Description
If you missed it, we released the 2026 Maxwell 24 on the custom build page recently, so we've allocated the rest of the outgoing model to a Special Build LTD model!
Please note spec was changed to Maxxis DHF/DHRII combo. If you want a lighter tire selection, please choose the Kenda Booster 2.2" on the configurator.
Also, we have had a few people request an 11-speed build option to this bike. We can upgrade to Deore 11 speed which has 11-51 gearing, Deore m6100 brakes and Deore derailleur and shifter. See the checkbox upgrade option below.
Please note this bike ships with our TC30 fork - Reba 120mm returns as an option on May 1st.
Starting at around 25 pounds, our Maxwell 24 sets a new standard for lightweight performance. Surpassing most 24" hardtail weights on the market, this full suspension bike boasts 120mm of travel both in the front and rear, providing superior handling and comfort on the trails. Its category-leading complete bike weight is achieved through meticulous attention to detail and the inclusion of top-shelf components typically found on much more expensive bikes. Our ultimate goal is to create the lightest production 24” full suspension trail bike, leaving no need for further modifications. With the best components meticulously assembled, we've crafted a bike that allows your kid to spend more time riding and less time worrying about performance tweaks. 6 awesome colors in this model - the most in any category!
The Maxwell 24 is a versatile and fun mountain bike designed for all types of riding. Featuring a Horst link suspension design, it remains active under braking and offers plushness over bumps. With a short 390mm chain-stay length, it's agile and stable at speed, perfect for manuals and conquering obstacles. Internal dropper post compatibility adds versatility. This 120mm trail bike is lighter than most other brands' 24' HARDTAIL offerings, ensuring more smiles per mile on any terrain.
Maxwell 24 Special Build LTD
$2,399
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- Features: 10-speed bike with Tektro Hydraulic brakes (short reach design for kids!) Microshift Advent X 10-speed rear derailleur, Microshift 10-speed shifter, Microshift 10-speed 11-48 cassette (416 grams!) and our Trailcraft TC30 120mm suspension fork.
- Weight: 26 pounds with Maxxis DHF/DHRII combo tires, 25 pounds with Kenda Booster tires. Adding a dropper brings it to 25.8 pounds with Boosters!
- FOUR cool colors left to satisfy even just about every young rider!
Scott Fitzgerald –
Brett and Ginger,
We received the Maxwell 24 orange bike and everything was perfect. This bike is truly amazing, well done. Seatpost length, derailleur adjustmants, etc. Plus, chainstay AND seatstay protector/wraps from Lizard Skins! Alloy tubeless valve stems included? Tapered headtube!!? Lock on grips!? Extra derailleur hanger!? All bolts properly torqued! I feel like I was assembling an adult bike – haha! When I went to my local bike shop to show it off they said “even adult bikes don’t come with valve stems in the box” and blown away with the quality. You did a really good job. My son loves his new bike!
mathewfay –
These bikes are outstanding. Optically beautiful and true to what a real mountain bike should look and feel like.
The biggest thing was the fact that changing the machine upped my kids riding. In a way it wasn’t fair to send them out on non-sus heavy bikes. Their riding has been amplified so much I can ditch my mates! We hit Lake Kalamalka (600m // 12k’s) and they rocked it! SilverStar bike park – it’s weird to fly transitions with your 7 year old. My kids are 7 and 11 but kinda the same size with control issues, so it was great to have the same bike in different colors. Yes it’s more expensive than the run of the mill kids bike, but it’s a journey for them and set them up right. My kids are raking leaves to earn the next step up in a couple of years.
These bikes are light. Not super light, but you are not paying $5k. What they are is significantly lighter than the usual bikes offered to kids and with some of the intelligent designs we all take for granted i.e. geometry. You can customize – I chose easier gearing because of where we live, so now they can climb in the Rockies.
Re-sell is of course a point, everything is private label. Trailcraft has done everyone a favor by circumventing brand and it shows up well in price and quality. There have been some intelligent decisions that have created a kids version of an adult MTB that’s not in the stratosphere pricing category. After seeing the first rip, I don’t care about re-sale anymore – it’s worth it. But, I’m confident they won’t have to rake too many leaves.
Don’t know what else to add. We got pulled over a lot for questions. I went to the bike shop for more armor for my kids at the bike park because of their progression. The bike shop guys are all impressed by this machine and its weight. I’m still grinning after a week of sharing my sport at a crazy level with my kids.. I’m planning some epic XC with these guys.
This bike is for you if you want to let your kids ride as much as you do.
Courtland Carbone (verified owner) –
Maxwell 24
Unbelievably awesome bike. The components are the same that you you find on bikes for adults, I bought the XT build. Better quality than what I bought for myself. It has Stan no tubes tubeless wheels with color matching anodized aluminum valve stems. The aluminum frame is light and strong, I have no doubt that the resale valve will be Considerable. I also agree with the other reviewer, once you see your kids level instantly increase resale value goes right out the window. Trailcraft has delivered the top notch bike for our young riders that we are looking for. Cast aside any reservation you may have about purchasing this bike. It will add enjoyment to riding that can’t be measured, especially since we want our kids to ride with us for the rest of their lives. This is the bike to help start that love affair with cycling and facilitate family time. They also deserve the same quality bike that you bought for yourself. Our little ones can’t help that they happed to be a bit short and still have a lot of growth left. We bought the family mountain bikes this spring and very quickly realized that our seven year old was disadvantaged when it came to the quality of bike I bought for him. Riding behind him on long climbs, encouraging him to lug a 37 lbs bike up the mountain and watching him get beat up on those fast single track decent. I felt guilty that I sat on a great full suspension bike which is light on the accents and smooth and fast on the descents. A new search was afoot to find the best full suspension light weight bike for our eager but exhausted son to ride. This led us to the Trailcraft line of bikes, coworker found them online and sent me the link thankfully. They are as awesome in person as they look online. This bike has made it possible for our seven year old to make those long climbs that were just out of reach with his heavy tank of a bike. Coming down those single tracks, it’s fun for him and I can finally let the guilt go for not buying this bike to begin with. Buy this bike and let them shred up and down the trails!!!
Trailcraft –
Thank you so much for taking time to review your Trailcraft. We are really glad he is having fun shredding both up and down! Have fun on the trails together and please keep in touch!
Thanks,
Brett and Ginger
GABRIEL KIM –
My son has been riding his Maxwell 24 for the past two years. It’s now time to pass it on to his younger brother, and he’ll be moving on up to the Maxwell 26. The 24 has been a really nice bike. We primarily ride cross country trails on the weekdays and do more technical trails on the weekends. We’ve also done downhill bike parks a handful of times. The Maxwell really just checks all the marks for the type of riding we do. We used to ride about once a week, but now it’s more like 5 days a week since the pandemic hit. It has been a game changer in our health, both mentally and physically, and having my son on a bike that is light weight and capable really opened up opportunities and more enjoyment riding. Thanks again Brett for your customer support throughout the years!
Courtland Carbone (verified owner) –
We’ve had the Maxwell 24 going into our second full season of riding. Just in case you don’t read any further, buy this bike, you will not regret the confidence boost it gives your young rider while trying a new sport. I also believe the resale value will be off the charts when it comes time to upgrade to the Maxwell 26. This spring we’ve already done trips to southern Utah, this bike is amazing and performs when the trails turn to black diamonds. The full suspension geometry is just right and allows him to sit and peddle up all but the most steep accessing obstacles he encounters. I can’t say enough good about the full suspensions, first off and most importantly, it allows him the ride with mom and dad, secondly, few encouragements help the little guy more than when much older middle school riders inform him that he should walk his bike down the obstacles and he is able to confidently ride down them. Our last trip to Virgin Utah which consisted of four days of riding with a total mile count of 54 miles, he exclaimed “This Trailcraft is the greatest bike ever, they really make a nice bike, when I get bigger do they make bigger bikes” that says it all. Once again, thank you trailcraft.
carl bergeson –
Nice bike! Just like an adult bike but for kids.
Prem Yeo –
Simply excellent, worth every penny! Just 25 pounds too!
Chad Brown –
The bike is the real deal! Suspension works perfect for my 50 lb son. He was riding down and over curbs on his first ride. He made more climbs at our local trails too do to the good gear range and lighter weight. The paint and build quality are amazing!
Michael Gorena –
My boys really loving their new Maxwell 24 bikes!!!! The bikes were easy to assemble. Great customer service!
Pierre-marc Pare –
Happy kid and super nice bike! thanks to the Trailcraft team for fast built and shipping to Canada!