Zulu Four
What We Love
- • Light for a 24-inch hardtail with an air fork
- • 100mm air spring fork with rebound adjustment
- • Very low climbing gear for steep trails
- • Hydraulic disc brakes with short-reach levers
- • Tubeless-ready wheels and tires
Worth Knowing
- • Premium price for a 24-inch bike
- • Best for kids already riding real trails
- • 2.2-inch tires favor cross-country speed over maximum downhill grip
The Prevelo Zulu Four is for kids who are ready for a serious 24-inch mountain bike. It is one of the lightest hardtails available, with a 100mm RST First AIR fork that is tuned for lighter riders.
The drivetrain is built for real climbing. A 28-tooth chainring and 11-48T Microshift Advent X cassette give kids a very low gear for steep dirt and long climbs, which helps them keep pedaling instead of walking.
The fit details are where the Zulu Four separates itself. Slim 19mm grips help small hands hold the bar securely, and short-reach hydraulic brake levers make controlled braking easier. The 130mm cranks and narrow Q-factor keep the pedaling position natural for smaller riders.
The tubeless-ready HEIR wheels and Kenda Booster Pro 2.2 tires are well matched for cross-country and trail riding. They roll quickly, have enough grip for dirt and roots, and can run lower pressure when set up tubeless.
For kids spending real time on singletrack, the Zulu Four delivers on what matters most: low weight, a quality suspension fork, easy climbing gears, and contact points sized for small riders.
