More and more riders are concerned about the use of helmets. After all, it is related to life safety, but in normal use, many people still have misunderstandings. So what should you pay attention to when using a helmet? Pay attention to the following misunderstandings, and try to avoid them during use!
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 will pass the safety certification test standard, and the higher the relative price will be. Therefore, the premise of choosing a helmet is that it must pass the safety certification test standard. Most of the helmets can reach about 260G. This weight will not make you feel tired even for long distances, so don’t pay too much attention to the weight index of the helmet. Unless you’re racing bikes, try to keep your weight as light as possible. Otherwise, it’s not worth spending the extra money on an ultralight helmet.
2.The bigger or more holes in the helmet, the more ventilation.
Breathability is key in the helmet to keep 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 ventilation holes than mountain bike helmets. Because, compared to mountain bikers, road cyclists have to consider the weight of the helmet more. Generally speaking, the lighter the helmet, the more expensive it is. Unless you’re racing bikes and trying to lighten your weight, it’s not worth spending the extra money on an ultralight bike helmet.
3.Buckles and straps cannot withstand a certain amount of force.
You may only know that some impact tests are required for riding helmets, but the buckles and drawstrings also need to be subjected to corresponding tensile tests. If it does not pass the corresponding tensile test, it cannot be used on the helmet. Therefore, for a qualified cycling helmet, the small buckles and pull straps must pass the corresponding tests before it can be regarded as a helmet that truly meets the national safety certification testing standards.
4.It doesn’t matter if the helmet breaks or is overused.
If it is cracked, don’t use it, and wearing it is only a psychological comfort, not of much practical use. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small bump, but once you fall and the strength is strong, it may not be able to play a protective role. Don’t underestimate a crack, it has changed the force and component effect of the helmet in the physical structure.
Cyclists should replace their riding helmets every three years, regardless of whether they have fallen or been hit. Because, although the helmet has not collided, 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 a safety buckle.
It may be more comfortable to unfasten the safety buckle of the helmet. But if the head is bumped, it will easily bounce off, and naturally, it will not be protective. So, to play the protective role of the helmet, please fasten the helmet safety buckle at all times.
