Re: Best Helmet for women
- From: Timberwoof <timberwoof.spam@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2006 09:08:28 -0800
In article <1138721374.039507.176220@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>,
"Frank" <frank062547@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Ditto on the Dream as a first bike. That's really sharp.
>
> I'll echo the suggestion to go to a shop and try them on. Put it on
> and buckle the strap, then shake your head side to side. The helmet
> should not be loose enough to slide around on your head. It should be
> snug enough that your skin moves with it somewhat, but it shouldn't be
> so snug as to be uncomfortable (well, duh! Leave it to me to state the
> obvious.) Grab the back of the helmet and try to roll if forward off
> your head with it strapped; you should not be able to. Once you've
> settled on the helmet you think works for you, wear it around the shop
> for 15 or 20 minutes. I know you'll feel dorky, but it's worth the
> time. Then remove it and check for tender spots on your forehead and
> elsewhere. Finding a good fit can be tedious, but it's worth the
> effort.
>
> Like Bryan said, it need not be expensive. Every helmet sold has to be
> DOT certified, and that's fine.
Well, in the US, anyway.
OP, where are you from?
> I also highly recommend the full face helmet. Why protect everything
> except your face?
"Half a helmet for half a brain."
> And finally, when you get tired of that Dream, bring it to me ;o)
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