{"id":834,"date":"2022-01-18T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=2262"},"modified":"2022-01-18T18:21:12","modified_gmt":"2022-01-18T17:21:12","slug":"buyers-guide-to-childrens-bicycle-helmets","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/buyers-guide-to-childrens-bicycle-helmets\/","title":{"rendered":"Buyer\u2019s guide to children\u2019s bicycle helmets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Stan Portus\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Tuesday, 18 January 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">If you\u2019re looking to get your child a new helmet, we\u2019ve put together this advice explaining what to look for in a kids\u2019 bicycle helmet, <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/sizing-and-fit\/bike-helmet-sizes\/&quot;\">how to find the right size helmet<\/a> and how to fit a child\u2019s bike helmet correctly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">Cycling is a great activity for children with benefits that include exercise, fresh air, freedom and independence. Hopefully, getting them interested in cycling will be the start of a life-long passion. Discover <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/beginners\/news\/article\/how-to-teach-a-child-to-cycle-in-30-minutes-37033\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;nofollow\" noopener=\"\" noreferrer=\"\">how to teach a child to cycle<\/a> in just 30 minutes with our handy guide.<\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s generally a very safe activity, the occasional tumble is inevitable, particularly while your child learns to ride. So it\u2019s highly advisable that children wear a helmet at all times while cycling, though of course, the final decision on this is up to you, the parent or guardian.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking for the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/gear\/article\/kids-bikes-for-christmas-32620\/&quot;\">best kids\u2019 bike helmets<\/a> or have read our <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/gear\/article\/beginners-guide-to-cycling-with-kids-30675\/&quot;\">beginner\u2019s guide to cycling with kids<\/a> and want to pick up some kit, read on to find out all you need to know about kids\u2019 helmets.<\/p>\n<iframe title=\"&quot;Choosing\" the=\"\" best=\"\" bike=\"\" for=\"\" your=\"\" child=\"\" kids=\"\" buying=\"\" guide=\"\" width=\"&quot;200&quot;\" height=\"&quot;113&quot;\" src=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dmGIYy35-Cg?feature=oembed&quot;\" frameborder=\"&quot;0&quot;\" allow=\"&quot;accelerometer;\" autoplay=\"\" clipboard-write=\"\" encrypted-media=\"\" gyroscope=\"\" picture-in-picture=\"\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\/>\n<h2>Buying guide to children\u2019s bicycle helmets<\/h2>\n<h3>What to look for in a kids\u2019 bike helmet<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-657917\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_10-1-805329a.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Woom\" kids=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Woom\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Make sure the helmet complies with relevant safety standards.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Woom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Just like the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/bikeradar.production.wcp.imdserve.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bike-helmets\/&quot;\">best road helmets<\/a> and <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/bikeradar.production.wcp.imdserve.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-helmets-for-trail-riding\/&quot;\">mountain bike helmets<\/a> for adults, children\u2019s helmets are made from fairly inexpensive materials. A more expensive helmet won\u2019t necessarily offer better protection, but what it will offer is lighter weight, better ventilation and more style.<\/p>\n<p>That said, ensure the helmet you are looking at complies with the relevant safety ratings.<\/p>\n<p>In the UK and Europe, you should see the CE mark, and the helmet should conform to BS EN 1078 (BS stands for British Standard, EN denotes it is a European standard).<\/p>\n<p>In the US, it should have the US Snell B90\/B95. These standards indicate that the helmet has passed a specific set of tests regarding its impact resistance, retention strap systems, etc.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that there is nothing to prevent a helmet that doesn\u2019t meet the above standards from being sold, so check for the standard marks, which are usually located on a label inside the helmet. Helmets from major brands will be standard compliant, and your local bike shop will be able to guide and advise you.<\/p>\n<p>Style is important in a helmet, in that a lack of style may be a barrier to your child wearing the helmet at all. Looks are a particular issue with teenage children.<\/p>\n<p>Ventilation matters more the further and faster you ride \u2013 racers need it, infants in child seats don\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p>Helmets for infants are much deeper at the rear to protect the back of the head, though all helmets should give good coverage over the top and sides of the skull.<\/p>\n<p>Mountain biking helmets and many multi-purpose helmets have a detachable peak, which can be handy to keep the sun or rain out of your eyes. The peak only becomes a problem when you\u2019re riding hard on a bike with drop handlebars, because you may not be able to see where you are going!<\/p>\n<h3>How to find the right size bike helmet for your child<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=404%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=404%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=407%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=407%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-241432\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/03\/1400762614840-lzpu5wuc6xso-146c928.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" kids=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Kids\u2019 helmet sizing is based on circumference rather than age.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>First, you\u2019ll need to measure the size of your child\u2019s head. You\u2019ll either need a clothes measuring tape, or you can use a length of string and measure it against a ruler afterwards.<\/p>\n<p>Measure horizontally around your child\u2019s head, just above the ears and about two finger-widths or an inch above the eyebrows.<\/p>\n<p>Kids\u2019 helmets will usually be listed as baby, toddler, kids\u2019 and youth, though not all brands use this classification system, and the measurements may vary between brands.<\/p>\n<p>As a general rule:<\/p>\n<ul><li><strong>Infant helmets<\/strong> are designed to fit children with a head circumference of around 44cm to 50cm<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul><li><strong>Toddler helmets<\/strong> are designed to fit children with a head circumference of around 46cm to 52cm<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul><li><strong>Kids\u2019 helmets<\/strong> are designed to fit children with a head circumference of around 48cm to 55cm<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul><li><strong>Junior helmets<\/strong> are designed to fit kids with a circumference of around 52cm to 58cm.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Bear in mind that these size ranges may vary between manufacturers, so check the measurement range and try helmets on to ensure you get a good fit.<\/p>\n<p>Kids\u2019 helmets are based on the circumference measurement of the child\u2019s head rather than simply age, so once you have this you\u2019ll be able to choose the right size helmet.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be tempted to go for a helmet that\u2019s too big so the child can \u2018grow into it\u2019. It won\u2019t fit securely and therefore won\u2019t offer protection should the child fall.<\/p>\n<h3>How to fit a child\u2019s bike helmet correctly<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-657913\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/woom_Campaign_mood_09-1-10a3575.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Woom\" kids=\"\" bikes=\"\" with=\"\" pedals=\"\" title=\"&quot;Woom\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> A child might find wearing a helmet strange at first, but they\u2019ll likely get used to it.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Woom <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>To begin with, ensure you\u2019ve chosen the correct size of helmet for the child.<\/p>\n<p>Then fit the helmet so that it sits above the ears and level across the middle of the forehead, not tipped forward or back. The front of the helmet should be about the width of two fingers above the eyebrows.<\/p>\n<p>This is important because should the child fall off, whatever angle they may hit the ground at, the helmet will make contact, not the child\u2019s head. You may need to tighten or loosen the helmet retention system at the back of the helmet to ensure it fits well.<\/p>\n<p>The helmet shouldn\u2019t dig in but should be secure enough not to fall off without the straps being done up. A good quick test is to pop the helmet on without doing the chin strap up, and ask the child to bend forward: the helmet shouldn\u2019t fall off the child\u2019s head.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, do up the chin straps so they are secure but not tight, and ensure the Y-shaped junction sits just below the ear and passes either side.<\/p>\n<p>To get the fit right, you should be able to pop a finger under the strap while it\u2019s done up. When you\u2019re doing the helmet up, it\u2019s also a good idea to pop a finger between the clip mechanism and your child\u2019s chin to avoid accidentally catching their skin in it.<\/p>\n<p>It will feel strange at first for the child if they aren\u2019t used to wearing it, and many kids will try to push it back on their head and off their forehead. It\u2019s important to encourage them to keep it in the right position and get used to the feeling.<\/p>\n<p>If after these steps you\u2019re still unsure whether the helmet is fitted correctly, check out our guide on <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/bikeradar.production.wcp.imdserve.com\/advice\/sizing-and-fit\/how-to-wear-bike-helmet\/&quot;\">how to (and how not to) wear a bicycle helmet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Different types of helmet<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" 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type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=404%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=407%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=407%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-400618\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Black-Mountain-Hutto-kids-bike-4-ca37a4c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Black\" mountain=\"\" hutto=\"\" kids=\"\" bike=\"\" title=\"&quot;Black\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> There is wide a range of different helmets for children.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Black Mountain<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>You\u2019ll sometimes see riders, especially BMXers and dirt jumpers, wearing hard-shell helmets that look more like skateboarding helmets. These are tough but less well ventilated, and they have become very popular recently, particularly among teenagers.<\/p>\n<p>Full-face helmets offer even more protection, especially to the chin and face, and are worn almost exclusively by downhill mountain bikers and enduro riders. They look like motorcycle helmets but are much lighter and more fragile.<\/p>\n<p>Some helmets also come with <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/bikeradar.production.wcp.imdserve.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/what-is-mips\/&quot;\">MIPS<\/a>, which stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System. This is designed to act as additional protection, reducing the effect of rotational forces on the head in the case of an impact rather than simply the direct forces traditionally tested for.<\/p>\n<p>You can buy all these types of helmets in children\u2019s sizes and designs too.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Stan Portus Published: Tuesday, 18 January 2022 at 12:00 am If you\u2019re looking to get your child a new helmet, we\u2019ve put together this advice explaining what to look for in a kids\u2019 bicycle helmet, how to find the right size helmet and how to fit a child\u2019s bike helmet correctly. 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