{"product_id":"norco-storm-youth-27-5","title":"Norco Storm Youth 27.5","description":"\u003c!-- =========================================================\nNorco Storm Youth 27.5 – Bike product page\n========================================================= --\u003e\u003c!-- Intro + 3-column feature block --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorco Storm Youth 27.5.\u003c\/strong\u003e A lightweight, durable hardtail designed to help young riders build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for riding dirt. With simple components, dependable braking, and kid-specific fit, the Storm 27.5 is easy to ride, easy to maintain, and ready for everyday trail adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 24px; margin: 24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Column 1 – Key highlights --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; min-width: 220px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight aluminum frame\u003c\/strong\u003e built to handle real trail use without unnecessary weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e27.5\" wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e roll smoothly over roots and rocks while maintaining control for smaller riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple 1x drivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps shifting intuitive and maintenance easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e provide consistent stopping power with junior-specific levers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Column 2 – Design and durability --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; min-width: 220px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eDesign and durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable aluminum frame with trail-ready geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100mm suspension fork tuned for lighter riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical simplicity reduces upkeep and downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Other Way Limited Lifetime Warranty on the frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Column 3 – Ride characteristics --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; min-width: 220px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eRide characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy starts and efficient climbing help young riders ride longer with less fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable handling builds confidence on trails and gravel paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredictable braking helps riders stop safely and smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized fit for riders transitioning from smaller kids bikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Fit \/ setup \/ add-ons --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFit, setup, and recommended upgrades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe want young riders to feel confident and comfortable from the very first ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal pickup customers:\u003c\/strong\u003e We can set saddle height, brake lever reach, and tire pressure to match your rider’s height and experience level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipped bikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bikes arrive professionally assembled and test ridden. We’re happy to help with setup questions before the first ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended upgrades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many families add a helmet, gloves, or pedals with more grip as skills progress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- =========================================================\nBUILD SPECS\n========================================================= --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eStorm Youth 27.5 – Full specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- Frame --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0; width: 30%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum frame, TIG welded, 10x135mm QR rear, tapered head tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Other Way Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Suspension --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 20px; 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font-size: 18px;\"\u003eSizing and fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; margin: 4px 0 8px 0;\"\u003eThe Storm Youth 27.5 is designed for growing riders transitioning into larger wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 13px; min-width: 400px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 4px;\"\u003eFrame size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 4px;\"\u003eRecommended rider height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4'6\" – 5'1\" (135 – 154 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 13px; margin: 12px 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis size works well for riders moving up from 24\" or small 26\" bikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your rider is near the top of the height range, we can help assess next-size options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- =========================================================\nFrame geometry – collapsible\n========================================================= --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 20px; 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