Choosing the correct helmet for your off-road adventures is crucial, given their various purposes and safety measures. Your performance and protection should always be at the forefront of every off-road race, whether you’re a rider who opts for the intensity of an MX track or the ever-changing enduro terrains.
At Bikers World, we understand that riders often give their top performance when they look their best, which is why we stock a broad range of off-road helmets to give your biking attire a personal edge. This guide is designed to exhibit some of our highest-quality headgear, so whether you’re looking for the best enduro helmet or an MX helmet suited to your style, look no further.
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How to choose the right helmet
When deciding on your favourite helmet to suit your riding style, there are several things you need to consider to ensure you get the most out of every wear. While safety should always remain your priority, your helmet must give you comfort and confidence.
Off-road helmets
What is an off-road helmet?
‘Off-road riding’ is a general term for any biking experience that takes place in designated areas, such as MX, enduro and mountain biking. Off-road helmets, therefore, consist of a wide scope of designs and functions yet usually have a visor, rigorous ventilation to suit various terrains and a pronounced chin bar for maximum protection.
Given the often unpredictable conditions of off-road terrains, it is essential that riders feel guarded from any external hazards that apply to various landscapes. Although your helmet will protect your skull and parts of your face, many off-road helmets do not contain an integrated face shield, so a pair of riding goggles must be worn for eye protection.
You should also consider the weight of your helmet depending on your riding type. Off-road helmets are generally heavier than MX headwear as they contain extra padding and comfort features. Other styles of headgear, such as adventure helmets, will be heavier than off-road styles, so you must choose wisely.
Enduro helmets
What is an Enduro helmet?
Enduro helmets are designed for riders who embark on long-distance adventures across various terrains. Unlike other off-road helmets, enduro headwear has built-in visors for full facial and eye coverage; however, these can be removed from convertible-style helmets. Enduro helmets also contain ventilation and noise reduction features to ensure maximum safety and comfort from differing weather conditions. These extra features may cause your helmet to be heavier than others, though this does not compromise wearability.
So you can make the most out of each riding experience, enduro helmets often include mounting points so you can install cameras and lights or utilise other accessories such as intercoms safely.
MX helmets
What is an MX helmet?
MX, or Motocross, helmets are constructed to protect riders who participate in extreme off-road racing. MX headgear features a reinforced outer shell and chin bar to cater to high-impact riding styles containing meticulous flips and jumps. The chin bar of MX helmets is more prominent than other designs to minimise crash-related injuries and enhance airflow.
Further protection is also attained thanks to the Multi-directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) to support the prevention of critical head injuries and minimise rotational head motions that could result in brain injuries.
Similar to the raised chin bar function, MX helmets do not feature a built-in visor or face shield, as maximum airflow is essential on such intense rides; riders should wear goggles for full eye protection. The large vents within the helmet’s ventilation system are also designed to keep riders cool throughout longer races, perfectly combining safety and comfort.
MX helmets are lightweight to adhere to their utility, keeping riders alert and ready in the most intense racing circumstances.
What is the best enduro helmet?
At Bikers World, we believe the quality of your biking attire should be at its highest from your earliest days, so we have collated the most important features from our Arai (MX24) Helmet and Alpinestars (MX25) S-M3 Youth Helmet.
Take your time to compare and contrast various enduro helmets so you can find the best fit for you. To give you an idea of helmets that prioritise comfort and safety, you may want to consider the following features:
- A complex Laminate outset shell, which is built of a composite fibre that is placed between two layers of Super Fibre Laminate. This fibre acts as a reinforcement layer that does not add extra weight to the helmet.
- Fitted ventilation systems placed at the rear, top and underneath the helmet to provide full airflow. An inner chin vent will also prevent debris from entering the helmet.
- Ventilation around the goggles and mouth area to give the facial area full protection.
- A Facial Contour System (FCS) to create a snug, comfortable fit to the lower jaw and support the cheek pad that compresses and rebounds.
- An Emergency Release System and removable cheek pads to allow a safe and easy removal of pads while still wearing your helmet.
What is the best MX helmet?
Although each of our motocross helmets ensures top performance and protection, we have selected the Alpinestars (MX25) S-M10 Helmet TLD Edition as our product spotlight.
Whether you choose a helmet from our MX25 range or an alternative style, the features of the latest S-M10 are great starting points.
When choosing the best MX helmet for you, you may want to consider the following features:
- Various shell and consumer sizes to ensure the correct fit which helps to maximise comfort and minimise weight. A well-fitting helmet will protect your skull and face from high impact.
- A sculpted chin bar that contains a raised relief section which clears the collarbone. In the case of the S-M10, the redesigned chin bar also has a softer EPS liner, which extends past the helmet shell with a more flexible rubber compound, providing added protection from injury to the collarbone.
- An easily adjusted fitment system allows you to customise the angle and height of the helmet to suit your head shape.
- Ultra-ventilation for consistent airflow and an equalised temperature within warmer terrains.
- ECE 22.06 Peak Rotational Acceleration to absorb impact energy that stems from angles alternative to a linear 90 degree angle.
- Removable side pads that help to spread impact energy.
- Multi-directional Impact Protection System (MIPS).
When choosing your headwear, ensure you familiarise yourself with such features and always prioritise your safety over your look. Full protection will always be the key aspect of giving your best performance.
Purchase your favourite offroad helmet from Bikers World!
Our eclectic range of off-road helmets varies across brands, from Alpinestars and Fox to O’Neal. So, whether you choose your headgear with style, affordability or the preference of your favourite industry professionals in mind, you can find it all at Bikers World.
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