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How to choose a bicycle helmet?Several elements must be taken into account, including your practice: leisure, "velotaf" (going to work by bike), road, mountain bike...Also be aware that there is no helmet specially designed for men or women.Only exterior design can vary.

Here are the items to take into consideration to choose your helmet.

What helmet to cycle in town?

Any type of helmet can be used to ride in town.However many choose the enveloping models, which are often more aesthetic but less sporty.They are also designed to face cold and rain, which is precious for people who make a daily bicycle journey.Some thus offer ear cache or visors.

If you don't want to wear a helmet, you can opt for the bike airbag.This equipment is attached around the neck.During a shock, the airbag is triggered and comes to be placed around the skull.Once deployed, airbag can no longer be used.However, this option is quite expensive, compared to the price of a conventional helmet.

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What helmet for electric bike?

A classic helmet is generally sufficient but some brands offer helmets specially designed for a higher speed.

Certain bicycle helmets are approved as a motorcycle helmet (standard EN 22-05 or NTA-8766), while retaining the design of a bicycle helmet.In addition, these helmets cover the skull more broadly.They therefore offer better protection in the event of high -speed impact.

What helmet to cycle tourism?

There is no specific bicycle helmet for cycle tourism.However, light and ventilated models are privileged.Clear colors are more pleasant to wear in case of hot weather.

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What helmet to cycle?

It must be light and well ventilated.But for this type of practice, in competition, the aerodynamics of the helmet may have its importance.Helmets that combine both aspects can be a good choice.

What helmet to do mountain biking?

The full mountain bike helmet, which also covers the jaw, offers the best protection.

How to check the approval of a helmet?

A bicycle helmet can have several approvals.In France, bicycle helmets must meet the EN1078 standard.Other standards can be added to it, such as the standard EN 22-05 or NTA-8766, for electric bikes.Some helmets offer bicycle and ski approval (EN1077).

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What size of headphones to choose?

The helmet must be adjusted but not too tight.Its size corresponds to your head round in centimeters.That of an adult made between 55 and 65 cm.

To find out your head turn, use a flexible meter and take the measurement above your eyebrows.

The best is to try your future helmet.Once in place, adjust the size with the adjustment wheel.The helmet should not move if you lean your head.But he shouldn't hurt either.

Adjust the jugular so that it is close to the face but not too tight.Some brands offer a system that allows you to adjust the sub-unit with a hand.Side straps must pass under the ears.

How to improve your visibility with a bicycle helmet?

Some models of bicycle helmets offer integrated lighting, in the form of LED installed in the helmet shell.They are most often rechargeable via a USB port or by batteries.

Certain lighting devices are connected to an order fixed on the handlebars and allow, like indicators, to show the cyclist's intentions to other road users.

More simply, some helmets give the possibility of hanging small headlights at the front and/or back of the head.

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What price for a bicycle helmet?

The prices vary depending on the standard chosen, the design, the quality of the materials etc.It takes between 15 and 400 euros.

When to change the bicycle helmet?

If your helmet has undergone a shock, whether by bicycle or not, it must be replaced because the safety guarantee is no longer valid.Even if the shock is not apparent, the helmet structure may have been affected.

In addition, a helmet can be damaged over time: the materials wear out, the heat can distort it, the foams can be touted ... It is better to change your helmet every five years.

How to choose a bicycle helmet for a child?

The bicycle helmet is compulsory for children under 12.There is a wide variety of bicycle helmets, including the little ones, from 6 months.Their weight is generally adapted to the musculature of children.

The head of a baby is between 45 and 52 cm, that of a child between 50 and 56 cm.Measure your child's head well with a flexible meter before going to the store.Once tried, adjust the helmet to make sure you have a good performance.

Too large or too small helmet does not fulfill its protective function.

Some children's headsets are flat on the back to facilitate sleep in a baby seat, in a trailer or a cargo bike.