Little Rippers | The right gear for your young rider
For parents of young riders

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The right gear for your young rider.

Every Thursday: one piece of kids dirt bike gear, how to size it, and our picks at three prices. Help your kid ride safer and have more fun.

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What you get each month

Gear, stores, and a kid boss

Short and useful. About seven emails a month.

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Little Rippers

One piece of gear each week: what it does, how to size it, and picks at three prices.

Every Thursday
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The Pit Stop

Youth gear brands and stores we trust, with what they do best.

Twice a month
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Start your kid's business

Once a month: how a kid turned dirt biking into a business, and how yours could too.

Once a month

Inside every Thursday

Four parts. Three minutes.

Part 1
The Gear

What it is and how it keeps your kid safe.

Part 2
Size It Right

How to measure and fit it, so they don't outgrow it in a month.

Part 3
Our Picks

Good, better and best, for every budget.

Part 4
Weekend Ride Tip

One easy tip to make Saturday's ride safer and more fun.

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The First Gear Checklist

What to buy first, in order. How to size it. Real picks at three prices.

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HelmetBuy this first, and buy it new. Never use a helmet that has been in a crash.

Size it right
Measure around their head, just above the eyebrows. It should feel snug, with no wobble when they shake their head. You should fit only 2 fingers under the chin strap. Look for a DOT sticker.
Our picks
GoodO'Neal 2Series Youth
BetterFly Racing Kinetic Youth
BestFox Racing V1 Youth
2

GogglesThey keep dirt and rocks out of their eyes.

Size it right
Try them on with the helmet. The goggles should sit flat with no gap at the top, and the strap should hold snug without pinching.
Our picks
GoodFly Racing Focus Youth
BetterFox Racing Main Youth
Best100% Strata Mini
3

BootsReal moto boots protect ankles and feet. Sneakers don't.

Size it right
Try them on with thick riding socks. Their toes should not touch the end, and the boot should not slide when they walk.
Our picks
GoodO'Neal Element Youth
BetterFox Racing Comp Youth
BestAlpinestars Tech 3S Youth
4

Chest protectorBlocks rocks and roost from other bikes, and helps in a fall.

Size it right
It should cover from the collarbone to the bottom of the ribs and not slide around when they lean forward on the bike.
Our picks
GoodFly Racing Youth roost guard
BetterLeatt youth chest protector
BestAlpinestars Bionic Action Kickstart
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Gloves, knee guards, jersey and pantsBetter grip, fewer scrapes, and they look like a real racer.

Size it right
Gloves: snug fingers with no extra at the tips. Knee guards: stay in place when they squat. Pants: room to bend over knee guards.
Our picks
GoodFly Racing Kinetic Youth set
BetterFox Racing 180 Youth set
BestTroy Lee Designs GP Youth set

Prices change, so we don't list them. Always ride with an adult nearby, and follow the bike maker's age and size rules.

Who sends it

Meet the founder

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Roman

Founder, Little Rippers

Roman loves dirt biking. He wanted to figure out how to turn it into a business. So we started this newsletter, found sponsors, shared the gear we love with affiliate links, and built a real business. This is it.

Questions

Who is this for?

Parents of kids who ride dirt bikes, from their first 50cc to their first race.

Do you only pick expensive gear?

No. Every pick comes at three prices: good, better and best. Kids grow fast, so we help you spend smart.

Can my kid sign up?

This one is for parents. Grown-ups sign up, and you can share the picks with your rider.

How often will you email me?

About seven times a month: four gear picks on Thursdays, two Pit Stop picks, and one note on helping your kid start a business.

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