Cannondale Cujo 24+ Kids Mountain Bike Review + Initial Upgrades
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- Опубліковано 8 тра 2018
- In this video I discuss the reasons why I chose the Cannondale Cujo kids mountain bike with 24 inch plus wheels. Basically it has all real mountain bike parts that you would find on any good mountain bike for adults, but it's in kid size.
I also discuss the first upgrades I made to this bike right off the bat. This includes converting the tires to Tubeless, adding a DIY chainstay protector, installing a water bottle cage and replacing the pedals with Chromag Radar Kids bike pedals
This should fit Lightning Dragon for 3 seasons, given that I can upgrade it with parts I already have.
This bike has 24 inch wheels with 2.6 inch wide tires on extra wide rims. This makes for a BIG tire with a soft footprint and TONS of traction.
Awesome Stuff, I did the same thing with our daughter. Except started her on a wishbone wooden 3-n-1 bike that converts from a push trike to a taller balance bike. But went and bought a Specialized hotwalk balance bike and started her race it at BMX tracks with the rest of the family. Then went to a Big Boy pit bike ( the ones with dolly wheels) and at the same time she was racing a GT mini, but then she crashed!!! So no more racing, but she is on a Specialized Hotrock sidewalk BMX that I have up graded. All this is to say, I like what you have done and like the next bike you picked out for your oldest son. I too am leaning that way for our daughters next bike, except I think I want to change the shifter right of the bat. To a low end Shimano thumb and trigger shifter. Hey great video, keep them coming and remember to Live-Life-Loud!!!
Shopping for a mountain bike for my soon to be 8 year old and came across this review along the way. Thanks! Looks like my son will be getting a Cujo as well!
Check out the 24 inch bikes from Norco as well. That was my other option.
Great job dude!
Got my 7 year old one of these after he trashed his 20" bike at Aviemore over Easter. He absolutely loves it. Lack of suspension is no issue & tbh they're too heavy for him to benefit from anyway. The plus tyres absird some of the impacts & he loves the fact its like a mini version of my Fatbike. Great to see the upgrades you've done, wasn't sure about going tubeless so it's good to see it's doable.
How tall was your 7 year old? I have a 49 inch kid turning 7 next week. He looks to be just outside recommendations for 24 inch bikes, but he's outgrowing his 16 inch. Can't test ride at a store due to COVID-19, so going to have to just order one.
Cool vid I just bought my nearly 8yr old boy the same bike here on the UK and he’s been absolutely loving it! I’m upgrading the cassette to a Sunrace 11-40 and a better chain. The orange pedals look awesome 😎
They do. Need to get him some shin guards...
For my 6yo kid I've got a German 24" Cube Race (made in 2011) whit white/blue/red colors.
All I can say this bike is REALLY amazing.
Lightweight, great looking with quality components. I snag it for around 210 usd... (using a conversion from my local currency).
nice video and how do u not have one million subscribers I like your channel alot
Good to hear! Thanks! Share the videos! Every little but helps! Happy trails!
what is the axle to crown length on the factory fork? a 26" manitou markhor air fork set to 80mm would probably work really well and the markhor can be upgraded to the absolute+ damper if you wanted. There only around $225
Thank you for the video. I bought my son cannondale kids 24 (2018), but there is a fork , that does not work at all. I plan to install an air fork for 26 wheels, for example manitou markhor. What can you say about this fork? And I also plan to put in front a hydraulic brake from my shimano m315 bike for a confident ride through the forest. Good luck and health to your family. Hello from Russia
You can get a suntour xtc 24” fork
I just got one of these for my 9 year old nephew, how is your boy enjoying this bike? We’re you happy going with rigid fork and plus tires? I hear this is good for kids to develop skills.
It was a great bike! We upgraded to one with 10 speed and an air fork, but yes, rigid is s great way to learn.
What is the weight of the bike?
Hello ATF,
I'm nearly ready to get my almost-8 year old a Salsa Timberjack 24 from our LBS and I'm debating between the suspended or non-suspended models. It's only about $50-60 difference in price between the two. My son doesn't care for the pale blue color of the non-sus model while the sus bike is a nice looking deep red. I like the non-sus for the simplicity. Does Salsa spec a decent suspension unit that makes it worth the difference in price in this case, or would you advise avoiding it altogether and getting the non-sus model?
I don’t know much about that, but if it’s a decent air fork then it’s probably worth it. I really like that Timberjack 24. I have a timberjack myself.
My kid is turning seven and I was curious how you’d think a cujo 24 would be for him fit-wise. He is a bit over 51” with about a 23 1/4” inseam. Stand over height on these is listed at about 24” so I’m concerned it’s slightly too big while the 20 would be on the small size.
To be honest, part of me thought about goin the bmx route as he could practically trash it around the neighborhood but I ride (light xc and used to race road) and I kind of want something he can use to go distances with me. Closest pump track is a good 45 min away.
Thx.
Should be fine. My son is about that size.
Ok. Interesting. I feel like he's certainly tall enough but was considered his inseam isn't enough based on the stated standover height.
Tough with kids. Nothing is ever the right size. My guy started out with the seat slammed and has moved up since then. It’s a good platform since you can get a longer stem, wider bars and setback seatpost.
Hello, thanks for the video!! One question, is the rear sprocket a cassette? Can it be easily upgraded to 10 speed? Thank you!!
This was a while ago, but as I remember it was a freewheel not a free hub. So no, it could not be easily upgraded.
Currently trying to get the tires to seat after taking the tubes out. These are tough.
Do you have a compressor?
Hey All-Terrain Family,
Any clue why the bottom bracket is so low compared to all the bikes in the same category? I'm considering it for my almost-8-year-old.
Lower standover height. It’s working out well for him still. So I think it’s a good bike.
All-Terrain Family With the addition of a suspension fork, the bb height would be downright normal. The existing rigid fork is not extended to match the height of let's say an 80mm suspension fork.
@@hankalspach1 I haven't looked into adding a suspension fork to it. The BB height isn't bad. Hasn't slowed my guy down at all. If you want suspension, look at the Norco bikes. Commencal also has a RAD line of kids MTBs. Also the Salsa Timberjack Sus 24. That has the added benefit of being a How To Train Your Dragon reference.
@@AllTerrainFamily I wasn't looking to add one at this point either-I was just trying to figure out the design intent. You're probably right-lower standover than the others.
Hey dude, I have a giant xtc 24” jr lite, I’m about 80-90 lbs, how would a sr suntour xct 24” 50mm fork do?
Infxrnocryptical hello young lad! You should address an adult as sir or ma'am. Use "dude" for your friends.
We don’t stand on ceremony around here bro.
How did the tubeless conversion go? Great video and thanks!
Thanks for watching! Tubeless went smooth! I have a video of the whole setup i still need to post.
Thank you. I am also looking forward to this video as my daughter's Cujo 24 just arrived and my son's Cujo 20 is on the way. Your review was thorough and really helped sway me into getting these over some other rides we were looking at.
Here's the conversion video: ua-cam.com/video/DPxYmjKcJAM/v-deo.html
Here's the tubeless conversion video: ua-cam.com/video/DPxYmjKcJAM/v-deo.html
Awesome! Thank you.
Hi, this bike also works fine as the first bike for my 10-year-old son? is it okay to buy this bike if he never rode any bike or I should choose another one? Many thanks
If the bike fits it’ll work.
@@AllTerrainFamily and this one? Merida Matts Jr 24, is this better one?
@@gmonte That's not a mountain bike.
@@AllTerrainFamily and Cannondale Cujo 24 (without the "x" is that good, too?) cheers
Was looking for my 10yo. Looking at the Diamondback line. How does this compare?
Which bike in particular? I’ll take a look.
All-Terrain Family
www.diamondback.com/line-24
Thanks
That actually looks pretty good. I like the Sram trigger shift. Other than that and the suspension fork it’s pretty comparable. The Cannondale will be lighter. I wanted him to ride rigid for now to develop skills and because I don’t think the sus forks for this price Range are any good. You probably can’t go wrong with either. DB is a great brand too.
All-Terrain Family
Thanks man. That does make sense with building skills. I have an REI up the street, so I'll probably go and check the bikes out. I just have no clue about these so I definitely appreciate the info👍
@@dominionn09 You're welcome. The main thing I like about the Cujo is the fact that you can walk into any bike shop and find replacement or upgrade parts. That's probably going to be true of the DB you are looking at as well. However, kids leave bikes out in the dirt and rain and sun and suspension forks don't take kindly to that treatment. A couple of aluminum tubes don't mind at all...
I found you from Instagram. Nice channel. Google deleted my UA-cam channel and I just started a new one.
Supper!!!
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Is this good for a tall 7 year old?
Probably
The only reason why i dont like the pedal is if the pedal hits your shin your screwed
Yep. That happens. But less likely with such an aggressive pedal.
That’s so heavy 55 pounds! And no suspension
This was 26# as pictured.
But it is a very nice bike.
He said his son weighs 55 pounds (25kg), not the bike! My 8 year old weighs the same