Mountain bike helmets and full-face helmets
Our selection of MTB Helmets includes models from Sweet Protection, Lazer, IXS, Abus, Leatt, Giro, Smith, Met, Kali Protectives, Fly Racing, 7iDP, Seven, Optimiz, P2R and Polisport: open helmets for cross-country and trail, enduro helmets, and full-face helmets for downhill, available in both adult and child sizes.
The right protection for every terrain.
According to its discipline
The MTB helmet is chosen according to the discipline. For cross-country and recreational riding, an open, lightweight and well-ventilated helmet is sufficient. For trail and enduro, we prefer a helmet with a shell that extends over the neck and temples, like the Sweet Protection Ripper or the IXS Trigger, with an adjustable visor. For downhill and bike parks, a full-face helmet with a chin guard is essential, like the Giro Insurgent or the IXS Xult.
The rest of the equipment
MTB gear also comes in:
All the gear can be found on the equipment page.
Protection technologies
In addition to the shell, modern helmets incorporate systems against oblique impacts, the most common during falls. The MIPS system, found on models like Sweet Protection Dissenter, Smith Engage, Met Crossover or Abus Moventor, allows the shell to slide slightly around the head to limit brain rotations. Lazer has developed its own technology, KinetiCore, made of foam blocks that deform upon impact, featured in the Jackal and Tonic.
Child, size and adjustment
For young riders, full-face helmets like the Kali Protectives Maya and Abus YouDrop protect in bike parks, while open helmets Polisport and Abus, with occipital adjustment, accommodate rides. Measure your head circumference just above the eyebrows to choose your size; the helmet should fit snugly, cover the forehead, and the strap should sit just under the chin. Replace it after any serious fall, even without visible damage.
Good deals
Great bargains can also be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The key dates of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.
Frequently asked questions
Which MTB helmet should I choose for enduro?
For enduro and trail, opt for a helmet with a shell that extends over the neck and temples, with an adjustable visor, like the Sweet Protection Ripper or the IXS Trigger. It provides better protection than an open cross-country helmet.
When is a full-face helmet essential?
In downhill and bike parks, a full-face helmet with a chin guard is essential: it protects the face and jaw during high-speed falls. It is also required in many gravity competitions.
How does a helmet protect against rotational impacts?
Some helmets incorporate an internal layer that slides slightly during an oblique impact, to reduce the rotational forces transmitted to the brain. This is a valuable feature, as falls are rarely perfectly vertical.
How do I find the right size of MTB helmet?
Measure your head circumference just above the eyebrows with a flexible measuring tape and choose the corresponding size. The helmet should fit snugly without moving even before tightening the dial, with the strap going under the ears.
When should I replace my bike helmet?
After a fall or impact, even without visible damage, as the foam only absorbs energy once. If there's no incident, replace it after a few years, as polystyrene ages over time.
