You finally got an ATV for the kids and yourself. You are ready for some fun. Whether it is a quad (4-wheeler), dirt bike, or even a side by side; you need safety gear first.

The very first thing you need are ATV helmets. There are kids ATV helmets, toddler atv helmets, and adult size. Atv helmets for sale, can be found at all motorcycle stores near your home, or you can buy on line. It is a better idea to go with your local store to get a correct fit on youth and toddler atv helmets. The helmet is supposed to fit snug, so that when you move your head from side to side the helmet does not move, but not so tight that it is uncomfortable. Youth atv helmets are usually for ages four to about seven, depending upon the size of the child. You must careful with the smaller children, as the helmet may be too heavy, making them unsafe to wear.

ATV helmets for sale, are available from many different makes, styles, and safety features. Kids atv helmets can start at $39.99, and go up to $800.00. It is according to your needs. A competition rider needs ATV helmets that are geared to save you, as they crash harder than most. These come in youth atv helmets sizing, as well as adult size.

The next very important safety gear is proper boots. These are a must to protect your feet and ankles. Again, they come in varying pricing, sizing, and safety levels according to your specific need. The lowest regular priced off-road boot out there now is $109.00, but can go up as high as $700.00. The boots protect you from rocks, tree branches, and broken ankles. Yes, they cost a little, but it’s much cheaper than an emergency room visit and loos of fun on the vehicle for a while.

Gloves are another must have. You can get a good pair for $25.00, that will protect your knuckles from branches also. You must get a good fit, not loose, or you will get blisters, and not have a good grip on the handle bars. There are several other safety needs, according to your aggressiveness while riding. Neck braves as low as $35.00 on up to $600.00, are to help prevent possible paralysis. There are pants too, that have leather on the inside of legs to prevent burns from mufflers.

The pants are also designed for muddy adventures. The mud never comes out of regular jeans. Another very important safety need, is a chest protector. These are not only to protect you from tree branches out in the woods, but also when you are on the track or field. It saves your chest, if you should hit the handle bars. It is a good idea to have these, because as we all know, “an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure”. Do yourself a favor, heed this advice.