nomad

Thanks for the response and the photos, I can't believe he is just a three year old. I reckon a helmet with a chin guard is probably the way forward. Good idea about the DH helmet, I had not thought of that but I guess they would be light, have good visibility and offer enough protection. I will have a look at them and see if I can find somewhere for him to try a few on.

Hi New to the forum and indeed to the world of off road bikes but having tired a little of road riding I am about to take the plunge myself and have just done so for my son. I have just bought an Osset 16" for my sons fifth birthday and am after some advice/thoughts on helmet choice. Having looked through the galleries, there seems to be a mix of bicycle, open and motocross full face helmets. I am leaning away from the bicycle style as they offer less protection around the side of the head, though they are light, comfortable and least obtrusive. Motocross style with a chin guard obviously offer greatest protection but at the expense of visibility, which could arguably cause more offs, and they may be too cumbersome. Open face offers no protection if he face plants. I would be grateful for your thoughts and experiences and for any recommendations. Thank you Richard