Looking to build or buy a complete bike for a 12 year old. He's about 5'2". This is a kid that is my little brother in the Big Brother program that I volunteer for. I think it would be fun to get him into biking and it's something that we could do for relatively cheap once I get a bike. I am looking on suggestions for bike setups, since I have never really set anything up for someone short. I am 6'1" 225 so all of my bikes are too big for him to ride. I was thinking maybe a hardtail, but open to a fully. I think he would like it, since he loves being outside and active. Tried searching for some setups, but search function doesn't seem to working for me....
Would small size frames be small enough? 24" wheels?
Would small size frames be small enough? 24" wheels?