'12 Haro

If your young rider wants to ride around the block, to school, or with the big kids, Haro's Flightline 24 is the bike to do it on. Its low-slung, easy-riding frame inspires confidence and the 40mm-travel suspension fork offers excellent handling and control on rough roads and trails. And, they'll love the reliable Shimano 18-speed drivetrain with intuitive twist shifting, and the linear-pull brakes which deliver solid stopping power.