00:00 If you're thinking about buying a cycling helmet but you're not sure which one to go
00:03 for or what to look for, then this is the video for you.
00:06 I'm going to run you through my top tips and recommendations so that you're left feeling
00:10 safe, secure and protected.
00:17 There are many styles of helmet available, but generally they tend to boil down to road,
00:22 commuter and leisure models.
00:24 Now road helmets tend to be lighter and have a lot of ventilation and they're made for
00:28 people that want to go as fast as possible on the road while staying as cool as possible.
00:33 Aero road bike helmets on the other hand, they tend to be more covered up because they're
00:37 for people that really want to go as fast as possible at the cost of some ventilation.
00:42 The vents on road bike helmets tend to be designed so that you can slide sunglasses
00:45 into the top of them and it gives you another place to hold them if you don't need to wear
00:49 them on your face.
00:51 Commuter helmets will be heavier and more sturdy just so they can deal with that daily
00:55 bump and grind of commuting to work.
00:57 They may also have reflective strips and lights built into them for extra visibility, which
01:02 personally I think is a really nice touch if you can find one with them on.
01:06 Leisure models tend to be more affordable than their road counterparts and that's due
01:09 to a simpler design.
01:11 Now they make a great option for those who don't ride day in and day out and on of a
01:16 performance orientated mindset.
01:23 Nearly every helmet will have some sort of retention system and this is to help you dial
01:27 in the fit and the size.
01:29 Now in many cases this is going to be in the form of a cradle that sits on the inside and
01:33 is adjustable with this little wheel.
01:35 Now on higher end models you can actually move the cradle up and down depending on how
01:39 big your head is.
01:46 Finding the right size helmet can be tricky especially if you're shopping online as a
01:50 medium from one brand might be different to a medium from another.
01:54 Helmets also vary in their size and shape with some being more round and some being
01:57 more oval.
01:58 This all means you might have to go to a shop to experiment with a few different models
02:02 to see what fits you best.
02:04 In terms of how a helmet should fit, it shouldn't be rattling around but at the same time it
02:08 shouldn't be so tight that it's digging into your skin.
02:10 Now do remember you do have that retention system so that you can make those fine adjustments
02:15 to the sizing.
02:16 The strap needs to be snug but not too tight.
02:19 The general rule of thumb is making sure that you can fit two fingers in between the strap
02:23 and the bottom of your chin.
02:24 You should be able to open your mouth and move your chin around without it feeling too
02:28 restrictive.
02:29 Finally, look for two fingers width between the top of your eyebrow line and the bottom
02:33 of your helmet to ensure that the depth is correct.
02:35 Again, it's always worth testing a few brands to find out what's right for you because at
02:40 the end of the day all of our heads are different shapes and sizes.
02:49 If you're buying a helmet from a reputable shop then all of those helmets will be meeting
02:53 a minimum safety standard so you can be confident that whatever you're buying will protect you.
02:58 However, higher end models may include some extra safety features.
03:02 A prime example of this is MIPS, otherwise known as Multi-Directional Impact Protection
03:06 System.
03:07 This thin cradle on the inside of the helmet is designed to reduce rotational forces by
03:12 moving a little on impact.
03:14 As I've already mentioned, some road and commuter models may feature built-in reflective strips
03:18 and LED lighting which will increase your visibility to other road users.
03:29 When it comes to pricing, you can find a safe cycling helmet anywhere from the region of
03:33 £25 up all the way to £200 plus.
03:36 Now, while expensive cycling helmets may not be any safer, they will include more of those
03:40 premium features we've already discussed in this video.
03:43 For example, a top spec helmet might be lighter, have a more refined retention system, have
03:47 comfier straps, have MIPS or potentially built-in lights.
03:51 So hopefully you've got all the knowledge you need now to go out and buy your next cycling
03:55 helmet.
03:56 If you've got any questions, just drop them down in the comments.
03:59 If you enjoyed the video, drop it a like, subscribe to the channel for more content
04:02 and I'll see you again very soon.
04:03 Thanks for watching.
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