Proper Helmet fit?
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Proper Helmet fit?
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Can you comment about proper helmet fit? I have not used an emergency inflation helmet remover. I have experimented with the stand 21 type ribbon strip helmet extractor. I also use a cool clava. So headsock, cool-clava, and helmet extractor all stack up in thickness. When the cool-clava starts working you can also feel a bit of helmet tightening or rise. What does all this stuff stacked inside your helmet do for changes in helmet safety and fit? Should anything be done in helmet selection other than bring all your stuff to the store when trying on helmets?
Can you comment about proper helmet fit? I have not used an emergency inflation helmet remover. I have experimented with the stand 21 type ribbon strip helmet extractor. I also use a cool clava. So headsock, cool-clava, and helmet extractor all stack up in thickness. When the cool-clava starts working you can also feel a bit of helmet tightening or rise. What does all this stuff stacked inside your helmet do for changes in helmet safety and fit? Should anything be done in helmet selection other than bring all your stuff to the store when trying on helmets?
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Bring it all to the store when you try it on. You would be amazed at how badly many peoples helmets fit them. I sold a helmet to a guy who has won the season championship in GrandAm and the one that was be replaced was easily 2 sizes too big. He never really knew how they were supposed to fit.
A good fit around the crown of the head is of course key. Then there is the cheek area. Some helmets have the interchangeable cheek pads which are awesome.
The inflator never changed a fit or feel for me. It was think and in a spot of the helmet that wasn't super snug for me.
Currently, my helmet fits perfect with the nicest Alpinstars balaclava. The other ones that are slightly thicker would give me a headache if I had the helmet on for about an hour.
I haven't used the cool a clava. It's a nice idea but even in the SE, I was perfectly find with my traqgear cool shirt so never needed to go for the head part. I always wondered how it affected fit for some people.
A good fit around the crown of the head is of course key. Then there is the cheek area. Some helmets have the interchangeable cheek pads which are awesome.
The inflator never changed a fit or feel for me. It was think and in a spot of the helmet that wasn't super snug for me.
Currently, my helmet fits perfect with the nicest Alpinstars balaclava. The other ones that are slightly thicker would give me a headache if I had the helmet on for about an hour.
I haven't used the cool a clava. It's a nice idea but even in the SE, I was perfectly find with my traqgear cool shirt so never needed to go for the head part. I always wondered how it affected fit for some people.
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Agreed! There are a few sites like this one where there is a healthy exchange of good information from very knowledgeable people. Often the guy in the store is just there picking up a paycheck and really does not know about helmet fit or different compromises in race seats or any number of racing issues. I have been at this sport for 2 decades and am still learning about some aspect of the sport on a near daily basis.
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Bring it all to the store when you try it on. You would be amazed at how badly many peoples helmets fit them. I sold a helmet to a guy who has won the season championship in GrandAm and the one that was be replaced was easily 2 sizes too big. He never really knew how they were supposed to fit.
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Im not a fit expert, so I really appreciated the fitting I got on my Stand21. The guy who designed my helmet was the one who fit me. It took about 30 minutes and included top, front, back, side, and cheek pads. I know I sing their praises, but they are a great company and I feel they really care about my safety.
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Im not a fit expert, so I really appreciated the fitting I got on my Stand21. The guy who designed my helmet was the one who fit me. It took about 30 minutes and included top, front, back, side, and cheek pads. I know I sing their praises, but they are a great company and I feel they really care about my safety.
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We have some fitment information on our website (taken courtesty of BELL Helmets) that offers some great fitment information. Size charts are at the top for the various brands we sell, fitment tests are below - you would be surprised at how a large in one brand will fit different than a large in another brand. It really pays to bring your equipment with you (if you have that luxury of having a helmet dealer near you).
https://apexperformance.net/helmet-size-chart/
https://apexperformance.net/helmet-size-chart/
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#8
Helmet fitting is getting ready to go to the next level.
For years the helmet manufacturers have provided their sponsored athletes custom fitted liners. Bell recently announced it is going to provide this service to the general public. Once one brand offers this, others will follow.
I don't know all the details, but it involves a 3D scan of the customers head then produce a helmet specifically for that person. Once this program is up and running, you'll be able to go to your local dealer, put on your balaclava, cooling pad or whatever and have a helmet produced that fits perfectly.
I wear an off-the-rack helmet now and while I was able to get a good, comfortable fit by swapping various pads, it is no where near as comfortable as the custom made helmets I have had. Those helmets fit so well, you almost forget you have it on.
Of course one problem I can see is the availability of a participating dealer to do the scan, so this option may require travel for the fitting.
For years the helmet manufacturers have provided their sponsored athletes custom fitted liners. Bell recently announced it is going to provide this service to the general public. Once one brand offers this, others will follow.
I don't know all the details, but it involves a 3D scan of the customers head then produce a helmet specifically for that person. Once this program is up and running, you'll be able to go to your local dealer, put on your balaclava, cooling pad or whatever and have a helmet produced that fits perfectly.
I wear an off-the-rack helmet now and while I was able to get a good, comfortable fit by swapping various pads, it is no where near as comfortable as the custom made helmets I have had. Those helmets fit so well, you almost forget you have it on.
Of course one problem I can see is the availability of a participating dealer to do the scan, so this option may require travel for the fitting.
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Originally Posted by Matt Romanowski
Im not a fit expert, so I really appreciated the fitting I got on my Stand21. The guy who designed my helmet was the one who fit me. It took about 30 minutes and included top, front, back, side, and cheek pads. I know I sing their praises, but they are a great company and I feel they really care about my safety.
#10
Agreed. And it's not always the store attendants fault either. When I used to sell motorcycle helmets, the standard response from the average male was "I need and XL" (like buying condoms), so I'd automatically hand then 1-2 sizes smaller without telling them (because there was no way they were going to let me measure their head!). I'd hazard a guess that 75% of helmets out there are poorly fitted to their users.
#11
I've seen the same. When people don't know any better they choose whichever helmet doesn't squish their cheeks. Plenty of people go buy the carbon fiber helmet because it's carbon fiber, or they buy something with graphics just to be cool, but they don't often pay attention to weight. Even the ones who understand fit don't often think any further. Very few think to "test" the helmet for more than a minute or two. It could take 10-20 minutes for pressure points to start causing a headache or migraine. Test the helmet for a length of time appropriate for your use. I've also seen people skimp on features for cost. Not everyone has money to burn (why I don't own a Stand21 or Schuberth helmet), but spending an extra $50 or $100 to get a wider eye port or more vents for air flow can significantly improve the helmet-wearing experience.