For kids
from 1.30 m
Weight
from 10.4 kg
wheel size
26 inches
Suspension travel
100 mm
Matti26
Lightweight aluminium frame with trail geometry
Thanks to the cleverly designed set of 6061 aluminium tubes, the Matti frame is extremely light, stiff and robust all at once. The geometry is sporty yet balanced, and with a slack head angle of 67°, it is specifically tailored to the needs of young trail riders: a short rear triangle makes the bike particularly agile and makes it easier to shift your weight on technically challenging terrain. Combined with a shortened top tube and head tube, the bike’s handling is noticeably improved, thereby enhancing control and riding safety. A steeper seat angle, in combination with child-friendly cranks, supports ergonomic and efficient pedalling and helps conserve valuable energy.
A child-friendly crank. Powerful and clever.
We have specifically designed the lightweight VPACE SL children’s crankset to suit the anatomy of young riders with narrow hips. With a Q-factor of 150 mm, it allows for a natural leg position, resulting in greater pedalling efficiency and noticeably better power transfer. Thanks to the 3-hole direct mount, changing the chainring is a matter of seconds.
The right seat height at the touch of a button
With the Kind Shock Dropper seatpost, you can easily lower the saddle height as required using a remote lever on the handlebars, thereby improving safety on descents. Ideal for technical terrain with rocky sections, tight bends and steep drops.
High-performance suspension fork with Kids Tune
The high-performance Manitou suspension fork offers maximum comfort and control off-road. Featuring 100 mm of travel, it is specially tuned to suit the lighter weight of young trail riders – Kids Tuned Suspension. This gives it a particularly responsive feel and ensures top performance on the trail.
The 29er principle combined with robust VPACE SL wheels
With the VPACE 29er concept, we use large wheels across all model sizes. For example, a child who is 130 cm tall can already ride a Matti26 with 26-inch wheels. With other manufacturers, however, they would be on a 24-inch bike. Why does this make sense? Because larger wheels roll more efficiently, offer a smoother ride and clear obstacles more easily. Combined with the robust and lightweight wheels, young mountain bikers benefit from significantly greater efficiency and safety on the trail.
Scope of application
The Matti is a Category 3 mountain bike and is therefore ideally suited to rough trails, unpaved paths and technically challenging terrain. Jumps and drops of up to 60 cm are no problem, provided you have the right riding technique. Whether it’s a leisurely ride or a quick lap on your local trail, the Matti delivers on its promises. The Matti26 has been designed for a maximum rider weight of 50 kg.
- FrameMATTI26, 6061 aluminium, 142x12 mm thru-axle dropouts, PM 160 mm
- ForkManitou Machete JUNIT Comp, 100 mm (15 x 100)
- WheelsetSunringle Duroc 30 Comp or VPACE SL26, DUKE rim, 24H
- TyresSchwalbe Nobby Nic 26x2.25
- BrakesMagura MT30 with Storm SL2 160mm discs
- GroupsetSRAM NX1 rear derailleur with NX Trigger and 11-42 cassette
- CrankVPACE SL children’s crankset, 135 mm length, 150 mm Q-factor, 30T chainring (3-bolt direct mount)
- HandlebarVPACE SL Low Riser, 620 mm, 5 mm rise, 7° backsweep
- StemReverse 40mm, CX7°
- SeatpostKindShock Rage-i Dropper 100 mm with remote
- Pedalswithout
- Weight10.4 kg with Duroc 30 LRS, 10 kg with VPACE SL
ASeat tube
320 mm
BTop tube
540 mm
CHead tube
100 mm
DHead angle
67°
ESeat angle
73.5°
FBB-Drop
70 mm
GChainstays
415 mm
HWheelbase
997 mm
JReach
360 mm
KStack
538 mm
OFork length
485 mm
Our children’s bikes can be ridden for two years from the start of the recommended size range and accommodate a growth of approximately 15 cm. After adjusting the seat post and stem, they can accommodate up to 20 cm.
The perfect size
The chart shows a recommendation based on body height. However, depending on your riding style, body proportions or personal preferences, a smaller or larger model may also be suitable. Simple adjustments, such as a longer or shorter stem, a different seatpost or the position of the saddle, allow you to tailor the bike perfectly to your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
VPACE Kids Bikes are sporty bicycles and components designed specifically for children, setting new standards in quality, performance and design:
- Lightweight
- Well-thought-out, child-specific geometry
- Larger wheels thanks to the 29er principle
- Top-quality components from renowned manufacturers
- Good value for money
- Low actual running costs due to the high resale value
On the one hand, you can really put our bikes through their paces at our Test Centre partners and experience the VPACE ‘aha’ moment; and on the other hand, you can visit our showroom in Horgenzell, where you can view all our kids’ bikes and even take them for a test ride.
Your bike will arrive in a box, fully pre-assembled, perfectly adjusted and ready to go.
All you need to do is take the bike out of the box and carry out the following final assembly steps yourself:
- Straighten the handlebars
- Fit the front wheel
- Adjust the saddle to the correct height
- Screw on the pedals
The right frame size depends primarily on height and inseam. To do this, measure your child’s height without shoes and determine their inseam (inside leg length)
1. Measure height
To determine height, have your child stand barefoot, upright with their back against a wall. Now place a book horizontally on their head and measure the distance from the floor to the bottom edge of the book.
2. Measure the inseam
To determine the inseam, have your child stand barefoot, upright with their back against a wall, clamp a book between their legs and pull it upwards into their crotch with the top edge horizontal. Now measure the distance from the floor to the top edge of the book. The length you’ve measured is your child’s inseam.
3. Determining the right bike size / frame size
As well as height, inseam length also plays an important role in determining the right bike size/frame size. To ensure your child can ride safely, their inseam length should be at least equal to the standover height of the selected size.
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