What kind of bicycle helmet should I buy?

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jamie68117

I'm not really sure how much money my dad wants to spend on one. Probably no more than $50, but I'm not sure.

I tried on an adult helmet that we already had, (I'm guessing a men's one) but it was too big!

I think it'd be nice to get a helmet that has a little hole for a pony-tail, but it's not the end of the world if it doesn't have one.

I live in Omaha, NE, so we have quite a few bike shops, as well as a bunch of sporting goods stores.

I know we don't want to buy one off the internet. Should I go to a bike or sporting goods store, or just go to target or wal-mart?

Is there really a big difference between $25 helmets and $50 helmets?

OH and if an adult helmet was too big, should I get a youth size? Or a women's size? Or what?

I don't want it to be super ugly either. I'm a 16 year old girl so if it looks really ugly I probably won't have any motivation to wear it.
OH and I ride about 6 miles on a paved trail each time I ride, and I go about 4-5 days a week.

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Any helmet you like and fits will work. They are all tested and approved meeting govt. standards. At 16 you will need an adult helmet. Some models offer universal fit, 1 size fits all. I don't like those. Find a model you like with s,m,l sizing. An exact fit is achieved by using the extra pads that come with most helmets. You should be able to find quite a few under $50.

What type of bicycle would you recommend for commuting?

KenLaw

My commute is a little over 7 miles in a medium sized American city. The terrain is fairly level and the weather is usually mild in the winter & hot/humid in the summer. I am primarily concerned with comfort, safety and reliability. I am not mechanically inclined; so something easy to maintain would also be a big plus.

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There are many makes and models of bikes, find a local bike shop near you, their help with minor adjustments and equipment wil save you time and money. Also they will fit you for the bike. Just let thme know you are looking for a bike to commute with. Be sure to leave room in your wallet for a helmet, and lights.

bicycling.com has a "bike finder" page that makes reccomendations

bikejournal.com is a good journal for reccomendations and info.

have fun!

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how old do you have to be to not have to wear a bicycle helmet in nys?

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kady

ok so my little brother doesn't believe me when i tell him that i think its 14 but that he still should anyway.

can anyone confirm that 14 years old is when you can stop wearing a bicycle helmet if you are riding in the state of new york?

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDuq9VR_pzg

I think this answers your question ;-)

What are the laws for riding a goped in New York?

Danny Lado

I just got a goped
and i live in a small town
in the hudson valley, New york
i want to know what the laws are for riding a goped in New York?
Thankyou!

Answer
Stay off the side walk,wear a bicycle helmet, follow the rules of the road.
Stop at stop signs and lights.
Pedestrians have the right of way.
Stay on the right side of the road.
Same rules as a bicycle.

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