Children's Bikes

Mindfully designed for young athletes, the new Turbo Levo SL Kids electric bike combines the best of both worlds for enthusiastic guardians and budding riders. Featuring the Specialized 1.2 Motor, virtually unending battery hours, configurable speed and assist limits, the road less traveled is now kid-friendly—the only thing to worry about is whether or not you can keep up. - Please check for e-bike use zones and regulations in your area - Fully Integrated 320Wh battery - Specialized 1.2 SL Custom Rx Trail-Tuned Motor

SMALL BUT MIGHTY, THIS HIGHLY CAPABLE NEW TRAIL BIKE IS MADE FOR LITTLE RIPPERS WITH BIG AMBITIONS. WITH A LIGHTWEIGHT ALLOY FRAME, 24-INCH WHEELS, AND YOUTH-TUNED SUSPENSION, IT BALANCES EFFICIENT CLIMBING, LOADS OF TRACTION, AND CONFIDENT HANDLING TO HELP YOUNG RIDERS TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL. Key Performance Factors: YOUTH-TUNED SUSPENSION FlexPoint rear suspension with a Crest FloTrac Lite shock delivers 130mm of smooth travel tuned specifically for lighter weight riders. Up front, the 140mm Crest TR Elite fork handles rocks, roots and ruts. Front and rear suspension both have minimal activating force, giving young riders smooth control and confidence on technical trails. AGILE AND EFFICIENT An ALUXX SL aluminum frameset with youth-specific trail geometry is combined with quality lightweight components to minimize weight and help young riders tackle challenging terrain. A new 24-inch TRA WheelSystem borrows key technologies from the proven adult TRA WheelSystem for improved climbing capabilities and quicker acceleration. OFF-ROAD CONTROL Giant TRA WheelSystem features WideGuard technology, resulting in lighter, stronger rims so riders can run lower tire pressures for better traction without the risk of tire punctures or rim damage. The youth-specific 24-inch wheels help smaller riders maneuver and tackle technical trails, while a dropper seatpost makes it easy to optimize riding position while climbing or descending. HIGHLIGHTS This all-new trail bike features a lightweight ALUXX SL aluminum frame with FlexPoint rear suspension and a Giant Crest FloTrac Lite shock that delivers 130mm of fully active travel to help kids advance their trail-riding capabilities. Up front, the new Giant Crest TR Elite Lite fork handles rocks, roots and ruts with smooth efficiency. A youth-specific, 24-inch Giant TRA WheelSystem combines lightweight performance with robust rim strength, helping kids make the leap from neighborhood rides and pump tracks to more challenging singletrack terrain. A dropper seatpost, shorter cranks and cockpit controls designed for small hands all add up to greater control and confidence.

DREAM BIG Built to meet the demands of young shredders, the Liv Faith 24 provides a performance full-suspension platform to fuel limitless possibilities. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS YOUTH-TUNED SUSPENSION The Crest FloTrac Lite Shock delivers 130mm of smooth travel tuned specifically for lighter-weight riders, up front, the 140mm Crest SL FloTune Lite Fork handles rocks, roots, and ruts. The new Unified Suspension Setup tailors to the rider's body weight, optimal air pressure, and damping clicks are predefined for both the fork and shock to create smooth balance and control. Our dedication to youth optimization guarantees effortless setup and the best youth fit - continuing Liv's commitment to supporting the next generation of female riders. AGILE AND EFFICIENT An ALUXX SL aluminum frame with youth-specific trail geometry provides unmatched robust efficiency, combined with quality lightweight components that minimize weight to help young riders tackle challenging terrain. The FlexPoint single-pivot design maximizes pedaling efficiency and delivers capable control, to help kids stay focused even on bumpy terrain. OFF-ROAD CONTROL With the wide-wall technology of TRA WheelSystem, young riders can enjoy enhanced traction through lower tire pressure, increasing grip and stability. For smaller riders, 24-inch wheels bring burly handling, ready for progression. A dropper seatpost makes it easy to optimize riding position while climbing or descending, giving them more control to conquer the trail.

The all-new P.2 Trail gives riders a jumping-off point life on bikes. The lightweight but tough A1 Premium Aluminum frame is designed to take all the hits and keep rolling. The P.2 Trail delivers a simple, high-quality platform that's versatile for young riders and packs in category-first features that set them up for limitless progression. DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Like the rest of our P.Series line, P.2 Trail starts with our durable, lightweight A1 Premium Aluminum frame that stands up to the use that new and learning riders put their bikes through. BIG CAPABILITY: Featuring a 100mm travel suspension fork and 80mm dropper post, P.2 Trail makes learning to ride steep and chunky terrain feel fun and confidence-inspiring. EXPLORE MORE TERRAIN: The P.2 Trail is built to handle more than just the streets and parks. Complete with a 1x9 drivetrain and trail-capable Specialized 2.35” Ground Control tires, it can adapt to more trails, boosting the rider’s ability to explore. PINT-SIZED PUNCH: Sized and spec’d for smaller riders, P.2 Trail provides a comfortable rider position and a host of other scaled specs to tailor the experience for riders. - Fully-butted A1 Premium Aluminum frame with internal routing and sliding dropouts - 80mm dropper post - 1x9 microSHIFT Advent drivetrain with clutch - 24”x2.35” Specialized Ground Control tires - 100mm travel Manitou JUNIT Comp suspension fork w/ tapered steer tube - 160mm rotor SRAM Level brakes - 140mm forged cranks

Ruthless Progression This totally redesigned P.Series gives riders of all sizes a jumping off point to a life on bikes. The lightweight, but tough alloy frame is designed to take all the hits and keep rolling—across all frame and wheel size options. Our approach to these robust bikes centers around delivering a simple, high-quality platform that's versatile for all riders, and packs in category-first features that make a difference to the rider. Starting with the durable lightweight alloy frame, the new P.Series stands up to the demands of dirt jump progression. Its cables are internally routed, adding to its sleek presence and tangle-free riding. • Manitou Junit fork, high performance and tunable. • Lightweight and strong single-speed P.Series wheelset. • Specialized Kicker tires find grip anywhere, street, dirt, or at the skatepark.

Freedom is the absence of fear. And fearlessly riding requires a bike that can handle your kid’s imagination. It’s why we designed Riprock to be a mountain bike inclusive of all the features needed for superior ripping—like modern geometry, Ground Control tires, hydraulic disc brakes, and internally routed cables. Finally, we threw in a wider-range drivetrain, making Riprock the perfect bike to inspire young riders to climb higher and tackle the downhills freely. Kids can’t confidently ride if they’re not riding comfortably. With Riprock, fit comes first. We used data to reimagine everything from how they grip to how they sit to create a bike specifically and proportionally for kids. We did all this because comfort creates confidence. And more confidence always leads to more fearless riding. - Kids’-specific updates and features inspire confidence. A 130mm Bridge saddle, a narrower Q factor, and shorter cranks offer improved alignment between the hip, knee, and ankle to decrease the risk of injury and make your little one more comfy. Narrow grips and updated frame geometry offer improved handling, inspiring riders to ride more. - A lightweight package with an updated frame and wide-range drivetrain creates the perfect bike to tackle climbs easily. - Trail riding starts here. Inspired by Specialized’s heritage in mountain bike design, the Riprock offers modern MTB features such as a slack head tube angle, internally routed cables, hydraulic disc brakes, and Ground Control tires.

When you’re a little kid you look up to what your older siblings or parents are doing. When you grow up in a bike family, there’s a decent chance there’s a Honzo in the garage. We wanted kids to feel the magic that only the Honzo can provide, so we created the Honzo 24. It comes with wider kid-friendly 2.6” tires to boost traction and an 80mm fork to provide the perfect amount of squish whether your kid is hitting jumps in the yard or crushing you down the backyard trail.

Ruthless Progression This totally redesigned P.Series gives riders of all sizes a jumping off point to a life on bikes. The lightweight, but tough alloy frame is designed to take all the hits and keep rolling—across all frame and wheel size options. Our approach to these robust bikes centers around delivering a simple, high-quality platform that's versatile for all riders, and packs in category-first features that make a difference to the rider. Starting with the durable lightweight alloy frame, the new P.Series stands up to the demands of dirt jump progression. Its cables are internally routed, adding to its sleek presence and tangle-free riding. • Lightweight, Specialized engineered rigid fork, geo corrected to 80mm of travel makes fork upgrades easy. • 19mm OD handlebars, plus short reach brake levers and grips sized for smaller hands helps young riders stay in control. • Specialized Kicker tires find grip anywhere, street, dirt, or at the skatepark.

When we say that "we've been here for years", we're not kidding. This is the 15th year in a row that the So Cal Flyer has been in the SE lineup. The frame features stiff Floval tubing, an internal headset, sealed bearing mid-bottom bracket, and wide rear stays. The parts package boasts 24" x 2.4" Bozack tires, double-wall rims, Raise It Up! seat, and SE nylon fiber pedals. When you're ready to raise it up past 12 o'clock, the So Cal Flyer is the bike you need! - Lightweight 6061 aluminum Floval tubing frame with internal headset, mid-bottom bracket, and SE Wave dropouts - Double-wall rims with alloy hubs - SE Bozack 24" x 2.4" tires - So Cal Flyer seat with super grippy top cover - SE Bike Life grips with rubber end plugs - Retro top-load stem with hidden top cap for a clean look - 3-piece tubular cranks with custom SE Racing sprocket - SE nylon fiber pedals - SE Wheelie pegs and alloy valve caps included - 28.3 pounds

Got Blocks!? The 26” Blocks Flyer is the bike to have if you want to raise it up with the crew and catch some blocks. The Blocks Flyer frame comes equipped with an internal headset and mid-bottom bracket. The 26” x 2.4” Bozack tires ride smooth and provide super traction for those swerves. If you want to be all about that SE bike life, you need to be riding the Blocks Flyer!

Freedom is the absence of fear. And fearlessly riding requires a bike that can handle your kid’s imagination. It’s why we designed Riprock to be a mountain bike inclusive of all the features needed for superior ripping—like modern geometry, Ground Control tires, hydraulic disc brakes, and internally routed cables. Finally, we threw in a wider-range drivetrain, making Riprock the perfect bike to inspire young riders to climb higher and tackle the downhills freely. Kids can’t confidently ride if they’re not riding comfortably. With Riprock, fit comes first. We used data to reimagine everything from how they grip to how they sit to create a bike specifically and proportionally for kids. We did all this because comfort creates confidence. And more confidence always leads to more fearless riding. - Kids’-specific updates and features inspire confidence. A 130mm Bridge saddle, a narrower Q factor, and shorter cranks offer improved alignment between the hip, knee, and ankle to decrease the risk of injury and make your little one more comfy. Narrow grips and updated frame geometry offer improved handling, inspiring riders to ride more. - A lightweight package with an updated frame and wide-range drivetrain creates the perfect bike to tackle climbs easily. - Trail riding starts here. Inspired by Specialized’s heritage in mountain bike design, the Riprock offers modern MTB features such as a slack head tube angle, internally routed cables, hydraulic disc brakes, and Ground Control tires.

Freedom is the absence of fear. And riding fearlessly requires a bike that can handle your kid's imagination. It's why we designed Riprock to be a mountain bike inclusive of all the features needed for superior ripping, like modern geometry, Ground Control tires, hydraulic disc brakes, and internally routed cables. Finally, we threw in a wider-range drivetrain, making Riprock truly the perfect bike to inspire riders to climb higher and tackle the downhills freely. Kids can't ride confidently if they're not riding comfortably. With Riprock, fit comes first. This meant using data to reimagine everything from how they grip to how they sit to create a bike specifically and proportionally for kids. We did all this because comfort creates confidence. And more confidence always leads to more riding fearlessly. - A lightweight package, complete with an updated frame and wide-range drivetrain, creates the perfect bike to allow riders to easily tackle climbs. - Kids specific updates and features create a ride that inspires confidence. A 130mm Bridge saddle, as well as a narrower Q factor and shorter cranks, offer improved alignment between the hip, knee, and ankle to decrease the risk of injury and increase pedal power. Narrow grips and updated frame geometry offer improved bike handling, inspiring riders to ride more. - Trail riding starts here. Inspired by Specialized's heritage in making mountain bikes, the Riprock offers modern MTB features such as a slack head tube angle, internally routed cables, hydraulic disc brakes, and Ground Control tires.

FROM FAMILY RIDES TO SCHOOL COMMUTES, THE ALIGHT 24 TURNS EVERYDAY RIDES INTO BIG ADVENTURES. Safe and Secure An upright position and flat handlebar lets her find balance and stability, while hand brakes provide reliable slowing and stopping power. Confidence Inspiring The Alight 24 was designed with low stand-over height and easy-to-use components made with her in mind, including smaller 24-inch wheels. Sturdy Composed of lightweight ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, The Alight 24’s frame is tough and durable without weighing her down.

Lightweight and easy to maneuver, Enchant puts her on a path to adventure. Enchant is designed to be light, agile, and easy to maneuver on the dirt. Fast-rolling 24-inch wheels and trail-ready tires make Enchant a fun, stable bike to help her build confidence and skills. Hand brakes provide powerful stopping power, and with easy-to-use twist shifters, she’ll feel excited and secure as she tackles new terrain. Enchant inspires girls to take their wheels to the dirt with fun, colorful style in a lightweight package. Young ones are delighted to hop on, thanks to friendly geometry, low stand-over height, and stability that reinforce a positive learning environment. Safe Liv’s purpose driven design gives her a comfortable frame geometry with low stand-over height for easy maneuvering and reliable hand brakes that safely slow and stop. Empowering A 50mm front suspension fork on select models and off-road tires create traction and smooth out bumps on a confidence-inspiring ride. Comfort and Control A comfortable, lightweight ALUXX-Grade aluminum frame design with an upright riding position and twist shifters inspire girls to learn to mountain bike.

Transportation, fitness, and fun. Escape is all these things and more. Choose your mission, hop on, and go. With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame and smooth, stable 24" wheels, Escape is your ticket to on-road versatility. Ride city streets or country roads. For commuting, fitness, or just for the fun of it. Confident upright geometry and a wide range of gears give it a sporty ride quality. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape is always up for the adventure.

The lightweight aluminum Ripper bike is the perfect bike for kids to get a taste of the SE bike life. Built around 20” wheels and with a short 20” top tube, this bike fits the youngsters perfectly. This multi-purpose bike is perfect for the BMX track, dirt jumps, or cruising around and doing wheelies with friends in the neighborhood. The world will be a better place with more kids on bikes! Key Features - Lightweight 6061 aluminum Floval tubing frame with Euro bottom bracket and SE Wave dropouts - Alex C1000 rims with alloy hubs - Vee Tire Co Cub 20” x 2.0” Tires - Lightweight top-load stem with hidden top cap for a clean look - Ripper seat with super grippy top cover - SE Bike Life grips with rubber end plugs - 6061 forged alloy 3-piece cranks - SE nylon fiber pedals - SE Wheelie Pegs and alloy valve caps included - 23.3 pounds

Speed Machine Cruise the sidewalks and park paths with ease on the Quick 24. Its lightweight frame and 7-speed gearing make short work of the hills, while its stable handling and powerful brakes make descents a breeze. Where it thrives: In town, on the street, on paths What it’s built for: Comfort, Handling, Speed Sized Right: The 24" wheels and fast-rolling tires are perfect for riders between 4' and 4'9" (122cm - 145cm) who want to ride quickly and easily, primarily on paved surfaces. Light and Easy: The lightweight aluminum frame and components make the bike easy to pedal and maneuver, while the low standover makes mounts and dismounts easier. Easy Shifting: Light action twist shifters and 7-speed gearing make it easy to select the right gear for the terrain.

Kids move fast, and grow faster. At times, it can seem like there's a small window for the perfect bike fit. The right bike for a young rider is a delicate balance between too small, too big, and a short-lived just right. If we're going to inspire the next generation of riders, we need to keep kids comfortably riding longer. The Jett is designed so that you'll never fear the growth spurts. We did our homework to understand how kids grow—spoiler alert, kids' arms and legs grow more rapidly than their torso. We took to the books and designed a bike with child-specific touch points that withstand the development of young riders. The Jett is uniquely adjustable, perfectly proportional, and child-liftable—they'll always be set to Jett. The Jett Multispeed features an adjustable handlebar that allows kids to fine tune reach as their arms grow. The 2-hole position cranks combined with longer seat tubes give plenty of flexibility to dial-in the optimal pedaling position. And what's more, we designed the frame and reviewed every component to make the Jett one of the lightest bikes on the market. You're going to have to beg them to get off this bike. - We designed the Jett Multispeed to be uniquely adjustable with 2-hole position cranks, adjustable handlebars, and longer seatposts so kids can dial-in the perfect riding position as they grow. - Every detail of the Jett Multispeed—including the 130mm Bridge saddle, narrower-diameter grips, and short-reach, tool-less adjustable brake levers—was informed by Retul data from a kids' research group to be perfectly proportional for young riders. - A lightweight bike is simply more fun and the Jett Multispeed's all-new A1 aluminum frame, alloy fork, Pathfinder tires, and 8-speed drivetrain make it one of the lightest kids' bikes on the market.

Lightweight and easy to maneuver, Enchant puts her on a path to adventure. Safe Liv’s purpose-driven design gives her a comfortable frame geometry with low stand-over height for easy maneuvering and reliable hand brakes for a safely slow and stop. Comfort and Control A comfortable, lightweight ALUXX-Grade aluminum frame design with an upright riding position and twist shifters inspire girls to learn to mountain bike. Why We Love It Enchant is designed to be light, agile, and easy to maneuver on the dirt. Fast-rolling 24-inch wheels and trail-ready tires make Enchant a fun, stable bike to help her build confidence and skills. Hand brakes provide powerful stopping power, and with easy-to-use twist shifters, she’ll feel excited and secure as she tackles new terrain. Enchant inspires girls to take their wheels to the dirt with fun, colorful style in a lightweight package. Young ones are delighted to hop on, thanks to friendly geometry, low stand-over height, and stability that reinforce a positive learning environment.

LIGHTWEIGHT AND EASY TO MANEUVER, ENCHANT PUTS HER ON A PATH TO ADVENTURE. Designed to be light, agile, and easy to maneuver off-road, Enchant includes a front suspension fork for added comfort and traction. Front and rear hand brakes provide powerful stopping power. Fast-rolling 20- or 24-inch wheels and trail-ready tires make Enchant a fun, stable bike to help her build confidence and skills. With its easy-to-use twist shifters, she’ll feel excited and secure as she tackles new terrain. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Safe - Liv’s Purpose Driven Design gives her a comfortable frame geometry with low standover height for easy maneuvering and reliable hand brakes safely slow and stop. Empowering - A 50 mm front suspension fork and off-road tires create traction and smooth out bumps so she can build confidence. Comfort and Control - A comfortable, lightweight ALUXX frame design with an upright riding position and twist shifters inspire girls to learn to mountain bike. WHY WE LOVE IT Enchant inspires girls to play in the dirt and mountain bike with fun, colorful style in a lightweight package. Young ones are delighted to hop on, thanks to friendly geometry, low standover height and stability that reinforce a positive learning environment. Complete with a kickstand for fast parking and bell that lets everyone know she’s on the move.

Traction, control, confidence, and fun—the Riprock 20 Coaster is the perfect bike for your kid to start hitting the trails with. And with the simple coaster brake design, safety and fun aren't mutually exclusive anymore. - The A1 premium aluminum frame is lightweight and built to withstand the tough use by kids, while the geometry features an ultra-low standover that makes it easy for your little ones to fit on and grow with the bike. - Steel coaster brake is a reliable, easy to use brake perfect for safe stops and awesome skids. - 20x2.3" Rhythm Lite tires deliver tons of traction, comfort, stability, and fun over all types of terrain.

Traction, control, confidence, and fun—the Riprock 20 Coaster is the perfect bike for your kid to start hitting the trails with. And with the simple coaster brake design, safety and fun aren't mutually exclusive anymore. While there are many notable features that make the Riprock awesome, it's the 2.3-inch tires that provide a high degree of, well, shred-ability—delivering exceptional traction, control, and confidence for riding rough, off-road sections and city streets alike. And when you combine the big tires with sturdy 20-inch wheels, an easy-to-use coaster brake that all but eliminates the threat of the dreaded endo, and a single-speed setup, you have the perfect mountain bike to get your little Ripper out on the trail. The A1 premium aluminum frame is lightweight and built to withstand the tough use by kids, while the geometry features an ultra-low standover that makes it easy for your little ones to fit on and grow with the bike. Steel coaster brake is a reliable, easy to use brake perfect for safe stops and awesome skids. 20x2.3" Rhythm Lite tires deliver tons of traction, comfort, stability, and fun over all types of terrain.

Designed for young kids looking to start exploring trails, parks, and dirt lots and for parents introducing their children to the world of mountain biking, the Dynamite is the gateway bike. Family outings are most successful when everybody is on the same page equipment-wise. The Dynamite is a real bike that can grow with kids as they fall in love with riding. - Fuji's low step-over design makes it easy to get on and off the bike - 6 speeds with grip-type shifter to ease kids into how to use gears - Suspension fork with 40mm of travel to smooth the bumps - Flat alloy handlebars provide responsive control when riding uncertain terrains - Kenda Small Block Eight tires guarantee miles and miles of dirt-grinding fun - Linear pull brakes for reliable stopping power

With our Riprock Coaster 16, riding gets boiled down to its simplest element—fun. And to make sure of it, we designed the bike with tons of cool features that are easy for your little ones to use, like a coaster brake for simple stopping, wide 16x2.3" tires that increase stability and confidence, and tough components that will stand up to years of abuse. It's the perfect bike for your little ripper to start getting out on the trail with—we just wish that we had one when we were kids. - The A1 premium aluminum frame is lightweight and built to withstand the tough use by kids, while the geometry features an ultra-low standover that makes it easy for your little ones to fit on and grow with the bike. - Steel coaster brake is a reliable, easy to use brake perfect for safe stops and awesome skids. - 16x2.3" Rhythm Lite tires deliver tons of traction, comfort, stability, and fun over all types of terrain

With our Riprock Coaster 16, riding gets boiled down to its simplest element—fun. And to make sure of it, we designed the bike with tons of cool features that are easy for your little ones to use, like a coaster brake for simple stopping, wide 16x2.3" tires that increase stability and confidence, and tough components that will stand up to years of abuse. It's the perfect bike for your little ripper to start getting out on the trail with—we just wish that we had one when we were kids. - The A1 premium aluminum frame is lightweight and built to withstand the tough use by kids, while the geometry features an ultra-low standover that makes it easy for your little ones to fit on and grow with the bike. - Steel coaster brake is a reliable, easy to use brake perfect for safe stops and awesome skids. - 16x2.3" Rhythm Lite tires deliver tons of traction, comfort, stability, and fun over all types of terrain.

NOTHING BEATS THE FEELING OF YOUR FIRST PEDAL BIKE. THIS TWO-WHEELER COMES WITH REMOVABLE TRAINING WHEELS AND MAKES IT EASY FOR KIDS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH CYCLING. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Built for kids Short crank length and narrow Q-factor make Animator easy to pedal, and a lightweight aluminum frame allows small children to have more control. Kid-friendly features Short-reach brake levers, lower stand-over height, protective stem pad and removable training wheels make it fun and safe for kids learning to ride a pedal bike. Durable ALUXX aluminum frame material provides long-lasting reliability, backed by a lifetime warranty on the frame.

PEDALING HER FIRST TWO-WHEELER IS ONE OF LIFE’S GREAT EXPERIENCES, AND THE COLORFUL ADORE MAKES IT EASY. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Lightweight ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame material and innovative fork design come together to keep her bike light and easy to pedal. Intuitive Singlespeed drivetrain and smaller grips keep it easy for her to learn and feel comfortable behind the wheel. Safe Easy balance tires, training wheels and a low stand-over height allow for safe maneuvering.

The Rookie series features 12-, 16- and 20-inch-wheeled bikes with designs for all styles to provide kids with the correct size to enter the world of cycling.

The Rookie series features 12-, 16- and 20-inch-wheeled bikes with designs for all styles to provide kids with the correct size to enter the world of cycling.

The 16" Bronco may be small, but it's the perfect ride for big adventures. Built with a lightweight 6061 aluminum frame, this bike is perfect to zip around on. The training wheels, coaster brake, and hand brake will help to build confidence when going out on new adventures exploring the neighborhood. - Lightweight 6061 aluminum frame with low standover height to correctly fit young riders - Coaster brake rear hub and rear hand brake for added safety - Adjustable handlebar and seat height for growing kids - Equipped with training wheels, which can be removed as the rider progresses - 21.7 pounds