Children’s bicycle helmets: choosing a secure fit
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The short answer: Choose a children’s helmet that fits now. Do not buy an oversized helmet to grow into, and choose the size by head circumference rather than age alone.
Measure rather than guessing by age
Measure the head circumference above the eyebrows with a flexible tape. Compare it with the children’s helmet model’s size range. Have your child try it on and check that it sits level and securely without pressure points. Adult helmet sizing is not a children’s size chart.
Learn to adjust it together
Show your child how to put on and fasten the helmet, following the model’s manual. Check the straps yourself before your child sets off. An appealing design can help with choosing, but fit remains the priority.
A routine for every bicycle ride
- Put the helmet on and check the buckle before getting on the bicycle.
- After a fall, check whether the helmet was hit.
- Recheck the fit regularly as your child grows.
- Remove the helmet when climbing or playing so that the straps cannot get caught.
Find a suitable model
Browse the current bicycle helmet range and check the stated head circumference for any children’s helmet. If unsure about a size, ask for advice before ordering.
Need help choosing? Email info@prosportlights.com with your question and, where relevant, the model or your head circumference. We will help you choose.