The Ridgeback Melody girl's mountain bike is designed for riders 110-120cm tall who want to explore the trails.

The joy of the Melody is in its simplicity; a lightweight aluminium frame and fork, along with a single gear keeps weight low - perfect for smaller children.

A single gear also takes the complexity out of riding, so as long as the terrain is relatively flat, younger kids can concentrate on riding smoothly and safely - rather than which gear to select.

With strong wheels and durable components, the MX16 is a real bike, not a toy and will happily serve several children as they start to learn to ride.