You’re not a mountain biker who’ll let rainclouds stop you from getting out and riding. Not a bit of it. And with the Youth Ranger 2.5L Water Jacket, you’ll be shredding in comfort even in the heaviest rain. Made from a waterproof fabric, rated to 10K water column, this is a jacket that is lightweight and yet incredibly protective. Fox have also added a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish to the mix, shrugging off mud and water, preventing them from soaking in. Fox also deploys their TruSeal technology with all seams sealed to prevent water from seeping in over the course of a long ride. The helmet-compatible hood is also a bonus, perfect for pulling up during the very heaviest downpours. While rain is kept out, excellent breathability also prevents sweat vapour from building up on the inside, ensuring comfort during hard-charging bike rides. A drawcord at the hem lets you cinch in the fit and seal out the elements while elastic cuffs give a flexible and comfortable fit. There are also two zipped hand pockets, just right for stashing away essentials you want easy access to.
If you’re seeking mountain bike gloves that can stand up to the demands of regular riding and keep you confidently in control, look no further than the Youth Defend Gloves. Bar grip comes via the single-layer Clarino® palm. The slim design gives a natural feel for the grips, and should you take a tumble it will protect your palm from trail rash. Touchscreen compatibility also means easy access to your technology. Between the fingers, stretch mesh allows for excellent airflow while ensuring you enjoy superb dexterity too. At the fingertips, Fox have added TRUFEEL internal TPR knobbies, maintaining the perfect fit and a precise feel for your brake levers. A compression-moulded cuff gives a secure and snug fit, finishing the Defends off in style.
If you love the challenges and adrenalin rush of dirt jumps and urban riding, the Youth Flight Helmet will inspire you to push your limits further, higher and faster. However, should a landing come up short or confidence exceeds current skill, the impact-absorbing EPS foam liner provides protection from strikes to your head. A tough ABS outer shell also contributes to the protection on offer, providing extra structural strength while also providing extra durability and protecting against the more minor bumps and knocks you'll get from regular riding. What is MIPS? The helmet also features an extra level of head protection via the MIPS system. The Multi-directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) is a proven system that reduces the rotational forces on the brain when you're involved in a crash. The forces are absorbed and redirected to prevent them from being transmitted to the brain. MIPS is a Brain Protection System Rotational motion can cause brain injuries The low friction layer allows a sliding movement of 10–15 mm, in all directions, reducing rotational motion to the brain during impact Shop All MIPS Helmets Click Here Get Comfortable While the main focus is to keep your head safe, Fox have also ensured you'll enjoy a comfortable ride when wearing the Flight Pro. The updated interior design now sits lower on your head, giving a more secure and stable fit. The standard buckle system also provides a well-proven safe and secure fit while the comfort liner provides soft padded comfort for all your riding session
Meeting European EN1621-1 Level 1 CE Certification, you can be confident the Youth Launch D3O Knee Guards keep you protected from the inevitable scrapes, bashes and falls of mountain biking. The D3O® polymer is soft and flexible in normal use and yet upon impact immediately works to absorb and dissipate crash forces, far beyond that of ordinary foams. The D3O® protection sits in and alongside a flexible, pre-curved neoprene sleeve, making them comfortable for a day of trail riding from sun-up to sundown. With their easy to slip on ergonomic fit and hook and loop closures, they're also super-easy to get on and off for all your mountain biking adventures.
The Youth Main Stray MTB Goggles provides unparalleled vision with a wide field of vision that is best-in-class. The viewing port also allows the transfer of standard and injection moulded lens’ into the same frame via the Variable Lens System. Meanwhile, the provided Lexan lens offers enhanced impact and abrasion resistance plus UV protection. The goggle’s frame offers the perfect balance of comfort and protection. The interior of the frame is cushioned with a triple layer of face foam with a comfortable fleece liner. Keeping the goggles stabilised they come with a non-slip silicone strap that is compatible with most youth-fit MTB helmets.
The youth version of Nike’s classic Silicone Cap proves that an evergreen design is exactly that for a reason. The silicone used here is both hypoallergenic against the effects of chlorine and stretches beautifully for a one-size fits all design, with plenty of grip on the inside for confidence and peace of mind.
Whether you’re commuting, riding through urban areas or taking in the offroad scenery, the Hummvee Youth Helmet offers the perfect all-rounder to keep the next generation of cyclists protected. Ready to maximise airflow thanks to its unrivalled ventilation capabilities, staying cool when you up the ante allows for a greater focus on the path ahead. Part of Endura’s gateway collection into the world of performance, this lid excels when taken offroad and sports both functional and technical features certain to help riders dominate the beaten path. To benefit those that don’t have time to pull over and customise their fit, the one hand micro-adjustment system helps correct your comfort levels within a flash. Click here to discover more on Endura's Crash Replacement Offer.
Thanks to their fully opening strap system and elastic Velcro® straps, the Singletrack Youth Elbow Protectors are a cinch to pull on before a ride and rip off after a session on the trails. The combination of multi-layer memory foam inserts and highly abrasion resistant aramid impact panels should see young mountain bikers protected from most impacts as they push the envelope of tyre grip and skill levels. Inside the protectors is a terry lining, enhancing next to the skin comfort and at the same time wicking away sweat build up.
Endura’s MT500JR Youth Helmet takes its design inspiration directly from the award-winning, adult-sized, MT500 Helmet. The helmet may be smaller in size, but it doesn’t compromise on comfort or protection. The helmet comes with Koroyd inserts which provide enhanced energy absorption while keeping the weight low and ventilation high. Koroyd technology engineered protection Tens of thousands of co-polymer extruded tubes thermally welded to create an unparalleled consistent and fully engineered core, ready to be cut, shaped, CNC machined, thermoformed or laminated and further integrated into the best sport and protection products that give you the edge. The cores plastically deform for higher speed impacts, absorbing energy linearly. Up to 84% of the material thickness can be utilised in case of an accident. Existing energy absorbers densify around 60%. All of this is packed into an impressively lightweight package. You’ll barely feel that the MT500JR is there but, if you crash, you’ll be glad it is
Thanks to their fully opening strap system and elastic Velcro® straps, the Singletrack Youth Knee Protectors are a cinch to pull on before a ride and rip off even with shoes already on. The combination of multi-layer memory foam inserts and highly abrasion resistant aramid impact panels should see young mountain bikers protected from most impacts as they push the envelope of tyre grip and skill levels. Inside the protectors is a terry lining, enhancing next to the skin comfort and at the same time wicking away sweat build up and the flexible design ensures easy pedalling as they hit the trails.
With a highly ventilated and flexible D3O® LP-1 insert, the MT500 D3O® Youth Knee Pads offer incredible knee protection without causing young mountain bikers to overheat. Meeting EN1621-1:2012 standards for protection, they'll soak up sharp impacts and nasty knocks to the knee. The D3O® insert also ensures high flexibility - perfect for easy pedalling and allowing riders quick-reaction agility when getting aggressive on technical mountain bike trails. The MT500 pads also feature extra side impact protection while abrasion-resistant materials boost durability in slides and close scrapes with trail-side bushes. The Velcro® fastenings and silicone grippers make sure there's no slippage and the fully opening design makes them super-easy to pull on and off with no need to take shoes off.
Whether you’re a young rider or the parent of a young rider, you want a cycling helmet that you rely on and trust. Giro’s Hale Youth Helmet is packed with features to keep smaller heads safe and secure on the road. The adjustable Roc Loc Sport system ensures a close and dialled fit, and the In-Mold polyester shell bonds the shell to the helmet, while still remaining lightweight and comfortable. Coming in a range of appealing and bright colours, you or your young one can ride in confidence thanks to Giro.