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A protective head covering worn cyclists.

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Does toddler need a helmet inside a bicycle trailer?

Generally helmets are recommended for carrier usage by manufacturers and governing bodies, although local cultural practices may vary depending on perceived risks. … Helmets are recommended because it is still possible to crash or even roll a trailer, just as it is possible to crash on a bicycle, even if you are riding slowly and in quiet areas. …
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How long does an unused helmet keep for?

A recent study did extensive testing of hundreds of used helmets collected from the general public showed that there was no relevant impact performance change with age. … The helmets tested had been used but showed no signs of damage and were manufactured between 1987 and 2013. …
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How do you reconcile demographic helmet safety findings with individual helmet safety?

There are a number reasons for this, one of the main problems is a logical fallacy called an "ecological fallacy," where population averages do not necessarily apply to the individual. For example, an …
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Is there anything concerning about buying a half-price "test helmet" from my local bike shop?

A recent study investigated the impact performance of 675 used helmets (some as old as 26 years) without signs of damage. (They collected 1500, and eliminated helmets with signs of damage). … In fact given the large sample size and consistent ability to pass the impact testing, I now have a lot more confidence in the quality of modern helmets than I did before. …
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Would a military helmet make a safe alternative to a bicycle helmet?

Also you mentioned having to replace bike helmets that take an impact as a downside. … If you wonder why bicycle helmets are not made with foam that "bounces back" (e.g. hockey helmets) this is because it can cause more damage in an impact. …
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