1. The lighter the helmet, the better
Relatively speaking, the lighter the helmet, the better. But the lighter the riding helmet, the less chance it has to pass the national safety certification test standards, and the higher the relative price. Therefore, the premise of choosing a helmet is to pass the national safety certification test standards. Most helmets over 200 yuan can achieve about 260G. This weight will not make you tired even on long distances, so you don’t need to pay too much attention to the weight index of the helmet. Unless you're doing bike racing. Try to keep your own weight as low as possible, otherwise it's not worth the extra bucks for an ultra-lightweight helmet.
2. The bigger or more holes in the helmet, the more ventilation
Breathability is the key to a helmet, keeping your head dry on long rides. The more or larger the vents on the helmet, the more airflow around your head and the cooler you will feel. However, keep in mind that the more or larger the vents on your helmet, the more your head is exposed and therefore less protected. Road bike helmets have more or larger vents than mountain bike helmets. Likewise, road cyclists are more concerned with helmet weight than mountain cyclists. Generally speaking, the lighter the helmet, the more expensive it is. So unless you're racing bikes and trying to keep your weight as low as possible, it's not worth spending the extra money on an ultra-lightweight bike helmet.
3. Small buckles and pull straps are related to life. The buckles and pull straps cannot withstand a certain force and will break.
You may only know that riding helmets need to have some impact tests, but the buckles and pull straps also need to be tested for the corresponding tensile force. If they do not pass the corresponding tensile test, they cannot be used on the helmet. Therefore, a qualified riding helmet, small buckles and pull straps must pass the corresponding test, only one person can be regarded as a helmet that meets the national safety certification test standards in the true sense.
4. The helmet is broken or used for an extended period of time
If it is cracked, don't use it. Wearing it is only for comfort, and it has no substantial use. It doesn't matter if it is a small bump, but once the car falls and the force is large, it may not be able to play a protective role. . Don't underestimate a crack, it has physically changed the force and component effects of the helmet. The collapse of a bridge in Seoul in the 1990s may have been caused by a crack in a welding point on one side of the bridge deck that was not firmly welded. The simple principle is changed. You pull a brand new A4 paper from both ends. It may take a little effort to tear it off, but once you tear a small hole in the middle of the paper, it is easy to tear the paper.
Riders should replace their cycling helmets every three years, regardless of whether they have fallen or crashed. Because, although the helmet has not undergone a collision, the sun exposure and sweat erosion will also age the helmet and some accessories, thereby weakening the safety factor and damaging the protective performance of the helmet.
5. Wear a helmet without lacing
The helmet's chin strap may be more comfortable, but if the head is bumped, it will bounce off easily, and naturally it will not provide protection. So for the protection of the helmet, please wear the helmet chinstrap at all times.
6. Wearing a helmet that is too wide or too narrow
If the helmet is not the correct size, it will not protect your head from being hit, don't make the mistake of buying an improperly sized helmet. To determine the correct helmet size, measure around the largest part of the head, (usually 1cm above the eyebrows), and purchase the helmet with this measurement. Since helmets are often divided into small, medium and large sizes, you may only be able to buy a relatively suitable size, and then use the size adjuster rotary button to adjust to achieve the most suitable size. After wearing the helmet, turn the helmet from one side to the other, from the front to the back, and see if it is comfortable to wear. If it is too loose or too tight, you need to continue to adjust or replace it.
7. The use of inferior helmets does not require certification in China
There are strict technical standards for the manufacture of helmets, and poor-quality helmets often fail to meet the safety anti-collision standards, which will cause danger. Many riders may not know how to know whether the helmet they bought is safe or not. In fact, it is impossible to determine whether the helmet is safe simply from whether the helmet is affixed with the CE certification mark, and there must be a corresponding test report and certification. CE Mark certification is a product-specific certification that focuses on the safety features of the product. It is a conformity certification that reflects the product's requirements for public safety, health, environment and personal safety.
In China, cycling helmets require certification. Before 2009, my country did not have a complete standard for the safety of cycling helmets. At that time, it was jointly drafted by Cross Speed Helmet Co., Ltd. and some other enterprises. The method was officially implemented in 2010, and different versions of the national standard have appeared since then.
However, in China, most of the helmets are produced according to the CE EN1078 standard. Because most of the helmet manufacturers in China still export more, the helmets bought in the Chinese market are basically CE EN1078 standard. Some have this CE label, but they are not actually sent to TUV. SGS has been certified. Each product and different size should have corresponding test report and certification. Consumers must pay special attention. Helmets without safety certifications are dangerous.
Therefore, the helmets circulating in the Chinese market do not need to have the CE mark, but also have the corresponding test reports and certification certificates, in order to be regarded as a truly qualified helmet.
8. Wrong wearing position
The most effective helmet position is to keep the helmet and head level, and the edge of the helmet should be about 1 cm above the eyebrows. If it is not in this position, check that the helmet is the correct size, then adjust the adjuster knob and chin strap to make sure the helmet is in the correct position.
9. Lace up loose
The loose straps make the helmet jump and move at any time, and the protection effect is reduced when the head is hit by a second collision. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the length of the drawstring so that the distance between the drawstring and the chin can be adjusted to the space between the fingers, which can maximize the effective safety protection performance of the helmet.
10. Put the helmet on after use
After each use of the riding helmet, please put it in a cool and ventilated place to avoid high temperature or prolonged exposure to sunlight.
