Fit the bicycle helmet correctly
It's scary that so many cyclists are out and about without a helmet. He's annoying, he's ruining his hairstyle, and nothing has ever happened. After an accident with head injuries comes the big change in thinking.
A helmet does not prevent accidents, but head injuries are not so bad with helmet protection. Why? Without a helmet, the head hits the ground directly. With helmet you have a buffer that distributes the impact of the impact on a larger area.
The bicycle helmet is designed so that under the thin plastic outer shell, a thick inner shell is attached, which dampens the impact. How does a bicycle helmet sit right? Definitely firm, straight and comfortable. The helmet sits optimally when it encloses the head securely, the inner pads must fit tightly.
For people who do not really know how to work with the helmet, here's a little guide, step by step.
- Turn the knob on the back.
- Check the belts, because they must not be twisted.
- Put on the helmet. He must not be pulled back. He must not sit too low on his forehead, because then he obscures his eyes and disturbs. The helmet should be about a finger wide over the eyebrows.
- Then lower the straps down so that they are straight in front of and behind the ears.
- Then close the chin strap lock. It must not rest directly on the lower jawbone, but with some distance. The reason: In a fall, the tight-fitting belt can squeeze the neck, which leads to shortness of breath. The distance is checked by putting a finger between the chin and the belt, then it is correct ..
- Turn the knob on the back to adjust the helmet to the shape of the head as it is comfortable.
- Very important: If the chin strap is closed and the knob is turned, the helmet must be absolutely tight. The helmet must not slip when you shake your head and move back and forth.
- The tight fit on the head sometimes gets uncomfortable with time. You can turn the knob at short notice if you turn off the bike in between and go shopping. Or you set him down and then carry him in a shoulder bag.
Info
- The helmet must have the CE mark inside. This is sure to have been made according to EU regulations.
- A well-written manual must be enclosed. It is important to know how to adjust the straps and the inside size correctly and adapt it to the shape of the head.
- Bicycle helmets must be replaced after an accident. Also, you should not buy a used helmet, because the damage is not visible at first glance. The TÜV recommends replacing a helmet after five years.
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