We're a speciality kids bike company, and we've solved the problem of fitting quality lightweight bicycles to growing children. Explore our range, and discover what makes our EPOK series the ultimate lightweight bikes for young, learning, growing riders. From a Eureka moment, to Lego models and prototypes made in dad's shed.
Learn how we developed the world's first truly age-adjustable lightweight kids bike. A story of innovation, perserverence and attention to detail, and the birth of Black Mountain Bikes. Our bikes fit better and last longer, growing with your child. Use our interactive sizing tool to find out which of our lightweight EPOK bikes fits your child best.
Learn how we developed the world's first truly age-adjustable lightweight kids bike. A story of innovation, perserverence and attention to detail, and the birth of Black Mountain Bikes. Our bikes fit better and last longer, growing with your child. Use our interactive sizing tool to find out which of our lightweight EPOK bikes fits your child best.
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Seven years later we had developed the world's first bicycle which could grow the size of its triangular core - and still be as light as the market leader. Founder Andy Lloyd's concept went on to be patented globally, and forms the heart of our EPOK growing bikes. Read about the rest of our story here.
The superlight PINTO weighs in at less than 6kg, and features our EPOK growing technologies that make it the ultimate bicycle for your child to learn to ride easily, quickly and safely. Our unique patented UP:SCALE growing frame system, and IN:GEAR two-speed drive system, allow you to easily transform the bike from a lightweight balance-bike, into a super-small pedal bike, then into a larger pedal bike as your child grows.
At Black Mountain sizing is simple - choose the bike that fits your child now. Because our bikes grow we always say that you should buy the model that fits your child today, not one that will fit them in 12 months time. Our EPOK growing technologies including UP:SCALE & IN:GEAR allow the bike's size, geometry and gearing all to have a second life when you configure it into its larger mode.
We don't believe that products should become obsolete because you can't get a spare nut, bolt or widget. That's why, in addition to the parts below, we stock even the smallest part for your Black Mountain. If something does go wrong with your bike, or if need a spare part, through loss, wear & tear, or accident, just give us a call on +44 1291 639890, drop us an email at hello@blackmountain.bike or live chat with us!
Central to our design philosophy is that as kids grow and learn to ride, they go through stages - not just getting bigger, but developing in confidence, strength and ability. The world's first 'growing gear' system - easy to pedal in small mode then moving up a gear as the bike grows. Combined with our drive-belt that weighs in at 1/6th of the weight of a conventional chain.
Reviews (18)
Nick P.
Jan 07, 2022
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Stuart Marlow
Nov 13, 2021
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Recently bought the pinto for my child. Have to say the website is clear and accurate. The live chat/contact from staff was very good. The delivery time was excellent (2 days from purchase on standard delivery). The customer service and contact whilst waiting for delivery was excellent, checking sizing and build type etc. On arrival I checked the bike. Its construction and quality is excellent. The instructions and design are second to none and the little touches within are again top quality. I am very very impressed with everything. The only thing that may put people off is the price but please
Dave Mitchell
Mar 07, 2021
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Lucy Edwards
Dec 17, 2020
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Fantastic Pinto bike for our 3 year old which will grow with him and provide many years of cycling. The bike was delivered promptly and took only a few simple steps until it was fully assembled. We loved the eco-packaging! The bike is light enough that he has been able to start pedalling and is not far from independent cycling. Thank you!
Judith Hooker
Dec 04, 2020
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We just bought a Skog bike for out eldest for her birthday. Fantastic customer service, they asked who would be riding it before dispatch and have set it up perfectly including the Notch saddle so it is ready for her to jump on and have a go. It arrived yesterday and is a lovely bike, so light and very cleverly engineered. We can't wait for her to see it, she will love the bright orange paint and I am sure we will get years of fun from it.
Christopher Young
Nov 09, 2020
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I bought a Pinto bike for my 3 year old. It was delivered promptly and easy to put together and seems well made. My only criticism, is that I needed to adjust the brakes which was fiddly. Both front and back wheels arrived slightly bent, meaning the brake blocks rubbed on the rims. By adjusting the tension and the brake cables this was rectified. He is just big enough to ride it in balance bike mode. When I put attach the pedals, the seat is raised up by an approximately an inch so he'll need to grow an inch before using it in this mode.
Komal Shah
Nov 01, 2020
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This is our first bicycle for our son and I highly recommend this. Although it is pricey, but this bicycle will definitely hold its value without a doubt. Its a very good quality product and we are very very happy with it.
The customer service from Wes and Greg at Black mountain bikes was just perfect. They dealt with all queries and made our decision so easy, and moreover, this decision to buy Skog bike is 100% the best decision we have taken.
Thank you Black mountain bikes
The customer service from Wes and Greg at Black mountain bikes was just perfect. They dealt with all queries and made our decision so easy, and moreover, this decision to buy Skog bike is 100% the best decision we have taken.
Thank you Black mountain bikes
Nick Alterskye
Oct 17, 2020
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Best bikes for kids on the market, anywhere. And made in Wales!!
Little mountain bikes that grow as your kid grows, which are robust and can go anywhere. The fantastic build quality and robustness means that the bikes hold their value well for selling on later - so that you can then buy the next level up.
My daughter has already gone from a SKØG to a HÜTTO model in just 2.5 years - and she loves that she can ride off-road and on hard-pack surfaces just as easily.
Little mountain bikes that grow as your kid grows, which are robust and can go anywhere. The fantastic build quality and robustness means that the bikes hold their value well for selling on later - so that you can then buy the next level up.
My daughter has already gone from a SKØG to a HÜTTO model in just 2.5 years - and she loves that she can ride off-road and on hard-pack surfaces just as easily.
Ian Gilfillan
Sep 08, 2020
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100% 5 stars. bikes are engineered excellently. the weight itself is excellent aswell. son was scared to go down hills and this bike has grew his confidence massively he now flys past me. so easy to build as they have a video on there website to build and easy to make the bike bigger also. worth every penny
Edward Kilby
Aug 12, 2020
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Fantastic bikes, well built, very well packaged, handles well.
Fantastic customer service, would like to give a special mention to Ben after his dealing with my many emails ranging from question about the bike… then to the preorder and then delivery, very professional friendly and quick to reply.
Son is getting used to a bigger balance bike now and in a couple of weeks the pedals will be on and we will try him out with peddling. But looking forward to our lives as pinto owners and will look forward to growing with the range.
Fantastic customer service, would like to give a special mention to Ben after his dealing with my many emails ranging from question about the bike… then to the preorder and then delivery, very professional friendly and quick to reply.
Son is getting used to a bigger balance bike now and in a couple of weeks the pedals will be on and we will try him out with peddling. But looking forward to our lives as pinto owners and will look forward to growing with the range.
Ddavid Cumming
Feb 04, 2020
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Nick Pye
Dec 31, 2019
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Anoj Perera
Aug 20, 2019
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I was looking for a good light weight British designed bike for kids for some time. Came across Black Mountain Bikes. Bought a Skog and a Pinto for my daughter and son. We drove from Kent to pick the bikes with the kids. It was such pleasant experience and what a great product. Kids thoroughly enjoyed it. Staff was amazing!!!!
Gustav Svenson
Jul 21, 2019
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Great quality bike. My is running his Skog as a balance bike at the moment and loving it. Looking forward to mount the pedals later this summer. Really good that you can use the same bike for both balance and later with pedals. As a true bonus we can size up the bike when Leo grow taller.
It really replaces three bikes.
It really replaces three bikes.
Hamada Fayad
Jun 23, 2019
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This is a great concept.
I bought one for my 5 year old boy, and he shredding the tracks with it!
The service I received was exceptional too. Andy was prompt with his expert email communications.
When we considered buying the bike, we decided that it is a 4 year investment, and our little boy is going to have a great time riding a good quality bike.
Shipping was a breeze, and the bike arrived in about a week from dispatch.
I am waiting for there next product to be released to buy it for my 7 year old!
Cheers.
I bought one for my 5 year old boy, and he shredding the tracks with it!
The service I received was exceptional too. Andy was prompt with his expert email communications.
When we considered buying the bike, we decided that it is a 4 year investment, and our little boy is going to have a great time riding a good quality bike.
Shipping was a breeze, and the bike arrived in about a week from dispatch.
I am waiting for there next product to be released to buy it for my 7 year old!
Cheers.
Clare Kingston
Jun 09, 2019
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Bought two bikes for our 2.5year old twins. They were already well established on balance bikes and this seemed the next logical step. A balance bike with brakes that’ll grow with them as they learn to pedal.… Amazing customer service, bikes arrived promptly and I set them both up in under 30mins even with 2 “helpers”! Despite only being able to just touch the floor they love them and after 30mins riding they’re now both going down steps and over ramps confidently. They’re super lightweight but still sturdy, plus they look cool/unique. We’re only 48hours
Sara Penn Williams
Jan 29, 2019
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We've just bought one of these for our daughter. She has tried balance bikes before but hasn't enjoyed them. We had a few issues setting up the bike on arrival, but Black Mountain were fantastic with their customer service and we soon had it all sorted. My daughter spent about 20 minutes on the bike in balance bike mode on her first try and made more progress in that 20 minutes than in all her previous attempts on a bike, and more importantly she really enjoyed it! The bike is so lightweight and well make, plus it look stunning too.
Tony Fox
Sep 25, 2018
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Black Mountain bikes are absolute quality! I am blown away how quickly my son has learnt to ride a bike. The balance bike mode is such a big step in getting the kids to glide. Changing to the power mode (pedals) is relatively easy and because my son had the confidence to balance on the same bike. Using the pedals took around 15 mins to master. now we can go on bike rides together.
