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Are some bike helmets safer than others?
Researchers connected with Virginia Tech have found some bicycle helmets provide more protection against concussions than others. Researchers connected with Virginia Tech have found some bicycle helmets provide more protection against concussions than others.
How do I know if a bike helmet is safe?
LOOK FOR A BIKE HELMET WITH LABELS THAT: Say U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)1 certified. That label means that the helmet has been tested for safety, and meets the federal safety standard. Some bike helmets may also have a label stating that they are ASTM2, Snell3, or ANSI4 certified.
How do I know if my bike helmet is safe?
Look for the Consumer Product Safety Committee (CPSC) sticker inside the helmet. This label or sticker ensures that the helmet will provide a high level of protection in the event of an impact. Helmets manufactured after March 1999 are required by law to meet the CPSC standard.
Should I buy a cheap or more expensive motorcycle helmet?
So, if you plan to ride for long hours it’s better to buy the more expensive helmet that you can afford, otherwise – for short rides – a cheap helmet will do the job. The same standard of safety achieved by a helmet with more holes in it is a real accomplishment on the part of helmet manufacturers.
Do expensive helmets have to be CE-certified?
It is true that both cheap and expensive helmets must conform with CE-certifications and EU-regulations etc. but the Swedish insurance company Folksam did a more comprehensive test of bicycle helmets.
Is it safe to ride a bikes without a helmet?
Bike rides have turned fatal where helmets are absent. It is not recommended for anyone at any level of riding to ride without safety gear. These include knee and elbow pads. The kind of attire one will determine how safe they will be while on the road.
How to choose the right motorcycle helmet?
A lighter helmet allows you to ride comfortably for longer. The more holes a helmet has, the better it is for you. Wet weather may require different kinds of helmets to keep the water away. You can also buy more than one helmet to switch depending on the kind of weather you will be riding in.