Giro Kids' Scamp Cycling Helmet

Product Information

The secret to MIPS is a thin plastic shell inside the helmet that is connected to the helmet’s protective foam core with flexible anchors. When under force, these anchors stretch to allow the helmet to rotate around the head upon impact.A video and explanation of MIPS in action can be seen here. For years, I’ve been recommending the Giro Scamp to other parents. All our friend’s kids have the Scamp, half the kids we run into the local bike park have the Scamp, and yet we’ve never actually done a detailed review of the helmet. On the other hand, the Roc Loc JR Fit system is a durable, simple, dial-fit system designed to match the curvature of children's heads. After years of testing and research, such a shape was developed. We are sure it will thrill your preschoolers and toddlers straight from the box. It is among the best unboxing experience they can ever have. Ventilation FEATURES: Dial-adjust fit, soft sport-material padding, in-mold construction, 18 vents, fixed V side straps for easier fit

For families considering the Small Scamp, the small Nutcase Little Nutty is another great helmet that comes with MIPS, but it is certainly heavier than the Scamp. Kids have something about being stubborn and hesitant to wear helmets. Well, that only happens when it is not Giro Scamp. The Scamp comes in a selection of child-appealing colors and has a design and fit that makes them want to keep it on a little longer, even after a ride. Helmet Construction FEATURES:Removable chin bar, dial-adjust fit system, long integrated visor to protect against face plants All helmet manufacturers use the same sizing system, based on the circumference of the head above the ears. The sizes themselves vary from brand to brand, though, so it’s important to measure your own head and keep that number handy if you can’t try on a helmet before buying it. Weight, Ventilation, and Aerodynamics The Giro Scamp XS is one of the safest and smallest bike helmets available. Undoubtedly, it can serve you better as your child rides in a trailer or bike seat, thanks to its almost flat design in its rear part.The Giro Scamp features the Roc. Loc. Jr fit system that is perfectly shaped to warp around the child’s head. Due to years of research and testing, the Giro Scamp has impressive features, including the dial-adjust system and the MIPS technology, which drive comfort home. The Schwinn Infant helmet is a perfect example of a seemingly decent helmet that is almost impossible to adjust properly. The chin straps never stay in place, which results in the helmet moving around too much, which greatly affects the ability of the helmet to protect a child in the event of a crash. As a result, when at all possible, we highly recommend paying the extra money to upgrade to the Scamp. In our article on choosing the best helmet for kids, we explored helmet terminology in-depth. If you wonder what MIPS is, it is an abbreviation for a multi-directional impact protection system.

Hands down, the Giro Scamp youth helmet beats all the other helmets for preschoolers and toddlers. Thumbs up for the Giro Scamp helmet for being a trendy, durable, safe, and fairly-priced kids’ bike helmet. The built-in visor, which provides important facial protection in the event of a face plant, is a bit longer than other helmets. To top it off, the Mio has fixed plastic pieces connecting the ear and chin straps, so those often pesky strap sliders can never slide out of place!

Giro Kids and Junior Helmet Size Guide

or death or loss of or damage to property, arising out of user’s participation in athletic, recreational law, Mips expressly disclaims all warranties of any kind, express or implied, other than those expressly system can protect a user from all injuries and user assumes all risks, including all risks of bodily The Little Nutty is very similar to Nutcase’s baby bike helmet but is wider on the sides, is a tad heavier, and is dual-certified for skateboard use. Between the Little and Baby Nutty, it can be a bit hard to decide since they are designed for the same 48 – 52 cm head circumference range. AS: There are two reasons to replace a helmet, first and foremost being because you crashed with it. Helmets are designed to crumple (much like the front end of your car), and they’re effectively useless afterward—better the helmet than your head, though.

AS: In truth, I only think that helmets beyond this price point will make a difference if you’re racing at a high level. Spending more can make sense if you’re really looking at shaving seconds off during your toughest efforts. It considers the anatomical placement and properties of the head, ensuring a snug fit. The Scamp also comes with a large rubberized knob that makes it easy the adjustment of the helmet for proper tension, allowing it to fit in the sprogs' heads comfortably. It is always a better, safe, and lighter ride with the Giro Scamp. Giro Scamp MIPS or Non-MIPS Versions that particular model of helmet. Users are warned not to remove, reposition or otherwise tamper with the Coming standard with MIPS safety technology, the Specialized Mio is on the more expensive side for toddler bike helmets, but it’s one of the safest and one of the easiest to use.

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This full face helmet has a removable chin bar so that the ST R can be used as a traditional bike helmet, or as a full face. It also has a long, integrated visor, which will further help prevent facial damage in the event of a bad crash. The fit is all that matters when it comes to a kids’ helmet. Once a helmet is fit it becomes snug as well. You probably have heard of the bad experiences parents who buy their kids poor-quality helmets have. Without the right fit, you can never win the war of convincing your child to wear them. It was there before almost impossible to come across perfect-fit kids’ bike helmets, mostly due to poor construction and not-so-focused kid-specific design. Today, kids’ bike helmets come in a range of kid-specific designs and features. They are snug, beautiful, slim, and lighter than the old generation. The Giro Scamp kids’ bike helmet has eight large vents that help with proper airflow within the helmet. Its inner padding has a sweat absorption capacity, which helps keep the kids’ heads dry for a long time. Notably, the non-MIPS helmets, the plastic liner does not cover the vents nor lets any sweat adhere to it.

The Scamp is available in two sizes – S and XS. The XS fits heads with a head circumference of 45 to 49 cm and the small fits 49 to 53 cm. Remember that every toddler and child has a different sized head… measure their head for a proper helmet fit before you choose the size! As we mentioned before, the flat-rear design of the Scamp gives it pretty coverage of the head, which is a plus. The plenty of space ensures that the helmet wraps around the head of the child well. The flat rear profile works magic even when the child rides on bike seats or trailers. Comfort and Fit Deliveries within Australian major cities can arrive within 5 business days from the date of dispatch. Some interstate and rural areas can take up to 10 business days.Best used in: Recreational cycling (Good for toddlers and preschoolers for both cyclist and those riding in bike trailers) We’ve tested the Scamp on many kids, and XS is a perfect first helmet for many babies and toddlers while the size Small typically fits our testers from ages 2.5 to 5. At its smallest setting (45 cm), the XS was ideal for our 12-month-old tester to use in the trailer and child bike seats, but by the time she was 2.5 we had to move her up to the Small size.