Skate Pads and Helmets

Helmets for Juniors

Helmets are one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can buy.   If your helmet does not fit properly, it will not protect your head as well as it was intended.   Helmets come in a variety of styles and shape.   You can find a wide variety of helmets at the following link:   Kona Sports - Helmets
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Helmet Sizing
Be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines to make sure the helmet fits snugly and gives you the most protection.

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Pads for Juniors

Quality skateboard pads are tough to find for JUNIORS. Be sure to avoid poor-fitting pads. Here are a few popular JUNIOR pad sets for the younger crowd.


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ProTec Street Gear Junior 3-pack Pad Set. The pro-tec street series junior protective pad 3-pack gives you support and coverage where you need it with one pair each of knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards. They're crafted with durable fabrics, EVA cup foam, and polycarbonate caps.   'Beginner' and 'Intermediate' skaters.



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Eight Ball High Impact Junior Protective Pad Set - Offers the best defense against unfriendly asphalt, Eight Ball pads are sleek, comfortable and durable.   'Beginner' and 'Intermediate' skaters.




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The 187 FLY Knee Pads and Elbow Pads come in XS (extra-Small) sizes and are probably the best pads available for the price.  These are great for JUNIOR 'Intermediate' and 'Advanced' skaters who ride half-pipes, pools, or any large terrain where falling from heights of 8 feet to 10 feet are frequent. These are also beneficial when falling at a higher rate of speed.    The One Eighty Seven (The187) manufactures one of the best quality professional knee and elbow pads in the industry. These are worn by Tony Hawk, Andy McDonald and many other big name professionals. The XS sizes are only available in the 'Fly' series pads which work well for JUNIOR skaters.   Look for 'The 187 'FLY' Elbow and Knee Pads at www.TailTap.Com
FLY pads are:
•Same quality materials & craftsmanship as Pro Knee Pads.
•Designed for excellent flexibility & comfort.
•Constructed of ultra high strength ballistic nylon.
•Double stitching for durability.
•Super thick caps.
JUNIOR size 'Intermediate' and 'Advanced' skaters'.


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