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Road Or Mountain Bike Helmet – Which One Do You Choose?
Whether you are riding a road bike or a mountain bike, you certainly need to wear a helmet for safety purposes. A good helmet can protect your head from the sun and from any accidents.
It used to be the case that for some road races that finish up in a mountain, racers can ride without having to wear helmets. But even that rule has been scraped now. For safety purposes, all racing events (road and mountain bikes alike) must take place with helmets on – no exceptions. If a rider is found without a helmet, he or she will be disqualified.
But what about if you are not riding in race? Do you still need to wear a helmet? Common sense tells us that the helmet can help protect our head in the event of an accident. Still, many riders take this issue lightly and fail to put on helmets while riding.
On a road bike, the bicycle is traveling at a higher speed. During downhill descents, speed reach up to 100 kph. That’s as fast as a motor vehicle! A crash can cause serious injuries or in the worst case scenario, may even be fatal. There are so many riders blogging about their crashes, and many were just glad that they had their helmets on when they crashed. They kept their broken helmets as souvenirs. Now they can show off their “scars” to their friends.
You may shocked when you see those pictures of the helmets because in most cases, the back of the helmet cracked. That means if you are not wearing a helmet, your head is going to absorb the full force of the impact. And any strong impact to the back of the head can only spell disaster. So don’t take this lightly, wear your helmet when you ride.
If you don’t have one, how do you choose a good helmet? Most helmets have been tested in labs to be able to cushion a strong impact during an accident. However, better quality helmets offer more comfort and reduce drag.
If you ride a road bike, stick to a road bike helmet. Road helmets are built more aerodynamically to reduce wind resistance. The frontal area of the helmet is more pointed so that wind travels smoothly to the back of the head. Besides, you will look better in a road helmet.
But if you already own a mountain bike helmet, you may just want to use the same helmet, especially if you are into leisure riding. Unless, of course, your mountain bike helmet is a full face helmet. Then you need to get something else. You certainly don’t want to wear a full face helmet while riding a road bike. A full face helmet can prevent injuries to the face when you are riding in rough terrain on a mountain bike.
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Bell Delirium Euro Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $49.99 Bell Delirium Euro Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Amazingly light with extremely large vents for great airflow, this Bell Bicycle Helmet is more than just head protection — it’s a fashion statement! |
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Louis Garneau Orbit Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $49.99 Louis Garneau Orbit Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. With a detachable visor, 21 vents, and a rack and pinion mechanism that comfortably and securely holds the Bicycle Helmet in position, this mountain bike Bicycle Helmet is ready for any trail. |
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Giro Phase Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $74.99 Giro Phase Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether it’s a daunting climb or rock-strewn trail, this compact, cool and durable Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet delivers high-profile performance at an incredible value. |
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Giro Xen Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $49 Giro Xen Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. What do you get when you combine the smooth, lower profile style and coverage of a multi-sport Bicycle Helmet with the lighter weight and ventilation of high-performance mountain bike Bicycle Helmet? The Xen of course! |
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2010 Bell Variant Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $79.99 2010 Bell Variant Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether it’s a day at the trails, a few hours at the park or shuttling down that near vertical descent, this skate-inspired and trail-tuned Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet is ready to play anywhere you take it! |
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Bern Watts Bicycle Helmet $64.99 Bern Watts Bicycle Helmet. Have multiple impacts left you a few watts short of a light bulb? If so, then we have a bike Bicycle Helmet for you. ABS shell with EPS hard form provides excellent head protection so you can mountain bike, BMX, skateboard and ski in confidence. 10 vents keep your head cool, integrated visor just looks cool and Sink Fit design feels as good as it looks. Rediscover those light bulb moments in the Watts Bicycle Helmet. |
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Giro Athlon Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $69 Giro Athlon Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. If your mountain bike riding style involves a timing chip and number plate, then you’ll be relieved to know that Giro has developed a competition-specific bike Bicycle Helmet just for you. Compact shape, 23 Wind Tunnel vents and low-profile P.O.V. visor maximize comfort and performance on the race course. |
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2012 Giro Athlon Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $134.99 2012 Giro Athlon Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. If your mountain bike riding style involves a timing chip and number plate, then you’ll be relieved to know that Giro has developed a competition-specific bike Bicycle Helmet just for you. Compact shape, 23 Wind Tunnel vents, low-profile P.O.V. visor and the new Roc Loc 5 retention system maximize comfort, fit and performance on the race course. |
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Bell Influx Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $34.99 Bell Influx Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. The fact that this is the world’s best Bicycle Helmet value is kind of beside the point. With features like 18 massive vents, Fusion In-Mold Microshell, blade visor, GPS Fit System, channeled ventilation and Cam-Lock levers, the Influx is a great Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet at any price. |
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Giro E2 Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet Slate Small $99.99 Giro E2 Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet Slate Small. Whether you’re attacking the singletrack or cruising through the great wide open, the Giro E2 Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet is a proven winner on the trail. |
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2012 Giro Xar Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $129.99 2012 Giro Xar Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Introducing the new czar of all-mountain riding. With skate-punk style, sleek lines, 17 Wind Tunnel vents, X-Static padding, and the unmatched fit and adjustability of Giro’s new Roc Loc 5 retention system, the Xar bike Bicycle Helmet blends coverage, comfort and style. |
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2012 Bell Sequence Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $89.99 2012 Bell Sequence Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Somewhere between full-on XC racing and just riding for the huck of it sits the Bell Sequence Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. European-inspired, the Sequence is equipped with the Twin Axis Gear fit system, 24 flow-tuned vents and a VPV visor adjustable visor for everything from the all-day XC epic to the a 24-hour endurance race to the show-and-go after work ride. |
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2011 Lazer Oasiz Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $119.99 2011 Lazer Oasiz Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Lazer has teamed up with legendary mountain biker, Brian Lopes, to create an all-mountain bike Bicycle Helmet with more protection and coverage. In-Molded reinforcement structure improves impact resistance and guarantees higher safety. Extended back and sides shield your neck and face on rougher rides. Lazer and Brian even reduced the Bicycle Helmet weight, optimized ventilation, added advanced retention features and gave it a very appropriate name: the Oasiz. It’s one of the safest places to put your head. |
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Bell Volt Race Bicycle Helmet $79 Bell Volt Race Bicycle Helmet. Debuted at the 2008 Tour de France and World Cup XC mountain bike circuit, this Bell Bicycle Helmet takes massive ventilation, light weight and high-tech comfort to a whole new level. |
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2011 Lazer Clash Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $69.99 2011 Lazer Clash Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether you’re cruisin’ fast on a rock-strewn trail or you’ve suddenly developed a relationship with a tree you never saw before, one thing is for sure: You’ll be glad you wore the Clash bike Bicycle Helmet. Additional shell protection underneath the In-Molded upper shell maximizes durability. Award-winning, Rollsys system provides the most accurate and advanced fit on the planet, and even stays in position in the event of a crash. |
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Giro Animas Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $49 Giro Animas Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. If you’re an up-and-coming racer or singletrack hog who wants a deal on top performance, you should check out the Animas. It combines aggressive style and Wind Tunnel vents with the stability of a Roc Loc 4 system and P.O.V. visor. Whether its epic endurance challenges or tough terrain, this bike Bicycle Helmet has you covered. |
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Giro E2 Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $49 Giro E2 Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether you’re attacking the singletrack or cruisin’ through the great wide open, the Giro E2 bike Bicycle Helmet is a proven winner on the trail. All its power fits inside a compact, In-Mold shell equipped with the super stable Roc Loc 4 and rugged P.O.V. visor. It’s no wonder that hardcore riders love the supercharged power of the E2. |
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2012 Bell Variant Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $79.99 2012 Bell Variant Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether it’s a day at the trails, a few hours at the park or shuttling down that near vertical descent, this skate-inspired, trail-tuned, bike Bicycle Helmet is ready to play anywhere you take it. With features like Fusion In-Mold Microshell, adjustable visor, Twin Axis Gear fit system, channeled ventilation, and Cam-Lock levers, the Variant’s got it all. |
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2011 Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $89.99 2011 Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. The Hex bike Bicycle Helmet lures the trail-hungry rider with its top-level features. Rock-hard design guarantees unparalleled protection for your dream box. 21 vents provide powerful ventilation, adjustable visor shields your eyes, and the new Roc Loc 5 retention system sets the standard for comfort, stability, adjustability and weight savings. |
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Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $34 Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. The Hex bike Bicycle Helmet lures the trail-hungry rider with its top-level features. Rock-hard design guarantees unparalleled protection for your dream box. 21 vents provide powerful ventilation, adjustable visor shields your eyes and the Roc Loc 4 retention system enhances stability over rough terrain. |
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2012 Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $89.99 2012 Giro Hex Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. The Hex bike Bicycle Helmet lures the trail-hungry rider with its top-level features. Rock-hard design guarantees unparalleled protection for your dream box. 21 vents provide powerful ventilation, adjustable visor shields your eyes, and the new Roc Loc 5 retention system sets the standard for comfort, stability, adjustability and weight savings. |
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2012 Giro Feature Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet $74.99 2012 Giro Feature Mountain Bike Bicycle Helmet. Whether you’re bushwhacking through neglected trails, gearing up for an all-mountain epic or racing in a Super-D, one thing is for sure. The Giro Feature bike Bicycle Helmet can handle it all. Its new shape has more coverage than traditional helmets for maximum impact protection. Internal channels keep your head cool on the climbs, adjustable moto-style visor protects your vision and the In-Form retention system makes it easy to dial-in the perfect fit, even with gloves on. |
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Giro Reverb Mountain Bike Helmet $59.95 Get the party started with the Giro Reverb Mountain Bike Helmet. Made specifically for cruising the urban scene, this light and durable self-adjusting helmet is constructed with an In-mold shell wrapped around its insides to resist dents. Plus, a removable cycling cap-style visor makes the Giro Reverb Mountain Bike helmet one stylish piece of protection for your precious head. |
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Fort Mountain Bike Light Presta Tube 26 x 1.95-2.25" $7.99 Fort Mountain Bike Light Presta Tube 26 x 1.95-2.25. Keep your rotating weight to a minimum with lightweight butyl Presta mountain tubes! |
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2011 GT Laguna Women’s Mountain Bike $299.99 2011 GT Laguna Women’s Mountain Bike. Chances are, if you try mountain biking you could very well end up hooked on the sport. That’s why it pays to make your first mountain bike one that will last you for awhile. For no more than what you’d pay at a discount store for a cheaply made bike, you can own a quality GT Laguna mountain bike that’s specifically made to fit a woman. This lightweight aluminum bike may not cost a lot, but GT has packed it with features that even experienced mountain bikers would appreciate. Like a Suntour suspension fork with 63mm travel, 21-speed drivetrain, Shimano Rapid Fire shifters, and a comfortable, women’s-specific saddle with waterproof cover. It’s all you need to get started (besides a Bicycle Helmet and maybe gloves, of course) so get ready to find out for yourself why mountain biking is so popular. |
