When they were asked what it would take to get them to wear a helmet, they suggested showing pros wearing helmets or tougher enforcement of helmet laws. Today most helmets are lightweight and come in a variety of colors. Some come with decals to personalize the helmet. Parents need to set an example for their children by wearing helmets as well as taking an active role in having the child wear a helmet. The inner and outer shells, straps and buckles all work together to prevent injury.
Every helmet has an inner shell made of strong material.
This inner shell crushes in a crash and absorbs most of the impact. The buckle and straps of the helmet keep it from flying off. Although the use of bike helmets can reduce head injuries by 85 percent, not all bicycle-related injuries and deaths can be addressed by the use of safety equipment alone. Rider actions and reactions, especially obeying traffic laws, play a major role in contributing to injury-free bicycling enjoyment. Here are ten smart tips to bicycle safety.