How to choose a helmet for riding a scooter?

The question of choosing a helmet for a scooter is faced by both responsible parents and adult riders who do not want to risk their health. It is believed that the helmet is the best protection for riding a children's trick or adult electric scooter. Moreover, even people who are completely disciplined in other areas of life often neglect the acquisition of equipment, forgetting about safety. But if the question is whether the child needs a helmet, it is worth considering all possible factors - from a dog accidentally jumping out on the way to an unnoticed lamppost.

A helmet is only part of the safety measures, as well as another way to make a person on a scooter noticeable to others. It’s definitely not worth neglecting them during leisurely riding in the park, or on special ramps. And which helmet will help protect your head best and whether a bicycle helmet is suitable for this, you need to understand in more detail.

A helmet for a scooter is often perceived by riders, rolling from case to case, as an unnecessary accessory. In practice, protection may never be necessary, and in the heat it will contribute to the deterioration of thermoregulation. But this is not a reason to refuse it. And although a helmet is not a mandatory requirement, even when driving on an electric scooter on transport roads, it can very well save health and life in an accident.

In the case of children, everything should be strictly on the part of the parents. Without a helmet, it is better not to let children ride a scooter at all. When falling, the baby can hit the back of the head or forehead - it is in this case that protection is needed. In stunt skating, the use of full protection is also a mandatory safety feature.

When performing jumps and difficult stunts on a scooter, a rider often performs quite risky movements that can easily lead to a fall and injury. The head in this case is no less vulnerable than the elbows and knees. A stunt helmet must:

• provide the most complete protection;
• fit snugly to the head;
• withstand direct contact with a solid surface;
• Do not create excessive noise insulation;
• maintain sufficient visibility.

The best solution for training and performing tricks in the park and special areas will be a full-fledged bowler hat. It completely covers the forehead and nape, as well as the temporal area. It will be useful to choose a model with additional chin protection that allows you to soften the blow when falling face forward. It is very important that the “bowler” has a convenient size adjustment and reliable locks that do not weaken during movement.

An ordinary children's scooter for preschoolers is usually perceived as a toy. But only on a slippery surface or an accidentally encountered obstacle, even such a model can cause serious injuries. Of course, no one can oblige parents to use equipment. However, it is definitely needed for those who learn to ride or are prone to risky tricks, speeding, poorly coordinated movements.

A helmet that is correctly sized for the head will reduce the risk of damage when dropped.. In addition, the bones of the child’s skull are much softer and more fragile than in adults, and the skin is thin. And also you need to take into account the fact that the kids still do not know how to group correctly, so more often they lean back with their backs. To prevent a concussion or other unpleasant consequences from getting to know your first extreme transport in your life, you should take care of choosing a helmet for your child right along with buying a scooter.

When choosing a children's helmet, you need to pay attention to the following parameters.

• The size. It is determined by the circumference of the head. Children's models are designed for a head circumference of 45-50 cm (S) and 50-55 cm (M).
• Adjustment and level of protection. It is better to choose helmet models with non-slip soft straps or special protective pads, a chin booster. The child should be able to put on and take off the equipment without outside help.
• Origin of goods. In any case, the helmet must be new. In addition, if the fall took place, and the blow came to protect the head, then even in the absence of visible damage, you will have to buy a new helmet. This is a recommendation of the equipment manufacturers, since microdamages can make the helmet useless as it may not provide proper safety when dropped again.
• Ease. Children's models of equipment are available in the most lightweight version, but without compromising safety.
• Degree of protection. For children, it’s better to choose not fashionable “carts”, but a full-fledged bowler hat, especially in the case of extreme or high-speed skiing.

Adult skating enthusiasts do not consider it necessary to wear a helmet on their heads when taking walks or trips on smooth asphalt. For an electric scooter moving much faster (up to 40 km / h), and also often on public roads, it is better to choose protection. The best solution for high-speed or long-term riding is a fitness helmet with ventilation holes, a soft lining and a sun visor. Unlike the strollers used by cyclists, this protection has a shockproof booster at the rear.Besides, such protection creates less inconvenience than a full-fledged closed "bowler".

For riding an electric scooter or high-speed models of ordinary scooters, you can purchase special helmets with a DVR and built-in headphones. Such protective devices are more expensive, but allow you to leave your hands free for riding only for control, but also not deny yourself entertainment. In the event of a collision, a miniature camera will record what is happening, and then it will help if necessary to prove its case.

Among the creators of high-quality equipment for skiing, several companies can be noted.

• Wipeout The American company is a recognized authority on the protective equipment market. Models of children's helmets are easily customizable using the included stencils and washable bright felt-tip pens.

• Globber French manufacturer, European market leader in protective equipment. You can choose children's, adults, teenage helmets. In addition, it presents a wide range of scooters.

• Inflame. A company specializing in motorcycle equipment. Creates helmets for extreme skiing. Products are made in China.

• Reaction. Brand owned by Sportmaster. Budget sports protection for children and adults is also represented by helmets of various configurations.

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