Beginner + Buyer Guides

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25 Jun
Can You Mix Gear Brands in Motocross? (What Works and What Looks Weird)
By Cole Lombardi

There are no rules against mixing gear brands in motocross — not from the AMA, not from any race series. The real considerations are...

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Alpinestars
Buyer Guide
dirt bike gear guide
first time rider guide
fox racing
24 Jun
Best Fox Racing Gear Combos for 2026: 180, Flexair, and Ranger Compared
By Cole Lombardi

Fox Racing makes three distinct gear lines for 2026, and the right one depends entirely on how you ride. This guide compares the 180,...

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Fox Racing 360 Gear
Fox Racing adv
Fox Racing Helmets
Fox Racing Jerseys
Fox Racing Ranger Gear
22 Jun
Troy Lee Designs 2026 Motocross Gear: What's New and What's Worth It
By Cole Lombardi

The Troy Lee Designs 2026 motocross gear lineup brings updated colorways and factory-spec construction across the SE Ultra and SE Pro lines. This guide...

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2026 Gear Guide
dirt bike gear guide
tld
troy lee designs
18 Jun
Best Alpinestars Motocross Helmets for 2026: SM5, SM7, SM10, and Which Is Right for You
By Cole Lombardi

Alpinestars makes two distinct MX helmet lines in 2026 and choosing between them matters. This guide breaks down the SM5 and the Supertech M10...

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Alpinestars
Alpinestars helmet
Alpinestars S-M10
Alpinestars S-M5
Alpinestars S-M7
17 Jun
Leatt 4.5 vs 5.5 Boots: What's the Difference and Is It Worth Upgrading?
By Cole Lombardi

Leatt's 4.5 and 5.5 FlexLock boots are both serious pieces of riding gear, but they are built and certified differently. This guide breaks down...

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Leatt
Leatt 4.5 Boots
LEATT 5-5 FLEXLOCK
Leatt boots
15 Jun
6D ATR-3 vs Shoei VFX-EVO: Premium Helmet Showdown 2026
By Cole Lombardi

The 6D ATR-3 and Shoei VFX-EVO are both top-tier motocross helmets, but they are built around completely different protection philosophies. This breakdown covers ODS...

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6D ATR-3 Helmet
beginner motocross helmets
shoei vfx-evo
13 Jun
Fox Racing Flexair vs Ranger Pants: Which Fits Better for Trail Riders?
By Cole Lombardi

Fox Racing makes two very different pants for two very different riders. The Flexair is built for the MX track, the Ranger is built...

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Fox Racing Helmets
Fox Racing Jerseys
Fox Racing Sizes
Fox V3 RS
09 Jun
Fox Racing 2026 Gear Lineup: Everything New This Year
By Cole Lombardi

The Fox Racing 2026 lineup covers every rider from first-time track days to podium finishes. This guide breaks down the Flexair gear combos, the...

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Fox Racing Helmets
Fox Racing Jerseys
Fox Racing Sizes
Fox V3 RS
08 Jun
Bell MX-10 vs Moto-10: Is the Price Difference Worth It?
By Cole Lombardi

The Bell MX-10 MIPS starts at $203.99 and delivers DOT and ECE 22.06 protection with a standard MIPS liner. The Bell Moto-10 Spherical starts...

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Bell Helmets
Bell Moto 10
Bell Moto 10 Spherical Helmet
best motocross helmets
motocross helmets
06 Jun
Best Motocross Knee Braces for 2026 (Hinged, Soft, and Budget Picks)
By Cole Lombardi

The best motocross knee braces for 2026 cover every budget and riding level, from CE-certified soft guards under $50 to premium forged carbon hinged...

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Asterisk
dirt bike protective gear
Knee Braces
Knee Guards vs Braces
knee guards vs knee braces
Leatt
motocross protection
Motocross Protection Tips
Pod MX
Protective Gear
05 Jun
Alpinestars MX26 Gear: Complete 2026 Collection Breakdown
By Cole Lombardi

Alpinestars MX26 gear is the brand's full 2026 motocross lineup, covering everything from the race-spec Supertech M10 helmet to entry-level Fluid jerseys. BTO Sports...

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best motocross boots
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Motocross Gear 2026
supercross gear combos
04 Jun
Fox V3 RS vs Alpinestars SM10: Which Is Worth the Premium?
By Cole Lombardi

The Fox V3 RS and the Alpinestars Supertech M10 are the two most-compared premium motocross helmets on the market. Both use carbon shells, both...

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Alpinestars
Buyer Guide
fox racing
Fox V3 RS
Off-Road Helmet Comparison
Premium Helmets
SM10