Safety Gear reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 118 Reddit reviews across 25 subreddits and 42 posts to rank the best Safety Gear brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Rollerskating, r/ElectricUnicycle, r/ElectricSkateboarding, r/onewheel, r/OldSkaters. Top-rated brands include Helmet (5.0/5), S1 (5.0/5), TSG (4.8/5).
Stats
Reviews118
Subreddits25
Posts42
Brands90
Products40
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#1
Helmet
5.0
(5)
"If youre on wheels, you should never not be wearing at LEAST a helmet."
"I always wear a helmet, wrist guards, and knee pads."
"Wearing a helmet isn’t glamorous, but being unable to properly function for weeks isn’t worth it."
"A helmet is a must. Do your research and find one that fits properly."
"If nothing else, get a helmet."
#2
S1
5.0
(5)
"S1 Lifer helmet, 187 Killer pads (wrist, knees, elbows), and Tortoise padded shorts! My go-to gear setup from the start."
"I love the S1s. I have thick thighs and calves. The S1s fit really well without leaving too much space in the knee area."
"S1 helmet
Pads - 187 Killer pads or S1"
"I love my S1 Lifer."
"S1 knee pads (pricey but worth every penny)"
#3
TSG
4.8
(5)
"Do yourself a favor and just get the TSG Pass Pro."
"People frequently recommend the TSG Pass."
"If I’m riding any longer distances or at a park or something I’ll wear my closed face TSG Pass Pro helmet."
"The gear that currently I use and can highly recommend: TSG Pass Pro, Leatt Dual Axis knee/shin guards, Lazyrolling Armored Soft Hoodie."
"I however have a tsg pass full face cause I like the look."
#4
Triple 8
4.6
(5)
"Comfiest one I own. Make sure whatever helmet you get is certified tho."
"Triple 8 pads pack off amazon. Good stuff, dirt cheap."
"Triple 8 is my go to. You cannot go wrong with any of their gear."
"I have the Triple 8 rubber unisex helmet which is really good."
"I always roll with a basic Triple 8 helmet, but other helmets in this class are just fine."
#5
Protective Gear
5.0
(3)
"I always wear my gear and its saved me many times."
"I would suggest protective gears, yes."
"If u have a job and need to make money wear protective gear."
#6
Fox
5.0
(3)
"My daughter wears a Fox ProFrame."
"Get a full face helmet. Fox mountain bike helmets are lightweight and breathable."
"I've been using the fox proframe helmet and so far no complaint."
#7
Wrist Guards
4.3
(3)
"Wrist guards. Even if you don't want to wear a helmet or knee pads you really need wrist guards."
"I always wear at least wrist guards and light knee pads."
"I need reliable use of my hands for work so I always wear wristguards."
#8
Noxgear
4.3
(3)
"Noxgear tracer + clip in chest light."
"I always wear my Noxgear Tracer2 LED vest, its great. It has usb C charging, very bright, comfortable, great battery life."
"Unpopular opinion: Noxgear pales in comparison to other options."
#9
Knee Pads
5.0
(2)
"I always wear knee pads and wrist guards outside, sometimes a helmet if I know there will be hills."
"The most important factors are shoes, knee pads, gloves, helmet."
#10
Motorcycle Helmet
5.0
(2)
"If you plan on riding fast switch out the MTB helmet for an ECE motorcycle helmet."
"You need an actual motorcycle helmet."
#11
Triple Eight
5.0
(2)
"I recommend the triple 8 helmets."
"Triple 8 is great and reliable, and a pretty good price as well."
#12
Dovetail
5.0
(2)
"Dovetail has 00. I love them when I’m doing industrial work."
"Dovetail workwear has coveralls. It’s a women-owned company and they have a bunch of sizes."
#13
3M Safety Glasses
5.0
(1)
"I reckon some gloves are important too, as are safety glasses if you're getting under a car."
#14
SureFire EP5
5.0
(1)
"For ear pro, I use SureFire EP5s for pistols and Peltor Sport 500 for rifles."
#15
Peltor Sport 500
5.0
(1)
"For ear pro, I use SureFire EP5s for pistols and Peltor Sport 500 for rifles."
#16
3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Respirator 6501
5.0
(1)
"I have used one of those 3m models for many years and they are very common and have been tested and are trustworthy."
#17
Hog Dog Gear
5.0
(1)
"Hog hunting vests and collars!"
#18
Coyote Vest
5.0
(1)
"Coyote vests, and they come in a myriad of designs to protect a dog from being attacked by a predatory animal."
#19
Revzilla
5.0
(1)
"Gloves are important. You can find them at a bike shop/online."
#20
Dainese
5.0
(1)
"Dainese motorcycle jacket and Leatt Dual-axis knee pads."
#21
O'Neal
5.0
(1)
"O'Neal knee/shin pads."
#22
Bell
5.0
(1)
"Bell Broozer FF helmet, Alpine bionic body armour, O'Neal knee/shin pads."
#23
ICON
5.0
(1)
"I use the ICON Airflite, Alpinestars SMX-1 Air V2 gloves, Dainese motorcycle jacket and Leatt Dual-axis knee pads."
#24
Triple8
5.0
(1)
"A helmet is by far the most important. I personally am a full gear person."
#25
Cycle Gear
5.0
(1)
"I found her gloves and a helmet at the local cycle gear."
#26
Crash Pads
5.0
(1)
"On the trail and for roller derby I'm in full gear, Steaks crash pads, knees, elbows, wrist, head."
#27
M1 Helmet
5.0
(1)
"I feel very safe. Nothing too crazy, not too heavy, but secure."
#28
Moxi
5.0
(1)
"The Moxi Thick Set is popular."
#29
Nobleman
5.0
(1)
"I enjoy my Nobleman TK02."
#30
RevZilla
5.0
(1)
"Just go to RevZilla. If you're in the states don't just go with a DOT."
#31
Windrock Knee Pads
5.0
(1)
"Knee pads for sure."
#32
Generic Chest Protector and Knee Pads
5.0
(1)
"Get a chest protector and knee pads at a minimum."
#33
Generic Helmet
5.0
(1)
"If you don't want to wear anything, at least wear a helmet."
#34
Generic Snowboarding Padded Shorts
5.0
(1)
"I bought some snowboarding padded shorts. Not too bulky, but a lifesaver."
#35
Grit
5.0
(1)
"Recommended siya for safety."
#36
Bubble Shorts
5.0
(1)
"Get the best gear you can afford to for now."
#37
Komine SK-625
5.0
(1)
"If may budget, I highly recommend yung armored top inner top wear."
#38
Generic Airbag Vest
5.0
(1)
"If you're planning to crash at 55 mph and come out without major injuries I would go higher, airbag vest, ECE rated helmet."
#39
Generic Motorcycle Jackets
5.0
(1)
"Look for motorcycle jackets - they come in all forms, they are really thought through and it is the fastest way to put on half of your gear."
#40
Flexmeter Wrist Guards
5.0
(1)
"Sadly, the Flexmeter wrist guards are the most comfortable, most protective, and most expensive."
#41
Generic Wrist Guards and Knee Pads
5.0
(1)
"Until you’re really confident, wear wrist guards and knee pads."
#42
Generic Full Face Helmet and Wrist Guards
5.0
(1)
"A full face helmet (life saving) and wrist guards (the most commonly broken bones) are a good start."
#43
Generic Helmet and Armored Shirt
5.0
(1)
"Helmet and wrist-guards are essential."
#44
Generic Protective Gear Combo
5.0
(1)
"Standard gear is knee pad, elbow pad, wrist guard, and helmet."
#45
Jessi Combs Welding Gloves/Jacket
5.0
(1)
"Found Jessi Combs has a line for women that's actually good quality."
#46
Lazy Rolling Performance Hoodie
5.0
(1)
"I got the performance hoodie from lazy rolling."
#47
Komine
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend yung armored top inner top wear na gamit ko - Komine SK-625."
#48
187 Killer Pads
5.0
(1)
"187 Killer Pads, especially the pro knee."
#49
187
5.0
(1)
"If you are planning on skating vert/bowls at all i would suggest getting some 187 knee pads pro."
#50
Demon
5.0
(1)
"I bought the Demon Podium helmet for around $100 off of Amazon and I really like the fit and its comfortable."
#51
Giro
5.0
(1)
"I'm getting 2 sets of the triple eight pack of knee, elbow and wrist guards and a full face helmet, probably the Giro MIPS Switchblade."
#52
ECE
5.0
(1)
"I wear motorcycle-rated gear. ECE22.06 full-face helmets, CE2 armor/pads."
#53
BMX
5.0
(1)
"Probably just a helmet and wrist guards. Ideally a full face bmx helmet to protect your jaw in case of a fall."
#54
Motorcycle Pants
5.0
(1)
"And I'd definitely get motorcycle pants if you haven't already."
#55
Full Face Shield
5.0
(1)
"IMO a full face shield when using an angle grinder is a no brainer."
#56
Solace
4.0
(1)
"Has hip knee and tailbone protection."
#57
Ride Equisafe
4.0
(1)
"Highly recommend when trying to pick out an air vest."
#58
Keen
4.0
(1)
"Consider buying some Keen sandals. You'll get some nice airiness, but they have toe protection and fit quite securely."
#59
PW50
4.0
(1)
"Buy them a pw50. Don’t take them on your bike."
#60
Youth Motorcycle Gear
4.0
(1)
"Google youth motorcycle gear. It won't be as easy to find as youth mx gear."
#61
Alpinestars
4.0
(1)
"I was looking at some Alpinestar SMX-1 Air V2 gloves. I know those should be decent considering Alpinestar’s reputation."
#62
Leatt
4.0
(1)
"For knee pads, the best one that comes to mind is the Leatt Dual Axis."
#63
elbow pads
4.0
(1)
"Elbow pads and knee pads is what I would recommend and then a helmet obviously."
#64
Demon Podium
4.0
(1)
"Demon Podium (Amazon)"
#65
Airoh Motocross Helmet
4.0
(1)
"I just wear an Airoh motocross helmet."
#66
100% Elbow Pads
4.0
(1)
"I like the 100% elbow.. Surpass I think is the model name."
#67
Leatt Knee Pads
4.0
(1)
"2nd on the leatt knee pads."
#68
Amazon
4.0
(1)
"A good comfortable helmet from Amazon or the like and a set of pads."
#69
Pro-tec
4.0
(1)
"I use the Pro-tec brand pads (wrist guards, elbow/knee pads)."
#70
DOT Full Face Helmet
4.0
(1)
"DOT full face helmet motocross helmet standard wrist elbow knee pads"
#71
Triple 8 Gotham Helmet
4.0
(1)
"Ditch the onewheel branding on the triple 8. You can get a triple 8 gotham helmet for $90 CAD."
#72
Generic Elbow and Knee Pads
4.0
(1)
"At the park I use elbows and knees, something decently rugged."
#73
Generic Helmet and Wrist Guards
4.0
(1)
"Minimum helmet and wrist guards."
#74
Pro-Tec Elbow and Knee Pads
4.0
(1)
"IMO Protecs all the way."
#75
187 Elbow/Knee/Wrist Guards
4.0
(1)
"I have the 187 set of elbows/knees/wrist guards and they do just fine!"
#76
Carhartt
4.0
(1)
"Carhartt makes smaller sizes. i've had the best luck with them."
#77
Covergalls
4.0
(1)
"I've never tried them myself but some of my local tradie ladies really love them."
#78
Nobleman Tech
4.0
(1)
"I wear noblemantech they got super low profile pads."
#79
Demon Jacket with D30
4.0
(1)
"So I bought a jacket from demon with d30- think they are from salt lake."
#80
Icon Mesh Jacket
4.0
(1)
"Brand was icon I think from Oregon."
#81
Bell Super Air R Helmet
4.0
(1)
"I got a bell super air R helmet. Both seem good."
#82
Bosoner
4.0
(1)
"I got some Bosoner wrist guards from Amazon and they are good."
#83
Hackett
4.0
(1)
"I don't remember the brand but my daughter wears a level II armored Hackett."
#84
Dirtbike Helmet
4.0
(1)
"Most people go with a dirtbike helmet since aero isn't as important and ventilation is nice."
#85
Mountain Biking Helmets
4.0
(1)
"Mountain biking helmets are good, they're lightweight and provide good protection."
#86
Skateboard Helmet
4.0
(1)
"A good skateboard helmet and solid pair of wrist guards at the minimum."
#87
Helmet and Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend a good helmet and gloves (wrist guards are also good) and depending on your confidence, elbow and knee guards."
#88
Massif
3.0
(1)
"My boyfriend suggested massif.com. they have a lot of fr stuff but its hella expensive."
#89
Generic Safety Gear
3.0
(1)
"Just go to a hardware store and get saftefy glasses, a plastic face sheild, thin-ish gloves, a respirator, and ear protection."
#90
Temu
1.0
(1)
"Do not buy a helmet, even a “name” brand from Temu, Aliexpress, etc."
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