Ride! Is a helmet really that important?

Imagine a clear and sunny day when you are going to glide... Wait a minute, are you wearing a safety helmet?

Children may feel that wearing helmets is not cool at all. They may also feel very restrained and uncomfortable. They may simply not like helmets. As a parent, you might think, "no problem. I'm so big without a helmet. Isn't it all right?"

So, is helmet important?

A firm and definite answer: Yes.

The brain is a magical thing. It controls most of our lives, such as our ability to see, breathe, think, feel, judge and act. Imagine the impact of losing these basic functions on our lives! For children whose brains and skulls are still developing, protecting the head is more important.

The head is so fragile that it doesn't need a serious blow to cause injury. Therefore, when riding, whether on scooters, bicycles or even balance cars, it is very important to wear helmets. Wearing helmets is so important that some states in the United States legally require riders to wear them. At present, 22 states, including Colombia, have legislation to protect riders.

So why should legislators intervene?

The report released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission as early as 1995 pointed out that 300 children are killed in bicycle accidents every year, and more than 400000 children are injured in bicycle accidents, which is almost the cause of the highest mortality among children aged 5-14. It is estimated that safety helmets can prevent 75% of fatal brain injuries and 85% of non fatal brain injuries, which is the main reason why parents insist on their children wearing helmets.

In general, accidents always happen, but developing the habit of wearing helmets can help reduce the possibility of serious injuries.

Can all our helmets protect us?

Of course not! In fact, the most direct way is to read the instructions on the box. If you are preparing to perform the applicable sports listed in the instructions, congratulations on using the appropriate helmet. Next, check whether the helmets comply with the necessary safety regulations. Most helmets can meet the corresponding standards.

Finally, choose the appropriate size. If a helmet is not the right size for you, it cannot provide the security it deserves. The helmet must conform to the head circumference. Our salespeople often receive such inquiries: "my child is 7 years old. What size helmet does he fit?" We do not recommend choosing helmet size according to age. The correct way to choose a helmet is to accurately measure the head circumference. Only in this way can we choose a really suitable helmet.