Two new Whyte mountain bikes provide properly scaled geometry and components for smaller, lighter riders. The Secta 26 is a one-size hardtail built on a custom-butted 6061-T6 alloy frame with dropper-ready internal routing, a 100 mm Suntour XCM Air fork, 26-inch trail wheels, Shimano 1×9 drivetrain, Tektro hydraulic discs, youth-specific contact points, and an RRP of £649. The frame emphasizes balanced wheelbase and real-world off-road handling while retaining quick-release dropouts. The T-140 27 is a scaled full-suspension platform with 140 mm forks, 135 mm rear travel, and faster-rolling 27.5" wheels aimed at delivering true full-suspension performance for younger riders.
"Key specs: Frame: Custom-butted 6061-T6 alloy, dropper-ready, internal routing Fork: 100 mm Suntour XCM Air - tunable spring rate, rebound, and lock-out Wheels: 26 in, reduced spoke count, trail rims with Vee Crown Gem tyres Drivetrain: Shimano 1×9 (30 T × 11-36 T) - wide range, reliable shifting Brakes: Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic discs, 160 mm rotors front and rear Contact Points: Youth-specific grips, saddle, and 152 mm crank length Colours: Two options - Aqua with coral orange & purple with yellow One size RRP: £649"
"The Whyte T-140 27 takes their adult-sized trail bike and scales it down for younger riders seeking proper full-suspension performance. With 140mm forks, 135mm rear travel, and faster-rolling 27.5″ wheels, it's built to keep up and (let's be real) probably surpass their parents on the singletrack and bike-park. Key Specs: Frame: 6061 T6 SCR alloy chassis with geometry adjus"
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