughter is thrilled with her new bike. She is right at the lower limit of the size and it fits her perfectly. Everything is as advertised and although I missed the holiday sale by one day (she was trying to decide on a color - red) Prevelo honored the sale price. Also one minor question during assembly was answered quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend the Alpha 5 and Prevelo as a company!
