Best bmx equipment according to redditors

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I use the KMC K710.

Pros

• Cheap
  
• Reliable
  
• Heavy Duty
  
  Cons
  
  
• Heavy
  

Bell sanction
https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Sanction-BMX-Downhill-Helmet/dp/B00479MYE0

Very nice helmet, I went with something similar but lower end: https://www.amazon.com/Demon-United-Podium-Mountain-Protection/dp/B07HPCWMX2

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Hopefully it fits!

Most people here will probably recommend something like the TSG Pass, but it’s well over your budget (259USD). Since you’re just trying out esk8, I would think about getting a mountain bike style helmet which is significantly cheaper but will still protect you face/teeth. This one is 89USD: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079XQ4QVJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XhB-Ab06ZZCAF

I picked these up from Demon United and have been pretty pleased with them. I have worn them on 8-14 mile rides with no issue. the D30 helps keep everything flexible without making you feel like you are wearing hockey goalie pads.

Demon D3O Hyper Knee/Shin

motor cycle helmets are heavy and will take a toll when turning your head.

instead, look into Bell Sanction and Bell Drop.

I really want one of those myself because of the fox brand. However, there is a cheaper alternative on amazon. Demon United Podium Full Face Helmet black/Lrg https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079XR43BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jAccBbMGJX1SV

I'll recommend the KMC K710 chain. I personally think it's the best bang for your buck at $11 shipped to your door. All similarly rated chain is going to be the same, you end up paying for aesthetics and branding. The Odyssey Bluebird chain is $15-20 and it's a 510 chain, the Shadow Interlock V2 is nearly $40. So it really depends on what you find value in.

https://www.amazon.com/POC-Joint-VPD-Knee-Protector/dp/B00VXQ9EGG

Maybe this. These are the cats pajamas.

Anyone know if the Bell Servo would work as a full face? It's this one

They also sell what appears to be a step up called the Sanction

So would Demon Podium Full Face Helmet w/ MIPS be good?

https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Sanction-Adult-Helmet-Presences/dp/B07GT982ZS/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?keywords=bell+helmet&qid=1569719246&sprefix=bell+helm&sr=8-15

I wouldn't trust most full face helmets for under $50. If you are going to be using that board going downhill and full throttle you'll really want a full face helmet. If you're just after life-saving protection then I'd go with something like this https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Tec-CLASSIC-SKATE-Classic-Helmet/dp/B0018GYNEO?th=1&psc=1

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But if you want full-face protection go with something like this https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Sanction-Bike-Helmet-Hibiscus/dp/B07GT6NDKY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1541343354&sr=8-4&keywords=full%2Bface%2Blongboard%2Bhelmet&th=1&psc=1 (THIS IS NOT DOT RATED)

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Now keep in mind that full-face doesn't have a visor and is not DOT rated so use at your own risk(still betetr than nothing). You can get dirtbike/BMX visors on the cheap or invest $200-$300 for a nice downhill longboarding helmet (That is DOT rated) but those are more designed for racing and are very aerodynamic.

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I wear that Pro-Tec helmet I linked and take my meepo downhill up to 30mph but I also have a lot of downhill longboarding experience and have been 40+ before. With an E-Skate downhill can actually be more dangerous than a standard longboard due to stopping time and force, especially on an inexperienced rider. The advantage of classic longbaord downhill is sliding stops very quickly and we usually wear gloves with pucks and knee pads. Skate safe!

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EDIT: As long as the helmet is DOT rated it should be fine, don't feel like what I linked you is the best of the best, just my informed opinion. For more information on why DOT rating on helmets is important: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2013/04/08/motorcycle-helmet-standards-explained-dot-ece-22-05-snell/

No shame in wearing protective gear. At least a helmet provides enough critical protection. I wear a helmet and gloves and am willing to accept scrapes and potential broken bones. With the helmet, I figure if I'm falling, I'm probably going to smack my face on something given the upright position, so I went with a full face helmet. It still kind of feels like overkill, but I honestly don't care because I know my face is protected and I won't have to worry about potential dental work, which I'm pretty sure everyone hates. For the gloves, it's more of avoiding being annoyed should I get scrapes on my hands from breaking a fall.

Recently, we had a hit and run on a kid obeying all the rules of the road. The driver turned left into oncoming traffic (bicyclist) and the kid wasn't wearing a helmet. Last I read he was in bad condition in the hospital and he didn't do anything wrong from witness accounts.

Helmet - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HPFSCN8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Gloves - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NIR0ZS4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Definitely get knee pads. I use the G-Form Elite knee and shin guards and they're great. They're super comfortable and I usually forget I'm wearing them while I'm riding. I've also heard good things about the Kali Protective strike knee pads. If you start doing big gaps and drops and stuff you might want to get a full face helmet and maybe even a neck brace.

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G-Form Knee and Shin Pads https://www.amazon.com/G-Form-Elite-Knee-Shin-Guards-Pair/dp/B07CKVQY71/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=gform+knee+shin&qid=1558938660&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spell

Kali Protective Strike Knee Pads https://www.amazon.com/Kali-Protectives-Strike-Guard-Black/dp/B078KMP4WY/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Kali+protective+strike&qid=1558939636&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Bell Downhill Full Face https://www.bellhelmets.com/super-dh-mips/p/7101462

Cheaper Bell Full Face (with removable chin bar) https://www.bellhelmets.com/en/super-3r-mips/p/7101497

Even Cheaper Bell Full Face https://www.bellhelmets.com/en/sanction/p/7102816

Leatt DBX 5.5 Neck Brace https://www.amazon.com/Leatt-Brace-Black-Large-X-Large/dp/B00GUTOB78/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=Leatt+neck+brace&qid=1558939345&s=gateway&sr=8-5

I dont have any elbow guards, but just recently tried out two different knee guards. I'm 6' even. 255lbs.

17.750" (45.09cm) 4" below knee
21.5" (54.61cm) 4" above knee

Guards are a little hard to come by in that size. I've tried two types of knee guards.

Leatt Airflex Pro (XXL)
This fit well and provides a basic level of protection. The pad on the knee is pretty thin, but should protect against most things other than landing on a sharp rock or something. It also has some nice pads on the top and sides of the knee. Unfortunately, one of the guards started to rip in two places after only 4 rides. So I sent it in for warranty consideration.

Amazon Leatt Link

POC Joint VPD 2.0 (XL)
This one fit well, although a little tight. It felt much more substantial in the protection dept. The pad is like a thick hard memory foam. It covers the the knee and a good portion of the shin. It also has an extra pad on top and the main pad is fairly wide, which adds a little bit of side protection. The downsides are that it's a bit warmer than the Airflex and the material in the back tends to bunch up. I've only had one ride in these. The negatives are definitely noticeable, but I didnt really mind it after getting warmed up. I much prefer having them on. I really like how substantial the protection feels. Much better than the Leatt, while not going to the hardshell cap extreme.

Amazon POC Link

Maybe urban cyclists need to adopt full face helmets. I know that they look silly and add weight but losing teeth makes you lighter in a painful way example

I have this one. very sturdy.

Ah! Yes. Then you need brake pads for v brakes, linear pull brakes.

Kool-Stop Dual Compound Mountain Pads for Linear Pull Brakes Threaded,Black/Salmon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CLSWKQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XFsKDb119BBTN

Anything like this. Personally, i like the pads that have removable inserts. They arent that much more and replacing shoes are a lot easier since you dont have to muck with positioning.

Kool Stop Bicycle V-Type Holder with Brake Pads (Dual Compound) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001T35RSC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PHsKDbR6NBC2N

Velo orange make a set. Clarks. Avid. Really any brand has a decent product like this.

really good /cheap full face if you drop the visor off FlashNA01 has one and looks great.

https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Sanction-Bike-Helmet-Retina/dp/B01KP7J9E0/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1524797516&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=bell+sanction+helmet&psc=1

Yes. Bell Drop. Good airflow.

http://www.amazon.com/Bell-2008339-Drop-Bike-Helmet/dp/B001GAOLQ2

I'm not going to bother searching but I have a bookmark for a bell drop at 110NZD. That's 90USD. You should surely be able to find one for around 60-70USD.

Edit: I lied. I could be bothered http://www.amazon.com/Bell-2008339-Drop-Bike-Helmet/dp/B001GAOLQ2


Edit Again: Seems like I underestimated the cost of this helmet , and I seemingly just found an NZ site with a strangely good deal.

Bike cables are made from stranded spun wires that will stretch slightly with use (it's sort of like a ponytail that's kinda loose when tied and gets thin and long when you tug on it, except brake cables are made of metal), which is why bike shops generally offer a free tune-up after the first few months of ownership. It might be time to go through that Park Tool guide anyway.

If you want to upgrade pads, the most popularly recommended pads are Kool Stop in the salmon-colored material. I found these, but I've never used the half-salmon "dual compound" ones before. https://www.amazon.com/Kool-Stop-Bicycle-V-Type-Compound/dp/B001T35RSC

Try Koolstop pads.

https://www.amazon.com/Kool-Stop-Bicycle-V-Type-Compound/dp/B001T35RSC/ref=pd_sim_468_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3C7GR52P66SJXC90SMXY

re-post from silverfish:

Re: cheap FULLFACE helmets?!!!
"I've gotten a Bell Sanction. Very light and affordable, but I had to make my own visor. Runs a size smaller, so if you wear a M for other helmets, get an L."

According to amazon it "weighs just 950 grams"

As an added bonus it looks pretty sick without the visor.

>Agree, Great Helmet, the great price is a bonus, Cheaper w/out the goggles...
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>Demon Podium

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Demon United Podium Full Face Helmet black/Lrg https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079XR43BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UpVbBbCQZNB83

I just got this one in the mail in anticipation of eventually getting my Raptor 2 shipped to me. It's super lightweight and has pretty good ventilation. I definitely like the look of the downhill mountain bike helmets a lot more than something like the TSG Pass.

If you're not trying to break the bank, this is what I went with. https://www.amazon.com/Demon-United-Podium-Helmet-black/dp/B079XP9Q32/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525452397&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=Podium+demon&psc=1

Definitely makes me feel safer than the bike helmet I was using before.

Well alright, I'll consider myself lucky for making it out unharmed. Definitely looking into protective options now.

The pricing seems a bit odd on things... $120 for a suit of armor or $200 for a t-shirt and some foam. I figure since I don't have a pair of elbow pads if I can get something that is the full upper body (including elbows) that'd be pretty neat.

Seth of Seth's bike hacks just did a mini review on these.

Kali Protectives Strike Knee/Shin Guard

Either is overkill if you're not into downhill, both in price and also heavy helmets are not fun to wear.
I can vouch for the [Bell Sanction full-face] (http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Sanction-BMX-Downhill-Helmet/dp/B00479MYE0) as a worthy alternative: it costs the third of these and is lighter. Read the reviews on Amazon.

Sure!

I wear a Bell Drop on my noggin, with a Drift Stealth 2 attached up top and a Cygolite Expilion 850 on the side and a bunch of reflective tape all over it. On the back of my head is a Cygolite Hotrod.

On my bod I've got a SixSixOne Rage Pressure Suit, and an Ergodyne Assault hi-viz MOLLE vest.

On days when I need my laptop, I bring along an Ortlieb 20L Velocity backpack.

On the vest I wear a Boombotix Rex, a 26" folding baton, an air horn, my cell phone case, and a Sharpee marker. If I'm not wearing a backpack, I wear a MOLLE pouch for my toolkit and another for my rain gear mounted to the back of the vest. I wear another Hotrod back there, too.

I also keep a Cygolite Dash 450 on my bars in flashing mode, and a second Stealth 2 mounted off my seatpost pointed backwards.

My jeans are swrve slim cuts.

I wear a Mixed Works Lark on my waist for wallet/misc, and for a waterproof place for my phone in case it rains; that's where I keep my Kryptonite as well.

Generic biking gloves, and the shoes are Specialized, but I don't know the model/make (bought them off Ebay).