Buying a helmet
- Is your helmet brand new? Never buy a second hand helmet
because it may have had an impact.
- Make sure that your helmet has one of the following approved
safety standards: BS EN 1078; SNELL B-95; SNELL B-94; AS/NZS
2063.
- Measure around your head about 2.5 cm (1 inch) above your
eyebrows to match your helmet size with your head size.
- Try on your helmet, pressing it down firmly on your head and
ensuring that the front lies just 2.5 cms (1 inch) above your
eyebrows.
Using a helmet
The helmet straps go around your ears and then fasten firmly
under your chin.
If your helmet moves when you nod your head, you may need to use
the “padding” kit to make it more secure.
Helmets are designed to take just one hard knock and MUST always
be replaced after any impact.
A cycle helmet will reduce your risk of injury if you fall off
your bicycle.
