nano_zpeed
April 19th, 2005, 09:07 PM
Finding the correct size of helmet
A correctly fitting new helmet will have the following attributes once on.
1) As you initially pull it on it will feel much too small. Use the chin straps to pull the sides of the helmet apart as you pull (not slip!) it on.
2) Once on, it will still feel a bit too small. People new to biking will naturally want to choose a helmet one size too big as they are unaccustomed to the closed-in sensation. This sensation will go away!!
3) Once on, grasp the helmet with both hands and try to move it side to side and up and down. Your skin should move with the helmet.
4) A correctly fitted helmet will start directly above the eyebrows.
5) Secure the chin strap. Leave the helmet on for a least 5 minutes in order to feel for excessive pressure at particular points. A well fitting helmet should place even pressure throughout. In the shop you may feel claustrophobic doing this. Don't worry! this sensation will probably vanish once you are on the road.
6) The soft inner of the helmet will mould to your head and face over time - this is why it is important to choose a snug fit when you purchase it.
7) Try on a number of different makes as each have their own particular idiosyncrasies - just like the shape of your head. There are basic dimension differences between European, American and Japanese heads - there are reasons for this but we won't go there!!
A correctly fitting new helmet will have the following attributes once on.
1) As you initially pull it on it will feel much too small. Use the chin straps to pull the sides of the helmet apart as you pull (not slip!) it on.
2) Once on, it will still feel a bit too small. People new to biking will naturally want to choose a helmet one size too big as they are unaccustomed to the closed-in sensation. This sensation will go away!!
3) Once on, grasp the helmet with both hands and try to move it side to side and up and down. Your skin should move with the helmet.
4) A correctly fitted helmet will start directly above the eyebrows.
5) Secure the chin strap. Leave the helmet on for a least 5 minutes in order to feel for excessive pressure at particular points. A well fitting helmet should place even pressure throughout. In the shop you may feel claustrophobic doing this. Don't worry! this sensation will probably vanish once you are on the road.
6) The soft inner of the helmet will mould to your head and face over time - this is why it is important to choose a snug fit when you purchase it.
7) Try on a number of different makes as each have their own particular idiosyncrasies - just like the shape of your head. There are basic dimension differences between European, American and Japanese heads - there are reasons for this but we won't go there!!