BMX Helmet Black Friday: race and freestyle deals

Full face or bowl: which BMX helmet should you aim for?

For racing, federal regulations require a full face helmet that is one-piece, both for training and competitions, with a visor of at least 10 cm. A full face with a removable chin guard, like the Switchblade MIPS from Giro, is suitable for dirt and bike parks but does not meet this requirement. In freestyle, whether in parks, streets, or flat areas, the bowl helmet remains the standard: hard shell, back of the head well covered, adjustable with padding or a dial. Both types are available in children's sizes.

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• Size: measure the head circumference horizontally, at the forehead, and then refer to the brand's size guide; children's sizes often go below 50 cm.
• Standards: EN 1078 is the minimum for a bicycle helmet sold in Europe; racing full face helmets often also display the ASTM F2032, the American standard for BMX, and ASTM F1952, the one for downhill.
• Protection against rotation: the same model may sometimes be sold with or without MIPS, under a nearly identical name.
• Closure: the double D ring is highly recommended by the federation for racing; check it on the product sheet.

Comparing two discounts on the same helmet

Before comparing two crossed-out prices, make sure they refer to the same helmet: the Dime FS from Giro comes with or without MIPS, the Rayce from Fly Racing is available in both adult and child sizes, and the Local from Bell comes in Solid or Slayco colours. A promotion on a carbon full face helmet, like the Werx-R Carbon, should be compared to another carbon model, not to a polycarbonate full face. Finally, read the product sheet to know what's included: spare visors, extra padding, or covers are not always included.

Which BMX helmet brands during Black Friday?

Fly Racing, an American specialist in motocross equipment, offers full face helmets from junior to adult: the Werx-R Carbon, certified for downhill as well as BMX, combines a carbon shell with Rheon energy-absorbing cells, and the Rayce is also available for younger riders.

Shot Race Gear, a French supplier from the motorised off-road sector, offers full face helmets for BMX, including the Lite-S10 and Lite-Racing from its Lite range.

Giro outfits young freestylers with the Dime FS MIPS, the children’s version of its bowl helmet Quarter, featuring a hard ABS shell, and offers the Switchblade MIPS, a full face with a removable chin guard that requires no tools.

Bell, an American helmet pioneer, provides the Local, a bowl helmet with a skate style designed for both cycling and skateboarding, and the Span, an adjustable children's helmet.

Before or after the operation

To further refine your choice, the permanent page of BMX helmets details regulations, standards, and adjustments. The outfit is completed with BMX equipment from the Black Friday, and other activities have their helmets on sale: MTB, urban, or road. Outside of operations, clearance items go into clearance and the latest models arrive in the new arrivals.

Frequently asked questions

Is a full face helmet with a removable chin guard accepted in BMX racing?

No. The federal regulations require a full face helmet that is one-piece for both competitions and training. Models with removable chin guards still have their appeal for dirt riding, bike parks, or enduro.

What do the ASTM F2032 and F1952 standards mean?

These are two American standards: F2032 applies to BMX helmets, while F1952 applies to downhill mountain bike helmets. They complement the European standard EN 1078, required for any bicycle helmet sold in Europe. A full face helmet that displays both is designed for both tracks and descents.

How to choose between two sizes?

Trust the measured head circumference rather than the size of your old helmet, as sizing varies from brand to brand. A full face should fit snugly with the cheek padding without causing pain; a bowl helmet that is too loose can only partially be compensated for with thicker padding.

Does a BMX helmet that has fallen need to be replaced?

If it has been impacted, yes: the foam that absorbs the impact crushes and does not regain its properties, even if the shell appears intact. When in doubt, replace it.

When to take advantage of Black Friday discounts on a BMX helmet?

Thanksgiving falls on a Thursday and Black Friday the following day, but Vélo-Store spreads its Black Friday discounts throughout November. Use this time to measure the rider's head, whether adult or child, and choose between a racing full face and a bowl for freestyle.