A good bicycle helmet is essential for any cyclist, whether you are a recreational rider or a seasoned pro. The right helmet provides not only protection, but also comfort, aerodynamics, and ventilation. In this blog, we will discuss the main features of a good bike helmet and give you some tips on how to fit a helmet.
A good helmet is meant to give you protection and safety. This is done by using the right durable material such as EPS foam (expanded polystyrene), which absorbs the impact of a fall.
A helmet should easily adjustable to ensure a proper fit. This can be done through twist knobs or Velcro closures. This benefits comfort and fit. Pay close attention to whether a helmet fits your head. We recommend that you at least come to the store to try it on.
One of the components to increase comfort is that you should take a helmet that has enough breathable lining and that absorbs sweat and prevents irritation. Remember that you often have a helmet on sometimes for hours at a time during rides or tours. A lightweight helmet reduces fatigue during long hot bike rides and increases the wearing comfort.
Each helmet are designed with a specific purpose. For example, there are helmets aimed at aerodynamics and thus try to minimize drag. Other helmets, in turn, are designed to minimize the maximum ventilation guarantee. They do this by creating air channels and openings for constant airflow, among other things.
Although safety comes first, it's also nice if the helmet looks good and matches your personal style and cycling outfit. At the end of the day, you want to look good, too. When buying your helmet, always include your cycling goggles as well so you can be sure they fit properly.
A few more tips when trying on helmets:
- For example, the helmet should fall just above the eyebrows
- Put the helmet on with the dial fully open and then turn it closed until the helmet fits your head neatly
- Feel for a comfortable fit
Need more tips? Visit our store in Amsterdam and we'll be happy to help you there.
