Protection

[Jim77]

I am just getting into MTBing and was wondering what you would advise a beginner wearing for protection? Or is is a helmet enough?

 

[maurice]

Helmet, and full finger gloves unless it's really hot. (this won't be an issue for another 9 months)

Glasses can be a good idea, especially if your riding through mud/standing water.

Body armour is a bit overkill, only really worth it if you're pushing yourself on rocky terrain in my opinion.

 

[Jim77]

What about knee / elbow protectors?

 

[MichaelM]

I'd agree with Maurice. You won't really need elbow/knee guards untill you start riding more rocky terrain.

 

[sheddy]

http://www.durexworld.com/default.asp

 

[Ludwig]

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