One-size-fit all helmet or Not
04-10-23, 05:39 AM
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One-size-fit all helmet or Not
One-size-fit all helmet vs smallest fit helmet.
Is wearing the smallest size helmet that still fits me safer? Or they both can offer very similar degree of protection?
Is wearing the smallest size helmet that still fits me safer? Or they both can offer very similar degree of protection?
04-10-23, 05:53 AM
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04-10-23, 08:24 AM
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If it fits, you're lucky and you'll be fine.
One size fits all usually translates into one size that doesn't fit me.
One size fits all usually translates into one size that doesn't fit me.
04-18-23, 03:08 PM
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I have a small head and it took me several helmets to realize the helmets I was buying were all too big. Ask yourself.... how happy do you think you'd be with one size fits all shoes? Same applies to helmets, IMNSHO. I won't buy any helmet I can't try on first.
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One size fits some is never a great fit for most. Wear the helmet that fits you best. Also I don't know this is electronics or lighting related though yes some helmets do have lights but that is not the crux of the question.
04-19-23, 04:26 AM
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My fitting problem with helmets is that I want ones that will fit well on my bare head, but also will fit well if I am wearing an insulated ear band for cooler weather. And one that fits my helmet rain covers. Some of the helmet rain covers that I have were bought on line and do not fit on any helmets that I have ever owned. And I want a brim on the front that my rear view mirror will clamp onto.
For safety, I just want one that meets the standard industry safety standards for bike helmets, and I am more inclined to trust a known brand for that reason.
For safety, I just want one that meets the standard industry safety standards for bike helmets, and I am more inclined to trust a known brand for that reason.
