Helmet replacement
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Helmet replacement
How often should I replace my helmet ? And recommendations on a new one
Re: Helmet replacement
Hi Gully,
Good question! For some time manufacturers have suggested you need to replace every few years, but I've not seen evidence that a helmet stops protecting you if it's undamaged (marketing hype?). MET suggest helmets should last at least 8 years.
There are obvious times when you must replace - after a crash, for example, but that should be obvious.
Check out this useful link:
http://www.helmets.org/replace.htm
As for suggestions, if for MTB something with greater side/rear coverage is useful just in case! I saw one crash where greater side coverage certainly saved more serious injury (rider still had concussion and a cut ear though). Other than that, it's down to styling, fit and adjustments, colour and any bling factors you choose to throw in!
Steve
Good question! For some time manufacturers have suggested you need to replace every few years, but I've not seen evidence that a helmet stops protecting you if it's undamaged (marketing hype?). MET suggest helmets should last at least 8 years.
There are obvious times when you must replace - after a crash, for example, but that should be obvious.
Check out this useful link:
http://www.helmets.org/replace.htm
As for suggestions, if for MTB something with greater side/rear coverage is useful just in case! I saw one crash where greater side coverage certainly saved more serious injury (rider still had concussion and a cut ear though). Other than that, it's down to styling, fit and adjustments, colour and any bling factors you choose to throw in!
Steve