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HI Treebark. Every helmet fits differently. The best thing to do is go to a few bike shops that carry different brands of helmets and try them on. Hopefully the sales person in the bike shop can help you select , adjust and fit the helmet properly when you try them on.
Most GIRO helmets fit me very well and BELL helmets do not fit the shape of my head, but BELL is a quality helmet maker. When you try the helmets on try and be aware of pressure points. These are area's where the pads come in contact with your head. If it feels tight and uncomfotable try a different brand or model of helmet. Most good helmets come with different thickness pads that you can switch out to make a more custom fit.
Price is also a big factor. You get what you pay for when you purchase retail. Best way is to shop around either on the web or local bike shops for last years helmets or closeouts. Sometimes you can purchase a high end helmet for half price or even more! Most helmets are the same as last years model, just a different color or graphics on the helmet.
If you purchase a lower priced helmet make sure it has the CPSC or ASTM certification sticker. All helmets have to be up to these standards of helmet safety. Remember More vents in the helmet, the cooler your head stays on hot days.
Hope this helps.
HI Treebark. Every helmet fits differently. The best thing to do is go to a few bike shops that carry different brands of helmets and try them on. Hopefully the sales person in the bike shop can help you select , adjust and fit the helmet properly when you try them on.
Most GIRO helmets fit me very well and BELL helmets do not fit the shape of my head, but BELL is a quality helmet maker. When you try the helmets on try and be aware of pressure points. These are area's where the pads come in contact with your head. If it feels tight and uncomfotable try a different brand or model of helmet. Most good helmets come with different thickness pads that you can switch out to make a more custom fit.
Price is also a big factor. You get what you pay for when you purchase retail. Best way is to shop around either on the web or local bike shops for last years helmets or closeouts. Sometimes you can purchase a high end helmet for half price or even more! Most helmets are the same as last years model, just a different color or graphics on the helmet.
If you purchase a lower priced helmet make sure it has the CPSC or ASTM certification sticker. All helmets have to be up to these standards of helmet safety. Remember More vents in the helmet, the cooler your head stays on hot days.
Hope this helps.
do bike helmets expire? ?
cam c
i have a helmet that is about 5 years old and was wondering if the material breaks down over time to where they are no longer safe and should be replaced.
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I checked my helmets and there is no expiration date on them. I went to the Bell helmet web site and couldn't find an answer. I know if you bonk your helmet while wearing it you are supposed to replace it, as they are one crash items. I really don't know or considered if there is a life span of a un-crashed helmet. Here is the e-mail for serious inquiries at Bell helmet they can give you the official answer. Answer_Desk@bellsports.com
I would assume that if you don't dent or fracture the helmet that it is good for a long time, but check with the manufacturer for the official answer. When you do come back and tell us.
I checked my helmets and there is no expiration date on them. I went to the Bell helmet web site and couldn't find an answer. I know if you bonk your helmet while wearing it you are supposed to replace it, as they are one crash items. I really don't know or considered if there is a life span of a un-crashed helmet. Here is the e-mail for serious inquiries at Bell helmet they can give you the official answer. Answer_Desk@bellsports.com
I would assume that if you don't dent or fracture the helmet that it is good for a long time, but check with the manufacturer for the official answer. When you do come back and tell us.
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