Looking For A High-Visibility Bicycle Helmet Recommendation
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fooferdoggie
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Lumos https://lumoshelmet.co
Deacon Blues
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Either colour will be noticeable. What's even more noticeable is a fluorescent yellow jersey or cycling jacket.
A helmet with built in lights would be noticeable at night, but I question how noticeable it would be in the daytime, unless the helmet light was very bright and had a flashing mode.
A helmet with built in lights would be noticeable at night, but I question how noticeable it would be in the daytime, unless the helmet light was very bright and had a flashing mode.
Not sure as don't have one but I certainly notice bikes with a flashing taillight more than those that don't have one.
rbeckert
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Lumos Ultra
Our newest, most popular helmet at the friendliest price. Lumos Ultra will simplify your life, protect your head and help prevent accidents. It comes integrated with 3 COB LED modules that give you a full 360˚ coverage - ensuring you’re seen by motorists from all angles. It also has turn signals...
lumoshelmet.co
$120.00 US$
indianajo
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I use a fox rampage with a chin guard. I've been pitched on my chin 5 times in 14 years. https://www.competitivecyclist.com/fox-racing-rampage-helmet
Deacon Blues
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I always ride with a flashing front and rear light.
tomjasz
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$150.00Shop
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Garneau Vitesse
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$150.00Shop
Type: Adult Helmets: Skate-Style/Urban
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$65.00Shop
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POC Pocito Omne SPIN
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$90.00Shop
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Type: Adult Helmets: Skate-Style/Urban
This relatively expensive Adult urban bike helmet from Bern is rated Excellent for impact absorption, Excellent for ease of use and Fair for ventilation. The many adjustment features translate to a Excellent rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can be adjusted, and it's fairly easy to adjust. This helmet comes in 3 sizes. The weight is relatively moderate and among those we've tested is considered good. This helmet has technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts and additional padding to adjust the fit. It comes with a one year warranty.
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Bontrager Charge WaveCel
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$150.00Shop
Type: Adult Helmets: Skate-Style/Urban
This relatively expensive Adult urban bike helmet from Bontrager is rated Excellent for impact absorption, Excellent for ease of use, and Fair for ventilation. The adequate adjustment features translate to a Very Good rating for fit adjustment. Notable features include reflective aspects for greater visibility in low light, technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts and a crash replacement program in case you damage your helmet in an accident. Comes in three sizes and is relatively heavy.
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Garneau Vitesse
Price
$150.00Shop
Type: Adult Helmets: Skate-Style/Urban
This relatively expensive model is a solid option if you’re looking for a commuter-style helmet. It’s excellent at absorbing impact forces in a crash, and it includes MIPS, a promising technology designed to reduce the risk of concussion. With a high score for ease of use, an adjustable retention strap, and three size options, it may be an appealing choice. Ventilation, though, is only fair.
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Giro Cormick MIPS
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$65.00Shop
Type: Adult Helmets: Skate-Style/Urban
This moderately priced Adult skate-style bike helmet from Giro is rated Very Good for impact absorption, Excellent for ease of use and Very Good for ventilation. The few adjustment features translate to a Good rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can be adjusted, and it’s considered easy to adjust. This helmet comes in one size. The weight is on the lighter side and among those we’ve tested is considered better. This helmet has technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts and it comes with a one year warranty.
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Bontrager Tyro
Price
$50.00Shop
Type: Youth Helmets
This moderately priced Youth road bike helmet from Bontrager is rated Excellent for impact absorption, Excellent for ease of use and Excellent for ventilation. The many adjustment features translate to a Very Good rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can be adjusted, and it’s considered easy to adjust. This helmet comes in 2 sizes. The weight is on the lighter side and among those we’ve tested is considered better. This helmet has the following notable feature: a convenient magnetic buckle. It comes with a one year warranty. A crash replacement program is also available in case you damage your helmet in an accident.
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Garneau Nino
Price
$55.00Shop
Type: Youth Helmets
This cycling helmet from Louis Garneau’s eponymous brand does an Excellent job of absorbing impact in CR testing. One of the top-rated youth helmets in our testing, fit is customizable and it has easy-to-use buckles and adjustments, including an adjustable retention strap and a ratchet-style dial for the occipital stabilizer. Ventilation isn’t as good as some, but this helmet is lightweight and has reflective features and a detachable visor.
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POC Pocito Omne SPIN
Price
$90.00Shop
Type: Youth Helmets
This moderately priced Youth road bike helmet from POC is rated Excellent for impact absorption, Very Good for ease of use and Very Good for ventilation. The adequate adjustment features translate to a Very Good rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can not be adjusted. This helmet comes in 2 sizes. The weight is on the lighter side and among those we’ve tested is considered better. This helmet has the following notable features: reflective aspects for greater visibility in low light and technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts. It comes with a one year warranty.
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Uvex Quatro Junior
Price
$60.00Shop
Type: Youth Helmets
This road-bike-style helmet from German-brand Uvex does an excellent job of absorbing impact in CR testing. It’s lightweight, sports reflective features, and rates Very Good for adjustability, thanks to a ratchet-style dial for the occipital stabilizer and an adjustable retention strap. Ventilation is only fair-though its vents do have insect shields-and it comes in one universal size.
I have a Giro Fixture helmet that is that same color. I am very happy with it.
BlackHand
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Do you like your Lumos?
I find it's not very comfortable compared to my Lazer helmet. Also not convinced the turn signals have any real world utility. The lights are cool and attention grabbing, just don't know if that outweighs the other aspects.
ava1ar
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- North NJ
I love my Safe Tec TYR3
Has MIPS, front/back light (with remote), even Bluetooth speakers and mic. Lightweight and looks nice.
Has MIPS, front/back light (with remote), even Bluetooth speakers and mic. Lightweight and looks nice.
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I have been using a Troxel equestrian helmet, lately.
I have a Nitecore HC90 headlamp attached to it.
The past two nights I have been riding after sunset.
It does seem like having a headlamp is helpful because it illuminates where I look.
I also have a Fenix BC30 V2.0 Bike Light attached to the bike itself.
I also bought a new Walls hi-vis orange safety vest.
I will probably buy a dedicated bicycle helmet, but I just haven't yet.
For now, I agree with this statement:
"But if it’s a choice between the horse riding helmet and no helmet, then definitely go for the equestrian helmet."
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Horseback riders are more likely to fall so that the back and sides of their heads are hit rather than the front like cyclists, so the helmets are designed to absorb more back and side-impact and little front impact.
Another factor is that bike helmets are designed to handle skid falls on the road, whereas those equestrian helmets are designed to take damage from a fall, but not a slide. And finally, if you fall off your bike while wearing a riding helmet, you’ll have to replace a more expensive helmet. Bike helmets are relatively affordable.
So, can you use equestrian helmets for cycling? Tentatively, perhaps, but you’d have to be careful how you fall (and how likely is that) and if the helmet is damaged in a crash, you probably have a more expensive replacement to find.
Furthermore, bike helmets are properly padded for bike accidents and equestrian helmets are properly padded for riding accidents and the two may not cross over, leaving you open to injury. Both types of helmet are ASTM certified, but for different types of impact.
In short, while many people have advocated for their use because they are more stylish and are well ventilated, we wouldn’t necessarily recommend it. But if it’s a choice between the horse riding helmet and no helmet, then definitely go for the equestrian helmet.
I have a Nitecore HC90 headlamp attached to it.
The past two nights I have been riding after sunset.
It does seem like having a headlamp is helpful because it illuminates where I look.
I also have a Fenix BC30 V2.0 Bike Light attached to the bike itself.
I also bought a new Walls hi-vis orange safety vest.
I will probably buy a dedicated bicycle helmet, but I just haven't yet.
For now, I agree with this statement:
"But if it’s a choice between the horse riding helmet and no helmet, then definitely go for the equestrian helmet."
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Can You Use Horse Riding Helmets for Cycling?
If you go horseback riding, then you must have a helmet and furthermore, it is always a proper equestrian helmet, not a bike helmet (or it should be). The reason for this is because when you fall from a horse, you are falling from a greater distance and the helmet is designed to absorb the impact that comes from this.Horseback riders are more likely to fall so that the back and sides of their heads are hit rather than the front like cyclists, so the helmets are designed to absorb more back and side-impact and little front impact.
Another factor is that bike helmets are designed to handle skid falls on the road, whereas those equestrian helmets are designed to take damage from a fall, but not a slide. And finally, if you fall off your bike while wearing a riding helmet, you’ll have to replace a more expensive helmet. Bike helmets are relatively affordable.
So, can you use equestrian helmets for cycling? Tentatively, perhaps, but you’d have to be careful how you fall (and how likely is that) and if the helmet is damaged in a crash, you probably have a more expensive replacement to find.
Furthermore, bike helmets are properly padded for bike accidents and equestrian helmets are properly padded for riding accidents and the two may not cross over, leaving you open to injury. Both types of helmet are ASTM certified, but for different types of impact.
In short, while many people have advocated for their use because they are more stylish and are well ventilated, we wouldn’t necessarily recommend it. But if it’s a choice between the horse riding helmet and no helmet, then definitely go for the equestrian helmet.
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