Ridley’s Yungstr is the brand's take on a pro bike for juniors
Belgian brand Ridley is taking kids’ bikes seriously, maybe for the first time ever. The new Yungstr isn’t a toy or a scaled-down adult frame, but a purpose-built, full-carbon race bike for riders aged 8 to 12. Aimed at being a launchpad for the next generation of all-rounders.
Although the Yungstr is built around a 929 gram carbon frame with the complete build comes in at 8.9 kg. It runs hydraulic disc brakes, a geometry tuned specifically for young riders, and generous tyre clearance – up to 42 mm on 650B or 32 mm on 700C. The design is angled for versatility across different riding styles and disciplines.
The fit evolves too, with an easily swappable stem that lets the bike grow as its rider does. And in a neat twist, Ridley is offering a lifetime warranty that transfers even if the bike is resold.
It’s all part of Ridley’s push to give kids a genuine performance platform from their very first rides. With the platform receiving backing from Belgian Cycling, Cycling Vlaanderen, and youth squads like Acrog-Tormans.
MSRP: €2,699 with a Shimano GRX400 build.
