New on the scene as of fall 2021, Smith’s debut into youth bike helmets is a BIG success. The Smith Wilder Jr. and Zip Jr. are smaller versions of Smith’s adult helmets. They boast the same exceptional quality, same super cool styling, and same highly-adjustable fit system. 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. 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. The Giro Scamp adjusts via the chin straps and a rear dial-adjust. We love the dial-adjusts on kids helmets as they help get the fit just right, and allow the helmet to grow as your child does.

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.

Full Technical Specs of the Giro Scamp

Are you concerned about your child face-planting at high speeds on their balance bike? If you’re looking to prevent a trip to the dentist for this reason, a toddler-friendly full-face helmet like the Strider ST R is an excellent choice. The interior pads are typically machine-washable, so wash them occasionally to prevent odor from building up. Don’t put them in the dryer, though, since that will break them down fast. Let them air dry instead. 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. 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

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. We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.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. 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. Giro Scamp comes with an option for MIPS and non-MIPS. Depending on your budget and climate, you can always make a choice. Of course, the Giro Scamp MIPS version is expensive compared to the Giro Scamp Non-MIPS version. The latter is excellent for hot climates. All in all, the Scamp helmet is a great safety tool. Call it the safest helmet for toddlers, babies, and children! Regarding sizing, one would argue that Micro Scooter and Nutty Nutcase helmets are best for smaller heads. However, the two are only suitable for head sizes from 48 cm onwards. The Giro Scamp MIPS helmet comes with an extra small size suitable for head circumferences from 45-49 cm. 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.