{"product_id":"dawes-18-blowfish-lightweight-aluminium-kids-bike","title":"Dawes 18\" Blowfish Lightweight Aluminium Kids Bike","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDawes 18\" Blowfish Kids Bike\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWatch your child ride further, faster, and with pure confidence. The legendary Dawes 18\" Blowfish strips away the frustrating weight of traditional youth bikes, replacing it with a premium, feather-light aluminium build that makes handling an absolute breeze. Offered directly through Elite Store, this beautifully balanced machine turns early cycling milestones into effortless adventures, ensuring your little rider spends more time grinning and less time struggling with heavy steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lightweight Advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe biggest hurdle for young cyclists is fighting a bike that weighs nearly as much as they do. The Dawes Blowfish tackles this head-on with a premium 6061-grade alloy frame and matching alloy wheels, bringing the total weight down to a nimble 9.4kg. By minimizing unnecessary bulk without sacrificing structural integrity, this bike maximizes your child’s energy, improves their balance instantly, and makes mastering two wheels a deeply rewarding, tear-free experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered for Total Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatherweight 6061 Alloy Frame:\u003c\/b\u003e Tailored geometry crafted from high-grade aluminium ensures structural strength while keeping the chassis incredibly easy to maneuver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChild-Scale Alloy V-Brakes:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with junior-reach alloy levers that pull effortlessly, putting immediate, confident stopping power in small hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUltra-Smooth Single-Speed Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e The intuitive, low-maintenance single-speed drivetrain allows young riders to focus entirely on balance and steering without the distraction of complex gears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Volume Stable Tyres:\u003c\/b\u003e Extra-wide 18\" x 2.125\" pneumatic tyres absorb sidewalk bumps smoothly and provide maximum grip across grass, gravel, and tarmac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eErgonomic Junior Cockpit:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a heavily cushioned junior-specific saddle and comfortable 35mm riser handlebars to encourage a confident, upright riding posture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Blueprint \u0026amp; Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003eDawes Alloy 6061 Junior Frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFork\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003eSteel Unicrown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003e18\" Single Wall Alloy Rims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHubs \u0026amp; Spokes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003e28H Nutted Alloy Hubs with 14G Spokes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTyres\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003e18\" x 2.125\" High-Traction All-Terrain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrakeset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003eAlloy V-Brakes with Junior Reach Alloy Levers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003eSingle Speed (36T Chainring, 140mm Crank, 16T Freewheel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCockpit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003e54mm Wide\/35mm Rise Handlebar with Quill Stem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSaddle \u0026amp; Post\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003eCushioned Junior Saddle with 27.2mm Alloy Post\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,1,0\"\u003eH 97 cm x W 18 cm x D 48 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,1,0\"\u003e9.4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Perfect Match for Young Explorers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eDesigned specifically for children ready to graduate from smaller 14-inch starter models, the Blowfish bridges the gap perfectly before they move up to full-sized youth geared bikes. It is the ultimate weekend companion for family park loops, neighborhood pathways, and backyard racing, offering an uncompromising blend of rugged durability and premium comfort that matches an active childhood lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Tracked UK Transit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eGet them outside and riding in no time. Elite Store ensures this perennial favorite is fully stocked and prepared for rapid mainland delivery. Your order is processed immediately for swift UK dispatch via our dependable courier service, arriving safely at your door wrapped in premium care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Is the bike shipped fully assembled or will I need to build it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eA: To protect the premium alloy frame, the bike is securely packed in a box. You will just need to complete a minimal final assembly setup, which includes attaching the front wheel, handlebars, pedals, and adjusting the saddle height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Why is a single-speed bike better than a geared bike at this size?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eA: At the 18-inch wheel stage, children are still mastering spatial awareness and fast braking reactions. A single-speed setup keeps riding completely intuitive, preventing the distraction of gear shifting so they can concentrate fully on enjoying the ride and building up their stamina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Can the brake levers be adjusted if my child has especially small hands?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eA: Yes, these specialized junior-reach alloy levers feature an adjustable screw mechanism. 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