Protection

Skate Protection

All the skate and scooter protective gear you need is right here at Skate Sale. We stock protective helmets, pad sets and gloves designed for use with Heelys & skate and scooter equipment.

With protection for skating equipment from brands including Bullet, SFR, Anarchy, Triple Eight, Smith, Bell, Pro-Tec and many more.

Roller Skate Helmet Information

Your Skating Helmet is a vital piece of equipment designed to protect your head in the event of an accident. To get the best protection your helmet must be able to provide the best fit possible. A badly fitting helmet can come off in an accident, at exactly the moment you most need it, even if the chin strap is done up.

Always remember - Helmets are produced in a range of sizes to satisfy a mass market. Your head shape and size are unique to you, so take time to use the following tips when selecting your new helmet:

First have your head size measured before you try any helmet on. Measure around the fullest part of your head just above the ears, taking the measurement at the forehead. The measurement will correspond to a particular size in the model range you are interested in. This is a good starting point! If you want a particular brand or model, do not be tempted to go for another size if yours is out of stock - wait and get the correct size! You can always call Skate Sale for size advice.

Once you have your size, place the helmet firmly onto your head. Secure the chin strap so that you can fit two fingers between it and your jaw. If the helmet comes with a quick release buckle please ensure you take time to adjust the strap. Once fitted, you should be able to feel the inside of the helmet against all parts of your head, without feeling 'pressure points' or it leaving red marks. Once you are happy wear the helmet for a few minutes to make sure it is comfortable.

With the strap secured, try rotating the helmet from side to side. Next tilt the helmet forward and back. It should stay in position and not move. If it slips forward or back it is unlikely to be the correct size.

Finally, check that the helmet won't easily come off in an accident. Tilt your head forward and have someone try to roll your helmet off your head by carefully applying an upward force to the rear of the helmet at its base. If you can roll if off with the chinstrap done up it will be sure to come off in an accident!

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Buying a second hand helmet is never recommended. There may be damage you can't see. You are also less likely to get the right fit. Remember at Skate Sale we take safety seriously and if you have an questions or comments about your new helmet please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team.

Helmet returns:

If you have purchased a helmet in the wrong size we will be happy to exchange the helmet providing it has not be used. Exchanges will be of the same price of purchase and where the price is greater the purchaser will pay the difference. Skate Sale regret we can not give refunds or exchanges on used helmets as we never re-sell a used helmet in case it has been damaged.