Are you buying a kids bike? Here's 12 things you need to think about before splashing your cash
Black Friday Kids’ bike helmets deals
B'Twin Kids' Bike Helmet 100 - £11.99 £9.99
At under £10 this really is the ultimate bargain. The 100 helmet from B'Twin, sold through Decathlon, is a very simple design with several air vents to keep your child's head cool. It's basic, but at this price point it does the job without breaking the bank. A dial at the back allows you to adjust the fit, and it comes in two size options to suit children aged between 3 and 10.
Giro Tremor - £49.99 £37.49
The Giro Tremor incorporates advanced features from Giro's adult line, including a removable visor, quick-dry padding, built-in bug net, reflective decals, In-Mold polycarbonate shell with EPS liner, and 18 vents for enhanced comfort and safety, making it suitable for young riders of all skill levels.
Giro Dime - £49.99 £33.74
The Dime helmet, a youth-sized counterpart to the Quarter adult helmet, boasts a robust ABS shell with an impact-absorbing EPS liner. Its key features include a polyurethane bumper for added EPS liner protection and a Fit Kit Padding system. With a durable build and available in various vibrant colours, the Dime ensures both safety and style for young riders.
Bell Sidetrack Youth - £39.99 from £20.99
The Bell Sidetrack Youth helmet, inspired by the popular Bell Stoker for adults, offers extended rear coverage and a visor in a compact design for young riders. With colour-matched components, the helmet has a sleek appearance. The Ergo Fit system allows easy adjustment for head sizes between 50-57cm, and the Fusion In-Mold polycarbonate shell ensures lightweight yet robust protection. The Pinchguard Buckle is kid-friendly, and the Snap-In Visor adds style while shielding from sun and rain. Geared for adventurous young bikers, the Sidetrack is designed for those pushing their limits on the trail.
MET Yo Yo - £30 £23.99
The MET Yo Yo is a premium BMX and urban helmet designed for young riders, featuring a durable ABS polymer outer shell and impact-resistant expandable polystyrene inner shell. Equipped with an anti-pinch buckle, strong fit straps, and compression padding in two thickness options for added comfort and protection, the Yo Yo ensures both safety and style with its rad design. The anti-allergenic interior padding is hand washable, making it a high-quality choice for the active youngster.
Lazer Lil' Gekko - £44.99 £24.99
The Lazer Lil' Gekko is a cutting-edge kids' helmet with enhanced side and rear protection for safety during their biking adventures. Featuring an AutoFit system for effortless fitting, the helmet also includes a distinctive urban-style visor, making it both functional and stylish. Compatible with a rechargeable rear LED light (not included) for increased visibility at night, the Lil' Gekko is designed for toddlers in a universal size (46-50 cm). With a weight of 280g, 12 vents for optimal ventilation, and a Comfort Buckle to prevent chin pinches, this helmet prioritises both comfort and protection.
Bell Lil Ripper - £44.99 £31.49
The Lil Ripper helmet ensures your youngest riders cruise in both style and safety. With a compact shell, available in two sizes, and the Action Fit system for a secure fit, it caters to your child's comfort. The Fusion In-Mold polycarbonate shell adds durability, and the SmartLock no-pinch side buckle makes it easy to secure. With fun graphics, your child will be eager to wear this helmet on every adventure.
MET Hooray Kids - £39.99 from £19.99
The MET Hooray Kids, without MIPS, is also with a flattened rear for comfort in child seats, extended head coverage over critical areas, improved EPS construction for safety, an anti-pinch ratchet buckle, and MET's Kid's specific retention system to ensure a comfortable fit with no pressure points on the fontanel.
Giro Fixture II Youth - £54.99 £35.99
The Fixture II Youth helmet, an improved version of the top-selling Tremor, offers a revised silhouette, enhanced cooling, and a striking style with reflective details. Featuring In-Mold construction, a removable visor, deep internal channelling for ventilation, and a Roc Loc Sport fit system, it complies with the US CPSC safety standard for ages 5 and older, providing a combination of value, performance, and classic design. Uni-sized at 50-57cm, it maintains its position as a value leader despite the updates and improvements.
Alpina Ximo Disney Star Wars - £40 £23.99
If you’ve got a little Star Wars fan, the Alpina Disney helmet could be perfect. It has integrated fly screens, antibacterial washable padding, and an Ergomatic ratchet closure on the chin. With additional elements like reflective details for increased visibility, and technologies including Ceramic Shell, Hi-EPS impact absorption, In-Mold lightweight construction, these helmets provide great protection and a perfect fit.
Fox Clothing Rampage Youth - £169.99 £119
The Youth Rampage Helmet, Fox’s most affordable DH-certified mountain bike helmet, ensures full face coverage for young riders engaging in park, BMX, downhill, and enduro activities. Equipped with MIPS for impact protection, this helmet features a lightweight injection-molded ABS shell, injected mesh vent screens for superior ventilation and debris filtration, a double D-ring closure, and an adjustable visor, combining style and function for young shredders.
Fox Clothing Mainframe Youth Mips - £79.99 £49.99
The Fox Clothing Youth Mainframe Helmet ensures the safety of young riders with extended coverage and proven MIPS impact protection, minimising rotational forces during a crash. The helmet features optimised venting for efficient cooling, a lightweight fit system, and a removable, washable moisture-wicking liner for added comfort. With a focus on safety without compromising style, this helmet offers reliable protection at an affordable price.
MET Hooray MIPS - £75 from £39
The MET MIPS Hooray Kids helmet features a flattened shell for comfort in child seats, extended head coverage, improved EPS construction for safety, MIPS Brain Protection System, MET rear LED light, anti-pinch ratchet buckle, and MET Kid's specific retention system. MET's commitment to safety includes rigorous testing in their in-house facility, collaboration with experts, and the incorporation of MIPS for managing rotational forces. The helmet also comes with a rear LED light for enhanced visibility and an anti-insect net in the front vents.
MET Super Buddy - £26 £15.99
The MET Super Buddy kids cycling helmet, features a twin-shell construction, Bimbi Plus design for comfort in baby seats, and an integrated visor for extra protection. The helmet, equipped with Safe-T Twist size adjustment and anti-pinch buckle, grows with your child up to a 57cm head size. Comfort features include an anti-bug net, internal padding, and reflective stickers for increased visibility. The sleek design with bright colours makes it appealing to kids, while air intake vents and efficient construction keep them cool and protected on their cycling adventures.
Troy Lee Designs Flowline Youth MIPS - £80 £59.99
The Troy Lee Designs Flowline MIPS Youth helmet blends safety, comfort, and futuristic style at an affordable price. Featuring MIPS technology, a durable full-wrap outer shell, extended coverage, and EPS foam for impact absorption, this helmet ensures top-notch protection. The precision fit system, 14 large ventilation ports, soft liner, and adjustable visor enhance comfort, making it a reliable choice for young riders seeking safety and cool aesthetics at the local bike park.
MET Eldar Youth - £50 £29.99
The MET helmet features In-Mold construction with shock-absorbing polystyrene, hand-washable comfort pads, a Safe-T Mid fit system, removable visor, and a rear reflective sticker for enhanced safety. With Gel front pad and Coolmax anti-allergenic interior padding, this one-size-fits-all helmet (52-57cm) combines advanced technology, increased coverage at the back of the head, and a stylish snap-in visor for optimal protection and trail-ready aesthetics.
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