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XION SKATE HELMETS & PROTECTION 2024 PREVIEW
Retail Buyers Guide: Skate Helmets & Protection 2024 Retail Buyer’s Guide
Brand: XION
Interviewee: SKATE HELMETS & PROTECTION 2024 Preview
What trends are you noticing in boardsport protection for 2024?
We see a trend moving forward of buying back protectors and shorts that cover the coccyx.
What are your main price points for next season in helmets, pads, protectors?
For protectors our entry point for back protectors is 149€ and shorts 139€
How is skate participation developing and how important is protection to new riders?
We see skate customers prioritize their safety more and also they are looking for more protection than the head knees, and elbows.
What are your main stories in terms of protective technologies for 2024?
We continue to use D3O as the best impact absorbing material on the market. In combination with our high qualitive fabrics and production in Europe we offer an ultimate base layer protection.
How are you communicating safety certification and is it a must-have?
Yes, certification is an absolute must have! We have our pads certified and show this on our website and in the product information card that come with the product.
Do your protection products cross over into other sports?
Our protection gear is very versatile and can be used in all different situations if it is snowsports, biking or skating.
What helmet designs are trending (full helmets/ lighter models)?No helmets
What are trending styles in pads and gloves?
No gloves
Which colours and graphics/ collaborations are you looking forward to for next season?
Our 2024/25 collection maintains a timeless design with non-seasonal colors to ensure our products remain versatile year-round.
Which technical features are you the most proud of in your protective gear?
Our fabrics which are the most innovative fabrics on the market with the best combination of stretch and abrasion resistance.
KEY PRODUCTS:
Long Sleeve Jacket Wheels:
![XION_LSJ-40122-U_FRONT](https://www.boardsportsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/XION_LSJ-40122-U_FRONT.jpg)
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Vest Freeride Lite:
![XION_VES-30114-ANT_FRONT](https://www.boardsportsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/XION_VES-30114-ANT_FRONT.jpg)
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Freeride Shorts:
![XION_SHO-30122-M_FRONT](https://www.boardsportsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/XION_SHO-30122-M_FRONT.jpg)
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