How To Measure Your Head For A Bike Helmet?
Getting the right size helmet is vital for safety and comfort before getting on your bike for a ride. Helmets come in small, medium, large and X-large sizes and correspond in CM (Centimeters).
How To Size Properly
To get the right size, you first want to get a good measuring tape. Something flexible and easy to move around the head. When wrapping the tape around the head, start above the eyebrows and ears as it’s typically the largest and widest part of the head. Try not to pull to tight, then take note of your accurate measurement. Our rule is to measure twice and fit once. Give it a second go around to make sure you recorded the measurement accurately.
It’s important to look for a helmet that matches your measurement taken. Below is a range of sizing specs to help you select the right helmet.
General sizing parameters:
Extra-small: below 20" (51cm)
Small: 20"–21.75" (51cm–55cm)
Medium: 21.75"–23.25" (55cm–59cm)
Large: 23.25"–24.75" (59cm–63cm)
Extra-large: above 24.75 (63cm)
One size fits all (men): 21.25"–24" (54cm–61cm)
One size fits all (women): 19.75"–22.5" (50cm–57cm)
One size fits all (kids): 18"–22.5" (46cm–57cm)
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Types Of Bike Helmets
Road
Preferred by roadie enthusiasts for their low weight, generous ventilation and aerodynamic design.
Mountain
Design to ventilate and are distinguished by their visors, and enhanced rear head coverage. Great for tackling rough terrain.
Recreational
A great economical choice for commuters, BMX and kids. They are also popular for skate boarders and inline skaters. Many of them include visors for sun protection.
