HELMETS AND GOGGLES

Kids' MTB Helmets and Goggles for Young Riders

This category brings together children's mountain bike helmets and goggles from the Fox kids' collection at Foxracing.si. It covers protective headwear and eyewear for young riders on trails, pump tracks, bike parks and everyday rides, in sizes and shapes made specifically for children's heads. Whether your child is riding cross-country loops or hitting jumps, this is where the head protection starts.

What you will find in this category

The kids' helmets and goggles section includes the two pieces of gear no young mountain biker should ride without:

• Open-face (half-shell) helmets - lightweight trail helmets with plenty of ventilation and an adjustable retention system, suited to general trail riding, school runs and pump track sessions.
• Full-face helmets - helmets with an integrated chin bar for downhill, bike park and jump riding, where a crash can involve face contact with the ground.
• Goggles - youth-sized MTB goggles that keep dust, mud, branches and roost out of your child's eyes, with a wide field of view and a strap that works with a helmet.
• Replacement lenses and accessories - spare lenses and small parts that let you adapt goggles to bright, overcast or dusty conditions.

How to choose a kids' MTB helmet and goggles

Measure the head, then check the size chart

Measure the circumference of your child's head about two centimetres above the eyebrows with a soft tape measure, and match that number to the size chart. Youth helmets are usually sold in head-circumference sizes rather than age ranges, because children of the same age vary a lot.

Check the fit, not just the size

A correctly fitted helmet sits level, covers the forehead and does not tilt back. It should not move when your child shakes their head with the straps undone, and the retention dial should only fine-tune the fit, not do all the work. Never buy a helmet to grow into.

Open-face or full-face

Choose an open-face helmet for trail and everyday riding where breathability and low weight matter most. Choose a full-face helmet for downhill runs, bike parks, dirt jumps and any riding at speed on steep terrain.

Weight and ventilation

Children carry proportionally heavier heads, so a lighter helmet reduces neck fatigue on long rides. Generous vents matter on climbs and in summer heat.

Goggle and helmet compatibility

Try goggles together with the helmet they will be used with. The goggle frame should sit flush against the face with no gap at the forehead, and the strap should run around the outside of the helmet without pushing it out of place.

Lens choice

Clear or light lenses work best in woods and low light, while tinted or mirrored lenses help in open, bright terrain. Anti-fog treatment and tear-off or roll-off compatibility are worth checking if your child rides in mud and rain.

Brands

This category features gear from Fox, a brand built around mountain bike and motocross protection, with a dedicated youth line of helmets and goggles designed around younger riders' proportions.

Frequently asked questions

What size helmet does my child need?

Measure head circumference in centimetres just above the eyebrows and compare it with the size chart for the specific helmet. Fit varies between models, so always check the chart for the helmet you are buying.

Does my child need a full-face helmet?

A full-face helmet is recommended for downhill, bike park, dirt jump and enduro-style riding. For gentler trail riding and everyday cycling, a well-fitted open-face helmet is the usual choice.

Do kids really need MTB goggles?

Goggles protect the eyes from dust, mud, insects, branches and stones thrown up by other riders, and they stay in place far better than sunglasses on rough terrain.

When should a helmet be replaced?

Replace a helmet after any significant impact, even if there is no visible damage, and whenever it no longer fits your child's head correctly.

Can goggles be worn with an open-face helmet?

Yes. Many trail riders use goggles with half-shell helmets; just check that the goggle strap sits correctly around the shell and the frame does not press the helmet upwards.

Browse the full kids' helmets and goggles selection at Foxracing.si and kit your young rider out with protection that fits properly from the first ride.