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Selecting a bicycle helmet
Bicycle helmets are cooler, more comfortable and easier to adjust than ever before. There are plenty of inexpensive choices for bikers of all ages. Just remember the ground rules:
Wearing a bicycle helmet
The rules for wearing a bicycle helmet are the same for kids and adults:
Avoid common bicycle mistakes
If the bicycle helmet is tilted forward, the back of your head is more vulnerable to the force of a crash. To keep the helmet flat on your head, tighten the chin strap. If the helmet still tips forward, you may need a smaller helmet.
A bicycle helmet that tips backward is just as problematic. When this happens, the front and side of your head are vulnerable to the force of a crash. Again, tighten the chin strap. If the helmet still tips backward, you may need a smaller helmet.
Other factors to consider
Teach your children to remove their bicycle helmets when they're playing, especially before climbing on playground equipment or climbing trees. The helmet and chin strap may snag and pose a choking hazard.
If you're in a biking accident, throw away the bicycle helmet and replace it with a new one. Even if the helmet looks undamaged, it may not be able to withstand the force of another accident.