Will a bicycle helmet work the same as a riding helmet?

Jenn

Bicycle helmets are cheaper so I was wondering if getting one of those instead of a riding helmet would still be as safe?
Asking this for a friend!
I personally don't wear riding helmets, but the little kids I give lessons to are required.

Answer
i would use a riding helmet...you don't want to be cheap with your life. here is a helmet that i got http://2wheelbikes.com/greenline-36-adult-bike-helmets.html and it was great. but again its a bike helmet. better safe than sorry.

Dumb Bicycle Helmet Question?

Old Hippie

Although being strictly on 2 wheels for a while now - I still consider myself a novice in many ways. So, if I don't get the terminology right - pardon me. I bought what I thought was a good helmet, a Giro Indicator (link below). The ventilation in both the top & rear are very good. That's why I like it - my head stays cool even in the summer. But, here's the problem... The backside of the helmet is just that hard foam material, I'll call it. There is no hard outer case. That's just on the top & somewhat on the sides. A gust of wind came along while I was taking a break and blew the helmet off the bike rack & onto the ground. It landed strictly on the back side & cracked that hard foam material. Being on a severe budget - I used some epoxy to lock it back in place. I can barely see the crack! It seems structurally sound again. But is it? There is no damage to the top or sides, not even a scratch. If I do need a new one, I'll have to wait until the first of next month when the next VA Disability check comes in. I'd get a better one, but simply can't afford one of those $100 helmets. $40 is about my limit. Thanks...

http://www.amazon.com/Giro-Indicator-Sport-Helmet-Universal/dp/B000BNU1CS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1276083173&sr=1-1

Answer
Old

Yep, the foam has been compromised and so is your head if you should go down. Even so wear the helmet until a replacement is available.... it is much better than nothing. Try Ebay for a Giro helmet. The total cost might be the same (including the shipping) but you may get a better helmet for less $'s. You will often find some previous year close-outs pretty cheap! As always, know your size.

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