What’s a good bicycle helmet to buy?

Big Feet

I was an avid cyclist in the early 80âs, but traded my bike in for a pair of running shoes. After years of abusing my knees, Iâm trying to get back into riding.

Iâm taking it slooowww. Evenn though I expect to ride mostly on the street, I got a mountain bike. Iâm starting out on a Trek (http://www2.trekbikes.com/bikes/archive.php?bikeid=1022600 ) 4500, not that Iâll be doing any real off-road riding. (I might get crazy and ride of the curb of the sidewalk occasionally â¦. Yeeee Haaaa!!!)

Iâm told everyone wears helmets now. I know a helmet should fit properly, but what else should I look for in a helmet? What are some good brands? Good web sites? Which helmets will make me look like a dork? Which are the cool ones?

Thanks.

Also, let me know what you think of this:

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giro or bell. both amazing helmets. both will save your head if you crash. theres also project rudy helmets, they also sell eyeware if youd care to look into that as well. helmets dont need to look cool while most still do, get one with alot of air vents, good padding, and fits your head correctly. id always reccomend going into your local shop to check what they say as well.

What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

Answer
The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

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What’s a good bicycle helmet to buy?

Big Feet

I was an avid cyclist in the early 80âs, but traded my bike in for a pair of running shoes. After years of abusing my knees, Iâm trying to get back into riding.

Iâm taking it slooowww. Evenn though I expect to ride mostly on the street, I got a mountain bike. Iâm starting out on a Trek (http://www2.trekbikes.com/bikes/archive.php?bikeid=1022600 ) 4500, not that Iâll be doing any real off-road riding. (I might get crazy and ride of the curb of the sidewalk occasionally â¦. Yeeee Haaaa!!!)

Iâm told everyone wears helmets now. I know a helmet should fit properly, but what else should I look for in a helmet? What are some good brands? Good web sites? Which helmets will make me look like a dork? Which are the cool ones?

Thanks.

Also, let me know what you think of this:

http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&catalogId=40000008000&storeId=8000&partNumber=731934&memberId=-2000&link=1&cm_ven=ps_Tleader&cm_ite=datafeed&source=14804&cm_pla=pd_inclusion&cm_

Answer
giro or bell. both amazing helmets. both will save your head if you crash. theres also project rudy helmets, they also sell eyeware if youd care to look into that as well. helmets dont need to look cool while most still do, get one with alot of air vents, good padding, and fits your head correctly. id always reccomend going into your local shop to check what they say as well.

What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

Answer
The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

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Does a regular bicycle helmet suffice for a 50cc scooter?

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Tim D

I'm looking to buy a 50 cc scooter which will not go over 30 mph (Iowa law for mopeds). At that speed, do I need a special motorcycle or moped helmet? Or can I just use my bicycle helmet? I have a pretty nice Trek helmet.

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No, you need a DOT approved helmet. Which means you need a motorcycle helmet. You don't have to go with a full face helmet, although I would recommend it. You can get a "beanie" helmet, the type you see a lot of Harley riders wear, as long as it is DOT approved.

What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

Answer
The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

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What kind of mountain bicycle should I get?

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Don M

I'm planning to buy a mountain bike tomorrow. Which brand is recommended?

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Go to you local bike shop or shops if you have more than one. Chose a bike that fits you best. Do this by riding many different bikes and getting a feel for them. One will stand out as better riding. This is your bike.
The big difference between many models is the frame. Most of the components will be of similar quality for a price point, but frames and how the fit you are the real deal. Don't try just one, try several before making a final decision.
Good brands to try out are Giant, Fuji, Canondale, Specialized, Bianchi, Trek, Gary Fisher, and a few other smaller brands too.
Last, don't forget a properly fitting helmet. It's cheap insurance.

What is a good beginner bike for someone trying to lose weight?

John Smith

I want to start cycling to lose weight. I'm 6' and 300 lbs. I live on Long Island, NY. I know road bikes have narrower tires and you have to ride with your torso almost horizontal. Would a mountain bike be better? I have also heard of hybrids, that combine the best of both bike types. I plan to ride mainly on paved roads, maybe sometimes on grass, but not off-road or anything. The most important thing for me is balance and handling.

I haven't owned a bike since the 6th grade, so any and all info would be appreciated. I also like to tinker and build stuff, so I really like the idea of bike maintenance. What websites/retailers/resources would you recommend?

Thank you!

Answer
You want a Performance Hybrid. Also called a Sport Hybrid, Sport Performance hybrid, Fitness hybrid or even sometimes a "City Hybrid".

The small tires on road bikes will not be good for your weight. The hybrids will do you good.

Find a good reputable shop in your area and go speak to them about what you're considering. Don't buy a comfort bike or anything with a suspension saddle. You don't want anything with suspension, it's unnecessary money and weight for you. It's not good for someone like you trying to get a good workout from riding. Skip all suspension.

Sport hybrids:
Giant Escape, Cannondale Quick 4, Trek 7.2FX, Raleigh Cadent FT1, Specialized Ariel, Ariel Sport, etc.

Bike maintenance:
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bike-maintenance.html

Are you near Westhampton Beach? Have you ever heard of "Bikemanforu"? You could visit his shop Bike N Kite. He knows a lot about bikes and really stands behind what he sells. I know he sells Giant Escapes but they don't do a whole lot in new bike sales so they don't have a great selection of new bikes but good entry level bikes at fair market price that he stands behind.

Lastly, make sure you are prepared to spend on other things that will be really needed for your riding.

Things you should purchase right away with your bicycle:
Helmet
Padded Bike Shorts (I feel that 2 is the magic number) wash every 2 days.
Water Bottle Cage
Water bottle
Bike headlight and taillight - if you're going to do any riding at night.
Multi-tool - basically for all the needed allen key sizes. A good multi-tool will take care of the basic adjustments you'll need to do.
Floor pump w/ gauge - You want to inflate your tires to maximum PSI before every ride. Important to have a good pump.
Bike jerseys or wicking tees (I feel like 2 is the magic number and wash with the shorts every 2 days. Maybe 3 would be even better but I don't like having them sit around without being washed for longer than a day or two.

Other things to consider:
Bike computer (with cadence)- Something I hesitated on buying at firstbut it is something very nice to have to know how far you rode and that you're riding at a high enough cadence for you to be getting a good enough workout. Very important to keep your cadence up and to not mash on the pedals. You don't want much resistance on the pedals.

Repair stand - for doing your own maintenance. Then you need some brushes, lube, etc.

*IMPORTANT* Road cycling shoes (not MTB shoes) and Clipless road pedals - These two things are pretty essential. I would get these right away. Get used to riding for a few days and then put them on. Be careful to find out how they work too. If you want to ride for fitness then you need the pedals and shoes or else you'll be wasting time.

Mini pump to install on your bike in case you need to fill up while out on the road. In case you get a flat. You'll probably want a spare tube and tire levers so that you can repair a flat on the road also.

Saddle bag - or any kind of bag for the bike - Great to hold your phone, keys, multi-tool, tube, and whatever else you feel like bringing with you.

Safe riding. Enjoy

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What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

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csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

Answer
The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

What is a good beginner bicycle if I want to start taking cycling up as a hobby?

Carlos G

I would like to participate in the MS150 event next year. What other equipment would I need? I am looking for a bike in the $100 to $300 range to start off. Where could I find a good training schedule and cycling trails online?

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For around $300 you could get a used entry-level road bike that is a few years old. Some possibilities might be a Giant OCR series or a Trek 1000.

Get some cycling shorts, a hydration pack or water bottle and cage, cycling shoes and clipless pedals, helmet, and plenty of sunscreen as well.

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