Yeah, i'm not too bothered about what his mates have tbh, his school is in another area so although they tell him stuff, he doesn't see it much to be overly bothered. I'm sure that will all change in the next few years though, that's why i've always tried to be relatively sensible at Christmas.
He wants a new bike, but he's got 2 that still 'fit' him, he only wants another cos he wants gears
so that can be 2010 Xmas sorted