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Bike Helmets
When riding a bike, do not forget to wear a helmet. A good helmet is an essential safety feature for both adults and children, protects the head in a crash and prevent serious injury. Choose a helmet adapted to their physical characteristics and use can be vital. The risk of injury from falling of the bike helmets is reduced to 85% if the rider wears a helmet. The Rules of the road requires that riders wear approved bike helmets when traveling on intercity roads, except in ascending ramps, extreme heat or medical reasons. The way in which they are attached to the housing interior material that absorbs shocks: in many cases, is attached, so that there is a risk that is apparent. Hulls are stronger with the housing molded directly on the interior material. The closure system: the click-type, with two plastic pieces that fit inside each other and are opened by pressing the sides, are the most practical. Also check its strength, giving a strong tug to see if it opens easily. Sea of ??whatever kind, must be worn underneath a piece padded to protect the chin from rubbing with the closure and avoid pinching the skin back together. Vents: at first glance it is difficult to gauge their effectiveness, because it does not depend on the number of holes, but its design and position, but look at least to be provided with a mesh to prevent insects from entering. The effectiveness of a helmet depends in large part to be tight at the moment of impact. To do this, you use the contour adjustment system. Some models have a simple pad or a rubber band. However, the fine tuning is accomplished with a plastic ring that surrounds the town and adjusted to fit the head by a knob at the rear. This piece of adjustment must be affixed to the helmet through a flexible plastic parts. It is also necessary to regulate the length of the straps so the helmet can not move, though without uncomfortable (check that you can open your mouth. ) Make sure the control system is easy to use and does not need to repeat the procedure every time you fasten your helmet. Try stretching the straps to see if they give too. The helmet should be positioned horizontally or inclined to the neck or lying on the eyes. By moving the power head, the helmet should not slip out of position, but should not compress the head. The straps should surround the ears, never cover them. Make sure the helmet does not interfere with hearing or vision. Always bring fastened, for their own safety and that of people coming up behind you. After a fall or a blow, you have to change the helmet, but does not seem damaged. Its ability to absorb shock could have been affected and will no longer be able to protect properly. Child helmets can be purchased from 14. 00 euros. For adults, you can find a good helmet from about 20 euros, though some cost more than 85 euros. A higher price is no guarantee of higher quality. The one-piece bike helmets are generally more expensive than the average price of 52 euros while the average price models is stuck at around 35 euros. . . .
