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Most plastic pedals (ie plastic pins) won't last under hard use especially with concrete/cement and learning new moves. The Onza caged pedals are okay but if you have large feet, size 10+, a larger and stiffer metal platform will perform better. Also, its nice to have replaceable pins to account for both wear and adjust grip. Most decent shops will carry several diferent sizes so its relatively inexpensive to experiment. I just got a set of Inspired Team pedals and couldn't be happier, average weight but very solid and very thinly profiled combined with both pin types.

I used these ankle braces extensively after blowing each ankle out separately dirt jumping and freeriding. They definitely will limit side to side and most back movement when laced up snug. The only flex remaining will allow for some general pedaling. It's quite useful to experiment with lace tension to figure out what works best for each rider/injury type. As your ankle gets stronger you can adjust to allow more movement to build flexibility and reduce tendon stiffness which is the main downside of using such a product long term.

Hi Isitafox, Trials specific bikes for kids are very difficult to nail down as every child has there own riding style, just like their respective parents. I think a drivetrain is overkill for such young kids as they usually don't have the power, technique or speed to use it properly. I decided to build a modified department store bike to keep things simple/inexpensive as this helps build good balance and rolling skill before introducing pedaling/drivetrain use. As you mentioned previously, BB and crank clearance is at a premium especially with low bikes paired with short little legs. Good luck with your build. I think its the best thing a parent can do for their kids is to learn early and get excited about the sport. I know my 3 year old is trials crazy already. Cheers Just to give you a few idea on possible specs: Frame/Fork: All brake, seat clamp and chain cover mounts cut off, dropouts shortened, shaved and speed holes drilled. Painted gloss black with thunderbolt graphic taped off and given smoky finish. Weird thing in the BB is a silver balloon to keep out water/mud. Wheels: Internal coaster brake cut out and rims drilled w/chrome tape. Running about 5 psi until he gets used to new higher set up. Bar/Stem: Used a quill/threadless converter to put on my old Titec set up with the bars cut to 16.5". Engraved name in top cap and sanded to soften edges. Seat/Post: Refinished with a leather purse from a thrift store. Stock welded seat clamp cut off and machined a low profile aluminum bmx unit to fit. Measurements: Wheelbase - 568mm Chainstay - 216mm (8.5") BB height - 189mm (7.5") BB Rise - +40mm