The Crickett Youth G2 is a bolt-action .22 LR rifle built around smaller shooters. It weighs 3 lbs with a 16.12" barrel and 30" overall length, which keeps it manageable for young hands. Capacity is 1 round. The Mossy Oak Break-Up Country stock finish blends into wooded surroundings. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Crickett 
• Model: Youth G2 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Barrel Length: 16.12 inches 
• Overall Length: 30 inches 
• Weight: 3 lbs 
• Capacity: 1 Round 
• Safety Mechanism: Firing Pin Safety 
• Sights: Fixed Front & Adjustable Rear Peep 
• Stock Finish: Mossy Oak Break-Up Country 
• Trigger Type: Single-stage 
   

Features 

The bolt action is straightforward and reliable for new shooters working on fundamentals. The trigger breaks at 2.5 to 3 lbs, which is light enough for youth without being unsafe. The rear peep sight is adjustable; the front is fixed. A firing pin safety prevents discharge without a deliberate trigger pull. The single-shot design reinforces careful, deliberate shooting habits early on. 
 

Usage 

This is a purpose-built introductory rifle. It suits range sessions, hunter safety courses, and small game outings where a compact, light .22 LR makes sense. The single-shot format is a feature here, not a limitation. It keeps the focus on shot discipline. Shooters who progress past basic fundamentals will eventually want more capacity, but that is expected.

Feedback on the Crickett Youth G2 in Mossy Oak Camo comes mostly from parents and new shooters, and the overall picture is positive.

The size and weight get the most consistent praise. At 3 lbs and 30" overall, kids can handle it without struggling, and parents notice real improvement in confidence. The safety features get called out frequently as a plus. The firing pin safety gives parents confidence when teaching young shooters. Price comes up often as a reason people choose it; it is an affordable entry point for families who want to start young without a large commitment.

The Mossy Oak finish gets its own mentions. Kids tend to like it, and it does blend well in hunting situations. Accuracy for a .22 LR at youth distances is reported as solid.

Critical feedback is limited. A few users mention durability concerns if the rifle gets rough handling, though most agree it holds up with normal care. The single-shot format is occasionally called out by parents whose kids are ready to progress, but most recognize that is by design. Some note kids outgrow it faster than expected as their skills develop.